Explore South African Wine Routes
Here you will find the inspiration and a million reasons to go beyond the well known. You will find hidden gems, uncover local secrets, hear the stories best told by the locals and travellers in the know, and discover that we have a lot more to offer than good wine.
Heard It Through The Grapevine
Wine blending and vertical wine tastings
A few wineries have gone the extra mile to help visitors understand what goes into making wine.
You can expand your knowledge of South African wine by seeking out producers that allow you to blend your own or offer vertical tastings at their wineries. Learn more through these rare local experiences.
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5 Things that are better during winter in the Winelands
It’s not fun to kiss summer picnics and late sunsets goodbye. But once again we are reminded why the love of wine is such a great romance, you can trade in your chilled whites for some warming reds and wineries have always got your back with their amazing winter offerings. There is bound to be a roaring fire or a special winter menu waiting to welcome you in the winelands.
5 Things that are better during winter in the Winelands
As a sommelier and self-proclaimed foodie, the rainy days in the Winelands start showing other gems as everything slows down. I find myself having the precious time to really enjoy what is on offer.
Lessons from my father
Agriculture and activities like the making of wine is often a family affair, as the stories of many of South Africa's winemakers reflect. Marking Father's Day this month, Maryke Roberts asked some of them to be re-told.
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Brandy and Blues at Backsberg
Searching for the perfect winter activity? Then look no further than Backsberg Estate Cellars. Situated in the estate’s atmospheric Historic Vat Cellar, Brandy & Blues at Backsberg is an experience unlike any other.Live music evenings at Cuvee Restaurant
Gather a few friends or bring the family and enjoy our Friday and Saturday night dinners with local live music.The Saturday Market @ Vergenoegd
Come rain or sunshine, we will be hosting what is set to be one of the most popular markets in Stellenbosch. What makes the Market @ Vergenoegd unique is our close proximity to the N2 and being the 1st (or last) stop on the Stellenbosch Wine Route, making us a very favourable venue due to ease of access. Our open stretch of land allows for ample parking and the market site ideal for the whole famDurbanville Hills TrailRun!
We're back at the stunning Durbanville Hills. This venue is always a winner!We Care
Through continued expansion and development, the South African wine tourism industry encourages responsible tourism, economic empowerment and reinvestment in the community, ensuring a stable and viable economic future for all role-players. Tourism is a crucial driver of economic growth, especially in under-developed rural areas, and contributes to local upliftment and job creation. Wine tourism also stimulates community development, attracts consumers to rural areas, generates sales of local products and attracts corporate investment in the long term.