Caroline's Fine Wine Cellar
Caroline's Fine Wine Cellar
Caroline's Fine Wine Cellar
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Caroline's Fine Wine Cellar is a specialist wine retailer situated in central Cape Town. The company's two stores are owned and managed by Caroline Rillema, who has 30 years of experience in the wine industry. Her passion has taken her to all the major wine regions of the world, and she applies her knowledge in selecting the finest imported and South African wines she can find for her customers. You will find a vast selection of Bordeaux, Burgundian, Loire, Champagne, Italian and Spanish wines, as well as some exciting names from the New World. We currently also offer a daily winetasting with local winemaker, Lieze Norval. The tasting offers an overview of the Cape Winelands and is designed for those travels who do not have enough time to go out to wine farms. Booking is essential.
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mirazimi
Old Greenwich, CT89 contributions
Jan 2020
I really wish I remembered the name of the HIGHLY knowledgeable lady that patiently told me the stories and detailed impressions behind the wines she chose. They did not up sell me, were super attentive, and just wonderful.
I truly don’t know what that bad review I read was about. It’s certainly not the staff I felt with!
What a place!
I will buy wine *nowhere* else from now on!
I truly don’t know what that bad review I read was about. It’s certainly not the staff I felt with!
What a place!
I will buy wine *nowhere* else from now on!
Written 7 January 2020
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Thank you very much for such a lovely review.
We always appreciate feedback, but feedback this great makes it all worthwhile.
Written 8 January 2020
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AlA1111
Antwerp, Belgium64 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
We went to buy a dozen of bottles for the wedding of a friend who wanted to start a wine cellar. Not being knowledgeable about South African wines we asked to be advised on the choices of wines. The person in charge was very helpful, his advices very helpful and it turned out to be that his recommendations were excellent according to our friend. An excellent experience.
Written 12 March 2020
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Thank you you for the wonderful review
Regards
Written 13 March 2020
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PrincesSarah2015
Lake in the Hills, IL17 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
Wonderful store. Great selection of fine wines, both from South Africa and around the world. Set in the heart of the city, yet it feels like you are a million miles away. Purchased a few bottles to enjoy during our stay in Cape Town. Informed that Cab is king in Stellenbosch, and the bubbles rule in Franschoek.
Written 22 May 2019
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Glad that you enjoyed your time with us. Hope to see you again soon
Written 23 May 2019
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natholian
London, UK90 contributions
May 2012 • Friends
My sister went into Caroline's to buy 2 bottles of Vin de Constance to bring to me in the UK. My sister is is a bit scruffy, but was there with a credit card to spend R1,000 on wine. The owner of this store was incredibly rude, and I think it was because she thought my sister was not an appropriate customer. She wouldn't sell her the wine, it just beggars belief that there could be such predjudice still.
Written 11 May 2012
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SAWinemaker
Cape Town Central, South Africa30 contributions
Jun 2017 • Solo
The selection of wine is incomparable, there is no better wine shop in Cape Town, and the staff are knowledgeable, so helpful and eager to share advice, no matter the budget. It is definitely my favourite wine shop in this city.
Written 20 June 2017
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Thank you SAWinemaker for your time and wonderful review. Hope to see you again soon
Written 21 June 2017
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Marc D
State of Sao Paulo50 contributions
Jan 2017 • Couples
The place is easy to find, offer all grapes, and incredible choice of wines of the region and we nearly found all good wines we wanted. The prices are good, and we could talk to the owner who was very friendly and professional…the sales man was very competent without being pushy. The place has a lot of class…and those people know their business..a real pleasure to buy there…
Written 9 January 2017
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Bertil O
Western Cape, South Africa19 contributions
Jan 2016
We have visited Caroline´s Fine Wine Cellar many times since we came to Cape Town first time 2009. We have always been warm welcomed of a nice staff who have very good knowledge about the wines, The selection of wines from all over the world is excellent. The design of he shop is worth a visit even without the wines! You will not find many shops like this even if you try hard.
Written 10 February 2016
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adammawright
Poole, UK549 contributions
Aug 2015 • Couples
We went in looking for specific wines and we were pointed to them straight away. There is a huge amount of choice and we would have loved to carry more back home with us. Will be back on our next visit to SA
Written 6 September 2015
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Krupa P
Philadelphia, PA10 contributions
Feb 2013 • Friends
On my final days in Cape Town, I was searching for a venue to purchase wine and have it shipped back to the States. The staff at Caroline's Wine Cellar was absolutely stellar! While we figured out the cost to ship the bottles was more than the 12 bottles I was about to purchase, they did an amazing job packing the bottles and delivering them to my hotel while I spent the rest of the day exploring the Mother City. In addition, the staff who helped me select my wine was extremely knowledgeable and really listened to what I was looking for. Shame to say it's only been 2 weeks and we've already finished 4 of the bottles because they're just stunning! Amazing service, selection, and pricing! A must to stop in and stock up, whether you are local or travelling.
Written 27 February 2013
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City Simmy
Cape Town Central, South Africa33 contributions
Feb 2019 • Solo
I work in the area and pop down maybe twice a week just to grab a bottle for the office. The staff are friendly and always happy to help whether I know what I'm looking for or not.
The only issue is the sheer volume of wine bottles they have. If you do not know what you are looking for, it can be a bit daunting.
But the staff are friendly and informed, and its a great experience.
The only issue is the sheer volume of wine bottles they have. If you do not know what you are looking for, it can be a bit daunting.
But the staff are friendly and informed, and its a great experience.
Written 12 March 2019
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That is great to hear, thank you. We are always happy to see a return customer.
Written 13 March 2019
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