Day 19 of our virtual tour and we visit the lovely Hemel-en-Aarde (meaning "Heaven and Earth" in Afrikaans) is an area of 15 wineries in the Walker Bay Wine Region that rises from behind the coastal village of Hermanus. Its terroir – clay soil and the cool south-easter that acts as a vortex, cooling down the vineyards with cold air from the Benguela current – imparts a unique flavour to wines, which are often compared with those of Burgundy. Especially Burgundy-style pinot noirs and chardonnays.
Each winery in Hemel-en-Aarde produces small amounts of highly individual, terroir-driven premium wines that carefully express the winemakers’ personalities.
The Hemel-en-Aarde winegrowers is situated on a 20km-long meandering route (the R320) rich with vineyards, wine estates, restaurants and undoubtably one of the most scenic areas in in Hermanus.
Tag 19 unserer virtuellen Tour und wir besuchen das schöne Hemel-en-Aarde (was auf Afrikaans "Himmel und Erde" bedeutet), ein Gebiet mit 15 Weingütern in der Weinregion Walker Bay, das sich hinter dem Küstendorf Hermanus erhebt. Sein Terroir - Lehmboden und der kühle Südosten, der als Wirbel wirkt und die Weinberge mit kalter Luft aus der Benguela-Strömung abkühlt - verleiht Weinen, die oft mit denen Burgunds verglichen werden, einen einzigartigen Geschmack. Besonders Pinot Noirs und Chardonnays im Burgunder-Stil.
Jedes Weingut in Hemel-en-Aarde produziert kleine Mengen von höchst individuellen, terroirgetriebenen Premiumweinen, die die Persönlichkeit der Winzer sorgfältig zum Ausdruck bringen.
Die Winzer von Hemel-en-Aarde liegen an einer 20 km langen Mäanderroute (R320), die reich an Weinbergen, Weingütern, Restaurants und zweifellos einer der landschaftlich schönsten Gegenden in Hermanus ist.
Das Hemel en Aarde-Tal ist die beste Wahl, wenn Sie in Hermanus eine Weinprobe machen möchten. Hier sind die 17 Weingüter in Hermanus, die Ihren Gaumen mit ihren preisgekrönten Weinen begeistern werden!
The Hemel en Aarde Valley is your best option if you are looking to go wine tasting in Hermanus. Here are the 17 wine estates in Hermanus that will delight your palate with their award winning wines!
Wine Tasting In Hermanus…
Hermanuspietersfontein Wingerde
Contact: +27 (0)28 316 1875
Trading hours: Monday to Friday: 09:00 – 17:00 Saturday: 09:00 – 16:00
Address: Hemel en Aarde Wine Village, Hermanus
ShowMe recommends the HPF Nr. 7 Sauvignon Blanc. Ample body. Crisp acidity. Premium cool climate terroir expression. Nature’s Girl.
Whalehaven
Contact: +27 (0)28 316 1633
Trading hours: Monday to Friday 09:00 – 17:00, Saturday and Sunday 10:00 – 15:00
Address: Whalehaven is the first winery on the Hermanus wine route on the R320.
ShowMe recommends the Whale Haven Old Harbour. A Merlot and Pinotage blend, with hints of spice, chocolate and plum. 
Cosy up to the fire and sip this fine wine in the winter time!
Cosy up to the fire and sip this fine wine in the winter time!Southern Right
Contact: +27 (0) 28 312 3595
Trading hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 – 17:00, Saturday 9:00 – 13:00
Address: Along the R320, Hemel en Aarde, Hermanus
ShowMe recommends the Southern Right Pinotage. A smouldering dark red wine with flavours of strawberry and 
chocolate. Enjoy this wine with an assortment of cheeses and biltong, delicious!
chocolate. Enjoy this wine with an assortment of cheeses and biltong, delicious!Hamilton Russell
Contact: +27 (0)28 312 3595
Trading hours: Mondays to Fridays 9:00 – 17:00 and from 9:00 to 13:00 on Saturdays
Address: Along the R320, Hemel en Aarde, Hermanus
ShowMe recommends the Hamilton Russell Vineyards Pinot Noir. 
Their Pinot Noir is not overly fruity but boasts more primal flavours like spice and dark fruit, best served semi chilled and complemented with a roasted tenderloin of beef.
Their Pinot Noir is not overly fruity but boasts more primal flavours like spice and dark fruit, best served semi chilled and complemented with a roasted tenderloin of beef.Ashbourne
Contact: +27 (0)28 312 3595
Trading hours: Tasting by appointment only
Address: Along the R320, Hemel en Aarde, Hermanus
ShowMe recommends the Ashbourne Sauvignon 
Blanc/Chardonnay. Well suited to those who have a classic palate. Perfect in summer along with a fresh green salad.
Blanc/Chardonnay. Well suited to those who have a classic palate. Perfect in summer along with a fresh green salad.Bouchard Finlayson
Contact: +27 (0)28 312 3515
Trading hours: Monday to Friday 09:00 to 17:00, Saturdays 10:00 to 13:00
Address: R320, Hemel en Aarde, Hermanus
ShowMe recommends the Bouchard Finlayson Tete Cuvee 
Galpin Peak Pinot Noir. For serious wine drinkers and lovers of the art of wine making. This Pinot Noir boasts flavours of mulberry, plum and violet. Ageing in the bottle is highly recommended!
