Individual and private tastings
at selected wine farms
The Winelands - paradise of the grapes
Wine making has a long history in South Africa. In
the 17th Century the Dutch, the French Hugenots
and, later, the Germans successfully planted the
first wines. The Cape wine growing area, situated in the narrow
viticultural
zone of the Southern Hemisphere, produces
some of the world´s most outstanding vines. The area
has a Mediterranean climate. The mountain slopes and valleys
form the
ideal habitat for wine grapes. Long sun-drenched summers
ensure grapes have enough sugar to provide excellent wines
year after
year. Wet winters with sea breezes and cool temperatures
also contribute to the ideal conditions for viticulture
at the Cape. The soil
is fertile with water retentive Granite and Sandstone
forming crumbly shale. With this favourable combination
of climate and
soil almost 4500
farmers in 12 wine regions cultivate 16000 hectares of
land under vines. South Africa is well known for its red
blends,
its classical
reds: Pinotage, Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Merlot, Pino
Noir and its whites: Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Chenin
Blanc.
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Ludger Pooth
++27-83-6931151
ludger@cape-town.info
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