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Practical information
Knorhoek Rd, Koelenhof, Stellenbosch, 7605
Open in Google Maps (opens in a new tab)Opening hours
Open daily 09:00–17:00.
Hours and address checked with Google, October 2026
At a glance
- Tasting
- Tastings from R120 per person.
- Hours
- Open daily 09:00–17:00.
- Food
- Breakfast is served, according to the estate.
- Children
- Not confirmed yet. Ask the estate.
- Dogs
- Not allowed, according to the estate's website.
- Good to know
- Has wheelchair access.
Prices from the estate's website, checked October 2026. Facilities from the estate's website, checked September 2026. Hours and other facilities from Google, updated October 2026. How we check
About
Muratie, nestled in the Knorhoek Valley beneath the Simonsberg Mountain, is one of South Africa's oldest wine estates, dating to 1685 and steeped in centuries of colourful stories that continue to shape its character under the stewardship of the Melck family. The estate offers visitors an authentic experience where the landscape, heritage, and wines reflect a deep commitment to preserving its rich cultural narrative while building a legacy of excellence.
- Wheelchair access
- Free parking
Experiences
Classic Tasting
TastingSelection of 5 wines at R120 per person in Muratie's cobwebbed tasting room.
Premium Tasting
TastingSelection of 5 premium wines at R180 per person.
The Story Room Tasting
TourPrivate tasting of 6 flagship wines with heritage walk and cellar tour at R1000 per person. Pre-booking required, 2-10 guests.
Flagship Additions
TastingSelection of 6 flagship wines at R360 per person.
Prices as listed on the estate's website, checked October 2026.
Wines
56 wines
Ronnie Melck Family Selection Syrah
Family Reserve Martin Melck Cabernet Sauvignon
Ansela van de Caab
Ben Prins Cape Vintage
The Senator Cape Late Bottled Vintage
Martin Melck Cabernet Sauvignon
Show all 56 winesAll 56 wines, by type
Red 29
- Ronnie Melck Family Selection Syrah4.4(358)
- Family Reserve Martin Melck Cabernet Sauvignon4.4(263)
- Ansela van de Caab Bordeaux Blend4.2(4,091)
- Martin Melck Cabernet Sauvignon4.1(1,963)
- Ronnie Melck Shiraz4.0(2,946)
- Alberta Annemarie Merlot4.0(2,274)
- Mack Red Blend4.1(111)
- Melck's Red4.0(272)
- The Cab Cabernet Franc4.0(195)
- Melck's Pinotage4.0(97)
- Time For Africa Shiraz - Cabernet Sauvignon4.0(73)
- Hercules du Preez Cabernet Franc4.1(39)
- Mr May Grenache Noir3.9(229)
- Shiraz3.9(176)
- Cabernet Sauvignon3.9(137)
- Pinot Noir3.9(85)
- Boundary Road Pinotage3.9(82)
- Melck's Blended Red3.8(1,451)
- George Paul Canitz Pinot Noir3.8(1,198)
- Merlot3.8(99)
- Vintner's Selection3.6(32)
- Melck's Shiraz - Cabernet Sauvignon3.5(300)
- Dr. R.H. MyburgNot yet rated
- The Story Limited ReleaseNot yet rated
- Private Bin 365 ShirazNot yet rated
- Tremors Red BlendNot yet rated
- Red BlendNot yet rated
- Vintner's ReserveNot yet rated
- Franc le CabNot yet rated
White 12
- Laurens Campher4.0(1,261)
- Isabella - Chardonnay3.9(1,596)
- Isabella Reserve Chardonnay4.2(27)
- Laurens Campher Chenin Blanc3.9(71)
- Spotlight Chenin Blanc3.9(48)
- Melck's Sauvignon Blanc3.7(635)
- Time For Africa Sauvignon BlancNot yet rated
- Orange Is The New White SemillonNot yet rated
- Spotlight ChardonnayNot yet rated
- Melck's Unwooded ChardonnayNot yet rated
- Sauvignon BlancNot yet rated
- Reddam Inspired SeriesNot yet rated
Rosé 4
- Johanna Dry Rosé3.8(227)
- Melck's Pinot Noir RoséNot yet rated
- Melck's Cabernet Franc RoséNot yet rated
- M RoséNot yet rated
Sparkling 2
- Lady Alice Methode Cap Classique Rosé3.9(449)
- 1763 Methode Cap ClassiqueNot yet rated
Dessert 1
- Amber Forever Muscat of Alexandria4.1(573)
Fortified 8
- Ben Prins Cape Vintage Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca, Souzao4.2(728)
- The Senator Cape Late Bottled Vintage Souzao, Tinta Francisca, Tinta Roriz4.4(86)
- Cape Vintage Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca, Souzao4.3(75)
- Cape Ruby4.1(231)
- Port Simonsberg MountainNot yet rated
- PortNot yet rated
- Cape Late Bottled VintageNot yet rated
- Fine Special Old PortNot yet rated
Ratings from Vivino, September 2026. Vivino rates a wine once it has 25 ratings.
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Practical information
Knorhoek Rd, Koelenhof, Stellenbosch, 7605
Open in Google Maps (opens in a new tab)Opening hours
Open daily 09:00–17:00.
Hours and address checked with Google, October 2026
Guides to Stellenbosch
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