At the southern tip of the African continent, where two oceans meet,
lies the city of Cape Town, a great wine capital and the gateway to
the South African winelands.
 The Cape winelands are among the most breathtakingly beautiful in the world and many of the wine routes, including Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Constantia, Durbanville, Darling, Paarl, Wellington and Elgin, are within easy striking distance of the vibrant and dynamic city of Cape Town. Visitors to the winelands can enjoy a range of memorable activities from whale watching, quad biking, wine tastings, picnics and game drives, to soaking up the epic mountain views, in world class restaurants, with a glass of something a little bit special.
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The wines of South Africa
South Africa is renowned for the sheer variety of wines it can offer, from fresh, fruity Chenin Blanc, South Africa’s most versatile and widely planted white grape, to zingy Sauvignon Blanc and rounded, buttery Chardonnay; there are whites for every occasion. A ‘must try’ red is the indigenous Pinotage, which makes rich, full-bodied wines, perfect for red meats and early summer BBQs. The styles are often described as a being halfway between the old world’s restrained elegance and the new world’s fruit-driven exuberance. . To enjoy a taste of South Africa, without leaving the comfort of home, we recommend the following wines:
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Variety is in our nature
The South African vineyards are unique in their rich biodiversity, as they are located within the Cape Floral Kingdom - a world heritage site and biodiversity hotspot, home to over 9600 plant species. South African wine farmers are working together to protect the environment and restore the vast species of indigenous flora and fauna that share this stunning landscape with the grapes. To date there are over 60,000 hectares of land, on wine farms, devoted to conservation; that’s an area greater than half the vineyard footprint. South Africa is home to the world’s first biodiversity wine route, The Green Mountain Eco Route which exposes visitors to both the wine and the biodiversity experience of each participating producer, promoting responsible eco-friendly tourism in harmony with nature.
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