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…
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{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…
{news} Delheim strikes Platter five-star hat trick
On the eve of its re-opening on 12 November, the iconic Delheim estate has seen three of its wines awarded five-star status in the 2021 edition of Platter’s South African Wine Guide, arguably the country’s most widely referenced wine authority. Platter’s South African Wine Guide Awards Enviable five-star ratings were awarded to the Grand Reserve…
{experience} Wine and canapé wanderlust at Perdeberg Wines
At the foot of the Paardeberg mountain lies a place that begs to be explored through taste and smell. With an impressive collection of superb wines, Perdeberg Wines should be the next stop on your adventure. Introduction There’s few activities in this life I enjoy as much as I do a leisurely wine tasting. Even…
{wine} A story of sea and Sauvignon Blanc: Groote Post’s Seasalter 2020
In a year that has thrown the world a massive curveball, one has to hold on to little moments that feels like sunshine. For me, one of these moments was the much anticipated release of Groote Post‘s Seasalter 2020. Introduction The Seasalter has held a very special part of my heart since its maiden release…
{news} De Krans Wines: Your summer destination for fruit picking, wine tasting and leisurely deli lunches
What better way to relax and celebrate the arrival of summer than visiting the countryside and getting closer to nature? When planning your trip, be it an extended SA road trip, a mini getaway or simply getting the kids out of the house, look no further than De Krans Wines in Calitzdorp – the top…
{spirits} Leonista 100% Karoo Agave: best served with a side of wild adventure
Recently I decided to run with lions and took the Leonista pride for an adventure in Graaff-Reinet. Filled with 100% pure South African goodness, these agave spirits evoke feelings of wanderlust that simply has to be answered. Introduction Part of my regular road-trip packing routine includes choosing my drinks for sundowner evenings in beautiful locations….
{wine} Stellenbosch Hills celebrates 75 years with four wondrous whites
I love any reason to celebrate; in fact, I try to do it every day! Something worth shouting hip-hip-hooray about, is the release of four new wondrous whites by Stellenbosch Hills to recognise 75 years of hard work, excellence and quality. Introduction I do a little internal happy dance every time I get to experience…
{news} Stellenbosch Hills unlocks top-tier wines for festive season tastings
Stellenbosch Hills cranks up the festive season this year, giving visitors to the winery a never-before experience to taste its flagship wines by the glass. And because it’s the time for giving, there are a few extra special surprises thrown into the mix. From November until the end of February, wine-lovers who sign up for…