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View across vineyards at Creation Wine Estate in the Hemel-en-Aarde valley outside Hermanus

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Creation Wine Estate

Creation Wines is a family-run estate high in the Hemel-en-Aarde valley outside Hermanus. Its cool-climate Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah have earned repeat World's Best Vineyards top-50 rankings, and its food-and-wine pairing experience is one of the most refined in the Cape.

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  • WhereHemel-en-Aarde Ridge, above Hermanus
  • StyleCool-climate Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah
  • Time needed2–3 hours
  • BookingEssential for pairings and lunch

Why visit Creation Wine Estate

One of the Cape's leading cool-climate producers and a fixture in the World's Best Vineyards list.

The ideal Hermanus lunch stop, only 20 minutes from the cliff path.

Where Creation Wine Estate is

Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge Road above Hermanus, in the Hemel-en-Aarde wine valley.

What to expect

Tastings and multi-course food-and-wine pairings in a modern tasting room with valley views.

Vegetarian, family and children's menus available.

How to include Creation Wine Estate in a Wanderer private tour

The natural lunch anchor for a Wanderer private whale-watching day — book pairings in advance to avoid disappointment.

Practical tips

  • Pre-book the pairing experience or Sunday lunch.
  • The Hemel-en-Aarde road is scenic — allow time between the estate and town.

Frequently asked

Questions about Creation Wine Estate

Plan your trip

Include Creation Wine Estate in your Wanderer private tour

Share your dates and interests and we'll design a private route around Creation Wine Estate — with a professional guide, a branded Mercedes vehicle and every logistical detail handled.

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