Durbanville Hills recently introduced an immersive self-guided visitors centre, offering a captivating exploration into the world of winemaking. In essence, this new visitors centre unfolds the journey from the vineyard to the bottle.
Nestled within the maturation cellar, guests embark on a behind-the-scenes odyssey through the winemaking process. Ultimately, you can look forward to gaining profound insights when it comes to the craftsmanship and dedication underlying the creation of the esteemed wines.
Durbanville Hills’ new visitors centre showcases an interactive map that outlines the unique contours of the area, the wine farm’s proximity to the ocean, as well as details about member farms. In fact, the comprehensive overview provides a complete understanding of the cool climate terroir Durbanville Hills is known for. This includes the distinctive characteristics of the region. Various informative displays cover Durbanville Hills’ multiple wine ranges, offering a step-by-step guide to not only the red and white winemaking processes, but also maturation insights. Additionally, the centre also offers valuable tips on proper wine storage at home.
Furthermore, a central pod boasts virtual reality headsets that transport you into the realms of Durbanville Hills’ flagship Tangram range and the Collectors Reserve range, with each bottle named and representing an iconic landmark in Cape Town. A dedicated section also underscores the wine farm‘s steadfast commitment to sustainability, as well as community and environmental support projects.
The visitors centre is open every day and pre-bookings aren’t required. Following the immersive journey, you can indulge in innovative tastings, dine at the internationally acclaimed Tangram Restaurant or relish a casual meal at the Olive Grove. All in all, it’s a complete sensory experience that cannot be missed.
The visitors centre and tasting rooms operate on the following schedule:
MONDAY: 12:00 – 18:00
TUESDAY TO FRIDAY: 10:00 – 18:00
SATURDAYS: 10:00 – 17:00
SUNDAYS: 11:00 – 17:00
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS: 10:00 – 17:00
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