Clink, clink! The Cape’s vineyards ‘cheers’ to recognition in this year’s World’s 50 Best Vineyards!
Cape Town, South Africa (24 November 2025) – The Cape has poured itself onto the global stage yet again. Six local vineyards have been ranked among the world’s best, and two of them cracked the Top 10 of the World’s 50 Best Vineyards 2025.
These rankings highlight the estates offering the very best vineyard experiences on the planet, judged by more than 700 wine, travel and hospitality experts around the world.
Klein Constantia leads the South African pack this year. One of the Cape’s oldest wine estates, dating back to 1685, it jumped an incredible 35 places to land at No. 6 worldwide. The estate was also named Best Vineyard in Africa and awarded Highest Climber.
CEO Pascal Asin says the recognition reflects both heritage and consistent effort.
“Klein Constantia’s Top 10 ranking is a proud achievement, not only for our vineyard but also for the entire Constantia Wine Valley. For centuries, our region has been recognised for producing exceptional wines, and this honour shows that our commitment to quality, from how we nurture our vines to how we welcome every guest, continues to shine. It reflects the passion of our team, the heritage we’re proud to uphold, and the world-class wine experiences for which we are celebrated,” he says.
Right behind them is Creation Wines in the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, which secured the No. 7 spot globally.
Further down the Top 100, four more Cape estates earned well-deserved recognition including Tokara Wine and Olive Estate and Delaire Graff Estate in Stellenbosch, La Motte Wine Estate in Franschhoek Valley, and Hamilton Russell Vineyards in Hemel-en-Aarde Valley.
Rico Basson, CEO of South Africa Wine, says the wins help everyone, from established estates to smaller producers.
“These achievements are a huge celebration for Klein Constantia and Creation Wines, but it’s also a win for the entire South African wine industry. Global recognition at this level strengthens our collective positioning, driving greater demand, deeper tourism interest, and meaningful B2C opportunities across all our wine regions. It showcases the diversity, quality, and people behind our wines, and reinforces South Africa as a must-visit, must-taste destination. When one part of the industry shines, we all rise, and these awards open the door for increased visibility, investment, and growth for producers big and small,” he says.
For the City of Cape Town, these rankings bring great success for wine tourism and economic growth overall.
“These awards reaffirm what we’ve long known: our estates are among the finest places on earth to sip, savour, and stay. And the impact goes far beyond the tasting room; this industry drives jobs, boosts local businesses, and strengthens Cape Town’s economic future…When our vineyards flourish, our whole region rises with them,” says Vos.
Visiting the winelands is one of the top of the priorities for many tourists in the Western Cape. The region doesn’t only produce excellent wine, it delivers experiences people travel across the world for.
“We’re delighted to see our region uncorked on a global stage once again,” says Enver Duminy, CEO of Cape Town Tourism. “This accolade highlights that the Cape offers more than just fine wine; we create unforgettable experiences. From historic estates to innovative cellar doors, our vineyards tell stories with every sip.”
Six vineyards on a world stage is a big win! And for those off to the Cape for the holidays – you’re now armed with a list of the best vineyard experiences on earth. Use responsibly!
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