Delaire Graff Wines
History of Delaire Graff
The history of Delaire Graff dates back to 1688 when the French Huguenots arrived in The Cape, where they accepted an offer of land from The Dutch East India Company'. Trekking over the treacherous mountain pass of Helshoogte into Banhoek, the birth of Franschhoek came about; Franshhoek simply meaning “Corner of France”. The French Settlers brought with them a sound knowledge of viticulture and the art of wine making.
Delaire Graff Estate is stretched on the slopes of the mountain that runs down from the peak spilling onto the farm Botmaskop. The peak of the Helshoogte Pass was the lookout point for ships entering the harbour of Cape Town, where a signal was sent for produce to be sent to the harbour, on the arrival of ships. The lookout was named "Botmans Kop" or "Boatman's head”.
Delaire Graff Estate is ideally positioned at the crest of the Helshoogte Mountain Pass with panoramic and sweeping views of the awe-inspiring Banhoek Valley, flanked by the Simonsberg and Groot Drakenstein Mountains.
The farm was bought by John Platter in 1982, changing the then name of Avontuur to Delaire Estate which means “From the Sky”, and thereafter Laurence Graff bought the farm in 1987.
Current Activities at Delaire Graff:
One of the most advanced wine cellars in the Southern Hemisphere has been installed, with all the latest techniques and technology being incorporated, ensuring that world-class standards are constantly maintained.
Of particular interest is the stunning wine lounge which plays an important part in the tasting of the fine wines that are produced.
Delaire Graff Estate Hotel and Spa offers five star world-class accommodation to the discerning traveller. Enjoy fine dining at the Graff Restaurant where even the fussiest palate will not be disappointed.
Here are a couple of fine wines that are on offer at Delaire Graff:
-Delaire Sauvignon Blanc 2010; a classical blend from 3 premium areas.
-Delaire Chardonnay 2010, with promises of a long and lingering finish.
-Delaire Coastal Cuvee Sauvignon Blanc.
-Delaire Botmanskop 2008.
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Delaire Rosé Cabernet Franc 2010.
Delaire Mourvèdre/Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé 2009; this wine has a wonderfully unique pink rose colour, with onion skin tints, and hints of strawberry and marshmallow.
If Delaire Graff is your wine of choice, you have certainly chosen well. Should you be intrigued and would love to find out more about Delaire Graff and the excellent wines produced on this magnificent estate, you will not be disappointed.
