With a label as pretty as our unique fynbos veld and wine that taste like summer sunsets, you si(m)ply have to try Elgin Vintners’ new Fynbos Lite Premium cans. Introduction Wine in a can is nothing new. We’ve had the debates and made the comparisons. Personally, the absolute convenience and lower carbon footprint offered by…
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{wine} PROE – the perfect way to experience Diemersfontein Wines
Little morsels and bite-sized treats. That is my favourite way of eating. Diemersfontein Wine and Country Estate has embraced and renewed the deli-concept wholeheartedly with the recent opening of PROE, an indulgent smorgasbord of local produce. Introduction I tire easily from eating a lot of the same thing. I crave texture, variety, different flavours and…
{recipe} Pineapple upside down cake and Skyline Late Harvest
Skyline Late Harvest will be adding a bit of tropical sunshine to my summer this year. Served icy cold, as a spritzer or simply as a sundowner, Skyline is the golden lining around the cloud of 2020. Introduction Blessed with a palate that embraces most wine varietals, there is a place for every wine style…
{wine} The craft of coffee and wine: Barista Wine’s Pinotage 2020
A devoted oenophile at my core, I enjoy all wines equally, for what they are. But, I do hold a special place for South Africa’s signature Pinotage in my indulgent heart. I recently sat down and had a virtual coffee with a bottle of Barista Wine Pinotage 2020, a celebration of the diversity and deep…
{wine} Picnic with Piekenierskloof’s Six Hats De-Alcoholised wines
Contrary to popular belief, I simply love the taste of wine, with or without the alcohol. With a seductive duo of Piekenierskloof Wines‘ Six Hats de-alcoholised wines chilling in my fridge this summer, I can delight in ample glasses without the worry, but with all the flavour. Introduction I used to be a serious sceptic…
{wine} De Krans’ Moscato: a festive tribute to the muscadel grape
As the mornings draw lighter, so does my taste for wine. With just a little bit of a sparkle, De Krans Wines‘ range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic Premium Moscato Perlé wines make for a great, refreshing summer sipper, especially when paired with great company. This year has been a tough one, and I’ll be taking…
{news} Rediscover your love for the finer things with Franschhoek’s Cap Classique Route
The festive season is fast approaching and it’s the perfect time to stock up on your favourite Cap Classique. Running out of ideas on what to add to your collection? Franschhoek’s Cap Classique Route, the first of its kind in South Africa, holds the key. Regarded as one of South Africa’s leading Cap Classique producing…
{wine} It all starts with the soil: Zandvliet’s Shiraz 2017 and Chardonnay 2019
Visiting Zandvliet Wines in Robertson is always a pure, unadulterated pleasure for me. Not only are they steeped in glorious wines, but also in rich history, unique “kalkveld” soil and just a touch of magic. Introduction My feet always find the turn to Zandvliet Wines when I visit the Robertson Wine Valley. Eternally eager to…
{wine} Certainly no buzzkill – Robertson Winery’s non-alcoholic dry sparkling pink
There’s something very special about celebrating an occasion with a bottle of bubbles. Make your every day indulgence guilt-free this festive season with Robertson Winery‘s non-alcoholic dry sparkling pink. Introduction At the start of November, I quietly celebrated a lock-down version of my birthday. Choosing the tranquil reprieve of McGregor, I only invited along a…
{news} Nederburg’s #BlackFriday deals!
Stock up this festive season with Nederburg’s awesome #BlackFriday Week specials! Running from 20 to 29 November, this year’s special deals include some of the Paarl winery’s crème de la crème wines, offered at unbeatable prices, with free nationwide delivery applicable to all orders. Some awesome deals Nederburg’s ‘Best of 2015’ deal features some top wines from the 2015 vintage, considered by…
{wine} Back to the classics with Roodeberg’s Classic Red 2019
When in doubt, always pull the bottle of Roodeberg from your wine rack. Timelessly classic and a sure-fire conversation starter, reserve a seat for Roodeberg at your festive table this summer. Introduction It’s no secret that I always have a handful of Roodeberg wines in my racks. It’s also no secret that I’m a classic…
{wine} About cake and wine: Garden Route Sauvignon Blanc 2019
For my birthday this year, I chose the solitude and unspoilt beauty of tiny-town, McGregor. That, a birthday cake and an icy bottle of Garden Route Sauvignon Blanc 2019. Introduction Most of us had lock-down birthdays. I was just lucky to have one during level 1, when we were allowed to travel outside our newly…