Make It A Day Trip At Spice Route Winery In Paarl
If you’re looking for exceptional views of the Cape Winelands, together with great wine, great food, and a variety of activities (especially for the kids), Spice Route in Paarl needs to be on your bucket list.
Wine Tasting at Spice Route
The Spice Route Wines tasting room offers a selection of wines with a focus on bold, expressive flavours with their “Chakalaka” wine standing out for its flavour and name. The underground tasting room provides a cosy atmosphere, while the outdoor seating area offers panoramic views over the vineyards. Walk-ins are welcomed but if you’re planning on the perfect spot with views, it would be best to book. Here is what they offer:
Wine Tasting Options:
Winemaker’s Journey (R75 per person): Six wines showcasing the best of Spice Route.
Wine & Charcuterie Pairing (R120 per person): Paired with Neil Jewell’s cured meats.
Wine & Chocolate Pairing (R150 per person): Five wines with Beyers chocolates.
Wine & Vegetarian Pairing (R120 per person): A plant-based pairing experience.
Wine & Dessert Pairing (R150 per person): Four wines, a sherry, and five dessert treats.
Food Options at Spice Route
The estate has a variety of dining options, from farm-to-table meals to wood-fired pizzas.
Jewell’s Restaurant: Seasonal, locally sourced dishes with house-made charcuterie. Recently recognised in Cape Tourism’s Top 10 Wine Farm Restaurants.
La Grapperia Pizza & Bistro: A casual spot with wood-fired pizzas and German-Italian dishes.
Cape Brewing Company (CBC): Offers a selection of craft beers and Perry ciders.
The Chocolate Room by Beyers: Handmade chocolates and ice cream.
Nigiro Tea Café: A selection of loose-leaf teas and tea tastings.
Wilderer Distillery: Gin, grappa, and other spirits, with an option to blend your own gin.
Activities for Families and Kids
Spice Route is family-friendly, with activities suited for both adults and children:
Môigoeters Art Studio: Paint-your-own ceramics and canvas painting.
Paarl Trails: MTB trails and a pump track (bike rentals available).
Sweet Angels & The Chocolate Room: Ice cream, fudge, and a signature milk tart soft serve.
Spice Route Scavenger Hunt: A fun activity for kids 12+ (R80 per person).
La Grapperia’s Kids’ Adventure (R200): Cookie decorating, a juice tasting, and a pizza.
The estate is also pet-friendly, so dogs are welcome.
The Spice Route Passport
For those wanting to explore multiple tastings, the Spice Route Passport (R320 per person) includes five experiences:
Wine tasting at the Spice Route Tasting Room.
A selection of Neil Jewell’s charcuterie.
Four craft beers at CBC.
Two gins at Wilderer Distillery.
A chocolate tasting at The Chocolate Room.
This allows visitors to explore the estate at their own pace while sampling a variety of offerings.
Plan Your Visit
Spice Route is about a 45-minute drive from Cape Town, making it an easy day trip for wine lovers, foodies, and families with kids (humans or dogs).
Location: Suid Agter Paarl Road, Suider Paarl, South Africa
Tel: 021 863 5200
Website: Spice Route Paarl
Instagram: @spiceroutepaarl
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