Lying on the slopes of the world-famous Chapman’s Peak, and abutting the Table Mountain National Park in Noordhoek, Cape Point Vineyards is set high in a backdrop of flora and fauna with breathtaking vistas of mountains and ocean at every turn. This narrow peninsula was initially discovered in the 15th Century by the Portuguese seafarer, Bartholomew Diaz. In 1752 at least 30 000 vines were registered for excise purposes on the existing Cape Point Vineyards farm. Re-planted in 1996 by owner Sybrand van der Spuy, Cape Point Vineyards has enjoyed award-winning status ever since its maiden vintage. The establishment of the vineyard and the estate’s cellar led to the declaration of the Cape Point Wine of Origin district in 1998.