Coastal Areas 

Our vineyards in these areas are concentrated in the Tygerberg region, some overlooking Table Bay.  Deep soils, cooling sea breezes and night time mists are the most important beneficial factors.  Our vineyards, covering the soft curves of the Tygerberg Hills mainly at higher altitudes, come under the influence of both the cooling Benguela current off the Atlantic to the West and, to a lesser degree, the breezes of False Bay to the South-East.  These are ideal conditions for a precise, cool climate Sauvignon Blanc planted against the higher slopes and for Merlot, planted in the more protected valleys where there is a deep, fertile soil. Warmer slopes allow for a Cabernet Sauvignon of great distinction and concentration.