South Africa has long been an underrated wine country and still is to some extent. But when you come here and taste the wines and see the ambition, it is difficult not to be impressed. South Africa is undoubtedly one of the world’s most exciting wine countries. And one of the most beautiful.
The vineyards are located (at least 96%) in the Western Cape, the south-westernmost part of the country. Here, both the sea and the mountains influence wine-growing conditions and produce wines with great variation. There is just as much white wine as red wine. Chenin blanc is the major grape for white wines, and we will try some of the country’s best.
We will travel through the different wine regions and see the changing scenery up close. We meet in Cape Town and then continue down to the south coast and stay in the small town of Hermanus. Here, in the Walker Bay district, chardonnay and pinot noir take on an elegance that feels European.
We then continue to picturesque Franschhoek, a classic wine region in South Africa and from there to the warm Swartland, which feels very different. The growers in Swartland have received significant international attention and are often featured in wine bars around the world. We finish in Stellenbosch with its fine Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinotage, a grape to discover.
During the tour, gastronomic experiences also await. South Africa is today a prominent food country. One of our lunches is at one of the country’s most acclaimed vineyard restaurants, and another offers exciting, local flavours.
When we return after the day’s visit, you will probably enjoy a dip in the pool. February is a wonderful summer month in South Africa. Our hotels maintain very high standards, and all of them have pools, of course.
Come on this fabulous wine tour to South Africa with Britt and Per of BKWine, one of the world’s leading wine tour operators (*).
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More inspiration: You can get an even better feeling for what you will experience on this tour if you visit the latest tour’s own Facebook group. Lots of pictures and videos from the tour. See pictures and videos from South Africa in the latest wine tour’s Facebook group.
Wine Travel at Its Finest
When you travel with BKWine, you travel with true wine authorities: Britt and Per Karlsson. For over 20 years, we have personally created and led hundreds of tours for thousands of wine lovers across Europe, South Africa, South America, and Oceania. We are the authors of 13 award-winning books, recognised by the Swedish Academy of Gastronomy, Gourmand International, and the OIV (International Organisation of Vine and Wine). Our publications are frequently used as core material in both professional and enthusiast wine education.
Our expertise is globally recognised. We have been named “Best Wine Guide” and “Best Wine Tour Operator” by the Wine Travel Awards, and our journeys have been hailed as the “World’s Top Wine Tours” by the world’s leading travel media. Beyond our tours, we write in-depth on wine for BKWine Magazine and are regular contributors to Forbes.com and frequently serve as expert judges in prestigious international wine competitions. We have also acted as speakers and advisors on wine tourism for organisations, regions and nations including the UN (UNWTO), The World Bank, Vinitaly, Ukraine, the Languedoc and others.
Our mission is to provide you with an unparalleled wine and culinary experience. The gastronomy on our tours is legendary. Because we personally design every itinerary and have visited thousands of estates over the decades, we know exactly where to find the most authentic people and the most unique, hidden gems. We don’t always take you to “the big and famous”—that would be too easy. Instead, we focus on unique rencontres: meaningful encounters with people, wine, and food.
We aren’t here to sell you bottles; we are here to provide a profound wine experience and memories that last a lifetime—all while ensuring you have a truly wonderful time. When you choose BKWine, you are travelling with the experts, with Britt and Per, who created the journey, ensuring you receive the very best experience possible.
