Introduction Over the years, I’ve come to realise I have a particular inclination towards wines from the Robertson Valley. It might be for nostalgic reasons, for reasons of roots and memories, or just because…
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{news} Journey’s End Vineyards’ Tales Series: New look and Vintages
Journey’s End Vineyards have released the latest vintages of their new-look Tales Series; a range of four wines, each with eye-catching modern designs to show the inspiration behind the labels. The new releases include: Journey’s End Weather Station…
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{wine} Glen Carlou’s Collection White Blend 2020 – a showcase of Cape grapes
White wine blends – in my books, the true unsung gift of our vineyards. Proudly introducing Glen Carlou‘s Collection White Blend 2020 – the bottle that pays a beautiful homage to the delicious complexity…
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{wine} Glen Carlou’s Collection White Blend 2020 – a showcase of Cape grapes
White wine blends – in my books, the true unsung gift of our vineyards. Proudly introducing Glen Carlou‘s Collection White Blend 2020 – the bottle that pays a beautiful homage to the delicious complexity…
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{wine} Grand gouda and wine: Leopard’s Leap Culinaria Grand Vin 2019
Cheese and wine is an all-seasons indulgence. Leopard’s Leap has ramped up the gooey goodness by pairing their Culinaria Grand Vin 2019 with mature gouda for the ultimate conversation starter platter. Introduction With the…
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{wine tasting} From Gouverneurs to liquid gold: chocolate and wine pairing at Groot Constantia
Every time I drive up the vineyard-laden lane to the heart of Groot Constantia, yet another bit of unexplored territory awaits me. This time, this historic estate lured me into its gracious embrace with…
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{wine} Deetlefs Wine Estate: three courses for three bottles – a celebratory meal
Over the years, Deetlefs Wine Estate has rightfully collected a vast amount of prime property in my ever-full wine racks. In the build-up towards their 200 years’ existence celebration in 2022, I thought I’d…
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{wine} A table for two: Steenberg’s stylish 2020 Sauvignon Blancs
If I could only drink wine from one wine estate for the rest of my life, it would be a difficult decision, but a quick answer: Steenberg Vineyards. Especially now with Cellarmaster Elunda Basson…
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{wine} Red red wine: my latest winter accessories from Ernie Els Wines
I’m constantly writing about how I rebel against the perceived seasonality of wines. Yet, here I stand, just a girl, with two bottles of Ernie Els Wines red in my hands, begging winter to…
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{experience} Muratie Summer Wine Down: a story of a family and a tree
A day spent at Muratie Wines is one of those things that infuse your heart and soul with absolute joy and happiness. Enveloped by the mighty oaks and the arms of a welcoming family,…