Wine Tastings and Tours in Coastal Region
There is nothing better than sipping a glass of high-quality red wine, could be Cabernet Sauvignon or local Pinotage, surrounded by some of the world’s most incredible landscapes. You can have all of this at wine tastings and tours in Coastal Region of South Africa. Learn about the philosophies behind South African wine and let this country amaze you.
At WineTourism.com, we provide a wide selection of wine tastings and tours in Coastal Region together with our local partner wineries. Below you will find a list of wine tastings and tours in Coastal Region with a direct booking option and a map of the region with the exact location of each winery. Choose your favourite wine tasting in Coastal Region or the winery tour, let us know and we will guaranty your memorable experience.
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Map of Wine Tastings and Tours in Coastal Region
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How to Get to Coastal Region
Tips on how to reach wine tastings and tours in Coastal Region.
The closest airport to get to wine tastings and tours in Coastal Region is Cape Town International Airport (CPT). The major airport of the capital city of South Africa serves tons of destinations worldwide and is the main hub of the national air carrier, South African Airlines.
If you arrive by plane, you can rent a car at Cape Town International Airport and drive around to find wine tastings and tours in Coastal Region. Most experiences are around the cities of Stellenbosch, Paarl and Costantia.
You can drive along the N7 to reach many wine tastings and tours in Coastal Region, but the most scenic road is the R310 between Stellenbosch and Paarl.
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Everything you need to know before you experience wine tastings and tours in Coastal Region.
Wine tastings and tours in Coastal Region will not disappoint you, also thanks to the great variety of activities offered by wineries. All wineries have a wine tasting experience where you are also served local specialities together with the wines. A lot of wine tastings and tours in Coastal Region consist of a guided walking tour of the vineyards followed by a tour of the cellar and ageing rooms.
Wineries with accommodation services give you the possibility to taste their fabulous wine directly in your private patio.
At Saxenburg Estates, enjoy a wine pairing lesson or a tasty chocolate and wine pairing experience.
What you can’t miss at wine tastings and tours in Coastal Region is a good glass of red wine.
Try the South-African born and raise Pinotage, an hybrid grape from Pinot Noir and Cinsault. Pinotage was invented because Pinot Noir is not suitable for the South African climate. Pinotage is a bold red wine, with high tannins and low acidity. It can be both a sweet and a sour wine but always has a sweet finish. The main aromas are those of red fruits, rooibos, red pepper, licorice and sweet tobacco.
English isn’t the only language spoken in South Africa, so instead of going for the classical “cheers!”, go for its Afrikaans version, Gesondheid!
The best period to experience wine tastings and tours in Coastal Region in South Africa is between June and August. Even though it’s winter in South Africa, temperatures are mild and there are a lot of clear days perfect for wine tastings. Also, the winter climate will fit perfectly with indoor activities like wine tastings and food experiences.
This is also a perfect period to go whale watching!
In between wine tastings and tours in Coastal Region, don’t forget to experience the all the great attractions of the region. Check our travel guide to Coastal Region wine region, but here are three places you can’t miss:
- Cape Town, the capital city of South Africa. Cape Town it’s a vibrant, colourful and dreamy city that offers many activities for everyone.
- Cape Point is a promontory located at the very southeast corner of the Cape Peninsula of South Africa. It was given the name of Cape of Good Hope by Portuguese navigators in the 15th century. Today visitors to Cape Point can enjoy a scenic trip on the Flying Dutchman, a funicular that takes people to the upper lighthouse.
- Devil’s Peak is the mountain which provides the famous backdrop to Cape Town. For the most adventurous visitors, Devil’s Peak provides some wonderful hiking opportunities along the Knife’s Edge path and the upper traverse.
Top 10 Q&As About Wine Tastings and Tours in Coastal Region of South Africa
A guide to help you out with answers to the most frequently asked questions about Coastal Region and experiences related to wine tastings and tours.
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During a visit at a winery in Coastal Region of South Africa for a wine tasting and tour experience you can expect to both taste wines and experience the landscape of Coastal Region of South Africa. Different wineries in Coastal Region of South Africa offer different types of setups for the tasting and tours but most experiences take at least 1 hour. For each wine tasting and tour experience for Coastal Region of South Africa presented on our website, you will see a bullet point list of what you can expect to experience.
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Use our interactive Coastal Region of South Africa map to browse wine tastings and tours close to Paarl, Stellenbosch and Franschhoek.
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