Sipping in Style - Plett Wine & Bubbly Festival 2025

With this year's Plett Wine & Bubbly Festival on the horizon, we’re reminiscing about our visit to last year’s – a sparkling celebration of the finest vintages from the Plettenberg Wine Route. After a more than 5-year hiatus, the long-awaited return of this beloved local event was nothing short of magical!

Set against the enchanting backdrop of Kay & Monty Vineyards, tucked into the rolling hills of The Crags, the festival marked its comeback in true Garden Route style - live music, gourmet bites, exclusive tastings of W.O. Plett wines, and wine masterclasses lead by the top local winemakers... what a day!

We were lucky enough to attend the final day of the festival, which fell over the extended Easter weekend - and what a celebration it was. A highlight being the private masterclass series - a true insider’s experience, guided by the three phenomenal local vintners who are defining the character of the Plett Wine Route.

First up at the intimate masterclass (limited to only 20 seats per session!) was Anton Smal guiding us through his selection of award-winning Plett Cap Classiques (from Kay & Monty, Bramon & Newstead), followed by Sollie Sauerman from Packwood showcasing the local white varietals through the years (including a stunning Sauvignon Blanc), highlighting the aging potential of white wines. We ended on a high note with Jaco van der Watt from Lodestone, who focused on the exquisite Pinot Noir’s from the various local Plett wineries.

Throughout the day, we met new faces shaping the region from winemakers to viticulturists & new owners, including from Whiskey Creek Wines - the latest addition to the Plett Winelands family!

Looking forward to this year's celebrations; you won’t want to miss out celebrating 20 years of the phenomenal Plett Winelands!

*Please note: all information is correct at the date of publication, April 2026. See websites below for up-to-date info!

Contact Me – Hilary - at hello@winetots.com for more details on your favourite spots to visit & to book a personalised tour or bespoke event of your own – behind the scenic routes of the Plett & Cape Winelands & beyond!

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Click here to check out our previous blog “Stellenbosch Winelands Family Adventures: Revisiting our Favourite Wine Farms”!

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Important info:

Kay & Monty: https://www.kayandmonty.com/ ; hello@kayandmonty.com ; 079 965 9779

Opening Times: Wed - Sun 11am-4pm

Newstead: https://newsteadwines.com/ ; info@newsteadwines.com ; 076 300 9740

Opening Times: Wed - Sun 11am–4pm

Bramon: https://www.bramonwines.co.za/ ; therestaurant@bramonwines.com ; 044 011 5031

Opening Times: Daily 11am-5pm

Packwood: https://www.packwood.co.za/ ; info@packwood.co.za ; 078 244 9400

Opening Times: Mon - Fri 9am-5pm; Sat & public hol. 10am-3pm

Lodestone: https://lodestonewines.co.za/ ; info@lodestonewines.co.za ; 044 534 8015

Opening Times: Tue - Sun 11am-4pm

That Wine Demesne: https://thatwine.co.za/ ; info@thatwine.co.za ; 082 578 1939

Opening Times: Not open to public for tastings

Whiskey Creek Wines: https://www.whiskeycreekwines.co.za/ ; cheyenne@whiskeycreekwines.co.za ; 060 759 7556

Opening Times: Mon – Fri, 9am–5pm