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Rickety Bridge Wine Tasting Centre

Charcuterie Boards
Location Pointer 432R+8F Franschhoek, South Africa
4.7
(188 reviews)
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  • Great Views
  • Fireplace
  • Wine Estate

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Nestled in a picturesque river valley, Rickety Bridge Estate offers an enchanting setting where centuries of winemaking tradition blend seamlessly with breathtaking natural beauty. With roots stretching back to 1797, when pioneering landowner Paulina De Villiers established her legacy on this remarkable terrain, our estate continues to honour the spirit of innovation and excellence under the stewardship of the Crosbie family.

Our Wine Tasting Centre, perched on an elevated platform adjacent to our working cellar, features a stunning three-sided glazed façade that frames panoramic views of rolling vineyards and dramatic mountain vistas. Through expansive glass walls, you’ll glimpse our maturation cellar in action, whilst floating terraces beckon you to savour our handcrafted wines surrounded by flourishing vines.

Here, amidst diverse soils and terrain, we invite you to taste our exceptional portfolio of premium wines, each bottle a testament to our commitment to traditional winemaking methods and exceptional quality.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 10h00 - 17h00
  • Tuesday 10h00 - 17h00
  • Wednesday 10h00 - 17h00
  • Thursday 10h00 - 17h00
  • Friday 10h00 - 17h00
  • Saturday 10h00 - 17h00
  • Sunday 10h00 - 17h00

Specials

The Mbekweni Youth Choir Summer Series at Rickety Bridge Estate

Rickety Bridge is proud to partner with the Mbekweni Youth Choir for a summer series at our Wine Tasting Centre. Settle in with a tasting or a light lunch and enjoy the music among the vines. We look forward to welcoming you.

  • Sat, 27 Dec
  • Saturday only: 12:00 - 14:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 30 Oct 2025

Reviews (188)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.5
Value 4.6
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.7
  • Safetech Team Building Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 08 Dec 25
    Loved every minute, the entire experience was something new and each and every staff members enjoyed it to the fullest.

  • Murielle B. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Jeremy D. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 27 Nov 25
    What a brilliant tour and tasting. Really interesting to see and hear behind the scenes, followed up by a fantastic tasting across a wide range of white, red, rosé and fizz. Our host, Shanice, was amazing. Really knowledgeable but also really friendly. Would highly recommend

    Rickety Bridge Wine Tasting Centre responded on Fri 28 Nov 25:
    Dear Jeremy, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the tour and tasting experience. Shanice will be delighted to hear your kind words—we're so pleased her knowledge and warmth made your visit so memorable. Your recommendation means the world to us! Warmest regards, Rickety Bridge Team

  • John C. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 20 Nov 25
    We experienced the wine and cheese pairing. The staff were organised, knowledgeable, and friendly. From our table on the decking we looked onto the garden with the mountains as a backdrop. The wines were top class, and the pairing of cheese was spot on - no surprise there!! The whole experience was an absolute delight.

    Rickety Bridge Wine Tasting Centre responded on Thu 27 Nov 25:
    Dear John, Thank you for such a glowing review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the wine and cheese pairing experience. It's wonderful to hear that our staff, the setting, and the pairings all came together to create such a delightful visit for you. Your kind words mean so much to our team. We'd love to welcome you back to Rickety Bridge anytime! Warmest regards, Rickety Bridge Team

  • Geoffrey Burger Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 10 Nov 25
    Fantastic Wines, Fantastic Service. Thank you Jemma for the lovely time

    Rickety Bridge Wine Tasting Centre responded on Thu 27 Nov 25:
    Hi Geoffrey, Thank you for the wonderful review! Hope to welcome you back soon! Kind Regards, Rickety Bridge Team

  • Frans V. Dined: 2 months ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 30 Sep 25
    Enjoyed the wine blending experience. Glen was a brilliant host.

    Rickety Bridge Wine Tasting Centre responded on Thu 23 Oct 25:
    Dear Frans, Thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the Wine Blending Experience and that Glen made the day memorable — we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. We look forward to welcoming you back to Rickety Bridge for more experiences soon. Warm regards, The Rickety Bridge Team

  • Stuart R. Dined: 2 months ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 30 Sep 25
    Zizi who monitored the wine blending was very good. Helpful and entertaining.

    Rickety Bridge Wine Tasting Centre responded on Thu 23 Oct 25:
    Dear Stuart, Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We’re so pleased to hear you enjoyed the Wine Blending Experience and that Zizi made it both fun and memorable, she’ll be delighted to receive your kind words. We hope to welcome you back to Rickety Bridge soon for another great visit. Warm regards, The Rickety Bridge Team

  • Vannessa Baker Dined: 2 months ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 29 Sep 25
    The walking tour of the vineyard was very enjoyable, and our host, Ethan, was able to explain a great deal about the vines, grapes, and wines made from them. The cheese and charcuterie platter was very substantial and beautifully presented

    Rickety Bridge Wine Tasting Centre responded on Thu 23 Oct 25:
    Dear Vannessa, Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the Vineyard Walk and that Ethan made the experience both informative and engaging. It’s also wonderful to know you appreciated the presentation and quality of the cheese and charcuterie platter. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with the team, and we look forward to welcoming you back to Rickety Bridge soon. Warm regards, The Rickety Bridge Team

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