The newly launched BFAP Baseline 2025 report, an agricultural outlook for 2025-2034, highlights challenges and opportunities for South Africa’s wine sector over the next decade. While production volumes are expected to stabilise below historical levels, the report shows a clear path for growth – as long as the industry focuses on value over volume, market diversification, climate adaptation, and building an inclusive and skilled workforce.
South Africa Wine CEO, Rico Basson, says the findings underline the industry’s resilience and adaptability. “We have weathered years of climate pressure, market shifts, COVID-19 alcohol bans and logistical challenges, yet our producers have continued…
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Fun South African Fact: South Africa’s drinking water is rated 3rd best in the world for being “safe and ready to drink”.
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Fun South African Fact: South Africa is home to the world’s longest wine route: Route 62. It spans an impressive 850 kilometres and the excellent wineries along the way are a must-visit for lovers of fine wine! You can even enjoy the winelands on a day trip from Cape Town. Travel 40-min to an hour outside of the city centre to enjoy decadent wine tastings and even wander through some of the beautiful wine farms and estates! Suburbs like Durbanville and Constantia are even closer to the city centre and are also home to many exceptional wineries.