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A quiet seaside retreat

The Laggan Hotel

Cairngorms, Highlands Scotland

The Laggan Tartan Backgorund

Breath-taking views

We are inspired by our beautiful surroundings, deep in the Scottish Highlands. Each of our bedrooms showcase panoramic views of the spectacular landscape, while the verdant countryside is home to a wide variety of wildlife, from Golden Eagle and Osprey to Red Deer Stag and Pine Martin, as well as an abundance of wild flowers, plants and trees.

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Meet the winemaker

After graduating from the University of Stellenbosch with a degree in Viticulture and Oenology, winemaker Chris Albrecht spent three years working six harvests at acclaimed cellars in California, France, South Africa and New Zealand.

Chris joined Bouchard Finlayson as assistant-winemaker in 2010, working alongside founder Peter Finlayson. After honing his passion and talent for capturing the unique terroir of the Hemel-en-Aarde, in 2017 Chris was promoted to the position of winemaker.

Since then he has had the opportunity to travel extensively in Europe, with trips to Burgundy and northern Italy to taste, benchmark and deepen his winemaking knowledge. Chris was instrumental in conceptualising and crafting the Aurum Straw Wine, the latest addition to the Bouchard Finlayson portfolio.

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Taste the terroir of Bouchard Finlayson

Bouchard Finlayson tasting room

Wine tastings

Bouchard Finlayson is open daily for visitors, with a choice of tasting flights available at our charming cellar door tasting room. Seated in the tasting room, barrel maturation cellar or out on the terrace, visitors may taste all of the wines in the Bouchard Finlayson portfolio, including the iconic Tête de Cuvée Pinot Noir.

Tasting costs R40/R80 per person for a choice of 3/6 wines. Tête de Cuvée Pinot Noir tasting R60 per person.

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Cellar tours

Arriving at the tasting room you will be welcomed with a glass of our Blanc de Mer, a perfect aperitif to begin the tour and tasting experience. One of our knowledgeable tasting room team members will guide you through the cellar and share the stories of our wines, the buildings and history of the estate. You will taste three wines, including two as yet unreleased wines and one older vintage available from the tasting room during the tour. We encourage you to relax and spend time appreciating the breath-taking view overlooking the valley.

The cellar tour experience is available at 11:00 and 15:00 daily at R150 per person. Bookings are essential.

Charcuterie Grazing Platter

Delicious grazing platters

Enhance your wine-tasting experience at Bouchard Finlayson by ordering one of our delicious tasting room grazing platters. Served on oak boards our generous platters of cheese and charcuterie are focused on celebrating regional producers and suppliers. This includes fresh breads from a local bakery, delicious cheeses, locally cured charcuterie, seasonal preserves, and olive oil from the olive orchards on the Bouchard Finlayson estate.

Platters can be enjoyed in the cosy tasting room, barrel maturation cellar, or out on the terrace overlooking the vineyards. Cheese Platters are available at R240 and Cheese & Charcuterie at R340.

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Vintage tastings

Our wines are crafted to express both the terroir of the estate and the unique character of each vintage. Our exclusive Vintage Tasting offers a remarkable opportunity to discover the variability of vintage and the ageing potential of Bouchard Finlayson wines. This varietal-specific tasting showcases four distinct vintages of the award-winning Galpin Peak Pinot Noir. Each vintage is paired with a curated tasting portion carefully selected to complement the wine.

Ideal for small groups, Vintage Tastings are priced at R400 per person, with a minimum charge of R3500. A maximum of 15 guests can be accommodated per tasting, and prior reservation is essential.

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An estate for all ages

Bouchard Finlayson is a family-friendly estate, and we welcome children of all ages. Our delicious deli platters will keep young ones well fed, while the wide grassy lawns offer ample space for children to entertain themselves while adults enjoy a tutored tasting of the wines of Bouchard Finlayson. A collection of outdoor toys and games is also available for families to use and enjoy at their leisure.

Immerse yourself in nature

A 100-hectare conservancy dedicated to preserving the endemic fynbos vegetation of the Cape Floral Kingdom surrounds the vineyards of Bouchard Finlayson. Visitors to the farm are invited to discover these beautiful fynbos-clad hills on the three well-marked walking trails that traverse the estate. Trails range in duration from 30 minutes to 2½-hours. There is no charge for self-guided walks, and visitors may collect detailed maps and directions from the cellar door.

Hermanus & beyond

Bouchard Finlayson is situated a short drive from the seaside town of Hermanus, on the shores of Walker Bay. The town is renowned for offering some of the world’s finest land-based whale watching during winter and spring, with spectacular sightings possible from the 12-kilometre coastal Clifftop Path. Active travellers will enjoy discovering the hiking trails of Fernkloof Nature reserve, while the region also offers golf, kayaking and shark-cage diving. Recognising the diversity of culinary experiences in the region, in 2019 Hermanus was designated a Creative City of Gastronomy by UNESCO.

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Opening hours

Monday to Friday 9am – 4h30pm
Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays 10am – 4pm
Closed on Christmas Day

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Discover our unique estate...

The vineyard

Ancient soils & a cool maritime climate offer the ideal conditions
An image of wine tasting with Bouchard

Winery & Cellar

Set in a scenic valley amongst the clouds & vines

The Homestead

At the heart of our warm & welcoming estate is a family home

Fruits of our labour

Extra virgin olive oil & Estate honey from our beehives

The vineyard

Ancient soils & a cool maritime climate offer the ideal conditions
An image of wine tasting with Bouchard

Winery & Cellar

Set in a scenic valley amongst the clouds & vines

The Homestead

At the heart of our warm & welcoming estate is a family home

Fruits of our labour

Extra virgin olive oil & Estate honey from our beehives

The vineyard

Ancient soils & a cool maritime climate offer the ideal conditions
An image of wine tasting with Bouchard

Winery & Cellar

Set in a scenic valley amongst the clouds & vines

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