Vrede en Lust
The history of Vrede en Lust is a story of passion, vision and resurrection that dates back to 1688, when the Flemish merchant
Jacques de Savoye arrived in Cape Town with the French Huguenots. De Savoye immediately began improving 60 morgen (55 ha)
of land near Cape Town at Franschoek, and by 1691 more than 10,000 vines had been planted, growing to 80,000 by 1780.
Since the reign of De Savoy, the Vrede en Lust estate has changed hands and in 1996, when the Buys family became the 17th owners,
they embarked on a restoration program to fully exploit the exceptional viticultural potential of this land.
Today, this stunningly modern wine farm is popular not only for wine tastings and delicious food, but has also become
a popular location for various events, especially weddings. This family owned wine business pays homage to its noble roots
and continues to build on over 320 years of history and heritage.
Jacques De Savoye named the farm Vrede en Lust in 1688, derived from the Dutch meaning "Peace and Joy".
Vrede en Lust Winery is one of the most beautiful and interesting wineries in South Africa and has a firm place in the elite
South African wineries.
The head winemaker is the talented Karlin Nel, who studied winemaking at the prestigious school in Stellenbosch
and continued her studies in Italy and France.
Karlin Nel:
“I love sharing with people – everything from good wine and food to laughter and memories.
That's why I'm happy to be in a position to grow something every day,
what I can share with people, what brings people together and brings them joy. I really love what I do.”
Jess rosé is fresh light body wine bursting with aromas and is characterised by its crisp style and fruity palate. It is very popular for its delicacy and sophistication.
Delicious Sauvignon Blanc with a balanced taste and a soft finish.
A unique mischievously mixed mixture of 6 varieties of white wine with a harmonious taste full of tropical fruit and floral notes.Vintage 2021.
A delicate merlot with aromas of cherries, raspberries and a light earthiness, which you will love for its pleasant character.
A seductive Rhône blend of red wine with a delicious aroma of red fruit and hints of spice.
A very popular wine with a smoky taste supported by the aroma of red fruit and with an excellent rating.
A popular white wine that has a full fruit-honey flavor with citrus aromas.Vintage 2019
An elegant chardonnay full of complex fruit flavor with a touch of creamy caramel.
Delicious refreshing sparkling wine. PREMIUM RANGE Vintage 2022
Boet Erasmus is a luxurious blend of five Bordeaux-style red wine varieties filled with ripe, rich fruit and spices with a long finish. Vintage 2017