The Beauty of The Breedekloof
Seven reasons to take a trip to the Breedekloof Wine Route or to treat yourself to a Breedekloof wine
The Breedekloof Wine Route is comprised of 22 wineries, which range from small boutiques, to cellars and estates. The Breedekloof also attracts cyclists, fly fishing enthusiasts and gin enthusiasts to Tierkop Farm for Monk’s Gin. The Breedekloof draws prospective brides and grooms to its breathtaking venues, which include structural marvel, Bosjes Wedding Venue, designed by architects, Steyn Studio.
Henri Swiegers, Production Manager at Breedekloof wine cellar, Badsberg said: “wine reminds me of all the things around us that we don’t appreciate every day. Stop and smell the flavours.”
Merwida is another of the celebrated wineries in the Breedekloof. Winemakers, Magnus Kriel, Sarel van Staden and Lieza van der Merwe are responsible for the vinification of 800 hectares under vine, with a selection from 32 different cultivars.
Winemaker, Lieza van der Merwe walks us through seven reasons to explore the beauty of the Breedekloof.