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A few things you might not know about Paarl…
Posted by Abongile Tyenjana on 01 July 2025 8:40 AM CAT
– The name “Paarl” comes from the giant granite rock that glints like a pearl after rain.
– The world’s youngest language, Afrikaans, has its official monument on Paarl Mountain.
– The Berg River isn't just a view – it’s actually central to the region’s farming and winegrowing.
– KWV, South Africa’s first branded wine cellar, was founded in Paarl back in 1918.
– Nederburg’s legendary Edelkeur dessert wine is still only available at the annual auction it helped inspire.
– Paarl has quietly led the way with South African wine firsts: the first Viognier bottling, the first Bordeaux blend, the first Nouvelle, the first white Pinotage, and the first Tempranillo-Tannat-Tinta Amarella blend.
There's always more to discover – and it starts right here.
