The Wines of South Africa
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Wines
Reds wines outweigh white wines by 2 to 1 in South Africa. Cabernet Sauvignon is the top red wine, but the country also grows a locally created red wine called Pinotage, a cross between the Pinot Noir and Cinsault grapes.
Local Varietals
- Chenin Blanc
- Colombard
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Pinotage
- Pinot Noir
- Cabernet Sauvignon
