CAPE TOWN TOURISM INFORMATION
Cape Town & Western Cape Wine Routes
Wine lover or not, a visit to the Cape Winelands is an absolute must as the region is one of breathtaking vistas and majestic mountain backdrops while being steeped in rich culture and history. Rolling vineyards and quaint Cape Dutch homesteads await you, as well as award-wining wine farms offering some of the country's best wines.
The winelands are divided into various different regions, each offering their own 'wine route'. The most popular and well-known are Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Wellington and Paarl.
Not to be forgotten are the highly acclaimed wine estates in the Constantia Valley. Also located in beautiful surroundings with stunning mountain backdrops, the Constantia Valley boasts some of the oldest estates and homesteads along with award winning wines.
The best way to discover the winelands is by car, where you can stop of your own accord at the wine estates' traditional Cape Dutch homesteads. Take time to sample the farms' offerings, tour the cellars or enjoy a leisurely lunch on the spacious grounds.
Wine tastings, offered by age-old estates, are a popular means of sampling one of the Cape's greatest exports. At most wine estates it is possible to purchase bottles or cases of the estate's wines. |
