Rust en Vrede
- Wines
- 4.2
- Visit
- 4.7
Only red wine is made here, mainly Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, on the lower slopes of the Helderberg. Staff guide the tastings and offer informal tours of the underground cellar, and the winemaker's lunch of steak or salmon with a glass of wine runs daily on a first come, first served basis. The Engelbrecht family has owned the estate since the late seventies, and its title deed dates from the seventeenth century.
Around the estate
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The stories behind what you will taste here.
Grape
Cabernet Sauvignon
Stellenbosch grows close to a third of South Africa's Cabernet Sauvignon, cooled by afternoon breezes off False Bay.
Grape
Shiraz
Shiraz or Syrah? Same grape. The name on the label hints at the style, but there is no rule.
Area
The Helderberg
The Helderberg is not an official ward, so its wines say Stellenbosch on the label. The sea breeze from False Bay is its signature.
Visiting Rust en Vrede
Updated October 2026.
Hours
| Monday – Saturday | 09:00 – 17:00 |
|---|---|
| Sunday | 10:00 – 16:00 |
Hours checked October 2026.
- Where is Rust en Vrede?
- Rust en Vrede is in the Helderberg area of Stellenbosch, at Annandale Rd, Stellenbosch, 7600, South Africa.
- How far is Rust en Vrede from Cape Town?
- About 49 minutes by car from the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town (52 km).
- When is Rust en Vrede open?
- Monday to Saturday, 09:00 to 17:00. Sunday, 10:00 to 16:00. Checked October 2026. Hours change, so check with the estate before you go.
- Can you eat at Rust en Vrede?
- Yes. Rust en Vrede serves lunch and dinner.
- Does Rust en Vrede offer cellar tours?
- Yes, cellar tours are offered. Book ahead to be sure of a place.
- What is Rust en Vrede known for?
- Its signature grapes are Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz and Merlot.
- Which wineries are near Rust en Vrede?
- The closest are Peter Falke (1.8 km), Alto Wine Estate (1.9 km) and Webersburg (2.3 km).
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