Spring brings the Elgin Valley to life, with flowering orchards, crisp air, and soft morning light. Spring wine tastings reveal how the valley’s altitude, gentle coastal breezes, and slow ripening create wines of freshness, balance, and elegance. Each estate presents a unique expression of the season.
Paul Clüver: Heritage and Precision
Paul Clüver Family Wines blends long-standing tradition with modern winemaking precision. The Chardonnay offers bright citrus and delicate oak, while their Pinot Noir shows red fruit depth with subtle spice. Tastings often pair the wines with local trout or artisanal cheeses, highlighting the estate’s seasonal produce and careful craftsmanship.
Oak Valley: Structure and Mineral Depth
Oak Valley focuses on wines that express the region’s mineral-rich soils and cool climate. The Sauvignon Blanc is fresh and herbaceous, while the Pinot Noir offers dark fruit and gentle tannins. Guests enjoy seasonal plates thoughtfully paired to complement the wines’ texture and complexity, creating a relaxed and refined tasting experience.
Iona: Elevation and Clarity
Perched at one of Elgin’s highest points, Iona Estate produces wines with remarkable clarity and vibrancy. The Sauvignon Blanc bursts with lime and herbal notes, while the Chardonnay layers apple and hazelnut flavours. Tastings at the stone farmhouse highlight how altitude and cooling breezes influence balance and elegance in every pour.
Elgin Vintners: Heritage and Expression
Elgin Vintners blends history with expressive winemaking. The Viognier displays delicate peach and honeysuckle, while the Syrah offers layered dark fruit with gentle spice. Garden tastings on the historic homestead allow guests to experience both the estate’s heritage and the distinctive character of the Elgin Valley terroir.
Almenkerk: Innovation and Sustainability
Almenkerk focuses on small-batch wines with personality. Their Chenin Blanc offers fresh citrus and floral notes, and the Pinot Noir shows soft tannins and layered red fruit. Sustainable practices enhance vineyard health and terroir expression. Spring tastings highlight wines that are fresh, vibrant, and closely tied to the season.
Lothian Vineyards: Boutique Serenity
Lothian hosts riverside tastings along the Palmiet River. The Chardonnay and the Viognier showcase elegance, structure, and subtle complexity. The serene setting allows the wines’ freshness and cool-climate character to shine through every sip.
A Season Captured in Every Glass
Throughout the valley, spring wine tastings celebrate the renewal of the season. Crisp mornings, bright fruit, and mineral freshness converge in each estate’s wines, offering a memorable journey through Elgin’s cool-climate vineyards.
