Wellington

Wellington is one of South Africa’s most important and fastest-growing viticultural regions. It is located in the far South, in the heart of the Cape winegrowing region, some 60 kilometres from Cape Town and the ocean. For more than 100 years, the amicable Mediterranean climate has favoured viticulture on the gentle slopes – but the big break came in the 1940s. Supported by the mountains, diverse soils ranging from granite to limestone continue to provide an environment for vines to produce concentrated aromatic, fresh and elegant wines. The main types of vine include Pinotage and Chenin Blanc. Other vine types such as Shiraz, Cabernet and Viognier are also grown.