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Du Toitskloof Wines

Du Toitskloof Wines is a wine farm in Breedekloof, Western Cape. About 83 km from Cape Town.

83 km from Cape Town Restaurant

A valley cellar by Du Toitskloof Pass

Du Toitskloof Wines is a Breedekloof producer at the R101, the Old N1, near Rawsonville and the entrance to Du Toitskloof Pass. The location places the cellar in the Worcester valley and Breede River wine country. It is not a Stellenbosch or Swartland destination, and its identity is tied to the valley, the pass and the growers who supply the cellar.

Du Toitskloof has a co-operative-style cellar character. That is important when describing the producer: it is not the same kind of single-family estate as a small boutique farm. The cellar’s wines reflect a broader grower and production story, with a visitor experience built around the tasting room and the valley route.

Wines and responsible farming

Du Toitskloof Wines is described as Fairtrade accredited in regional information. The accreditation is part of the producer’s public identity, but visitors should ask the current team for the latest details rather than assuming every label has the same certification status. The best way to understand the range is to taste the wines currently open and discuss the cellar’s approach with staff.

The portfolio and releases can change with vintage and availability. This guide does not invent a fixed variety list, tasting notes, prices or awards. Instead, it points visitors to the official contact details and recommends checking the current tasting page before travelling.

Tasting-room planning

The official tasting information and route listings describe a visitor tasting room at the Rawsonville cellar. Published hours have included weekday opening from 08:00 to 17:00 and weekend or public-holiday opening from 09:00 to 16:00, but hours can change. Confirm the current schedule, tasting format and group arrangements before setting out.

The official contact details are +27 23 349 1601 and info@dtkwines.com. The current official web presence is dtkwines.com. The cellar is listed at R101, Old N1, Rawsonville, 6845. A direct call is especially useful if you want a guided cellar or vineyard tour, because tour availability and reservations should not be assumed from a general tasting listing.

Nearby food and route context

Ou Meul is associated with the adjacent route stop near the cellar, but it is a partner bakery and café rather than a Du Toitskloof-operated kitchen. Keep that distinction clear when planning lunch. Regional visitor information has also described a picnic area and guided cellar or vineyard tours; confirm the current rules, booking requirements and whether outside food is permitted directly with Du Toitskloof.

The pass setting makes Du Toitskloof a natural part of a road trip through the Breedekloof. Allow time for the approach, the tasting and any confirmed food stop, and do not combine the hours of nearby businesses with the cellar’s own operating schedule.

A distinct Breedekloof experience

Du Toitskloof Wines offers a different perspective from boutique family estates in the valley. Its co-operative-style identity, Fairtrade association, Old N1 location and broad route appeal make it a useful stop for visitors seeking the working cellar side of Breedekloof. Ask about the growers, the wines currently available and the cellar’s role in the local wine community.

For a reliable visit, verify the current website, contact details, tasting hours and any tour reservation. The cellar is easy to place geographically, but the experience depends on what is running on the day. A little advance planning keeps the stop accurate, respectful and enjoyable.

Plan your Breedekloof stop

Use the current official site at dtkwines.com and contact the cellar to confirm tasting hours, tour availability, picnic rules and current offerings. For a smooth visit, keep the farm contact details with your route notes, check the official page on the day before departure and allow flexibility for rural travel. Ask about the current release list, tasting format and any group requirements when you make contact. This keeps the information practical without promising a price, award, opening time or experience that the farm has not confirmed. It also helps visitors respect the working nature of a Breedekloof vineyard and cellar. The best route is the one based on direct confirmation, especially during harvest, public holidays or periods when a small team is serving guests. If plans change, let the farm know rather than arriving outside the agreed arrangement. Bring a question about the valley, the cellar or the family story: small producers often offer the most useful detail through conversation, while the written site remains the safest source for current contact information. This approach also keeps the visit enjoyable for drivers, families and other guests.

Things to do at Du Toitskloof Wines

  • Other experiences

    tastings

    Du Toitskloof / DTK Wines (Fairtrade co-op; brands Du Toitskloof, Land’s End, Quest, Pierre DuMont). Contact: +27 23 349 1601 / info@dtkwines.com.

    Details on the farm website ↗
  • Wine tasting & pairings

    restaurant

    Official tasting room: curated tastings at set price OR any 4 wines R80; complimentary artisanal bread & olive oil; bespoke cheeseboards; winter homemade soup & pita; Bootlegger coffee / teas for designated drivers; book if >6 guests. Wheelchair access noted. (wine.co.za mirror still quotes R60 for 4 wines — prefer live official R80.)

  • Restaurants & dining

    picnic

    Ou Meul Bakery & Café at Du Toitskloof Cellar (oumeul.co.za): breakfast, lunch, takeaway; kids menu; large play area; pet-friendly outside on leads; Mon–Sat 08h00–17h00; Sun 08h00–16h00; dutoitskloof@oumeul.co.za / 023 004 0226.

