Tannin

Right in the thick of Bree Street’s buzz, Tannin is the kind of spot that makes wine people grin. Dreamed up by British duo Dominic and Lisa Wood, it’s equal parts sophisticated and down-to-earth – the kind of place you wander into for “just one glass” and leave hours later with a new favourite producer.

The list is a beast (in the best way): 400-plus bottles and around 40 by the glass, with South African stars front and centre and a few global gems tucked in for context. You’ll spot everything from Swartland naturals to Stellenbosch icons, all clearly curated by people who live and breathe wine.

The small plates are clever – flavourful, textured, and perfectly tuned to play nice with whatever’s in your glass. Add in easy-going, switched-on service and a great playlist, and you’ve got one of Cape Town’s most exciting new wine haunts.