A bit of history
In 1657, a giant granite rock glistening in the sun after a rainstorm was seen by Abraham Gabemma while he was searching for additional meat resources for the new Dutch immigrants at the Cape of Good Hope. He named this granite rock, “de Diamondt” and “de Peerlberg”, which translates to “The Diamond” and “Pearl Mountain”.
35 Years after the arrival of Jan Van Riebeeck at the Cape, in 1687, some Dutch settlers were given land for farming on the banks of the Berg River nearby. The perfect conditions for farming such as fertile soil and the Mediterranean-like climate of this region, gave a major advantage for the settlers to plant orchards, vegetables gardens and above all, vineyards, which today produce some of the best red wines in the world.
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Babylonstoren is a historic Cape Dutch farm that boasts one of the best preserved plaaswerwe (farmyards) in the Cape. Beloved for its garden that is laid out over 3,5 magnificent hectares (8 acres), the structure divides into 15 sections that include fruit, berries, bees for pollinating, indigenous plants, fragrant lawns, a prickly pear maze, a clivia tunnel and a plethora of trees of historical and botanical import.
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The Bridge House Mile, proudly sponsored by Standard Bank, now in its 5th year has announced that the event will be hosted on Sunday 4th February 2018 at Val de Vie Estate, Paarl.
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Join Nederburg’s annual ‘Harvest at Dusk’ Festival, taking place at the Paarl winery on Saturday, 17 February 2018, and discover first-hand how the 2018 wine grape harvest is progressing.
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Take a journey to Nederburg this summer for a breathtaking blend of the traditional and the contemporary, just like its wines. Set against the imposing Drakenstein Mountains near Paarl, the winery commands magnificent views and lets you imagine how it was in the beginning when founder, Philippus Wolvaart, arrived in 1791. His fine manor house, built in 1800, overlooks generous lawns and gardens, filled with birdsong and fragrant flowers and shrubs.
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Well, it’s no secret that there is an endless choice of wineries in Paarl who all produce outstanding wine. When it comes to wine tasting, where do you start with a route this long? Leave it to us to round up the best wine tasting in Paarl.
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The annual Bouckaert-Soenen Road Cycling Challenge on Sunday 4 February 2018 will bring thousands of cyclists to Paarl. The races, organised by the Rotary Club of Paarl, are held under the auspices of the Pedal Power Association (PPA) and start at De Poort heritage centre in Pine Street.
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Pearl Valley Hotel by Mantis
The “Stay and Play Special” at Pearl Valley Hotel is valid from 13 November 2017 to 20 December 2017.
Enjoy a hotel room rate of R900/ person sharing when booking a round of golf at Pearl Valley.
This discounted rate is for one night only.
Quote ‘Stay and Play Promo’ when booking. Terms & Conditions Apply.
Reservations at pearlvalleyhotel@mantiscollection.com/ +27 (0) 21 867 8000
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Mellasat Vineyards
Mellasat Vineyards situated just below the Du Toitskloof pass is the perfect off-the-beaten-track spot to enjoy a Cheese & Charcuterie Platter and glass of wine at R149 for two people.
Booking is essential and subject to availability.
Contact +27 (0) 21 862 4525/ tastingroom@mellasat.com
The Cheese & Charcuterie Platter will be available November 2017 – February 2018.
(this offer is not valid on 26th November 2017, 25th December 2017 and 1st January 2018)
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