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The journey
Taste a representative cross-section of South African wines on this guided Stellenbosch vineyard and wine estate tour with a Garagiste winemaker. Learn about the winemaking process, discover how Garagiste producers differ from traditional winemakers, and explore styles ranging from fresh whites to complex reds. Along the way, sample varietals such as Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, Roussanne, Semillon, and Chardonnay while gaining insight into wine and food pairing.
Along the way, sample varietals such as Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, Roussanne, Semillon, and Chardonnay while gaining insight into wine and food pairing.
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Embark on a wine tasting program that introduces you to young and old wine estates and winemaking styles across the spectrum, from light, crisp wines to complex and robust red blends.
Learn about South African wines, as well as how to pair wine with food, with your South African tour guide.
Where this trip takes you
Stellenbosch vineyards, Stellenbosch Winelands, Garagiste winemaker tastings
The route
The fine print
Certified South African tour guide.
Pick-up and drop-off within 20 km of Central Stellenbosch.
VW vehicle that can carry up to 7 passengers comfortably. It is equipped with a public-address system, air conditioner, binoculars, reference books, ice box, bottled water, and first aid kit.
All insurance.
Tasting fees, meals, wine and other possible drinks, snacks, and curio purchases.
Every tour is tailored upon booking and begins and ends in Stellenbosch.
For collections farther than 20 km from Central Stellenbosch, a predetermined tariff is charged.
A wine tasting tour might cover anywhere from three to five wine estates. In the middle of the day, you stop for an a-la-carte winelands lunch or platter and spend approximately 45-90 minutes at each estate.
Varietals to taste: Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, Roussanne, Semillon, Chardonnay, Pinotage, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, and French-style (Bordeaux and Rhone), dessert wines, and Cape blends.
All the wine tours are with a Garagiste winemaker. The pace is relaxed, with a focus on enjoyment, learning, and relaxation. Tours begin and end in Stellenbosch and are popular with guests wanting to taste a representative cross-section of Stellenbosch wines and learn about South Africa.
The guide is South African. He speaks English and Swedish and is a certified tourist guide for all 9 provinces for history, culture, and nature as well. He is a Garagiste winemaker (Hunneyball Wines in Platters wine guide), is a Cape Wine Academy graduate, and a member of the South African Sommeliers Association. No matter your experience, he is eager to share his knowledge of all aspects of wine enjoyment and production. He is also a Western Cape bird enthusiast and keen photographer. When reading, it is usually about African history, and when he is not guiding or making wine, you can look for him in remote places or underwater. He holds a Professional Driver's Permit (PrDP), for which medicals and police clearances are mandatory and are renewed every 2 years. He also has the required public transport permits and insurances to transport tourists.
Lunch is estimated at approximately R 95-190 per person, excluding drinks. Tasting fees are approximately R 200-250 per person for the day.
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Your 8 hours finish where they began, in Stellenbosch.
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