Glenelly Estate, situated in South Africa’s idyllic Cape
Winelands, has launched The Vine Bistro and reimagined its
tasting room and glass museum. The new interiors display
a sophisticated aesthetic inspired by Glenelly’s French
heritage and charm. Created in 2003 by May de Lencquesaing,
former owner of iconic Bordeaux Château Pichon Longueville
Comtesse de Lalande, the project was initiated with her two
grandchildren Arthur de Lencquesaing and Nicolas Bureau,
continuing the family involvement in wine since 1783.
-inspired
gination
of a twenty-year-old vine, which hangs suspended in the air in the building’s
reception area. Just beyond reception is The Vine Bistro, which is headed by
Christophe Dehosse, a French chef who is well established in the Winelands,
having worked for estates like Joostenberg and Chamonix.
The bistro’s interior is inspired by the French-style menu and incorporates
classic French furnishings such as 19th century chairs and classic Parisian
tables. White metro wall tiles, patterned floor tiles and classic French-style
wall mouldings on the bars and counters complete the look.
Glass foldaway doors bring the outside in; offering spectacular views of the
estate’s grounds. A pergola covers the terrace, where guests can spend lazy
afternoons at long timber tables feasting on delicious meals and enjoying the
magnificent surroundings.
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