Tokara Wine & Olive Farm

Whether you’re drawn by the allure of our award-winning wines, the culinary masterpieces of our Restaurant, or the relaxed charm of the Delicatessen, a visit to Tokara offers an unforgettable journey through the best that South Africa’s Cape Winelands has to offer.

For aficionados, Tokara XO Potstill Brandy is the ultimate gift. This luxurious, hand-crafted and highly acclaimed Potstill Brandy comes in an elegant decanter presented in a beautifully designed case.

The Chenin blanc base wine is double distilled, retaining only the heart fraction for ageing in individual French Limousin oak casks for 13 years and longer. Unctuous and complex with great depth of character, the palate delivers rich flavours of caramel, dried apricots and cocoa butter with a spicy finish and fine length.

“As a result of slow, prolonged barrel ageing in predominantly older Limousin barrels, the aromas and flavours are more concentrated, allowing the brandy to develop its distinctive character, fine length and depth of aftertaste,” explains Tokara winemaker Stuart Botha.

This world class XO brandy is available at the Tokara Tasting Lounge and selected purveyors of fine wines. For online purchases with delivery within South Africa, visit www.tokara.com

There is a great outdoor seating area at Col'Cacchio Franschhoek that must be experienced. While our Tokara Chardonnay works with so many of the menu options, our recommendation is to pair this wine with a Morituri pizza or a Funghi Bianco pasta.

Congratulations to Tokara Restaurant on being included in the prestigious 2025 JHP Gourmet Guide!
This honour highlights the relentless dedication of Chef Carolize, and the Tokara Restaurant team, to culinary excellence, creativity, and unforgettable dining experiences.
Follow the link to the digital edition of the 2025 JHP Gourmet Guide, here: http://gourmetguide.co.za/jhp-gourmet-guide/

Here are this year’s best South African Extra Virgin Olive oils, winners of the prestigious Absa Top 10 Olive Oil Awards. Tokara Mission Extra Virgin Olive Oil has proudly been named one of the winners of this prestigious competition.

The best South African olive oils: Top 10 announced Here are this year’s best South African extra virgin olive oils, winners of the prestigious Absa Top 10 Olive Oil Awards.

It's the final day of the annual Standard Bank WineX festival and we’re raising a glass to our Gauteng ambassador, Richard Carstens, for representing Tokara at this event for an incredible 25th time. Cheers, Richard!

Experience Tokara in all its spring glory as we open our private farm garden to the public on 1 and 2 November, as part of the Stellenbosch Garden Town festival.

Stroll through tranquil garden paths adorned with magnificent sculptures by local artists. Highlights include terraces of the picking garden, serene wetlands, a textural cork oak forest, and a babbling mountain stream flowing into soothing lily ponds. Discover the dedicated oasis of indigenous flora and the extraordinary Adamastor Moss Garden, a continually evolving masterpiece.

Buy your Private Garden Day Pass here https://bit.ly/3CibhaE

Tokara Restaurant has carefully designed their drinks list to enhance and complement your dining experience. It’s a personal and evolving selection of the finest local and international wines and spirits. Naturally, you can indulge in the full selection of Tokara wines, available by the glass or bottle.

Exciting news this !
Our Tokara Reserve Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 has won Best of Category with 94 points in the Prescient Cabernet Sauvignon Report by Winemag.co.za
Another prestigious accolade for this outstanding vintage.

We're super chuffed to have our Tokara Mission Extra Virgin Olive Oil selected as an Absa Top 10 Extra Virgin Olive Oil Awards winner!

The award winning Mission variety Extra Virgin Olive Oil is mild and gentle with finely balanced grassy, herbaceous aromas and flavours. This delicate and light condiment can be purchased via our website for delivery within South Africa here: https://www.tokara.com/product/tokara-mission-extra-virgin-olive-oil/

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Tokara Chardonnay pairs up well with the the bold flavours of Portuguese cuisine, from grilled seafood to smoky piri-piri chicken. Head to Portugalo Restaurants at Montecasino and experience traditional Portuguese dishes complemented by a Chardonnay from Stellenbosch.

Discover a hidden gem at Tokara—the Adamastor Moss Garden, an oasis of calm created and inspired by the natural beauty of South Africa and the influence of Japanese garden traditions.

Anne-Marie Ferreira had a number of ideas about what she’d like to do with an old tennis court - surrounded by a rock wall, it had fallen into disuse and seemed to be waiting for someone to integrate it into the lovely garden already in existence. The eureka moment came when word reached her about a South African designer of moss gardens who had recently arrived at the Cape after living in Japan for many years. And slowly her own vision took shape.

Join us for two exclusive chances to experience this unique space:
October 26 – As part of the Tokara Spring Open Garden & Rare Plant Fair .
November 1 & 2 – During the Stellenbosch Garden Town Festival.

Don't miss this rare invitation to reconnect with nature and immerse yourself in the serenity of the Adamastor Moss Garden.

We have big news! Tokara’s Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil - a fusion of the Coratina, Leccino, Frantoio and Mission varieties - is a 2024 Gold Medal winner at the New York International Extra Virgin Olive Oil Awards!

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Salmon & Brine is a family owned and run Restaurant situated on the beautiful Vendôme Wine Farm in Paarl. The menu offers a wide array of fresh seafood, sushi and Japanese dishes - any of these options pairing spectacularly with our Tokara Reserve Collection Elgin Sauvignon Blanc.
Cheers!

From the rolling hills of the Western Cape to the rich landscape of the Karoo, local producers have mastered the art of crafting exceptional olive oil, rivalling even those from traditional regions. According to Crush!, here are the best local olive oils offering a true taste of the South African terroir.

Crush’s Best Local Olive Oils 2024 | Crush Mag Online We round up a selection of South Africa's best local olive oils. We believe firmly in supporting local and so should you – this is why.

Make sure to visit KALEIDOSCOPE, an exhibition of multi-colour wooden geometric designs by renowned land artist Strijdom van der Merwe, currently on display at Tokara Delicatessen.
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Save The Date | The Stellenbosch Garden Town Festival is coming up at the end of October, and there's so much to see and do! This ten-day celebration of nature’s beauty features spectacular botanical delights and unique local experiences. The full programme of workshops, talks, tours, adventures, and open gardens can be found here > https://gardentown.visitstellenbosch.org