Cape Wine Route
Hemel-en-Aarde wine route & estates
Cool-climate country
A cool-climate valley near Hermanus, Hemel-en-Aarde produces some of South Africa's most celebrated Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
The valley in detail
The Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, set against the mountains near Hermanus, is one of the Cape's coolest wine regions — and one of its most prized. Here, ocean breezes and high rainfall create the perfect conditions for elegant Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The valley is divided into three wards, each with its own microclimate, and is home to estates that have put South African cool-climate wine firmly on the world map. A scenic, unhurried day out, often combined with whale watching in season.
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- Estates mapped
- 8
- Scheduled tours
- 0
- Character
- Cool-climate country
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Hemel-en-Aarde on the map
Explore the Hemel-en-Aarde wine area — tap a pin to preview an estate, then follow the link to its full page. 8 of Hemel-en-Aarde's estates are mapped; the rest are listed alongside.
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Hemel-en-Aarde at a glance
Hemel-en-Aarde wine route FAQ
The questions we hear most about planning a wine tour in Hemel-en-Aarde.
Hemel-en-Aarde has its own character — soils, climate and cellar style — which is why we build routes around regions rather than cramming them all into a day. Tell us what you love (bold reds, crisp whites, scenic picnics) and we'll match the Hemel-en-Aarde estates that do it best.