Description

It all begins in the vineyard from where Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier grapes are sourced, the traditional varieties that have over centuries proven them to be the only grapes suitable for creating sparkling wines of excellence.

Cap Classique is a complex product, demanding the blending of the finest cuvées made from grapes grown on terroirs and sites each allowing an expression of uniqueness and individuality in fruit quality and wine structure. To ensure the cellarmaster has the correct palette to practise his craft, Le Lude has planted vineyards on a selection diverse terroirs and sources grapes from sites best suited to optimum fruit character.

This intriguing spread of grape offerings allows Le Lude to combine a variety of diverse and complementary components to ensure that the varied offering results in a style of wine that reflects the individual personality of Le Lude and the Barrow family.

Wine

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Accommodation

Description
Le Lude also offers visitors the opportunity to experience the ultimate in Cape Wineland hospitality with accommodation in a comfortable private guest house. Situated at the foot-end of the estate and overlooking the crystal clear river, Lilly Pond House is a spacious home with all the requirements for contemporary living and comfort. The interior finishes are of the highest specifications to meet the most exacting requirements in terms of functionality and amenable aesthetics. The house has two spacious en- suite double rooms, fully fitted open-plan kitchen and lounge area, as well as an outside entertaining area for all day al fresco occasions. The house is suitable for single couples or small families, giving guests absolute privacy as well as the experience of staying on a working wine estate.
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Restaurant

Description
"Along with formal training in Europe, Chef Nicolene Barrow worked at the world-famous Le Gavroche Restaurant in London before setting-up Orangerie at Le Lude. Here classical French cuisine is presented with a contemporary twist; the purist, disciplined approach of the European masters combined with a hint of individual, modern creativity where what is on the plate is presented looking as good as it tastes.

A seasonal menu offers the finest, freshest ingredients found in the forests, meadows, mountains and seas of the Cape, resulting in a selection of dishes offered in an environment conducive to making permanent Franschhoek memories."

Location

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Business Hours

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Contact Info

Address
Lambrechts Street