Visiting Swartland, South Africa – Renegade Winemaker’s Paradise

Friday, Sept. 28 – The next morning the skies above Capetown were overcast and the day was cool. After the breakfast buffet, we boarded the van and drove almost one hour northwest to Swartland, which is known as a warmer viticulture climate and home to some very historic vineyards and “big reds”. Swartland also has a reputation for spawning “renegade winemakers” with a bent towards natural, organic wines and innovative blends and styles. Sadie Family Wines – Tour of Historic South African Vineyards Our first stop was the Sadie Family Vineyards where winemaker Eben greeted us and provided a tour [...]