Five Exclusive Wine Routes to Explore

If you have a pallet for wines with sweet undertones and distinct notes, South Africa is home to some of the world's best wines and the vineyards where they were crafted. Whether you are looking for an enjoyable day trip or a quiet holiday along a wine route, these five destinations should be at the top of your travel list.

1.         Durbanville Wine Valley

Located 20 minutes outside of Cape Town, this exquisite valley with 12 of South Africa's favourite and distinct wineries offers her guests a delightful and memorable experience. The award-winning vineyards in the Durbanville Valley create a juxtaposition of intense flavours and subtle undertones ideal for the most sophisticated of pallets. The best time to visit the valley the locals call home is during the Season of Sauvignon Festival on the 28th and 29th of October. durbanvillewine.co.za/

2.         Helderberg Wine Route

Situated 30 minutes outside of Cape Town, the picturesque backdrop with some of South Africa's most beautiful and dramatic mountains, the Helderberg Wine Route is a must-visit for wine lovers worldwide. The unique atmosphere found at each of the wineries in the Helderberg region ensures there is something delightful for everyone to enjoy. Although most famed for their red wines and port wines, the wineries have recently produced a range of crisp white wines that will delight and surprise. https://www.sa-venues.com/attractionswc/helderberg-wine-route.php

3.         Darling Wine Route

Most well known for the Darling Brew microbrewery, the area between the small towns of Yzerfontein and Malmsbury is also home to the Darling Wine Route, fast becoming a popular tour for wine lovers nationwide. There are three particular wineries which have made their claim on this route; Cloof Cellars, Darling Cellars and Groote Post, each offering a different range in experiences and flavours. https://www.hellodarling.org.za/darling-listings/darling-wine-route/

4.         Elgin Wine Route

While famed for being South Africa's largest producer of apples, Elgin, about 45 minutes from Cape Town, is also home to 16 outstanding wineries, with many being open by appointment only. The exclusivity of the route has created an atmosphere in and amongst the wineries of true quality and tranquillity for guests to enjoy during their visits. The route also boasts enjoyment for art and music lovers as well as foodies travelling between the vineyards. https://www.elginridge.com/

5.         Bot River Wine Route

An undeniable charm to be found along the Bot River Wine Route is the sense of community and comradery the residents of the area have created to order to make any visitors experience unforgettable. With modern and antique wineries working together, the character of each vineyard is only made more apparent by the next. Their wines offer something to satisfy even the most discerning wine lover and venues the ideal place to enjoy the available selections. https://www.botriverwines.com/

Another great area to visit would be the burgeoning Garden Route. There is a number of high-class wine estates that will change your initial perspective on wine and demonstrate that the grapes found along the Garden Route truly make for a range of exceptional wines. http://blog.exploreknysna.com/news/yes-we-do-have-great-wines-on-the-garden-route/

Looking for the best wine route for yourself can be a challenge when our beautiful nation is home to a huge selection of stunning wineries. The above five will have something for everyone ensuring you the experience of a lifetime.

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