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Franschhoek offers visitors a wide range of accommodation – from luxury boutique hotels to quaint bed and breakfasts and self-catering establishments. Choose to stay in one of the many establishments located within easy walking distance of the main road, or opt for a more secluded establishment – located on farms in and around the valley – offering you the ultimate winelands experience. Whatever your choice, you will be guaranteed of a blissful night’s rest.

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Franschhoek may be South Africa’s Culinary Capital, but you are bound to want to explore further than our award-winning restaurants and wineries. If the options are simply too many for you to decide, contact one of our local tour operators who have distilled what’s available into itineraries for all tastes. For a wine tasting with a difference take a ride on the Franschhoek Wine Tram. For the more energetic there are numerous walking trails in the surrounding mountains – particularly in the Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve. You can also hire a bicycle and explore on your own, or go wine tasting on horseback. Venture out to Val de Vie for some polo or opt for an exciting game of golf at the breathtaking and award-winning Pearl Valley golf course.

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As with fine food and outstanding wines, so too fine art needs to be savoured in order to be appreciated. Regarded as SA’s premier food and wine destination, Franschhoek has added art destination to its résumé.

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Sample the Valley’s finest artisanal and fresh produce on the Franschhoek Artisan Route. The Franschhoek Artisan Route affords visitors the opportunity to treat their taste buds to some of the finest olives, cheeses, charcuterie, artisanal breads, chocolates or craft beer Franschhoek has to offer.

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Franschhoek also boasts many business services that you’d not expect to find in a village such as ours. Graphic designers, photographers, printers, business consultants, estate agents, architects, attorneys and many more are all to be found in our dynamic village.

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Franschhoek boasts some of South Africa’s ‘Top 100’ restaurants and has become known as the country’s Culinary Capital, providing visitors with a memorable dining experience. Leading chefs create everything from cutting-edge cuisine to stylish light meals, using only the freshest local produce paired with superb local wines. Franschhoek is also a member of The Délice Network of Good Food Cities of the World. Délice is an international network of likeminded cities engaged in promoting the benefits of culinary excellence and good food. Franschhoek was granted membership to this prestigious network in October 2014, and is the only member in the Southern Hemisphere.

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A short wander down the main road in Franschhoek uncovers world-class shops and boutiques for an intimate and relaxed shopping experience. There is truly something for everyone. Whether you are looking for wine, jewellery, designer clothing, artworks, a special gift, collectable books or chocolate you’ll find the best of these and much more along our main street. Many of our wine estates also have superb deli’s serving the best in terms of freshly baked breads, olive and olive oils, charcuterie and much more.

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Franschhoek has been the ideal wedding setting for as long as we care to remember. Anyone who has ever been married here will tell you that the beautiful and serene Franschhoek Valley is the perfect place to start off your life long journey together. The romantic scenery adds to a wedding’s ambiance and ensures that your never to be forgotten day is just that more special. With numerous venues to choose from you’re bound to find something that is everything you ever dreamt of and more.

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Franschhoek is the epitome of relaxation and is home to a host of premium quality and serene wellness centres, spa’s, health shops and beauty parlours. Restore a healthy balance of the mind, body and spirit whilst being rejuvenated in our breathtaking valley.

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As you make your way into Franschhoek you will notice that most of the farms still bear their original French names, some complete with a spectacular Cape Dutch homestead, towering oaks and rolling vineyards. You will find an array of cellars, ranging from quaint boutique wineries that cater for those in search of something unique, to the large cellars that offer visitors organised tours and tastings. The fertile Franschhoek Wine Valley is home to some of South Africa’s noble cultivars and classic styles. These range from superb whites such as Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Semillon and Chenin Blanc, to the full-bodied reds of Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Pinot Noir and Merlot. The area also produces some of the country’s extraordinary Méthode Cap Classiques, which can all be enjoyed during a trip along the Franschhoek MCC Route.

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Tag Archive: Michelangelo Wine Awards

1. Franschhoek Vignerons Deliver A Stellar Performance At Leading Industry Awards

   October 17, 2019 2:06 pm Leave a Comment

   With the wine industry awards in full swing Franschhoek’s Vignerons delivered a stellar performance at both the Michelangelo International Wine Awards and Veritas Awards, which took place a week apart from each.

   

   Franschhoek Wine Valley, South Africa

   Since its inception the Michelangelo International Wine Awards, which took place on 4 October, has differentiated itself from other competitions in using a judging panel comprising a majority of international wine and spirits experts. For this year’s judging, 30 judges representing 22 countries were called upon to score the more than 2 000 entries received. At this year’s awards six Double Gold and 25 Gold medals, respectively, were awarded to Franschhoek producers.

