The Wine Glass Hermanus

A Central Hub for Regional Wine Tasting

The Wine Glass offers wine lovers a unique opportunity to sample almost 100 of the finest wines from the Walker Bay region without having to drive between wine farms. Located in the heart of old town Hermanus, this wine bar and restaurant provides expertly curated wine flights, allowing visitors to compare different wines side by side.

Wine Experience

What makes The Wine Glass special is their tasting flight concept – choose from various varietals including:

• Sauvignon Blanc - 12 different options in lifestyle and premium flights
• Chardonnay - showcasing the region's internationally renowned cool climate offerings
• Pinot Noir - featuring some of South Africa's best examples of this varietal
• Méthode Cap Classique - the Cape's answer to champagne
• 10 of the Best - a premium selection across varietals

Wines are sourced from five key sub-regions: Botriver, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, Stanford, Elim and Agulhas. The Apex tasting flight offers serious wine enthusiasts the chance to sample 10 premium wines that represent the best of South African winemaking.

Food and Ambience

The restaurant serves a selection of small plates designed to complement the wines. Standout dishes include the Thai mussels, forest mushroom linguini, and their famous West Coast oysters when available. Their chef's plates are ideal for sharing, allowing diners to create their own tasting menu.

The space features Scandinavian-inspired minimalism with original reclaimed wood elements, creating a sophisticated yet relaxed environment. During winter, fireplaces provide a cozy atmosphere for enjoying the region's robust reds.

Local Insights

• Friday Wine Down Hour - 2-for-1 specials between 4-6pm on Fridays
• Best times to visit - Midweek lunches for a quieter experience; weekend evenings for more atmosphere
• Grape Expectations Wine Club - Fortnightly Wednesday evening events featuring winemakers from the region
• Breakfast service begins at 8:30am - try their eggs benedict or Turkish Eggs Cilbir

The Wine Glass is centrally located on the popular Art Walk route through Hermanus, making it an ideal stop during an afternoon of gallery browsing. The venue also hosts various events throughout the year, including special wine tastings with winemakers, music events and seasonal celebrations.

Look out for their courtyard area at the back - a lovely suntrap on clear days and the perfect spot to enjoy their regional MCCs with oysters during summer months.