    Details on the farm website ↗
  • Wine tasting & pairings

    kids

    Official DTK tasting room: children’s play area; Ou Meul: kids menu, play area, changing facilities.

  • Wine tasting & pairings

    other

    Visit SA Winelands facilities list Picnic Area for Du Toitskloof (bring-your-own picnic venues also listed on Breedekloof picnic pages historically) — not a priced picnic basket on dtkwines tasting page.

    Details on the farm website ↗

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Notable wines

Fairtrade ranges; cultivar & fortified wines

Wines made here

Wine list from wine.co.za. The taste words are drawn from those notes, which are not reprinted here. Ask the cellar door what is pouring on the day.

Visiting with kids

DTK tasting room has a children's play area and dog-friendly atmosphere that "welcomes the whole family", plus cheeseboards, winter soups and the on-site Ou Meul Bakery.

With kids. About 63 min from Cape Town. Suited to toddlers, tweens.

Play areaCasual foodPram friendlyDogs welcome

  • children's play area
  • MTB & trail running routes

Du Toitskloof Wines (DTK), just off the N1 at Rawsonville, is one of the easiest Breedekloof family stops — about 63 minutes from Cape Town without traffic. The tasting room has a children's play area and a dog-friendly atmosphere that "welcomes the whole family". Casual food covers cheeseboards, winter soups and the on-site Ou Meul Bakery. Wheelchair access is published. Wine tasting is Monday–Friday 08:00–16:30, Saturday–Sunday 09:00–15:30 and public holidays 09:00–16:00; groups of six or more should book (023 349 1601). MTB and trail-running routes exist but are not scored as kid-specific. A practical N1 leg-stretch for toddlers and tweens when you want play, bakery snacks and a short tasting without a detour deep into the valley.

Before you go

  • Dogs are welcome. Confirm which areas, and keep them on a lead.
  • Pram or wheelchair access is listed.
Is there a play area?

Yes — a children's play area at the tasting room.

Are dogs allowed?

Yes — the tasting room is described as dog-friendly and family-welcoming.

Do large groups need to book?

Yes — groups of six or more should book on 023 349 1601.

Nearby with children

  • ATKV Goudini Spa — Splash park, Rawsonville · 4 km Website
  • Karoo Desert National Botanical Garden — Nature reserve, Worcester · 19 km Website
  • Limietberg Nature Reserve – Tweede Tol — Walk or hike, Bainskloof / Rawsonville corridor Website
  • Nova Vita Farmstall @ Ou Stokery — Farm stall, Rawsonville

Family notes checked 5 October 2026. Confirm on the farm’s website before you drive. Source. More family farms in Breedekloof. Things to do near this farm.

Visiting with a dog

Official tasting-room page: children’s play area and a dog-friendly atmosphere — DTK welcomes the whole family.

Checked 6 October 2026. Source. More dog-friendly farms in Breedekloof.

Questions before you go

Where is Du Toitskloof Wines?

Du Toitskloof Wines is at R101, in Breedekloof. Most visitors drive there from Cape Town in 70–90 minutes.

When is Du Toitskloof Wines open?

Mo 08:00-17:00, Tu 08:00-17:00, We 08:00-17:00, Th 08:00-17:00, Fr 08:00-17:00, Sa 09:00-17:00,. Hours change, so call +27 23 349 1601 before you drive.

Can I do a wine tasting at Du Toitskloof Wines?

Yes, tastings are listed. A current price is not on this page yet, so call +27 23 349 1601 for fees.

Can I eat at Du Toitskloof Wines?

Yes, there is a restaurant on the farm. Book ahead for weekend lunches.

Wine of Origin

Geographical unit: Western Cape → Breede River Valley → Breedekloof

Breedekloof sits between the Du Toitskloof and Slanghoek mountains: Goudini, Slanghoek and a cluster of high-output, increasingly quality-minded cellars.

Terroir snapshot

Elevation and soil figures are modelled at the pin, not a vineyard block survey. Use them to compare farms, not to quote a technical sheet.

Latitude
-33.7
Longitude
19.28
Elevation
243 m (Open-Meteo)
Soil pH
6.2 (SoilGrids 0–5 cm)
Clay
7% (SoilGrids)
Organic C
54.0 g/kg (SoilGrids)

Sources

  • OpenStreetMap node 12595378512
  • Phone, hours, and facilities: farm website
  • Wine route membership: association listing
  • Wine list: wine.co.za
  • Family notes: farm website, checked 5 October 2026
  • Dog notes: farm website, checked 6 October 2026
  • Elevation: Open-Meteo
  • Soil: ISRIC SoilGrids

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