Stellenbosch

Award-winning Avontuur Estate straddles the south western foothills of the Helderberg Mountains between Somerset West and Stellenbosch, and has set out on a journey to realise the farm's undoubted potential as a producer of top quality wines, particularly reds.

The soils, aspect and meso-climate combined with the cool summer southeasterly winds from the nearby Atlantic Ocean, produce grapes of exceptional quality.

You can also enjoy delicious lunches in the cellar or outside.

Tel: (+27+21) 855 3450
www.avontuurestate.co.za

One of the most advanced and the first of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere, you will find the 'cellar in the mountain'.

A footpath takes you along the banks of the Plankenburg River and during the harvesting season the tipping of red wine grapes can be observed. In the tranquil atmosphere of our underground bottle-maturation cellar, thousands of bottles of wine are laid down and serenely guarded by old French oak maturation casks.

Guided cellar tours are available in Afrikaans, English, German and French.

Tel: (+27+21) 809 8492
www.bergkelder.co.za

This beautiful estate is situated in the premium Stellenbosch wine region of South Africa and has a proud winemaking history spanning more than 3 centuries.

No stone has been left unturned to transform the historic estate into one of the most progressive in the Cape winelands. The Cape Dutch buildings have been restored to their former glory and an attractive hospitality centre now graces the estate.

Blaauwklippen's proud heritage of hospitality, of hearty traditional Cape cuisine and choice wines makes it one of the most significant sources of premium wine in the Stellenbosch region.

Tel: (+27+21) 880 0133
www.blaauwklippen.com

Delheim's Cellar, situated in the Simonsberg ward in Stellenbosch, is family owned and produces a wide range of internationally acclaimed wines.

The original farm was founded in 1699 and today Delheim still reflects the traditions and values of the Sperling family's commitment to quality. The farm is managed by Spatz Sperling and the new generation, Victor Sperlig and Nora Sperling-Thiel.

Visitors are welcome throughout the year to taste the wines in the Downstairs Cellar and relax for lunch in the garden, overlooking Table Mountain.

Tel: (+27+21) 888 4600
www.delheim.com

Kanonkop Estate is situated on the lower slopes of the Simonsberg Mountains in the Stellenbosch region of the Cape.

It is between Stellenbosch and Paarl and falls in a sub-region called the Muldersvlei Bowl, more commonly known as the "red wine bowl" of South Africa. Kanonkop is arguably South Africa's leading red wine estate and boasts many national and international awards.

The farm is situated on 140 hectares, of which 100 hectares are planted to vine. Besides the solid foundation on which the estate's winemaking principles are based, it is also blessed with ideal soils, cool sea breezes and long summer days, creating the perfect climate for grape growing.

Tel: (+27+21) 884 4656
www.kanonkop.co.za

Kleine Zalze Wines is located in front of the Stellenbosch Mountains, embedded in the De Zalze Agricultural and Golf Estate, and continues the tradition of producing wines of outstanding quality.

The wines have achieved numerous awards both nationally and internationally and received very favourable ratings in the new 2003 John Platter Wine Guide, including five wines that received a 4-star rating.

Tel: (+27+21) 880 0717
www.kleinezalze.com