++We are giving away 5 copies of this comprehensive guide to CapeTownMagazine.com readers. To enter: simply send us your contact details, as well as a list of your 5 favourite Cape wine estates+++

Individual wine region pockets highlight a specific terroir unit along with local wine styles, providing an overview of the unique qualities of each wine-producing area.  

The book includes profiles on 100+ wineries, the SA Brandy route and Garagiste wines. There is an overview of the local wine styles and grape varietals, practical South African wine tasting, starting and investing in a cellar and buying and collecting South African wines.

Detailed regional, as well as one-day Pocket driving maps, make The Essential Guide to South African Wines - Terroir and Travel easy to use for both local and international wine enthusiasts.

Maps include Global Positioning System (GPS) coordinates to all featured wineries. Every Pocket takes you on a meaningful journey, discovering the terroir, viticulture, winemaking techniques and the flagship wines of some of the top producers.
The wine tasting chapter demystifies the language of wine, while the investment chapter touches on ownership for wine production and suggests a list of South African wines for collection.

This up-to-date, informative reference work provides vital local knowledge on the practicalities of visiting South Africa's Winelands. Over 300 commissioned photographs and full-colour illustrations will entice you to drive out and visit these places of great wine. Its main key words are: 

TERROIR
The combination of climate, landscape and soil that forms the unique character of the top vineyards 

TRAVEL
Detailed photographs and comprehensive maps, including GPS waypoints, help you to discover over 20 Wine Pockets 

WINE STYLES
How to appreciate and enjoy the various grape varieties and wine styles as described in this guide. 

AT A GLANCE
Key information on major producers helps you choose your favourites from the featured flagship wines.

Also read about our monthly accommodation specials for Cape Town and The Winelands, and download our handy Google Earth 'Wine Estates' Map, featuring all the wineries in this guide."