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In Vino Veritas: Exploring The Cape Winelands’ Long History

In Vino Veritas: Exploring The Cape Winelands’ Long History

Cape winelands

“Today, praise be to God, wine was pressed for the first time from Cape grapes.”

Those were the words scribbled in the diary of Jan van Riebeeck, the first Dutch commander of the Cape of Good Hope. It was Feb. 2, 1659. South Africa may still be referred to as one of the “New World” wine producers, but there is a long history of wine making in the Western Cape province. With some of the most scenic vineyards on the planet just a short drive from Cape Town’s city center, it’s no surprise that most visitors to the Mother City spend at least a day – often longer – exploring the magnificent winelands.

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