Inside the Billionaire Lifestyle: Johann Rupert’s Lavish L’Ormarins Estate
- L’Ormarins boasts nine top-tier vineyards and Africa’s only Terra del Capo cellar, offering a luxury wine-tasting experience with Italian flair
- The estate features a championship stud farm and the Franschhoek Motor Museum, home to over 220 rare and exotic cars dating back to 1898
- Despite owning the estate, Rupert’s actual residence remains unconfirmed, with rumours pointing to a hidden R40 million mansion in Cape Town
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Tucked away in the picturesque Franschhoek Valley lies one of South Africa’s most opulent private estates—L’Ormarins, the crown jewel in Johann Rupert’s multi-billion rand empire.
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A legacy estate turned luxury landmark
Originally owned by his late father, Anthonij Rupert, the estate has since been passed down to Johann Rupert, South Africa’s richest man.
The property has evolved into more than just a residence—it’s a sprawling testament to wealth, history, and taste.
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A winelover’s paradise
L’Ormarins Estate is home to nine distinct vineyards, each producing a variety of world-class wines.
From Syrah and Pinot Noir to Sauvignon Blanc and Petit Verdot, the range is as diverse as it is exquisite.
These are housed within the Terra del Capo cellars, a standout feature touted as the only one of its kind in Africa.
Visitors can sample wines in a sleek, Italian-inspired tasting room.
Cape Dutch grander and priceless views
Further up the estate is the Anthonij Rupert Tasting Room, decked in traditional Cape Dutch architecture and filled with rare artefacts.
From its vantage point, the room offers sweeping views of the Franschhoek Wine Valley and Groot Drakenstein Mountains.
A playground of prestige: Horses and vintage cars
Beyond vineyards, the estate also features the Drakenstein Stud Farm, where champion thoroughbreds are bred and trained.
Rupert’s love for cars also finds a home here—the Franschhoek Motor Museum showcases over 220 classic and exotic cars, dating back as far as 1898.
Mystery around his true residence
While L’Ormarins shines with grandeur, it’s unclear whether Rupert actually lives there. Rumours suggest he owns a secluded mansion worth over R40 million in Cape Town’s elite suburbs. He’s never confirmed it, fueling ongoing speculation.
A fortune built over decades
According to Forbes, Johann Rupert’s net worth sits at an eye-watering $11 billion (R136 billion), making him not only South Africa’s wealthiest individual but a formidable name globally.
A Quiet giant in a vineyard empire
From wine cellars to rare vehicles and elite horses, Johann Rupert’s estate paints a portrait of power wrapped in understated elegance.
L’Ormarins isn’t just a home—it’s a billionaire’s sanctuary, cloaked in vines, views, and mystery.
Inside Patrice Motsepe's R69 million Cape Town mansion
Briefly News previously reported that South Africa’s first Black billionaire, Patrice Motsepe, is not only a mining magnate and philanthropist but also a man of impeccable taste in luxury real estate and lifestyle.
His R69 million mansion in Cape Town’s prestigious Bishopscourt suburb stands as a symbol of elegance, boasting six en-suite bedrooms, a 24-seater dining room, a home theatre, cigar lounge, gym and a 10-bay garage for his luxury car collection.
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