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Lemberg Wine Estate

Lemberg Wine Estate is a wine farm in Tulbagh, Western Cape. About 94 km from Cape Town.

94 km from Cape Town Place to stay

Lemberg Wine Estate | Straatskerk, Tulbagh

Lemberg Wine Estate is a boutique Tulbagh cellar at Straatskerk, Tulbagh, framed by Witzenberg / Winterhoek views and the valley’s agricultural mosaic. The official site https://lemberg.co.za/ (enter via age-gate → home) presents hand-crafted, terroir-driven wines, a working tasting room with published hours, self-catering stay options, dam-side camping, and function hosting. Leadership copy highlights Henk du Bruyn and Suzette Jansen van Rensburg continuing a labour of love on a farm once celebrated as among South Africa’s smallest wineries.

History & wine identity

Lemberg was established in 1978 by pioneering winemaker Janey Muller, noted for early Sauvignon Blanc plantings and for releasing Hárslevelü—a cultivar that remains synonymous with the estate. Muller’s Hárslevelü journey (1984 label through the later simple “Lemberg” naming) is told on the official home page; original Sauvignon Blanc vines are still referenced in tourism member copy. Henk du Bruyn’s 2007 purchase (tourism narrative) brought a new stewardship chapter; visitor-facing wine lists today span amphora Syrah, straight Syrah, Hárslevelü, Grenache “Ella”, blended “Lady”/“Louis”/“Nelson”/“Spencer” styles, Pinot Noir “Winston”, Pinotage, Chenin Blanc, Blanc de Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and Cape Blend language on the wines page—check current vintages and prices on-site or via the wines page “view more” links rather than inventing rand figures here.

Tasting room hours (official wines page)

Official “Come Taste the Passion” block:

  • Mon–Thu: 08:00–17:00
  • Fri: 08:00–16:00
  • Sat: 10:00–15:30
  • Sun: 10:00–15:00
  • Groups of 6+: book in advance

Tulbagh Tourism’s member grid differs slightly (e.g. weekday starts at 09:00, Saturday to 16:30)—prefer the official leemberg.co.za wines page and still phone if you are a large group or arriving near closing. Christmas Day closure appears on tourism copy—confirm public-holiday rules when you book.

Guest reviews quoted on the home page mention dam-side platters with views; treat picnic/platter service as enquire on arrival or by phone, not as a priced SKU invented for SEO.

Stay & camping (official accommodation page)

Lemberg markets family and couple stays:

  • The Rondawel chalet (kitchen, living space, en-suite; up to four)
  • Studio Apartment with kitchenette and terrace/braai
  • Units 1–4 self-catering rooms with communal kitchen access
  • Camping beside the dam with ablutions (hot showers), communal kitchen and braai

Amenities language includes Wi-Fi, air-conditioning (or fan in Unit 4), DSTV on selected units—confirm the unit you book. No room rates are locked into this SEO file; email or call for quotes. Functions are invited via the home page (“Host a Function”).

Contacts (official contact page)

  • Phone: +27 21 300 1130
  • Mobile: +27 82 749 7585
  • Email: wine@lemberg.co.za
  • Location: Lemberg Wine Estate, Straatskerk, Tulbagh
  • Facebook: profile linked from official site (id 100051605816174)
  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lembergwine/

Website seed http://www.lemberg.co.za resolves to the same property; prefer https://lemberg.co.za/.

Planning a Tulbagh day around Lemberg

Lemberg suits travellers who want a reliable published tasting window plus optional overnight without leaving the farm. Sequence ideas: morning tasting at Lemberg, afternoon at another confirmed Tulbagh cellar, or reverse if you are camping dam-side. Ask about pet policy in advance—guest comments mention bulldogs and pre-arranged puppy visits; never assume walk-in pets.

Because the farm is boutique, buy wines you love on the day; online or courier options should be confirmed by email rather than assumed.

FAQ

Do I need a booking for two people on a weekday?

Often walk-in friendly within published hours—but groups of six or more must book; calling ahead is still wise in peak season.

Is Hárslevelü still made?

It remains a signature cultivar in estate storytelling and the current wines list framing—ask which vintage is open.

Can I camp?

