Franschhoek Wines
Looking for a Wine Estate in South Africa’s premier wine valley – Franschhoek, to taste and buy wines?
Then look no further!
The valley is home to some of the oldest Wine Estates and Vineyards in the country as well as some of the newest, all producing wines of the highest quality, many of which are winners of awards and trophies in international wine competitions.
Wine lovers the world over come to Franschhoek to taste the exqusite wines of the valley, Surrounded by majestic mountains with slopes dressed in vines, there is no better way to taste wine then in the very vineyard that produced it.
Franschhoek’s Vineyards produce all the noble and classic cultivars. From superlative whites such as Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Semillon and Chenin Blanc, to gorgeous plush reds; Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Shiraz, Pinot Noir as well as many blends, to tantalize your palette. All are just waiting to be tasted by wine lovers visting Franschhoek.
And lets not forget Franschhoeks famed Méthode Cap Classique sparkling wines and ports, produced by some immensely talented winemakers who have chosen to practice their art in this inspirational locale.
Our Recommended Wine Estates
Where to taste wine in Franschhoek
La Bri Vineyards
Boasting a state-of-the-art 120 tonne boutique wine cellar and tasting room, La Bri is where you will find signature styled wines from a passionate owner, a knowledgeable viticulturist and a creative winemaker. This formidable team aims to share its wonderful products with fellow wine lovers who will enjoy, share and cherish their efforts.
La Bri uses estate grapes exclusively to produce handcrafted wines, made for everyday enjoyment, comprising four single cultivar wines and two blends, based on the traditional French Bordeaux and Rhone wine making practices.
Excelsior Road, Franschhoek
+27(0)21 876 2593
info@labri.co.za
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La Motte Wine Estate
Situated in the beautiful Franschhoek Valley, in South Africa’s Cape Winelands,
La Motte is home to the finest wines, recognised internationally for exceptional quality.
With its picturesque setting, traditional cuisine and historic charm,
La Motte is an enchanting destination for those who appreciate the finer things in life.
Make a point of visiting the magnificent La Motte wine cellar in the Franschhoek Valley. Taste our award-winning wines in the elegant tasting room – a place of relaxed hospitality.
R45 Main Road, Franschhoek
+27(0)21 876 8000
tasting@la-motte.co.za
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Leopard’s Leap Wines
Leopard’s Leap Wines is a global brand based in South Africa’s Western Cape wine-lands. It was conceptualised at the turn of the century by wine-maker and businessman, Hein Koegelenberg, CEO of Leopard’s Leap Wines, with guidance from his late father-in-law, internationally-renowned business leader, Dr. Anton Rupert.
The brand was initially created for the export market in the United Kingdom and has, since its inception, rapidly gained an international reputation for representing a versatile range of excellent quality wines at affordable prices.
R45, Main Road, Franschhoek
+27 (0)21 876 8002
info@leopardsleap.co.za
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