Take a gorgeous drive through Francschoek and admire the breathtaking scenery down the wine route . Stop at Boekenhoustkloof Winery , named after a Cape Beech Tree . Sip on hand-crafted wines that you will absolutely love . Wander through the gorgeous estate of Boschendal , one of the oldest farms in South Africa and enjoy a picnic and a bottle of Chardonnay as you enjoy the sights of this farm destination . A day in Francschoek will leave you rejuvenated , relaxed and in complete appreciation of the land . Taste and visit at Meerlust , a winery stayed at by Princess Diana and adored by many celebrities . The wines are simply amazing . Interested in becoming a winemaker ? Drive the Hermanus Wine Route for blue water whale watching and heavenly wine sipping . Stay at the Harbour House Hotel , take a stroll along the ocean , and spend the day touring wine country . This is the area for Pinot and Chardonnay lovers , as its cooler climate gives way to beautiful wines that are well balanced and perfect with the local fare . The beloved Hamilton Russell Vineyards invited us to taste inside their impressive barrel cellar ( dynamite wines and they ’ re even all sold out ). This special region , Hemel-en-Aarde , is aptly named and really looks and feels like heaven on earth . The clay contents of some of these soils mimic those in Burgundy , France ( what most sommeliers and winemakers all over the world call best practice for Pinot Noir ). The Pinot Noir and Chardonnay here are simply divine . Drive through the gorgeous Valley , Upper Valley and Ridge and enjoy the day sipping and savouring the sights . This could possibly be one of the world ’ s most hidden gems . Visit and taste ( and buy !) at La Vierge and Newton Johnson in this premium wine-growing region and plan a gorgeous sunset dinner at Creation Winery to be whisked away by culinary excellence and wine that will woo you for life . I have memories that will forever be engrained in my mind . The natural beauty , the feeling , the sun , the wines and the food pulled at my heartstrings . A culinary and wine trip would not be complete without a memorable visit to Cape Town . If you only have one night , do it right . Head for an
afternoon tasting at Dorrance Urban Winery ( I am in LOVE with Urban Wineries theses days ) and book reservations at Bouchon Bistro for dinner . Enjoy a custom Gin martini for your cocktail , and if it ’ s a large party , dine in their gorgeous barrel cellar . This place truly blew me away . It is a must visit restaurant that beyond impressed me with their culinary excellence , perfect ambience and brilliant design . I simply can ’ t wait to go back again . Stay at the Strand Towers Hotel and enjoy a piano player , sparkling wine and morning swim with your breakfast buffet . Spend a couple days driving through the Cape and visiting more wineries . I highly recommend a travel advisor or guide to see the most and the best of the South Africa Winelands , and Go Cape transport were the perfect partners . Drive to Boulders Beach to see the African penguins then relax for an afternoon at Cape Point vineyards . Enjoy lunch overlooking the Cape waters sipping on Sauvignon Blanc — if you ’ re like me , with the million dollar view , you ’ ll never want to leave .