   The deserving winners were the following:

   Double Gold
   Allée Bleue Sauvignon Blanc 2019
   Black Elephant Vintners Two Dogs, a Peacock and a Horse Sauvignon Blanc 2019
   Holden Manz Avant Garde Chardonnay 201
   Holden Manz Chardonnay Reserve 2017
   La Motte Sauvignon Blanc 2019
   Old Road Wine Company Juliette Sauvignon Blanc 2018
   Plaisir De Merle Cabernet Sauvignon 2015

   Gold
   Allée Bleue Shiraz 2017
   Allée Bleue Chenin Blanc 2018
   Babylonstoren Shiraz 2017
   Babylonstoren Chardonnay 2018
   Babylonstoren Sprankel 2014
   Black Elephant Vintners The Back Roads “Petite Sirah” 2017
   Black Elephant Vintners The Honey Thief
   Dieu Donné Cabernet Sauvignon 2017
   Dieu Donné Methode Cap Classique Blanc de Blanc 2017
   Dieu Donné Merlot 2017
   Franschhoek Cellar Sauvignon Blanc 2019
   GlenWood Vineyards Grand Duc Semillon/ Sauvignon Blanc 2016
   Grande Provence Sauvignon Blanc 2018
   Grande Provence Chardonnay 2018
   Grande Provence Shiraz 2017
   La Bri Syrah 2016
   La Motte Cabernet Sauvignon 2017
   Leopard`s Leap Semi Sweet 2019
   Leopards Leap Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
   Plaisir De Merle Shiraz 2016
   Plaisir De Merle Chardonnay 2018
   Old Road Wine Company Pardonnez – Moi Cinsaut 2019
   Old Road Wine Company 12 Mile Syrah 2017
   Old Road Wine Company The Fat Man Pinotage 2018
   Rickety Bridge Chardonnay 2018

   At the recent Veritas Awards Boschendal was awarded a Double Gold for its Appellation Series Elgin Chardonnay 2016. Babylonstoren (Chardonnay 2018 and Shiraz 2017) and La Couronne (Malbec 2016) were each awarded Gold for their respective wines. Regarded as SA’s premier wine competition, the 2019 Veritas Awards, which took place on 11 October, awarded 1 411 medals in total this year, of which 76 were Double Gold and 198 Gold. The judging panel comprised five international and 95 local specialists, who spent a gruelling five days judging the wines by means of a blind tasting session.

2. 2013 Michelangelo Wine Awards

   September 16, 2013 12:56 pm Leave a Comment

   Congratulations to the following Vignerons de Franschhoek members that received awards in the 2013 Michelangelo Wine Awards!

   TM MERCUREY BEST BORDEAUX STYLE RED BLEND

   • Grande Provence: The Grande Provence 2009

   GRAN D’OR

   • Grande Provence: Grande Provence Red Blend 2009
   • La Petite Ferme: La Petite Ferme Merlot 2012
   • Noble Hill Wine Estate: Bloem Syrah, Mourvédre 2012
   • Rickety Bridge Winery: Paulina’s Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2012

   GOLD

   • Akkerdal Wine Estate: Akkerdal Wild Boar Petit Verdot 2010
   • Allee Bleue: Allee Bleue Brut Rosé 2011
   • Babylonstoren: Babylonstoren Shiraz 2011
   • Bellingham Wines: The Bernard Series Hand-picked Viognier 2012
   • Boschendal Wines: Boschendal 1685 Chardonnay 2011
   • Boschendal Wines: Boschendal Grand Cuvee Brut 2009
   • Boschendal Wines: Boschendal Cecil John Reserve Shiraz 2010
   • Boschendal Wines: Saint Augustine 2012
   • Boschendal Wines: Boschendal Elgin Sauvignon Blanc 2012
   • Dieu Donné Vineyards: Dieu Donné Cabernet Sauvignon 2010
   • Grande Provence: Grande Provence Cabernet Sauvignon 2010
   • Grande Provence: Grande Provence Pinot Noir 2012
   • Môreson: Môreson Mercator Premium Chardonnay 2012
   • Môreson: Môreson Premium Chardonnay 2011
   • Môreson: Môreson Solitaire Chardonnay NV
   • Môreson: Môreson Knoputibak 2012
   • Solms-Delta: Solms-Delta Amalie 2012
   • Solms-Delta: Solms-Delta Koloni 2012
   • Vrede en Lust: Vrede en Lust Viognier 2012
   • Vrede en Lust: Vrede en Lust Chenin Blanc 2012

   SILVER

   • Allee Bleue: Allee Bleue Chenin Blanc 2012
   • Allee Bleue: Allee Bleue Starlette Blanc 2013
   • Allee Bleue: Allee Bleue Starlette Pinotage 2012
   • Allee Bleue: Allee Bleue Brut 2010
   • Boschendal Wines: Boschendal 1685 Shiraz 2011
   • Boschendal Wines: Boschendal Chenin Blanc 2012
   • Boschendal Wines: Boschendal Le Grand Pavillon Brut Rosê NV
   • Boschendal Wines: Boschendal Elgin Pinot Noir 2012
   • Boschendal Wines: Boschendal Merlot 2012
   • Boschendal Wines: Boschendal Chardonnay 2011
   • Dieu Donné Vineyards: Dieu Donné Shiraz 2009
   • Dieu Donné Vineyards: Dieu Donné MCC 2010
   • Dieu Donné Vineyards: Dieu Donné Merlot 2010
   • Glenwood: Glenwood Chardonnay 2012
   • La Bri: La Bri Chardonnay 2012
   • La Bri: La Bri Syrah 2010
   • La Motte: La Motte MCC 2010
   • La Petite Ferme: La Petite Ferme Sauvignon Blanc 2013
   • Noble Hill Wine Estate: Noble Hill Chardonnay 2012
   • Noble Hill Wine Estate: Noble Hill Merlot 2010
   • Noble Hill Wine Estate: Noble Hill Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot 2010
   • Solms-Delta: Solms-Delta Africana 2011