BOUCHARD FINLAYSON - GUIDE TO THE HEMEL-EN-AARDE

The Walker Bay wine district’s most important road, the Hemel-en-Aarde R320, winds its way through South Africa’s premium cool climate wine region. It offers visitors to the area the opportunity to experience world-renowned Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, as well as some of our country’s best Sauvignon Blanc and Shiraz, as well as innovative blends.

The R320 Wine Route unites the passion and reputation of many wineries, each producing small volumes of uncompromising, premium quality wines. With vineyards deriving maximum beneit from the high elevation and cool sea breezes, this region is celebrated for its unique terroir and maritime climate that results in countless local and international accolades and awards for its wines.

Carefully and sustainably managed vineyards, the unspoiled natural beauty of the mountains, ocean and blue skies of Walker Bay, guarantee visitors a thrilling, memorable experience. You will be warmly welcomed at the tasting venues on the various wine estates along this route, with each of them offering one or more of the following – wine tastings, platters, meals, nature walks and cellar tours.

BOUCHARD FINLAYSON

Bouchard Finlayson’s lagship wine is the Galpin Peak Pinot Noir, for which celebrated winemaker Peter Finlayson has won many awards. Repeated vintages of this path-blazing wine continue to relect a true celebration of Pinot-crafting. Other varieties include Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, a popular white blend and hearty reds. Charcuterie and cheese platters are available for between tastings or after a hike along the fynbos trails. There are three route options and energetic holiday hikers can choose between a guided or self-guided walk, but be sure to pre-book.

The tasting room is open Monday - Friday 09:30 – 17:00 and Saturday 10:00 – 13:00. Closed on Sunday, and all public holidays. Call 028 312 3515.

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