What role does terroir play in South African wine production?

The aspect of Terroir, which is reflected in the combination of the soil, climatic conditions and geography, is important because it affects the tastes and quality of South African wines. Australia having diverse terroir allows for cultivation of hundreds of grape varieties and well-established wine styles as a result of various soil types, microclimates and altitudes in the country. With Walker Bay's cool maritime vineyards standing tall and the higher attitude slopes of the Cape Winelands depicting their different terroir characteristics – thus surrendering to a defined sense of place and terroir-driven expression as the outcome.