The Overberg wine district spans the area east of Sir Lowry’s Pass and the Hottentots Holland Mountains, from Elgin to Theewaterskloof, Greyton and beyond, then south, skirting Walker Bay to the Klein River ward and Stanford, and east to where it shares a boundary with the district of Cape Agulhas.
The largest wine route in this region is the Elgin Valley Wine Route. One of the coolest wine-growing areas along SA’s south coast, this bountiful valley is developing a reputation for outstanding wines, characterised by mineral undertones and complemented by good natural acidity, displaying an elegance that has its origins in their uniquely coolterroir.
The Elgin Valley is situated on an inland plateau, surrounded by mountains, only 10km from the Atlantic Ocean. Vineyards benefit from high altitudes, cold winters with abundant rainfall, followed by cool southeasterly sea breezes in the summer. Ripening occurs slowly, resulting in wines of character.
PLACES TO EAT
Since the Overberg encapsulates so many wine areas there are a host of places to stay suiting any expectation and any pocket. For further information visit www.overbegwine.com or www.elginvalley.co.za.
CONTACTS
Elgin Valley Tourism
Tel 021 848 9838, info@elginvalley.co.za,www.elginvalley.co.za.
Overberg Wines
Tel 028 341 0855www.overbergwine.com.
MAPS
Elgin: Grabouw to Houwhoek
Stanford, Klein River
Caledon, Greyton
Tagged Wine Districts & Maps, Wine Route Maps
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