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Where is Franschhoek wine from?
Franschhoek is a red wine, also made in white, from Franschhoek, in Coastal Region, Western Cape, South Africa. It is a Wine of Origin wine made mainly from Cabernet Sauvignon, Sémillon and Chardonnay.
Franschhoek at a glance
| Classification | Wine of Origin |
|---|---|
| Appellation | Franschhoek |
| Style | Red wine, White wine |
| Grapes | Cabernet Sauvignon, Sémillon, Chardonnay |
| Village or town | Franschhoek |
| Subregion | Coastal Region |
| Region | Western Cape |
| Country | South Africa |
| Coordinates | -33.9167, 19.1333 |
Franschhoek
Franschhoek, Western Cape, South Africa
Wine of Origin
"French corner" of the Cape
- Appellation
- Franschhoek
- Grapes
- Cabernet Sauvignon, Sémillon, Chardonnay
Franschhoek, Dutch for "French corner", was settled by French Huguenot refugees from 1688. The valley is ringed by mountains east of Stellenbosch and Paarl. Many farms still carry French names such as La Motte and Chamonix.
Producers to know
- Boekenhoutskloof
- La Motte
- Chamonix
- Haute Cabrière
Franschhoek: questions and answers
Where is Franschhoek wine from?
Franschhoek is a red wine, also made in white, from Franschhoek, in Coastal Region, Western Cape, South Africa. It is a Wine of Origin wine made mainly from Cabernet Sauvignon, Sémillon and Chardonnay.
Which country is Franschhoek from?
Franschhoek is from South Africa, in the Western Cape wine region.
What grape is Franschhoek made from?
Franschhoek is made mainly from Cabernet Sauvignon, Sémillon and Chardonnay.
Is Franschhoek a red or a white wine?
Both. Franschhoek is made as a red and as a white wine; the red is the main style.
Who are the best producers of Franschhoek?
Producers to know include Boekenhoutskloof, La Motte, Chamonix and Haute Cabrière.
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Sources: en.wikipedia.org
Last reviewed October 2026.