Cape Outback MTB Race

Inspired by the maps of the 15th Century mariners, which have every coastal nuance described and labeled, a group of friends (all enthusiastic wine lovers) decided they were going to embark on an adventure of their own - to make their own wine. Using these ancient maps they sought out a location to plant their vineyards based on their proximity to the sea.

In July 2001 they found it - a somewhat rundown sheep/wheat farm of about 800ha a few kilometers from the tip of Africa. The adventure of planting and nurturing their own vineyards began. Just four years later the farm has 67ha under vines, a modern winery and has achieved exactly what these modern day adventurers set out to do - they produced their first three vintages of distinctive wines - a First Sighting Sauvignon Blanc, a First Sighting Pinot Noir, a First Sighting Shiraz as well as a Strandveld Sauvignon Blanc, Strandveld Shiraz and a Strandveld Adamastor.

http://www.strandveld.co.za/