During the last 329 years, the estate had many ups and downs with various owners. It is believed that the first Sunday trading in the Cape colony, took place at Vrede en Lust, due to the first protestant church which was built on the estate. Vrede en Lust had always been a wine farm and current vineyards reflect the plantings of 1745.
On 3 October 1996 a brand-new era was beckoning in the history of this extraordinary farm, Vrede en Lust Estate, when the Buys family became the new owners.
Vrede en Lust Cellar Tours
Join one of our Red Ladies on one of our informative and educational cellar tours. See and learn more about our wine production facility, winemaking equipment, winemaking techniques and how they affect the style of our wines. Here is Karlin Nel, Vrede & Lust’s head winemaker who has won multiple international awards. She ensures on a daily basis with her hands on outlook, that Vrede & Lust produce only the best quality wines.
Bookings are recommended before your visit
Vrede en Lust Tastings
We are open on all public holidays except Good Friday, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
