A fine-dining menu with wines to match.
Dramatic mountain views, endless vineyards, and expansive gardens shaded by oak trees create a handsome setting for Lanzerac Wine Estate, whose rich heritage and old-world elegance date back to 1692.
In addition to its viticultural provenance, nowadays the winery is celebrated for its five-star premium hotel and spa, and diverse gastronomic offerings, making it one of the Jonkershoek Valley’s shining stars.
Gourmet artistry at Manor Kitchen
Inside the Governer’s Hall, the estate’s flagship restaurant is lofty and expansive, with sparkling chandeliers, large lead-glass windows and a general sense of grandeur.
In the evenings, the restaurant buzzes with hotel guests and locals, here to enjoy a fine-dining experience. Chef Stephen Fraser’s menu takes a “classics reimagined” approach, using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and bold local flavours.
For most of the week, the menu is à la carte; choices might include large Saldanha oysters with yuzu caviar, fynbos vinaigrette and salt-cured cucumber; honey rooibos seared tuna with pickled tomato, avo and ponzu dressing; or venison loin with pinotage jus.
On Friday and Saturday evenings chef Stephen pushes the boat right out with a seven-course culinary journey, complete with wine-pairings carefully selected from Lanzerac’s Jonkershoek, Keldermeester Versameling and Heritage ranges.
Sommelier service
The winelist, one of the best in the region ranges from Champagne, cap classique, prosecco and cava to the estate’s award-winning pinotage, and every other varietal in between (with a few international gems, too). There are whiskies (from Scotland, Ireland, Japan and SA), bourbons, brandies, cognac and a diverse range of spirits.
On hand is sommelier Fundiswa Ziqubu, who shares valuable wine expertise and insight to ensure perfect wine pairings for every dish and palate. Durban-born, aptly named Fundi came to Stellenbosch in 2018, where the wine bug bit. She trained with the Sommeliers Academy and started out as a wine steward in Lanzerac’s Tasting Room. Four years ago, she was appointed sommelier at the restaurant, working closely with chef Stephen.
There’s more…
The Manor Kitchen hosts an opulent breakfast each morning, as well as a lavish à la carte Sunday lunch menu, and a luxurious afternoon tea on Saturdays.
Other dining options at Lanzerac include the casual, country-style Taphuis, where gourmet pub dishes, sharing plates and light meals can be enjoyed beside the roaring fireplace or outdoors on the shaded terrace. The Lanzerac Deli offers all-day breakfast, platters, pastries, sandwiches and the like, to be enjoyed inside or on the terrace, while the moody, evening-oriented Craven Lounge does tapas that go beautifully with the full bar on offer.
Opening times
Breakfast: Daily, 7am – 10:30am
Afternoon Tea: Saturday, 2pm – 5pm
Lunch: Sunday, 12pm – 3pm
Dinner: Daily, from 6pm
Contact 021 887 1132, restaurants@lanzerac.co.za
Where to find it Lanzerac Road, Jonkershoek, Stellenbosch
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3 Responses to “Manor Kitchen at Lanzerac: A Wine-Paired Dining Experience”
Ezette Pool
As a Tour Operator Lanzerac is a favorite of mine since my student years , Guests love and enjoy the food and wine.
Lilian Migoye
Hello,
I have a party of 11 guests touring your winelands on 23rd July 2023. I would like to book dinner for the group and they are all vegetarian. Kindly let me know how to proceed.
Nikki Benatar
Hi Lilian
It’d be best to contact the restaurant directly: 021 887 1132, restaurants@lanzerac.co.za.
Enjoy!