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Boekenhoutskloof was established in 1776. Located in the furthest corner of the beautiful Franschhoek valley, the farm’s name means “ravine of the Boekenhout” (pronounced Book-n-Howed). Boekenhout is an indigenous Cape Beech tree greatly prized for furniture making.

In 1993 the farm and homestead was bought and restored and a new vineyard planting programme was established that now includes Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Grenache, Semillon and Viognier.

Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday 11h00 - 12h30
  • Wednesday CLOSED
  • Thursday 11h00 - 12h30
  • Friday CLOSED
  • Saturday CLOSED
  • Sunday CLOSED

Reviews (208)

4.9 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Wine 4.9
Value 4.9
Service 5.0
Ambience 4.9
  • Karl R. Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Wine 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 20 Jul 26
    Phenomenal insight into one of the country's top wineries. A privilege for the tasting and tour to be personally conducted by Gottfried, who did a wonderful job.

  • Amelia H. Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Wine N/A
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 17 Jul 26
    Gottfried the chief winemaker led the tour, and what an exceptional experience. Boekenhoutskloof is an amazing operation, the care and attention to detail that goes into all the wine making was spectacular to see. My mind was BLOWN when I tried the side by side tasting of their Franschoek and Stellenbosch Cabernet. Lovely history behind the winery, incredible experience and world class wines.

  • Scott G. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Wine 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 03 Jul 26
    All 6 wines we tasted were excellent. Our guide was very engaging and encoureged questions from our group of nine people. We were told to make ourselves comfortable and help our selves to the remainder of the open bottles......which we did! We were all surprised to find no bill to pay at the end and there was zero pressure to make a purchase. Really a great experience!

  • Karsten M. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Wine N/A
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 10 Jun 26
    We were late due to roadworks 🚧 and missed the first part. Very good wine 🍷!

  • Mary Ann C. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Wine N/A
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Claudia A. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Wine N/A
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 29 May 26
    Beautiful wines and location. Winemaker was very friendly and knowledgable. He answered any and all questions and took his time in doing so.

  • Simon D. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Wine 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 29 May 26
    An intimate and detailed wine tasting presented by the wine maker himself which includes a tour of Boekenhoutskloof's impressive cellar. The wines themselves were absolutely outstanding. Just wish I could have bought some of the wines I tasted directly from the tasting room. Well worth the journey to Franschhoek.

  • Etienne E. Dined: 2 months ago
    5
    Wine N/A
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Brian S. Dined: 2 months ago
    5
    Wine 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 08 May 26
    This is a 10/10 experience. The setting, the service, the knowledge and ability to explain the winemaking process and what makes their wine special in everyday terms made this a favorite during our eight-day Franschhoek experience.

  • Claudia K. Dined: 2 months ago
    5
    Wine 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
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