Aug 23, 2025 4 min read Wineries and Vineyards

South Africa Wineries | Wine & Olive Oil Tasting at Tokara Wine Estate

Wine and Olive Oil Tasting at Tokara Wine Estate in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

Whenever we land in South Africa, aside from enjoying the welcoming people, the amazing food and the stunning landscape, we head straight to the countryside in Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, away from the bustling city of Cape Town.

We have been to several wineries in the past years and this is one of our favourites: the Tokara Wine Estate, as it gorgeously combines two of our loves: wine and olives. Say no more...

More South African / Western Cape Wineries reviews:

In alphabetical order:

Asara
Delaire Graff
Fairview
Groot Constantia
Haute Cabrière
Le Lude
Leeu Estates
Maison
Mont Rochelle
Tokara Wine Estate

Perched atop the Helshoogte Pass near Stellenbosch, Tokara offers breathtaking views over Simonsberg, False Bay, and Table Mountain. Its sleek, minimalist architecture, crafted from natural materials, mirrors the winery’s pursuit of clarity and elegance in every glass.

*Panoramic view at the Tokara Wine Estate on a sunny Winter Day*

We went there for the first time after our early morning wine tasting at the neighbouring Delaire Graff, just on the opposite side of the road. We were pressed for time at this point as we had a lunch reservation at La Petite Colombe.

That first rushed experience was so good - and we left with so much wine and olive oil already - we promise we'd be back with more time to enjoy the experience in slow mode. And so we did a year later. And with more luggage space.

*The Tokara Winery Estate in Stellenbosch*

Tokara is set on the most stunning estate, filled with olive trees and an incredible orchard, beautifully stripping the hills.

The landscape is filled with promise as you enter the massive stone building, welcomed by art everywhere and a gorgeous fountain at the entrance, to awaken your senses.

*Tokara Wine Estate Fountain and Sculpture*

*Tokara Wine Estate Panoramic View Lobby and Seasonal Flower Arrangement*

Winter Wine and Olive Oil Tasting

*Tokara Wine and Olive Oil Tasting, with water and bread, during Winter*

Spring Wine and Olive Oil Tasting

*Tokara Wine and Olive Oil Tasting, with water and bread, during Spring*

As promised the second time around, we had a suitcase to fill with goodies to bring back home and we sticked to our promise. We brought back the amazing kalamata olives (our favourites!), kalamata olive paste (the frenchie in me will always call it tapenade), the olive oils and several bottles of wine.

*Tokara Director's Red Vertical Reserve Collection - Olive Oils and Olives*

What we tasted and brought back with us:

Tokara 2020 Director's Reserve (Red)
Tokara 2021 Director's Reserve (White)
Tokara Reserve Collection Stellenbosch Syrah
Tokara Reserve Collection Stellenbosch Chardonnay
Tokara Reserve Collection Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon
Tokara Reserve Collection Stellenbosch Wine of Origin Elgin Sauvignon Blanc
Tokara Straw Wine Chenin Blanc 2023 (the most gorgeous sweet wine)
Tokara Premium Cold Extracted Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Multi Varietal (great with sautéed veggies, stews and salads)
Tokara Premium Cold Extracted Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Mission (great with fish)
Tokara Kalamata Olives Jar
Tokara Olive Paste

Thanks to the superb staff at Tokara Wine Estate and specially Gershwin for the memorable experience <3

If Stellenbosh Wineries and estates are on your to-visit-list, share with me in the comments, I would love to know more about it and get inspired myself for my next trip.