Here the first bottle of this alcoholic beverage was created in Cape Town by the country's founder and governor, Jan van Riebeeck in 1659, making the local viticulture quite young. Constantia, Paarl, Stellenbosch, and Worcester are the top wineries surrounding the Cape Town region on the map of the nation.

Here grape kinds for South African wines are referred to as cultivars, with many popular international types obtaining regional synonyms. These different varieties contribute to a unique tasting experience.

The best red varieties among the local types available on the market are a fascinating fusion of Old and New World flavors. This is partly because of the diverse flora in the Western Cape. They can have an earthy, herbal flavor, especially those made with its national grape, Pinotage. It is definitely the best among the various examples that South African wine brands make. So, it can surely be said that the newly democratic country has set the path for remarkable advancement by investing in the wines of South Africa.