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Wine Cellar
An award-winning selection of the finest wines from South Africa and across the globe.
Our collection allows guests to craft their own journey of discovery and delight, with a world of wine available to them.
Soon, this famed Cellar will gain a new life in at Château des Tesnières, where Chef Chantel and Restaurant Mosaic will once again be able to offer guests a bouquet of stunning wines & pairings.
Best Cellar in Africa & Middle East for 4 years
While housed at Restaurant Mosaic at The Orient, our has also been heralded for having one of the finest and most comprehensive wine cellars in the world, having comprised of more than 80 000 bottles of wine under 5 500 different South African and international labels. It was recognized internationally and received numerous awards and accolades.
Awards & Accolades
HAUTE GRANDEUR GLOBAL AWARDS
- Best European Cuisine in Africa – 2020
- Best French Cuisine in Africa – 2020
- Best Hotel Restaurant in Africa – 2020
- Best Romantic Atmosphere in Africa – 2020
LALISTE INTERNATIONAL
- LaListe The Best Wine List 2019
- LaListe Top 200 International Selection 2019
- LaListe top 1000 International Selection 2017 – 2018
HAUTE GRANDEUR GLOBAL AWARDS
- Wine Spectator – Grand Award 2020
- Wine Spectator – Grand Award 2019
- Wine Spectator – Grand Award 2018
- Wine Spectator – Best of Award of Excellence 2014 – 2017
WORLD OF FINE WINE 2019
- Best Hotel Wine List
- Best Long Wine List
- Best Champagne & Sparkling Wine List
- Best Dessert & Fortified Wine List
- Best Spirits List
- Best By-the-Glass Wine List with Coravin
EAT OUT RESTAURANT AWARDS
- Chef Chantel Dartnall: Eat Out S.Pellegrino Chef of The Year Awards – Best Chef in South Africa – 2014
- Chef Chantel Dartnall: Eat Out S.Pellegrino Chef of The Year Awards – Best Chef in South Africa – 2009
- Restaurant Mosaic: Top 10 Restaurants in South Africa 2007 to 2018
- Restaurant Mosaic: Eat Out Service Award 2017
