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Where is Paarl wine from?
Paarl is a red wine, also made in white, from Paarl, in Coastal Region, Western Cape, South Africa. It is a Wine of Origin wine made mainly from Shiraz, Chenin Blanc and Pinotage.
Paarl at a glance
| Classification | Wine of Origin |
|---|---|
| Appellation | Paarl |
| Style | Red wine, White wine |
| Grapes | Shiraz, Chenin Blanc, Pinotage |
| Village or town | Paarl |
| Subregion | Coastal Region |
| Region | Western Cape |
| Country | South Africa |
| Coordinates | -33.7242, 18.9558 |
Paarl
Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa
Wine of Origin
Named after its pearl-like granite rock
- Appellation
- Paarl
- Grapes
- Shiraz, Chenin Blanc, Pinotage
Paarl takes its name from the large granite rock above the town, which looks like a pearl after rain. The winegrowers' cooperative KWV has its headquarters here, and the Nederburg Auction was held in Paarl for decades.
Producers to know
- Nederburg
- KWV
- Fairview
- Glen Carlou
Paarl: questions and answers
Where is Paarl wine from?
Paarl is a red wine, also made in white, from Paarl, in Coastal Region, Western Cape, South Africa. It is a Wine of Origin wine made mainly from Shiraz, Chenin Blanc and Pinotage.
Which country is Paarl from?
Paarl is from South Africa, in the Western Cape wine region.
What grape is Paarl made from?
Paarl is made mainly from Shiraz, Chenin Blanc and Pinotage.
Is Paarl a red or a white wine?
Both. Paarl is made as a red and as a white wine; the red is the main style.
Who are the best producers of Paarl?
Producers to know include Nederburg, KWV, Fairview and Glen Carlou.
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Last reviewed October 2026.