Opstal lies in the Slanghoek Valley in the Breedekloof wine district, just under ten kilometres north-west of Rawsonville as the crow flies. The farm has been in the same family for seven generations and belongs to the Breedekloof Wine Route. The winemaker is Attie Louw. Chenin Blanc is at the centre, spread across the Sixpence, Estate, Heritage and Single-Site ranges.
- generation: winemaker Attie Louw
- 7th
- wine ranges
- 4
- main variety
- Chenin Blanc
- valley in the Breedekloof district
- Slanghoek
Marc and Nicolé Burt run the Opstal Eat restaurant. It is open daily from 9:00 to 17:00, with the kitchen closing at 15:30, or 15:00 on Sundays (as of September 2026). At weekends, book. The estate also has accommodation and hosts weddings. Ask about the tasting price when you get there.
- When
- restaurant daily 9:00 to 17:00, kitchen until 15:30, Sun until 15:00, as of September 2026
Our tipMake Opstal your lunch stop and book a table at weekends. Du Toitskloof Wines is about eight kilometres away as the crow flies and opens early, so it works well beforehand.
Opstal: frequently asked questions
Where is Opstal?
Opstal is in the Slanghoek Valley in the Breedekloof wine district, north-west of Rawsonville. The estate is part of the Breedekloof Wine Route.
Can you eat at Opstal?
Yes, Opstal has the Opstal Eat restaurant run by Marc and Nicolé Burt, open daily. The estate recommends booking at weekends.
What wines does Opstal make?
Opstal in the Breedekloof focuses on Chenin Blanc. Its wines come in the Sixpence, Estate, Heritage and Single-Site ranges.