Western Cape

Region Name Western Cape
Region Hierarchy
Climate(s) Moderate, Warm
Grape(s)
Color Grape Notes
Red Pinotage Grape Often blended with Cabernet Sauvignon and/or Merlot (aka Cape Blend).
White Chardonnay Grape Often blended with other varieties such as Chenin Blanc.
White Chenin Blanc Grape Most planted grape variety. Often blended with other varieties. Some are from old vines, too.
Wines(s)
Type Color Wine Notes
Still Red Cape Blend Wine A blend of Pinotage, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes.
Still Red Pinotage Wine Medium-to-full body. Red and black fruit flavors.
Still White Chardonnay Wine Mostly high-volume brands.
Still White Chenin Blanc Wine High acidity. Typically dry with flavors of peach, pineapple, and sometimes vanilla from oak chips/staves.
Notes Pinotage widely grown.
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