79 of 800 - Stellenbosch Hills, Stellenbosch

Bacon, Biltong and wine! It's wine farm 79 of 800 - Stellenbosch Hills in the Stellenbosch Wine Route.They produce an average of 8000 tons per annum in a wide variety of cultivars such as Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, Pinotage, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Shiraz. Other cultivars include Petit Verdot, Mourvedre, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir, Viognier, Semillon and Chardonnay.BOOKINGS: Book your wine tasting in advance to avoid dissappointment. To reserve your tasting, call +27 (0)21 881 3828 or email them at info@stellenbosch-hills.co.zaWINE TASTING: There are two tastings available. The very popular Biltong and wine pairing (which includes bacon during Dec & Jan for R65) as well as the normal tasting of 5 wines for R15. Excellent value for money!WHEN TO GO:  Anytime. The tasting room is in an old concrete wine vat which is cool in the summer and warm in the winter (fire place available.)TIME OF VISIT: This visit should not take you longer than 1 hour.SERVICE: Very friendly and efficient!RESTAURANT: No.OTHER AMENITIES: No.ACCOMMODATION: No.CHILD/PET FRIENDLY? Not recommended.LARGER OR SMALL GROUPS? Best for 2 – 4 people. There is also a private tasting available for larger groups.LOCATION: About a 30 minute drive from Cape Town in Stellenbosch. Stellenbosch Hills Wine Farm Directions. OTHER RATINGS: Learn what others have rated on Trip Advisor by reading the Stellenbosch Hills Trip Advisor Review Page.

Here’s my experience:

Bacon biltong

My favourite pairing was the Kudu droewors paired with the Cabernet Sauvignon.  Stellenbosch Hills also has a sparkling wine range (Pinot Noir Rosé and Sauvignon Blanc) as well as a sweet Muscat to tickle the senses. 

Again, bookings are strongly advised – especially for the short-run bacon addition. A tasting session runs for some 45 minutes – a steal at R65 per person.Book immediately by sending an email to info@stellenbosch-hills.co.za or call 021 881 3828.For more information about Stellenbosch Hills and its wines, visit www.stellenbosch-hills.co.za.Share your #StellenboschHills Biltong & Wine tasting moments on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/StellenboschHills/), Twitter @STBHills and Instagram @stellenbosch_hills. So which farm will be next?:)