Most guests tell me that they wished they'd booked a few extra days in Franschhoek, once they arrive. There is so much to do and see which they were not aware of and thought a one day wine stop was all it would be. That is not so! Check out this list of fabulous places to visit, things to do and stuff to experience which will keep you coming back for more in years to come.
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Greetings fellow oenophiles.
One would assume you are visiting or intend visiting Franschhoek to sample and enjoy some of the wonderful wines its wine farms have to offer. And you would be spot on in doing so!
With over 50 wine farms to choose from and many many more in the surrounding areas (including Stellenbosch, Paarl, Wellington etc), you are indeed spoilt for choice.
Our valley produces a huge variety of wines from a vast array of cultivars and we love blending in the traditional sense, such as my favourite Bordeaux-style blends, but we also have some unique blends like La Bourgogne’s Red, Malbec and Syrah blend. Very unusual and delicious.
During the year we showcase our wines as much as possible with quite a few festivals, some of which you may have heard of or even attended at one time or another.
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