You visit D’Aria Winery for tastings on Durbanville’s wine route, a short drive from Cape Town. The winery grows Shiraz and Sauvignon Blanc, and the tasting room pours both — Shiraz reds and Sauvignon Blanc whites — with staff explaining the notes and pairings.

The estate includes twelve self-catering cottages set among the vines, each with a kitchenette, verandah, and views of the rows. Families often stay here for the space and the ease of cooking meals in the cottage. The cottages are air-conditioned and heated, with laundry services and secure parking.

The winery’s location lets you explore Durbanville’s other wine farms, either by car or on marked cycling routes. The nearest nature reserve, Tygerberg, is a short drive away for hikes with views of Table Mountain.

D’Aria Winery started in 1999, combining two historic farms — Doordekraal and Springfield — into one estate. The winery uses the Atlantic’s cool breezes and Durbanville’s mineral-rich soils to grow its grapes.