Ataraxia – a ” Serene state of Mind” the Greek opposite of disturbance or trouble – simply: “Tranquility”. At around 360m above sea-level at the head of the Klein River Valley, the vineyards are blessed with breathtaking views and regular cooling breezes from the ocean.
About Ataraxia Wines
The elevation and location at the head of the Hemel-En-Aarde valley caress the vines with constant ocean breezes. The location against the over 1200m Babilon’s Tower mountain has 14 soil types, mostly sandstone, granite and shale. This soil combination and cool air allow the planting of cooler climate varietals. 12 Hectares currently under vines and 12 hectares planned for the future.
From the impressive entrance and gently curving drive around the crest towards the tasting rooms, the evidence of well laid out vineyards abound. Reaching the tasting room (the lounge), you’re met with a tranquil scene – in a chapel, architected in the local Cape building style! The elevation, climate and soils are ideal for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay which seem thrilled about their luck to be planted here – Prove it for yourself in the tasting.
Ataraxia wines at a glance
Wines of note
Chardonnay
Pinot Noir
Serenity – Red Blend
Sauvignon Blanc
Winemaker
Kevin Grant
Viticulturist
Kevin Grant
Owner
Kevin Grant wines (Pty) Ltd
Reasons to visit
Wine tasting
Elegant Chardonnay and Pinot Noir
Breathtaking views on the drive through the vineyards
The Chapel – Visit just to experience it!
Tasting room with panoramic, breathtaking views
Best time to visit
All year destination. Early morning and late afternoon is the best for epic views.
What to do at Uva Mira Mountain Vineyards
Highlights on the estate
Luxury, unique tasting lounge (in a chapel!)
Drive through the vineyards
Things to do or see
Wine tasting
Panoramic views from the tasting rooms
For children
The estate is not tailored for children.
Outdoors
Several estates in the area offer outdoor activities
Jacques has been a keen travel junkie, for as long as he can remember. Having spent his childhood in Namibia, Limpopo province in South Africa (near the Kruger National Park ) and KZN in South Africa and later Cape Town, always been surrounded by nature and beautiful scenery. Qualifying as a safari guide in 1996, Jacques guided over virtually all possible natural eco systems and travelled over hundreds of thousands of kilometers, through all the southern African countries. Later he spent 8 years living and working in Austria, mixing cultural, city and natural scenic travels all across Europe.
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