Lourensford Wine Estate in Somerset West is hosting the Grand Finale of the ABSA Cape Epic.
Surrounded by orchards, farmlands and vineyards, the scenic suburb of Somerset West lies at the foot of the Helderberg Mountains and forms part of the Cape Town region. Originally called Somerset after British Governor Lord Charles Somerset in 1819, “West” was later added so as not to cause confusion with another South African Town, Somerset East.
The beautiful Helderberg Nature Reserve is one of the attractions of the area. While the reserve is famous for its wild proteas and superb bird life, it is also home to small mammals such as the bontebok and duiker. There are numerous walks that showcase the beauty of the reserve, including proteas, birds, fynbos and medicinal plants.
There are numerous wine estates within the Somerset West area which are complemented by views across False Bay. There is also a well-established mall, the Cheetah Outreach Programme and a monkey sanctuary for those looking for a wild life experience.
Lourensford Wine Estate, established in the year 1700 is arguably one of the most beautiful wine estates in the world. Steeped in history and heritage, the estate also boasts an ultra-modern winery utilising technology unique in the Southern Hemisphere. The magnificent soils and diverse microclimates create the ideal terrain for awarding winning wines. Lourensford Wine Estate is fast becoming one of the biggest wine estates in South Africa, with over 300 hectares of vines already planted.
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