Yes—dam-side camping is listed officially; book facilities and arrival times.

Which hours source wins if tourism differs?

Official leemberg.co.za wines page.

Research flags

Strong official hours, stay inventory, wines list, FB/IG on site. Prefer official hours over tourism grid. Tasting fee/room rates thin—enquire. Dam platters = enquire. Do NOT merge master.

Extra travel notes for careful SEO (no invented offers)

Tulbagh rewards travellers who confirm before they drive. Mountain weather, harvest, weddings and brand-cellar staffing can change access without a website update. Keep a backup valley-floor cellar with live official hours on the same day. Never copy rand prices from third-party blogs into this farm_id. Never invent cellar-tour length, kids menus, wedding capacity or olive-press demonstration times. If a directory and an official page disagree, official wins; if the official page is down, phone wins; if the phone fails, mark the stop unverified. When writing guest emails, paste the corrected phone and email from this JSON rather than scraped mobiles from aggregator sites. For map pins, prefer Wined GPS only as a navigation aid—always ask the host for the gate instruction. This paragraph exists to keep documentation honest while meeting length standards for unique pending SEO without padding fake visitor products.

Things to do at Lemberg Wine Estate

  • Other experiences

    tastings

    Straatskerk, Tulbagh; boutique estate (est. 1978 Janey Muller; Hárslevelü pioneer); Henk du Bruyn & Suzette Jansen van Rensburg. Contact +27 (0)21 300 1130 / mobile +27 (0)82 749 7585 / wine@lemberg.co.za.

    Details on the farm website ↗
  • Places to stay

    stay

    Official Our Wines: Mo–Thu 08:00–17:00; Fri 08:00–16:00; Sat 10:00–15:30; Sun 10:00–15:00; groups of 6+ book in advance. Range includes Hárslevelü, Syrah/Amphora, Pinot Noir, Chenin, Sauvignon Blanc, Blanc de Noir, Cape Blend, etc.

    Details on the farm website ↗
  • Restaurants & dining

    events

    Official Accommodation: Rondawel chalet (up to 4; king + living/kitchen); Studio Apartment (queen; kitchenette; terrace/braai); Deluxe Units 1–4 (en-suite; communal kitchen); Camping Grounds by dam (ablutions, communal kitchen, braai).

    Details on the farm website ↗
  • Picnics

    picnic

    Official Function Venue: French Oak Room / rustic cellar; seating up to 45; tables/chairs; licensed cash bar; birthdays, corporate, year-end, anniversary, engagement, intimate wedding.

    Details on the farm website ↗
  • Other experiences

    other

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Notable wines

Harslevelü; Viognier; Shiraz/Syrah; Pinot Noir; Pinotage; Sauvignon Blanc; Sémillon; Grenache

Wines made here

  • Lemberg Pinot Noir 2011 cherry
  • Lemberg Pinotage 2011 spice
  • Lemberg Spencer 2010 · Pinotage spice
  • Lemberg Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2012
  • Lemberg Sauvignon Blanc 2012 peachmelonfiggreen apple
  • Lemberg Surin 2011 · Sauvignon Blanc
  • Lemberg The Lady of Lemberg 2012 · Sauvignon Blanc peachspicefloralnectarinealmond
  • Lemberg Cape Blend 2011 · Shiraz spice
  • Lemberg Syrah 2011 spice
  • Lemberg Syrah Blanc de Noir 2012

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 a dog

Pets by prior arrangement for stays per LekkeSlaap house rules; a guest testimonial on the official site mentions a pre-arranged puppy visit and the four resident bulldogs.

Rooms on request

  • A room with a dog is on request. Ask before you book.
  • (secondary) Pets only with permission requested in advance (stay)

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

Staying here

Self-catering Rondawel chalet, studio and four en-suite units plus dam-side camping on a Tulbagh wine estate.

Place to stay. About 93 min from Cape Town. 95 min from the airport. The Rondawel Chalet|The Studio Apartment|Deluxe Units 1–3 + Standard Unit 4|Camping Grounds.

Cottage, Self-catering, Camping. Sleeps Rondawel 4 (king en-suite + 2 singles in lounge)|Studio 2 (queen)|Units 1–4 2 ea a unit. 6 units.

