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The Most Spectacular Wine Estate Gardens in South Africa’s Winelands

The Most Spectacular Wine Estate Gardens in South Africa’s Winelands

Spring and Summer in South Africa is the ultimate time to hit the road in search of gorgeous gardens. From the natural splendour of the Namaqualand wild flowers, to perfectly manicured wine estates, and the national treasures of botanical gardens in between.

Our wine routes and valleys play host to a vast variety of gardens that can be experienced in many different ways. So, put on your comfy shoes, pack your snacks, sun-hat and camera and pick and choose from the list below.

La Cité du Vin: Bordeaux’s Iconic Wine Journey

La Cité du Vin: Bordeaux’s Iconic Wine Journey

The opening of The Cité du Vin in 2016 was a turning point for Bordeaux. This unique cultural and viticultural space on the banks of the Garonne river is part of Bordeaux’s reinvention as a wine tourism destination. A trend already in place in the vineyards, now embracing and embraced by the city. It was also a turning point for the waterfront of Bordeaux.

Inspired wine tourism within an urban winery

Inspired wine tourism within an urban winery

In a ‘cellar door without a vineyard’, nestled in the heart of Havelock North village, visitors gain a meaningful connection to the Great Wine Capital of Hawke’s Bay on a number of levels thanks to the carefully considered innovative wine tourism experiences on offer at Smith & Sheth.