The iconic Stellenbosch Harvest Parade will return to the streets of the country's wine capital on Saturday, 1 February, with the tradition bringing together the vibrant community of Stellenbosch to celebrate the start of the grape harvest season, reports Cape {town} Etc.
The iconic Stellenbosch Harvest Parade will return to the streets of the country’s wine capital on Saturday, 1 February, with the tradition bringing together the vibrant community of Stellenbosch to celebrate the start of the grape harvest season, reportshas been a feature of Stellenbosch life on and off for almost half a century, having consistently running in the current format since in 2013.
‘The Harvest Parade is one of the most beautiful expressions of our wine culture and community spirit,’ said Elmarie Rabe, Stellenbosch Wine Routes manager. Furthermore, the Harvest Parade coincides with another significant date for South African agriculture, namely the official birthday of the wine industry.the first wine was produced in the Cape, marking the beginning of a rich viticultural legacy that continues to flourish today.
‘The current conditions and producer resilience suggest a high-quality harvest across key cultivars,’ the SAWIS said. ‘As a result, we’re looking at a larger harvest compared to last year. In 2024, we saw a 20–30% drop in yield, so this year’s harvest marks a return to more normal levels,’ Strydom added.
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