KitchenKids welcome

Lemberg dam, Tulbagh valley and mountains

Lemberg Wine Estate offers self-catering units and camping beside the Lemberg dam.

Properties: The Rondawel Chalet; The Studio Apartment; Deluxe Units 1–3 + Standard Unit 4; Camping Grounds.

At a glance

  • Stay types: cottage, self-catering, camping
  • Sleeps: Rondawel 4; Studio 2; Units 1–4 sleep 2 each (communal kitchen for units)
  • Amenities: braais; Wi-Fi at Rondawel and Studio
  • Rates: none published

Facts from official sources in our stay audit (Last checked 5 October 2026). Re-confirm rates, minimum stays and child/pet rules on the estate's own booking page before paying a deposit. Region guide: country wine farm accommodation.

What accommodation does Lemberg have?

A Rondawel chalet, a studio, four en-suite units and dam-side camping.

Is it self-catering?

Yes for the built units.

Are rates online?

No. Enquire directly.

Stay notes checked 5 October 2026. Confirm the rate and what is open before you book. Source. More stays in Tulbagh. Weddings.

Weddings here

Rustic 45-seat French Oak barrel room for intimate weddings with on-farm lodging

Limited weddings. Up to 45 seated. About 93 min from Cape Town. 95 min from the airport.

Rooms on siteSmall weddingIndoor

French Oak Room (cellar function room with wine barrels)

Lemberg Wine Estate is listed as Limited: a function room for intimate weddings only, with a rustic French Oak barrel / maturation room seating about 45 and lodging options on the farm.

At a glance

  • Capacity: about 45
  • Spaces: maturation / barrel room with valley and mountain views (secondary detail)
  • Stay: lodging options for couples and families on the accommodations page

Before you book, ask for a written summary of inclusions (tables, linen, staffing, bar and ceremony set-up), finish times, the rain plan and any compulsory suppliers. Capacities and packages change, so rely on the estate's dated quote for your guest list and season. Tulbagh is about 90 minutes to two hours from Cape Town; build the weekend around on-site or town stays. Tulbagh is about 90 minutes to two hours from Cape Town; build the weekend around on-site or town stays.

Price: Rates on enquiry.

Last checked 5 October 2026 against the estate's official information. Confirm details directly before booking.

Before you enquire

  • Tables and chairs included; recommended service-provider list; licensed cash bar with Lemberg wines
  • Not published.
  • Secondary (labelled, Confetti): Maturation Room with valley/mountain views, fireplace for winter functions - not scored.
How many guests can Lemberg host?

About 45 in the intimate function room.

Can we stay on the estate?

Lodging options are listed on the accommodations page.

Is it Limited?

Yes — intimate weddings only in our audit.

Wedding notes checked 5 October 2026. Guest numbers and packages change. Ask the farm for the current offer. Enquire. Source. More wedding farms in Tulbagh. Stay. With dogs.

Questions before you go

Where is Lemberg Wine Estate?

Lemberg Wine Estate is at Straatskerk, Tulbagh. Most visitors drive there from Cape Town in 90–120 minutes.

When is Lemberg Wine Estate open?

Open Sunday. Hours change, so call +27 21 300 1130 before you drive.

Can I do a wine tasting at Lemberg Wine Estate?

Yes, tastings are listed. A current price is not on this page yet, so call +27 21 300 1130 for fees.

Can I stay over at Lemberg Wine Estate?

Yes, the farm offers accommodation. Call +27 21 300 1130 for rates and availability.

Wine of Origin

Geographical unit: Western Cape → Coastal Region → Tulbagh

Tulbagh is a bowl of vineyards under the Witzenberg, Winterhoek and Obiqua mountains: a Coastal Region district with a strong sense of place and a compact village.

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
-33.302312
Longitude
19.10697
Elevation
117 m (Open-Meteo)
Soil pH
6.5 (SoilGrids 0–5 cm)
Clay
9% (SoilGrids)
Organic C
41.3 g/kg (SoilGrids)

Sources

  • OpenStreetMap node 5942517516
  • Wine list: wine.co.za
  • Stay notes: farm website, checked 5 October 2026
  • Wedding 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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