How many wineries are in Constantia?
10 wine estates
The Constantia Valley wine route is regarded as one of the most spectacular wine experiences in the world courtesy of breathtaking landscapes, unrivalled heritage and 10 wine estates ranging from traditional homesteads to new stylish boutique wineries.
Where is wine country in Chile?
Situated about 45 minutes west of Santiago, the Casablanca Valley is Chile’s preeminent cool-climate wine region. It’s here where you can literally breathe in the smells of Sauvignon Blanc and the Pacific Ocean. Another 30 minutes westward from Casablanca and you’re in Valparaíso, historically Chile’s main port city.
What is the longest wine route in the world called?
Route 62
South Africa is home to the world’s longest wine route.
Which was the first wine route in South Africa?
Stellenbosch
In 1971, Stellenbosch became the first wine region in South Africa to establish a wine route as an organised network of wineries for visitors.
What does Constantia mean?
firmness, steadiness, constancy, perseverance.
Who owns buitenverwachting?
Lars Maack
Lars Maack, 46, is the owner of this 370-acre property, which has an ample 260 acres of vines.
Where does Route 62 begin and end?
U.S. Route 62 or U.S. Highway 62 (US 62) runs from the Mexican border at El Paso, Texas, to Niagara Falls, New York, near the Canadian border.
How many wine routes are there in South Africa?
There are currently 17 ‘official’ South African wine routes constituted by geographical wine-growing location, as well as several special interest wine routes such as the Cape 62 wine route, believed to be the longest in the world, and the Green Mountain Eco route – the world’s first biodiverse wine route.
What is the Constantia Wine Route?
WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THE CONSTANTIA WINE ROUTE? Simon Van der Stel founded Constantia’s first wine farm, Groot Constantia in 1685. Constantia is a rich and diverse destination of it’s own within Cape Town, with wine farms, restaurants & many other attractions to look forward to on a short or long visit!
Which is the best wine farm in the Constantia Valley?
The Best Wine Farms in the Constantia Valley Wine Route 1 Beau Constantia. Beau Constantia wine farm is a boutique estate that offers sweeping views of the valley. 2 Constantia Glen. 3 Groot Constantia. 4 Eagles’ Nest. 5 Silvermist Organic Wine Estate. 6 Buitenverwachting. 7 Constantia Uitsig. 8 Klein Constantia.
What kind of wine does Beau Constantia produce?
The farm cultivates wine varieties such as Viognier, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Shiraz and Petit Verdot. A haven for foodies, Beau Constantia is home to one of South Africa’s top fine dining restaurants, Chefs Warehouse.
What makes Constantia Nek vineyard so special?
Located on the north-facing slope of Constantia Nek, this unique vantage point exposes the vineyard to cool ocean winds which produce a small number of high-quality grapes. The farm cultivates wine varieties such as Viognier, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Shiraz and Petit Verdot.