A search of our own name, Porcupine Ridge Estate, brings up a variety of other accommodation properties, wines and locations around the globe. Simply for fun, we thought we’d do a browse of our fellow porcupines in other countries.
Boekenhoutskloof Estate 2000 Porcupine Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon
Boekenhoutskloof is a fairly well-known winery in the Franschhoek region of South Africa. Porcupine Ridge is actually winemaker Marc Kent’s second label. He has created 2000 Porcupine Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon from Boekenhoutskloof Estates.
South Africa has been a wine-producing region for much longer than I realized, over 350 years. This wine is medium cherry-brick red with the look of an aged red wine…that subtle browness at the edges. The nose isn’t overpowering, but offers some nice, juicy red berry flavors of fresh red raspberries and red currants…along side some distinct cedar and cigar box.
Boekenhoutskloof has consistently elicited 90-plus ratings from Robert Parker Jr., the world’s most influential wine critic. Boekenhoutskloof Syrah 1997 still holds the record for the highest score achieved by a South African wine in The Wine Advocate. Boekenhoutskloof consists of four wine ranges:
- Boekenhoutskloof
- Chocolate Block
- Porcupine Ridge
- The Wolftrap
Marc Kent is the Chief winemaker and General Manager at Boekenhoutskloof. In 2007 Marc was awarded with the title of “Diners Club Winemaker of the year” for his Boekenhoutskloof Syrah 2005. The latest Robert Parker’s Wine Buyer’s Guide and the 2009 Wine Report acknowledges Boekenhoutskloof as South Africa’s # 1 producer. Our congratulations to Marc and his achievements!
Porcupine Ridge in Tasmania
Porcupine Ridge is a locality in northeast Tasmania, Australia situated about 160km north of Hobart. At about 758m above sea level, Porcupine Ridge is one of the higher localities in Tasmania. The nearest ocean is the Southern Ocean about 190km west-southwest of Porcupine Ridge. It is located in the State Forest, which covers an area of about about 170,000 hectares. Towns, villages or cities in and around State Forest include the village of Ringarooma, the town of Scottsdale and the village of Branxholm.
Porcupine Ridge – Ontario, Canada
Porcupine Ridge near Santa’s Village and Bracebridge is a popular mountain biking trail destination in Ontario, Canada. The Central Ontario North region has some of Ontario’s best mountain biking. To the east, in the Algonquin/Muskoka regions, head for the Bracebridge Resource Management Centre, Buckwallow Cycle Center, the Minnising Trail or many peoples’ favorite, Porcupine Ridge.
“A lot of knarly terrain and some steep but not too long climbs. There are a few easy trails with (fern gully, the maze & andrews theater) but even the main trail can be dificult for beginners. There are lots of great trails for seasoned riders and several big drops and technical down hills for the advanced or just plain crazy riders. ”
There is also the ultimate treetop experience at Eaglecrest Aerial Park using canopy ziplines, monkey walks and wobbly bridges in Muskoka near Bracebridge, Ontario. “An incredible view from the 100 ft climb to the treetops of Porcupine Ridge.“
Porcupine Ridge Trail – Muskoka, Canada
To know fear or have no fear. That is the question at Porcupine Ridge, a gutsy park with relentless challenge. What doesn’t make you freeze, walk or turn back, will make you stronger, more aggressive and determined. 25 kms of trails with loops of varying lengths. In winter, nordic or cross country skiing is the thing to do here.
A veritable Christmas gift for mountain bikers. All trails were built by employees of the local bike shop, and are all built in the North Shore style of trail building. Lots of twisty singletrack loops that all join back to one main loop. You can go for as long or as short as you want to go, and join loops together to make one big ride. A great place to ride, but not for the faint of heart nor unskilled. Expect steep drops, log rides, and technical terrain not typical of your “neighborhood” trail.
The Cabins at Porcupine Ridge – Colorado
The Cabins at Porcupine Ridge are located high in Colorado ski country just minutes from the Winter Park Ski Area. They are located in the quiet neighborhood of Winter Park Ranch where local trail systems for biking, hiking & cross country skiing are close by. The Cabins at Porcupine Ridge is a private, peaceful community of single-family private homes in the Winter Park Ranch neighborhood. Activities are also super close with trails nearby for hiking or mountain biking and of course skiing and snowboarding at Winter Park Resort.
Porcupine Ridge Guest House
Porcupine Ridge Guest House is set on a forested hillside in the heart of the scenic Panorama Route, 5 km from Sabie and 40 km from Kruger National Park.
Part of a private country village, the lodge combines old-world charm with modern comforts in a lush garden setting. Porcupine Ridge Guest House has been awarded 4 Star Grading in the Guest House category by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa. The relaxed country escape lies tucked away in the mountains at the heart of the scenic Panorama Route of Mpumalanga, yet only 5 minutes from the amenities of Sabie village and 40 minutes from the world famous Kruger National Park. Perched above an old Gold Mine and part of the original mining village, their historic homestead has been extensively remodelled to create a stylish yet informal retreat for lovers of life …. in the slow lane.
