The months of February and March have
great significance in the wine industry, in that it symbolises the celebration
of the harvest. This integral part of the winemaking process is a carefully
curated journey from vineyard to bottle, which requires the focused attention
of the winemaker and their teams. Their days start before the sun rises and
some days ends as the sun sets. These long hours in the hot sun are worth it,
as it allows the winemaker to create the perfect wine, we as consumers get to
sip, sample and savour. It is also the time to truly reflect and value the
journey the grape embarks on.
During this time some of our Franschhoek Vignerons will be celebrating the start of the harvest season with a few bespoke offerings. Make your way to Franschhoek during February as farms in and around the valley will be hosting their own harvest celebrations.
Until mid-April, La Motte will be hosting their Harvest Experience. Enjoy a specially curated vineyard and cellar tour as you get to learn more about the estate’s harvest processes and biologic farming practices, experience the hand-sorting of grapes and other cellar activities, ending off your tour with a tasting of the Pierneef and La Motte collections. Additionally you can also linger a bit longer and try sharing plates from their popular Garden Menu. Read more about the Harvest Experience here
La Motte Harvest Experience
On Saturday, 23 February Grande Provence will be pulling out all the stops for their popular annual Harvest Festival. Pick and stomp your own grapes to the jovial beats of the Kaapse Klopse, followed by a sumptuous harvest feast. This is the perfect day out for the young and old. For more information visit this post.
Amar Mistry, Cassandra Wilson, Kylie Hatton, Kady van der Walt and Amy Scott
Although it is a busy time for the
winemaking team the wine estates are still up and running, ready to welcome
visitors with open arms and eager to share news with you on the harvest
progress. We invite you to explore the beautiful Franschhoek Wine Valley during
the harvest season which is truly magical.
FRANSCHHOEK IS OPEN!
Our Main Road village entrance is now clear, and the majority of our beloved wine estates, restaurants, and shops are flinging their doors open with open arms to welcome you! If you need to get in touch, please email us at office@franschhoek.org.za, or call us on +27(0) 66 224 6360.
Our dedicated disaster management teams are working hard to restore our beautiful valley to its former glory, and the outpouring of support from our community has been nothing short of awe-inspiring!
Please note that The Franschhoek Wine Tram is currently offering an Original Brill Tram Experience, which departs from the Franschhoek Terminal, and visits a group of Franschhoek wine estates, as well their Navy and Orange lines, which depart from the Groot Drakenstein Terminal.
If you’re looking to lend a hand, why not consider making a donation to FRANCO? They’re currently providing assistance to 87 individuals who have been displaced, including 55 adults and 32 children. Your support, big or small, will make a world of difference!
*Please also note that the Franschhoek Pass remains closed until further notice.
