What are Vineyards?
A vineyard is a plantation of grape-bearing vines, grown mainly for winemaking, but also raisins, table grapes, and non-alcoholic grape juice.
Top Vineyards In South Africa
Below are some of the Top Vineyards.
Stark-Conde
Stark-Conde is a hidden gem in Stellenbosch. The winery is intensively family-run, a German father, a Japanese-German daughter, and a Cuban-American husband co-own the winery with their two daughters, working weekends to help in the Postcard cafe. Winemaker and co-owner, Jose Conde hand-crafted his first-ever Cabernet Sauvignon vintage in a storeroom of the winery in 1998.
De Grendel
De Grendel, meaning latch or lock in Dutch, stretches out over almost 330 hectares on the fynbos-covered slopes of Tygerberg Hill. One of Cape Town’s oldest farms, De Grendel has a magnificent centuries-old history within the Graaff family (knighted as a baronet by King George V, becoming Sir David Graaff, first Baronet of De Grendel).
Rainbow’s End
“Rainbow’s End” is the name of the Malan family’s wine estate near Stellenbosch. It is a name that conjures up associations, among these are the divine promise of sunshine after rain, of commitment to the earth, of a destination, and a pot of gold.
They specialize in top quality, boutique, family-produced estate red wines and for me personally, produce one of the best Cabernet Francs in South Africa.
Hartenberg
Hartenberg is located on the slopes of Bottelary Hills bordering Stellenbosch. It is a family estate where nature provides the perfect backdrop to grow, produce and share award-winning wines. Summer at Hartenberg brings lunches on the terrace or picnics on the lawns, followed by games of boule or just a nap.
And might I add, they make the best snoek pate in the Cape Winelands! During winter you can enjoy their big reds next to a fireplace with charcuterie and olives. Their Wetland Conservation Area alongside the vineyards makes for a beautiful setting for walks.
How many vineyards are in South Africa?
There can be counted nearly 2690 wineries in South Africa.
What wine is SA famous for?
Welcome to South Australia’s red center, Coonawarra. The ultimate destination for lovers of bold red wine, this picturesque part of South Australia is world-famous for its Cabernet Sauvignon and its Shiraz isn’t far behind.
Who owns the vineyards in South Africa?
The owners are mostly Dutch, French, British, German, American, and Swiss, although countries such as Israel, Russia, Singapore, Australia, and the Congo are also piling in. Unbeknownst to many, however, is that South Africa has foreigners to thank for its auspicious foray into wine production.
Does South Africa have good wine?
At one time, the sweet wine of Constantia was the most prized in the world. The most important South African wine regions are around the two cities of Stellenbosch and Paarl. A range of wine styles is made, from stunning blockbuster reds to full-bodied Chardonnay and crisp, refreshing Sauvignon Blanc.