Vrede en Lust Estate

19/10/2026

Hop off the tram, and stay a while. 🚋

Vrede en Lust is a stop on both the Orange and Green Lines of the Franschhoek W**e Tram, so wherever your day in the valley begins, it can wander our way.

Step off beneath the Simonsberg and settle into something new. The Painted Palate pairs handcrafted bonbons by Short & Sweet with w**es from across our terroirs, each one telling the story of where it was grown. Or try our new Wedgewood Nougat pairing, or the Wedgewood ice cream cart for something cold and sweet. 🍦 🐝

No need to book, just walk in and make yourself at home.

When it’s time to slow down, Lust Bistro & Bakery is waiting with long lunches, fresh bakes and a table in the shade, the kind of stop that turns a tram day into a whole afternoon.

Celebrate Every Moment. 🍷

📍 Vrede en Lust, Simonsberg-Paarl
🚋 Orange & Green Lines, Franschhoek W**e Tram

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15/10/2026

Three NEW ways to taste and experience Vrede en Lust ✨

Rooted in over 350 years of heritage, our tasting room has always been a place to slow down, sip and savour. This season, we’re adding a few sweet new chapters.

🍯 NEW | Wedgewood Nougat Pairing
Soft honey nougat meets our estate w**es in a pairing made for curious palates. No pre-booking required, simply pull up a chair.

🍫 NEW | The Painted Palate
A chocolate bon bon experience created with Short & Sweet. Each bon bon is matched to one of our w**es by climate and colour whilst exploring the tale of two terroirs, from sun-warmed Simonsberg-Paarl to cool-climate Elgin. No pre-booking required.

🍦 NEW | Wedgewood Ice Cream Cart
Now scooping in the tasting room all summer long. The perfect sweet finish to a sunny afternoon on the farm.

🧀 Dalewood Cheese Pairing
Our much-loved cheese and w**e pairing continues, showcasing artisanal cheeses from Dalewood. Bookings essential.

Walk-ins are welcome for all other experiences, and bookings are always welcome too.

https://www.vnl.co.za/tasting-room/

📍 Vrede en Lust, Simonsberg-Paarl
🕙 Open daily, 10:00 to 17:00

**elands

06/10/2026

Some w**es carry a name. Boet Erasmus carries a legacy.

We're proud to share that our Boet Erasmus 2021 has been named one of the Top Ten in the Prescient Spring Series W**emag Cape Bordeaux Red Blend report.

Grown on the slopes of the Simonsberg and crafted with patience in our cellar, this is the w**e we pour when the moment matters. To see it recognised among the very best in South Africa is something truly special for our whole team.

Thank you to W**emag and the judging panel, and to everyone who has raised a glass of Boet with us along the way.

Come taste it for yourself at our tasting room or shop now online www.vnl.co.za

21/09/2026

From the wood-fired hearth to the last spoonful of dessert, this is what an afternoon at Lust Bistro & bakery looks like. Something for everyone, a glass of Red Lady Merlot or Jess Rosé in hand, and no reason to rush any of it.

Welcome to Lust Bistro & Bakery.

18/09/2026

If you’ve ever visited our cellar door, you’ll know our Red Ladies, the ambassadors who welcome every guest with warmth, knowledge and their signature red dresses. This Merlot is our tribute to them, and to the grace they bring to every glass poured.

Hand harvested from well-drained granite soils in the Western Cape and crafted by w**emaker Karlin Nel, this 100% Merlot is fermented across oak and stainless steel to preserve its vibrant colour and expressive fruit. The w**e is vibrant and plush, with layers of ripe red fruit unfolding across the palate. Generous with good body, it has a beautifully smooth texture, supported by silky-smooth tannins. Approachable and fruit-forward in its youth, this is a Merlot that brings elegance, generosity and effortless drinkability to every pour.

Shop Now: https://www.vnl.co.za/shop/?srch=the%20red%20lady&filters=w**e_type[35]

Vrede en Lust w**e farm in Simondium, near Cape Town. Explore our Western Cape estate for scenic views, w**e tastings, events, and top South African w**es.

15/09/2026

WE'RE HIRING!
Vrede en Lust W**e Estate is looking for an enthusiastic Tasting Room Ambassadors to join our team for the upcoming season.

As one of the first points of contact for our guests, you'll welcome visitors, present engaging w**e tastings, share the Vrede en Lust story and grow our w**e sales. You'll offer knowledgeable recommendations, introduce guests to our W**e Club and estate offerings, and help maintain the high service standards our brand is known for.

We're looking for candidates with basic w**e knowledge and previous tasting room experience, a genuine passion for w**e, strong interpersonal skills and a natural ability to build rapport with guests. You should be sales-driven without compromising the guest experience, professional and well-presented, reliable, calm under pressure and a strong team player.
If you understand that a great w**e tasting is about creating an experience and a connection, not just pouring w**e, we'd love to hear from you.

Please send your CV to: [email protected]

02/09/2026

350 years of quiet seasons have taught us one thing: the turn of spring is pure magic.

At Vrede en Lust, winter’s rest was never idle, it was preparation. Now, our historic farm wakes up again. The fountains ripple into life, emerald leaves unfurl across the vines, and the Manor House catches the morning light as if time itself stood still. All that quiet, renewal, and patience? It was all for this moment.

Spring has arrived in the Simonsberg Valley, and every corner of the estate is ready to celebrate:

🍃 W**e Tastings: Golden sunshine and fresh vintages poured on the terrace.

🍃 Lust Bistro & Bakery: A crisp new seasonal set menu full of vibrant spring flavors.

🍃 Savoye Restaurant: The trending spring lunch spot for long, lazy afternoons.

🍃 Luxury Retreats: Wake up wrapped in the peaceful serenity of the vines.
Whether you’re pausing for a glass or escaping for the weekend, there is a moment to celebrate every occasion.

Come step into the new season with us.

01/09/2026

Six w**es. Six scores of 90 points or higher. Worth raising a glass to.

Tim Atkin MW has just released his 2026 South Africa Report, and our cellar made its mark across the board:

2023 Vrede en Lust Barrique Semillon/Sauvignon Blanc – 93
2023 Vrede en Lust Blanc Fumé – 93
2025 Vrede en Lust Early Mist Riesling – 93
2025 Vrede en Lust Kogelberg Chenin Blanc – 91
2025 Vrede en Lust Marguerite Chardonnay – 92
2025 Vrede en Lust White Mischief – 90

Tim Atkin is one of the most respected voices in w**e, a Master of W**e and past Louis Roederer W**e Columnist of the Year, whose annual reports are read and re-quoted across the industry. Recognition across this many w**es, from Elgin to Simonsberg-Paarl, says something about the work happening in the vineyards and the cellar, season after season.

Since 1688, we've let the sun and the land do most of the talking. Good to see it showing in the glass.