The imposing mountains of the Franschhoek Valley look on as we cross the tracks of the Wine Tram. The road we turn down is lined with Conifer and Olive trees. Vineyards are peeking out from behind the neatly trimmed hedges. The Estate boasts a rich and colourful 325-year-old heritage.
We walk underneath the majestic Oak and London Plane trees. The path leads to the restaurant where we have our reservation. The interior is warm and inviting. It is stylish with an Industrial feel. The white high-back chairs welcome us. There is soft din, and you can hear a variety of accents being spoken by the other patrons.
Tonight, they have a 5-course dinner menu. We choose not to do the wine pairing and order a bottle of the Grande Provence Merlot instead. There is a bread course which we give a miss and go straight for starters. Amanda orders the Fresh West Coast Oysters with red onion mignonette. The Gin-Cured Franschhoek Trout catches my fancy.
The food and wine are delicious, and the company is delightful. We have just finished our entrée when we are presented with a board of seared tuna. The diverse flavours are scrumptious.
For mains, Madame takes her turn at the Seared Local Franschhoek Trout, and I select the Aged Beef Fillet. To go with the mains, we order a Broccoli and Feta Salad along with a Seasonal Salad.
The ingredients are fresh, and the food is excellently prepared. I ask our serveur to pass on our compliments to the Chef.
For dessert, we order two black coffees with pouring cream. It is such a beautiful evening outside that we decide to have them in the garden. Along the way, we notice the Art Gallery which beckons us closer. We walk through admiring the different pieces on display.
It has been an evening of delight for the senses but now it is time to say; ‘au revoir’.
