SPOOKFONTEIN - 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.

SPOOKFONTEIN

Spookfontein enjoys a picturesque setting with some of the best views in the area. The attractive restaurant, adjacent to the winery, is under the ownership of Vaughan van Blerk and Francois Barnard. The cellar is run

by winemaker Hannes Storm and Sol Yerden Eksteen, who produce the highly acclaimed Spookfontein range that includes Sauvignon Blanc, Rosé, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Full Moon (white blend) and the Phantom (Bordeaux red blend).

Open for wine tasting every day 10:00 – 16:30 (closing at 16:00 on Sunday). Spookfontein Restaurant is open for lunch Tuesday - Sunday 12:00 – 16:00 (kitchen closes at 15:30). The winery will be closed on 25 December and 1 January. Call 073 067 7936 for restaurant bookings or 028 125 0128 for wine enquiries.

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