LA VIERGE - 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.

LA VIERGE

La Vierge specialises in producing Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from their grapes, grown in Hemel-en- Aarde Ridge. The range also includes a Bordeaux blend, Sangiovese, Shiraz, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling. La Vierge Restaurant and champagne Veranda offer breath-taking views – ideal for a romantic sundowner and a game of boule.

From 15 December – 15 January it is open daily for wine tasting 10:00 – 19:00 (a selection of four wines at R30 pp). The restaurant (Chef Bruce Henderson) is open for lunch every day 11:00 – 16:00, and for dinner on Friday and Saturday evenings (unless there is a private function). It will be closed on 25 December and 1 January, and after 8 January the restaurant will be closed on Monday. To book call 028 313 2007.

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