Allesverloren Wine Estate
The history of Allesverloren estate Swartland Winery dates back to somewhere between 1696 and 1704, when the governor of the Cape left it to a widow named Cloete. This courageous woman was one of the first settlers who ventured into the inhospitable Swartland region. The early settlers were simple people, with only the most limited agricultural equipment and basic necessities to support themselves. In order to purchase tools or attend church, they had to undertake a long and arduous wagon journey along primitive roads to Stellenbosch. It was on their return from one such journey in 1704 that the settlers found their house burnt to the ground and the farm destroyed. Hence the estate’s sad name, “Allesverloren”, which means “all is lost”. Considering its name, it is ironic that this gem of the Swartland wine region has had such a happy fate. By 1806, Allesverloren’s owners had already harvested the estate’s first wine grapes and since the estate passed into the hands of the Malan family 140 years ago, Allesverloren has gone from strength to strength. Our estate has increased to 227 hectares and our wines continue to earn international acclaim.
Event venue
The venue can accommodate 200 to 250 guests. Custom-made fine teak chairs and round tables covered with crisp white tablecloths ensure an air of elegance. The Restaurant on the estate, Pleasant Pheasant is a family-style restaurant with a cozy atmosphere. Sit around the fireplace in winter and under the oak trees in summer, where there is also a playground for the children
Wine Tasting and Sales:
Monday to Friday: 9 am – 5 pm
Saturdays & Sundays: 10 am – 15 pm
