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The Vineyard Year

Every Season Has a Story.

From spring's first green shoots to the excitement of the summer harvest, discover what happens in the Cape Winelands throughout the year — and find the perfect time for your wine country experience.

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Currently in the Vineyards

Currently in the Vineyards

Oktober

Rasches Rebwachstum

Sattgrüne Weinberge

Das Kap-Weinland strotzt vor Leben. Frische grüne Triebe wachsen rasch, die Weinberge werden üppig, und erste Blütenstände bilden sich.

Why visit now? Genießen Sie wunderschöne grüne Weinberge, angenehmes Frühlingswetter und entspannte Verkostungen vor dem sommerlichen Ansturm. Das Weinland zeigt sich besonders frisch und lebendig.

Estates for Every Season

Where to Go, When to Go

Each season brings a different side of the Winelands. These are the estates that shine brightest at each point in the vineyard year — with the reasons why.

Fresh green shoots, wildflowers along the rows and the first warm days. These estates are at their most photogenic in spring.

Babylonstoren
Paarl

Babylonstoren

4.7

The famous gardens burst into spring colour, with fruit blossoms, wildflowers and new vine growth. One of the Cape's most photographed estates in September and October.

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La Motte Wine Estate
Franschhoek

La Motte Wine Estate

4.9

Spring hikes through the Protea trails on the mountain above the estate, fresh green vines and an art gallery perfect for a cool spring morning.

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Uva Mira Mountain Vineyards
Stellenbosch

Uva Mira Mountain Vineyards

4.8

High on the Helderberg slopes — the mountain vineyards wake first in spring, with panoramic views over False Bay and the first bud break visible from the tasting room.

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Almenkerk Wine Estate
Elgin

Almenkerk Wine Estate

4.8

Cool-climate Elgin is the earliest region to green up. Spring picnics among the vines, wildflowers in the vineyard rows and crisp white wines to match the season.

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Month by Month

Explore the Vineyard Year

Every month brings a different experience. Choose a month to discover what's happening in the vineyards, the cellar and the Cape Winelands.

Oktober

Rasches Rebwachstum

Sattgrüne Weinberge

FrühlingNow

Das Kap-Weinland strotzt vor Leben. Frische grüne Triebe wachsen rasch, die Weinberge werden üppig, und erste Blütenstände bilden sich.

In the Vineyards

Die Triebe wachsen rasch. Das Blätterdach entwickelt sich, und die Blätter entfalten sich. Die Winzer richten junge Triebe aus und binden sie an. Blütenstände beginnen sich zu bilden.

In the Cellar

Einige Weiß- und Roséweine werden abgefüllt oder kommen in den Verkauf, während Rotweine weiter reifen.

Typical Weather

Angenehmes, zunehmend warmes Frühlingswetter.

Experiences This Month

Üppige Weinberge, malerische Weintouren, entspannte Verkostungen und Mittagessen auf dem Weingut.

Why visit during Oktober?

Genießen Sie wunderschöne grüne Weinberge, angenehmes Frühlingswetter und entspannte Verkostungen vor dem sommerlichen Ansturm. Das Weinland zeigt sich besonders frisch und lebendig.

These are typical seasonal patterns. Exact timing varies by vineyard, grape variety, location and weather.

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Monthly Guides

Explore All 12 Monthly Guides

Deep-dive into any month of the Cape vineyard year.

The Annual Rhythm

The Vineyard Cycle

The Cape vineyard year turns through four distinct periods, each with its own character and its own reason to visit.

Frühling

September–November

Austrieb, rasches Wachstum und Blüte.

Sommer

Dezember–Februar

Traubenentwicklung, Reifung und frühe Lese.

Herbst

März–Mai

Späte Lese, Laubfall und Vorbereitung auf die Winterruhe.

Winter

Juni–August

Winterruhe, Rebschnitt und Vorbereitung der Weinberge.

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Discover wine tours and experiences that let you enjoy the Cape Winelands throughout the year.

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