Stellenbosch is one of the areas in South Africa that produces
very good Red, White and Dessert Wines in the world. It is located
on the east of Cape Town and part of the Western Cape region.
Because of its good terrior, it is famous for its wine varieties
and can be compared with other wines from the Old World.
Terroir (French
pronunciation: [tɛʁwaʁ]; Spanish:
terruño, pago) comes
from the word "terre", English "land". It was originally a
French term in
wine, coffee and tea
used to denote the special characteristics that geography bestowed upon particular
varieties.
Some of very good wine estates are:
Muratie Wine Estate
Boschkloof
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Viva Vita!