From welcoming red winemaker Tammy Claassen to the 100-year celebration of Pinotage, to the return of our Sundaze Summer Sessions and Halloween cocktail night, there’s so much to sip, savour, and share at Durbanville Hills. Plus, discover our vibrant sparkling wine collection – the perfect companion to sunny days and good company.
Tammy Claassen takes the lead in red winemaking
We welcome Tammy Claassen as our new red winemaker, stepping into the role with passion, humility and a deep sense of purpose following the untimely passing of Wilhelm Coetzee. Having grown up on a fruit farm at the foothills of the Helderberg, Tammy’s love for the land and wine took root early, nurtured by her family’s shared dedication to the industry.
A Stellenbosch University graduate with a BSc Agric degree in Viticulture and Oenology and Cape Winemakers Guild Protégé alumna, she brings a philosophy of minimal intervention winemaking, guided by the quality of the fruit and a love for Shiraz and Chenin Blanc.
Tammy Claassen, Durbanville Hills' new red winemaker.
A century of Pinotage: South Africa’s homegrown classic
This October marks 100 years of Pinotage, South Africa’s very own cultivar, first created in 1925 by Professor Abraham Izak Perold through the crossing of Pinot Noir and Cinsault. Today, Pinotage stands as a true expression of our culture - perfect for sharing over a braai under starlit skies.
Celebrate the milestone with our Collectors Reserve The Promenade Pinotage 2023, a gold-medal winner at Veritas, Michelangelo, and Decanter (96 points!), or indulge in the limited-edition 1.5-litre Durbanville Wine Valley Pinotage 2024, commemorating Durbanville’s bicentenary and a century of Pinotage. Presented in a striking blue-and-gold gift box at R1 200.
Plus, enjoy 10% off all Pinotage wines online until 31 October 2025.
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Sip and Create: Tote bag painting
Unleash your inner artist at Durbanville Hills on 25 October from 12:00 to 15:00 for a relaxed afternoon of sip, paint, and create. Enjoy a glass (or two) of our signature bubbly, savour delicious canapés, and let your creativity flow as you design your very own tote masterpiece to take home.
Tickets are R395 per person – the perfect way to toast to art, good company, and great wine.
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Sip and Create: Halloween cocktail making edition
Join us from 18h30 on 31 October at the Olive Grove Bistro for a Halloween-themed evening of mixology, music, and mouthwatering bites. Whether you're a cocktail enthusiast or just looking for a unique night out, this event promises Durbanville Wine Valley a spirited experience you won’t forget.
Tickets costs R425 per person and includes two signature cocktails, a delicious selection of tapas and bowl food, and a live DJ setting the mood. Additional cocktails, wines and food will be available for purchase.
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Here comes the sun: Sundaze returns
Long lazy afternoons, cool beats, and Cape Town’s best views. Summer at Durbanville Hills is back! From 9 November 2025 to 29 March 2026, our Sundaze Summer Sessions invite you to unwind from 14h00 to 19h00 with award-winning wines, cocktails, craft beer, and delicious eats.
On select Sundays, top local DJs will set the mood while you relax on our lush lawns overlooking Table Bay and Table Mountain. Entry costs R100 per person, including a welcome drink.
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Add some sparkle to your summer
Have you discovered our collection of sparkling wines yet? Dressed in vibrant, floral-inspired packaging that perfectly mirrors the flavour and effervescence within, each bottle captures the joy and colour of a South African summer.
Celebrate the season with three refreshing variants:
- Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc – crisp, lively, and bursting with summer freshness.
- Sparkling Rosé – bright, fresh, and perfect for picnics or poolside afternoons.
- Honeysuckle Demi-Sec – a little softer, a little sweeter, with delicate floral notes that make it simply irresistible.
Enjoy 15% off all sparkling wines until 31 December 2025.
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