That Wine Demesne
Winery Description
Location and History
Near the small coastal town of Plettenberg Bay, in an area known as The Crags, lies a small wine farm called That Wine Demesne. Nestled in a secluded corner, cooled by mist and sea breezes channelled through the gorges of The Crags, this estate is home to vineyards and two self-catering cottages. Planted on 1.5 hectares, the Pinot Noir vines dig deep into stone and clay, producing a distinctive wine: That Wine Demesne.
The journey of That Wine Demesne began in December 2012 during a daily walk with the dogs, wine glass in hand. Inspired by the neighbouring Bramon Wine Estate, David proposed cultivating a small vineyard. Following an enlightening dinner with the Thorpes, they decided to venture into winemaking, choosing Pinot Noir as their cultivar. Whether brave or audacious, they plunged headlong into viticulture, planted the vines, and That Wine Demesne was established.
Wine Tasting
That Wine Demesne is dedicated exclusively to producing Pinot Noir. Although there is currently no public Tasting Room, the farm offers two comfortable, pet-friendly self-catering cottages for couples and families. Wine is sold at the BDJ Café, just 400 m from the farm, where wine tasting of our wine also takes place.
The vineyard produces a single variety of Pinot Noir, characterized by its lustrous garnet red colour and primary aromas of black cherry and strawberry, with subtle hints of truffle and caramel. Gentle ageing in French Oak barrels imparts a complex, delicate structure with moderate tannins and a lingering finish.
The 2018 vintage of That Wine Demesne was awarded Gold at the Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards in 2020, and the 2020 vintage received Gold at the Gilbert & Gaillard International blind tasting awards.
Restaurant
Accommodation
That Wine Demesne offers two cosy self-catering cottages: ‘That Place’ and ‘Ons Hoek.’
That Place is a two-level house featuring three bedrooms—a King, Double, and Twin (ideal for children)—and two bathrooms. The house has an open-plan design, seamlessly connecting the deck areas to the main living space. It includes a well-equipped kitchen, a comfortable lounge with an open fireplace, a Smart TV, and an undercover verandah with a braai (BBQ). The house also boasts a private swimming pool and sauna. Pets are welcome, and wide balconies offer views of the forest and pastoral landscape, with abundant birdlife and occasional sightings of elephants wandering through their paddocks across the valley.
Ons Hoek is filled with personal touches, including family books, treasures, and curiosities. This warm and inviting two-bedroom, one-bathroom house features an en-suite bathroom with a step-up bath, shower, and basin (no toilet), while a powder room (toilet and basin) is adjacent to the second bedroom. The open-plan living area includes a cosy lounge with a fireplace, an intimate dining area, a well-equipped kitchen, and a verandah with a braai (BBQ). The fully enclosed garden, spacious and ideal for dogs, includes a lily pond and overlooks the Tsitsikamma Mountains, Elephant Sanctuary, and Bramon Wine Estate.
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