Western Cape is a wine region in South Africa.
The signature grape is Cabernet Sauvignon, backed by Shiraz, Pinotage, Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay, plus two more.
Vines root into alluvial, granite and loam.
The climate is mediterranean.
The vineyards themselves read as mountains.
Red wine, white wine and rosé wine, plus two more is what the region is known for, and in the glass it shows showcasing complexity and ageability, notably elegant, vibrant and refreshing and focus on crisp acidity.
The named areas within are Stellenbosch, Paarl, Swartland and Elgin.
Pour them alongside grilled meats, seafood, spicy dishes and rich, creamy cheeses.
Serve chilled.
In the glass.
Red: Showcasing complexity and ageability.
White: Notably elegant.
Sparkling: Vibrant and refreshing, Focus on crisp acidity.
Grapes planted here.
Bottles to look for.
- Alheit Vineyards 'Cartology' Bush Vines, Western Cape, South Africa
- Boekenhoutskloof Syrah, Swartland, South Africa
- Boekenhoutskloof The Chocolate Block, Swartland, South Africa
- Crystallum Cuvee Cinema Pinot Noir, Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge, South Africa
- Crystallum Peter Max Pinot Noir, Western Cape, South Africa
- De Toren Fusion V, Stellenbosch, South Africa
- Glenelly 'Lady May', Stellenbosch, South Africa
- Hamilton Russell Vineyards Chardonnay, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, South Africa
At the table.
- Grilled meats
- Seafood
- Spicy dishes
- Rich, creamy cheeses
Serving and cellaring.
- Serve chilled.
Inside the region.
Nearby regions.
Western Cape: common questions
01.What grapes is Western Cape known for?+
02.What kind of wine does Western Cape make?+
03.Where is Western Cape?+
04.What food goes with Western Cape wine?+
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