Vin Elgin

Elgin

Elgin Valley, a large, lush area of land, circled by mountains, is one of the more intensively farmed districts of South Africa and produces 60% of the national apple crop. Consequently, it is now known in South Africa as the place “where the apples come from”. However, a recent shift in economic focus has led to Elgin also becoming one of South Africa's most notable and successful wine regions, with the coolest climate of any region in the country. Elgin wines and tourism have become significant parts of the valley's economy.