Galpin Peak Pinot Noir. For serious wine drinkers and lovers of the art of wine making. This Pinot Noir boasts flavours of mulberry, plum and violet. Ageing in the bottle is highly recommended!La Vierge
Contact: +27 (0)28 313 0130
Trading hours: Monday till Sunday, 09:00 till 17:00
Address: Hemel en Aarde Valley Road, Hermanus
ShowMe recommends the La Vierge Last Temptation Riesling. A luscious, fruity wine. This wine is unique in that you can enjoy it on its own or paired with a spicy Thai curry.Sumaridge
Contact: +27 (0)28 312 1097
Trading hours: Monday till Sunday 10:00 – 15:00
Address: Hemel en Aarde Valley Road, Hermanus
ShowMe recommends the Sumaridge Merlot Rose. Strawberry 
and red forest fruits will tantalize your pallet. Share this beautifully crafted rose amongst friends or with a platter of cold meats and cheese.
and red forest fruits will tantalize your pallet. Share this beautifully crafted rose amongst friends or with a platter of cold meats and cheese.Newton Johnson
Contact: +27 (0)28 312 3862
Trading hours: Monday to Friday 09:00 to 17:00, Saturdays 10:00 to 14:00
Address: Hemel en Aarde Valley Road, Hermanus
ShowMe recommends the Newton Johnson No Oak Chardonnay. A smooth, delicate wine with peach aromas. Team it with lemon butter prawns and you have a match made in heaven!Spookfontein
Contact: +27 (0)28 125 0128
Trading hours: Tasting by appointment only Address: Hemel en Aarde Valley Road, Hermanus
ShowMe recommends the Spookfontein Phantom Bordeaux blend, a rich red wine. Always good with a juicy steak!Ataraxia
Contact: +27 (0)28 212 2007
Trading hours: Monday to Friday 09:00 to 16:00 Saturday 10:00 to 17:00
Address: Hemel en Aarde Valley Road, Hermanus
ShowMe recommends Ataraxia’s Sauvignon Blanc 2013. A 
clear, crisp wine with a hint of minerality. It shows hints of passion fruit and orange to. It is best served chilled with a large platter of sushi!
clear, crisp wine with a hint of minerality. It shows hints of passion fruit and orange to. It is best served chilled with a large platter of sushi!Mount Babylon
Contact: +27 (0) 21 855 2768
Trading hours: Monday to Saturday, between 10:00 and 17:00, Sundays 10:00 till 16:00
Address: Hemel en Aarde Valley Road, Hermanus
ShowMe recommends the Mount Babylon Pioneer Brut Reserve 2007. This Cap Classique is a fresh bubbly with apple and strawberry aromas. There is always time to enjoy a glass of bubbly, no celebration needed. Creation
Contact: +27 (0)28 212 1107
Trading hours: Monday till Saturday, 10:00 – 17:00, Sunday 10:00 – 16:00
Address: Hemel en Aarde Valley Road, Hermanus
ShowMe recommends the Creation Sauvignon Blanc. A tropical wine with a lingering, memorable after taste. Another classic white wine to be accompanied with seafood and crisp salads.
Domain Des Dieux
Contact: +27 (0)28 313 2126
Trading hours: At the vineyards November till February, 
Monday till Sunday, 11:00 – 16:30. Please note that the Domaine Des Dieux collection can be sampled and bought at the La Vierge Wine Estate as well.
Monday till Sunday, 11:00 – 16:30. Please note that the Domaine Des Dieux collection can be sampled and bought at the La Vierge Wine Estate as well.
Address: Hemel en Aarde Valley Road, Hermanus
ShowMe recommends Domain Des Dieux Rose of Sharon MCC. A beautiful bottle of bubbly. Truly a celebration of love. We are “champagne” lovers so no time is better than now to sip on a tasty, cherry and strawberry aroma fuelled wine. Best served with a bowl of delicious strawberries and cream!
Jakob’s Vineyard
Contact: +27 (0)82 371 5686
Trading hours: Open by appointment only
Address: Hemel en Aarde Valley Road, Hermanus
ShowMe recommends Jakobs Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon. A robust, full bodied, red wine for those colder evenings. We think a hearty, char grilled steak will do just the trick with this wine.
Seven Springs Vineyards
Contact: +27(0)82 4877 572
Trading hours: Wine tasting by appointment only.
Address: R320 Hemel en Aarde Valley Road, Hermanus
ShowMe recommends the Seven Springs 2010 Oaked Chardonnay. A lightly honeyed and crisp citrus Chardonnay. This wine is simply delicious, enjoy with a creamy bowl of Alfredo pasta.
Restless River Estate Wines
Contact: +27 (0)28 313 2881
Trading hours: Wine tasting by appointment only.
Address: 25 Hemel-en-Aarde Rd (R320), Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, Hermanus
ShowMe recommends the Restless River Cabernet Sauvignon. A bold, rich fruit flavoured red wine to be paired with a very dark slab of chocolate.
The Hermanus Wine Route is Heaven On Earth!
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