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Practical information
Idiom Restaurant & Idiom Wine at Da Capo Vineyards Knorhoek Road, Knorhoek Estate Sir Lowry's Pass, Somerset West, Cape Town, 7130
Open in Google Maps (opens in a new tab)Opening hours
- Monday
- 09:30-16:30
- Tuesday
- 09:30-16:30
- Wednesday
- 09:30-16:30
- Thursday
- 09:30-20:00
- Friday
- 09:30-20:00
- Saturday
- 09:30-16:30
- Sunday
- 09:30-16:30
Hours and address checked with Google, October 2026
At a glance
- Tasting
- Tastings from R180 per person. Pairings from R350.
- Hours
- Open Monday to Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday 09:30–16:30; Thursday and Friday 09:30–20:00.
- Food
- Food and wine pairings. Ask the estate about meals.
- Children
- Suits families.
- Dogs
- Not allowed, according to Google.
- Good to know
- Has wheelchair access.
Prices from the estate's website, checked October 2026. Hours and facilities from Google, updated October 2026. How we check
About
Situated in the heart of the Helderberg range in southern Stellenbosch, Idiom celebrates the distinctive Cape expression of European wine classics through masterfully crafted blends and unusual varietals shaped by the region's ideal climatic conditions. The estate has earned particular recognition for its Pinotage-led Cape Blends, winning multiple accolades at South African competitions.
- Family-friendly
- Wheelchair access
- Outdoor seating
- Free parking
- Suits groups
Experiences
Single Varietal Wine Tasting
TastingA tasting of four Idiom single varietal wines showcasing the diversity of Cape expressions of European classics.
Italian Pasta Pairing
PairingA tasting of four Idiom Italian single varietal wines paired with handmade pasta dishes.
White Wine Tasting
TastingA tasting of four Idiom white wines: Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon and Viognier.
Blends Wine Tasting
TastingA tasting of four regional Idiom Blends: Cape Blend, Bordicon, Rodanico, and Iberico.
Blends Wine and Food Pairing
PairingA tasting of three Idiom blends paired with three gourmet canapes.
Italian Varietal Tasting
TastingFour Idiom Italian varietal wines: Pinot Grigio, Sangiovese, Barbera and Zinfandel (Primitivo).
Prices as listed on the estate's website, checked October 2026.
Wines
37 wines
B Bordicon Blend
900 Series Cabernet Sauvignon
900 Series Syrah
900 Series Barbera
C Cape Blend
Zinfandel
Show all 37 winesAll 37 wines, by type
Red 28
- B Bordicon Blend Bordeaux Blend4.3(1,302)
- 900 Series Cabernet Sauvignon4.4(140)
- 900 Series Syrah4.4(133)
- 900 Series Barbera4.4(114)
- C Cape Blend Pinotage Blend4.2(1,737)
- Zinfandel4.2(1,408)
- SMV R Blend Rhône Blend4.2(1,226)
- Barbera4.2(374)
- I Iberico Blend4.2(205)
- 900 Series Merlot4.3(87)
- 900 Series Cabernet Franc4.3(86)
- Sangiovese4.1(881)
- R Rodanico Blend4.2(136)
- Malbec4.2(124)
- 900 Series Nebbiolo4.2(117)
- 900 Series Petit Verdot4.4(49)
- 900 Series Pinotage4.3(58)
- Limited Release Barbera4.3(57)
- Nebbiolo4.2(77)
- 900 Series Mourvèdre4.3(48)
- 900 Series Sangiovese4.0(336)
- Grenache4.1(77)
- Rosso3.9(328)
- Grenache - Tempranillo3.9(74)
- Heritage Series Amphitheatre of Dreams Cape Red3.8(94)
- Heritage Series Rosso3.7(359)
- Heritage Series RossoNot yet rated
- 900 Series SMVNot yet rated
White 7
- Viognier4.1(1,340)
- Sémillon4.0(388)
- Barrel Fermented Sauvignon Blanc4.1(85)
- Sauvignon Blanc - Sémillon3.9(89)
- Pinot Grigio3.8(331)
- Heritage Series Bianco3.6(283)
- Skin Contact Sauvignon BlancNot yet rated
Dessert 2
- Imperium Black Gold3.9(88)
- Imperium White Gold3.7(32)
Ratings from Vivino, September 2026. Vivino rates a wine once it has 25 ratings.
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Practical information
Idiom Restaurant & Idiom Wine at Da Capo Vineyards Knorhoek Road, Knorhoek Estate Sir Lowry's Pass, Somerset West, Cape Town, 7130
Open in Google Maps (opens in a new tab)Opening hours
- Monday
- 09:30-16:30
- Tuesday
- 09:30-16:30
- Wednesday
- 09:30-16:30
- Thursday
- 09:30-20:00
- Friday
- 09:30-20:00
- Saturday
- 09:30-16:30
- Sunday
- 09:30-16:30
Hours and address checked with Google, October 2026
Guides to Helderberg
- Wine tasting prices in Stellenbosch: what each estate chargesWhat a wine tasting costs at each Stellenbosch estate, from the prices on their own websites: the standard tasting at every estate that publishes one, what you get for it, pairings, booking, and how Stellenbosch compares with the other valleys.
- Wine tasting without a car in the Cape WinelandsHow to visit Cape wine estates without driving: the Franschhoek Wine Tram, Stellenbosch's Vine Hopper, the Constantia wine bus, estates you can walk to, and when a driver makes sense.