The vineyards are situated high up on the slopes of the Witzenberg mountain range overlooking the picturesque Tulbagh valley. The soils are similar to those found in the Rhone Valley in France and the vineyards enjoy a unique micro-climate. A late sunrise is due to the shadow of the mountain. Cool mists occur most nights, which when coupled with warm day time temperatures, create ideal conditions for the production of premium quality wines. 
Edenhof Bin409: Medium bodied blend of four unique cultivars. Taste of a medley of red fruits and spices, soft tannins with a lasting taste.
The 2009 harvest is now safely in the tanks after a strange summer, in fact we didn’t have a normal summer, average temperatures were a good 4 to 5 degrees centigrade cooler. This resulted in a longer ripening period which should be good for this year’s wines and all the early signs indicate this will be so.
A 27 hole Golf Course to be designed by Robert Trent Jones II. There will be 520 freehold housing units, a hotel, spa and wellness center.
The Schalkenbosch label is reserved for classic wines of exceptional quality. The first two wines of this range will be released in this year.
Schalkenbosch Biodiversity highlights: Botanical field work was conducted on the estate in 2005 by the CREW project team, who made the exciting discovery of three rare and endangered bulb species.
Schalkenbosch Estate is situated on the outskirts of Tulbagh, an easy 80 min drive from Cape Town. The estate is a working farm of approx 2500ha. It produces some 600ha of grain, mostly wheat, 20ha of apricots and plums, and 40ha of grapes for the production of wine.
Schalkenbosch wine production
There are three self-catering cottages on Schalkenbosch which are comfortably furnished with DSTV and cosy fireplaces. The kitchens are fully equipped with small stove, microwave, fridge/freezer and all basic cooking utensils. Each cottage has its own private braai/BBQ area for which firewood is supplied. Safe parking is available on the farm outside your cottage. Should [...]
Fruity and refreshing dry wine with flavours of guava and raspberries. Elegantly aromatic bouquet and pleasing finish.
Edenhof Blanc de Blanc, 2006, dry: Elegant white wine with flavour of green peppers, ripe apples and figs. Smooth and refreshing with aromatic, flowery bouquet and pleasing finish.
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