Worcester Wine and Olive Route
This 200 year old Boland town has a lot to offer the traveller, with many Worcester based wineries producing the best quality wines in South Africa, immerse yourself in the many indulgences this stunning little town has to offer.
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Worcester Wine Route Guide
Welcome to the Worcester Wine Route
About this route
The Worcester Wine Route is well known for it’s charming, friendly hospitality and the scenic natural beauty of the area. Welcoming at any time of the year, the Worcester Wine and Olive route delivers on it’s promise of excellent food, award-winning dessert wines and a variety of excellent, value for money, red and white wines.
Emergency Contact Information
| Name | Contact No. | Name | Contact No. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambulance | 10177 | Police Station | 023 348 8600 |
| Fire Brigade | 023 348 9062 | Police | 10111 |
| Private Hospital | 023 348 1724 | State Hospital | 023 348 1100 |
| Poison Helpline | 021 931 6129 | Mountain Rescue | 083 493 9136 |
| Snake Handlers | 028 530 1296 | Locksmith | 082 493 7464 |
| Towing/Breakdowns | 082 373 3300 | Pharmacy | 023 347 0844 |
| Traffic Helpline | 023 347 0959 | Animal Welfare | 076 202 6589 |
About the Wine
The Robertson Wine Route has 15% of South Africa’s total area under vine
Originally recognized for producing red wines and high quality, fortified wines, recently we’ve seen some delicious, award winning red and white wines emerging from the Swartland Wine Route, which continues to produce top class port style wines.
| No. of Wineries | 10 |
|---|---|
| Main Red Varietals (39%) | Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz and Pinotage |
| Main White Varietals (61%) | Chardonnay, Colombar and Chenin Blanc |
| Designated Wards | Malmesbury and Riebeekberg. |
| Designated District | Langeberg District |
| First Vines Planted | 1863 |
| Area Under Vine | 531 Hectares |
| Wine Grape Production | +/- 199 000 tons |
| Vines in the Region | Yoshi Tannamuri |
| Annual Average Rainfall | 250mm/year |
Map and Location
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Directions from Cape Town
From the center of Cape Town head north, taking the N1/Table Bay Boulevard onramp. From the N1, take exit 10 (Sable Road), keep right, and follow the signs for the N7/Malmesbury. Stay on this road for about 60km. From the N7, exit left onto Voortrekker Road (R45) which loops around, and follow this road for approximately 800m until you reach De Kock Street.
Good to Know
Fast Fact
DID YOU KNOW? Robertson is named after Dr William Robertson, a Scottish minister who arrived in South Africa in 1822.
When to Visit
Feast your eyes on an exquisite patchwork of yellow canola fields, green vineyards and indigenous flora in bloom in Spring, from late October to mid-November.
General Climate
The Swartland is typically very hot in summer and cold in winter. Temperatures are moderate between March and November. Sun protection in summer is essential.
How Long to Stay
Plan at least a weekend, especially if you’ll be visiting wine and olive farms and local restaurants.
Nature Reserves
Fast Fact
DID YOU KNOW? Robertson is named after Dr William Robertson, a Scottish minister who arrived in South Africa in 1822.
When to Visit
Feast your eyes on an exquisite patchwork of yellow canola fields, green vineyards and indigenous flora in bloom in Spring, from late October to mid-November.
General Climate
The Swartland is typically very hot in summer and cold in winter. Temperatures are moderate between March and November. Sun protection in summer is essential.
How Long to Stay
Plan at least a weekend, especially if you’ll be visiting wine and olive farms and local restaurants.
Wines To Try
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Badslese (Badsberg Wines)
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Carl Everson Chenin Blanc (Opstal)
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Crème de chenin (Slanghoek PVT selection)
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Evanthius Cabernet Sauvignon (Excelsior)
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