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ALLÉE BLEUE WINE ESTATE

DESTINATION EXPERIENCE LIFESTYLE MAIN FEATURES

A TRUE COUNTRY LIFESTYLE OFFERING

Situated in the picturesque Franschhoek Valley, the historic Allée Bleue is so much more than just a wine estate.

Most renowned for its glamorous weddings, high quality wines and memorable dining experience, the venue was named after the avenue of majestic blue gums that marks its entrance. Over the years it has come to showcase the best of the relaxed lifestyle of the Cape Winelands, treating visitors of all ages to dynamic and personal wine tastings, bistro-style dining, family picnics, beautiful function and conference venues and exclusive country accommodation.

Although steeped in tradition, Allée Bleue is constantly evolving its offering. Over the past decade the working farm has also grown into a flourishing commercial herb business that grows and harvests everything from rocket to rosemary for some of the biggest retailers in South Africa.

Most of the herbs are grown hydroponically in tunnels for protection and to ensure a constant supply of high quality produce throughout the year. Hydroponic farming means that the herbs are grown in a medium other than soil. In this case coco peat – coconut husk that has been composted and treated – is used. All the nutrients are supplied directly to the coco peat through a drip irrigation system.

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