Celebrate hope and togetherness at Vergenoegd Löw The Wine Estate in Stellenbosch this Easter (29 March to 1 April).Enjoy special moments with family and friends, while savouring fine wine and delicious food, and taking in the breathtaking beauty and tranquil atmosphere of this historic farm that dates to 1696.The culinary team has conceived a special Easter-inspired platter for...

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Wine Tourism Conference To Address Ways To Boost Wine Tourism ProfitsThe eighth annual Wine Tourism Conference, that takes place on 30 May, will feature an impressive line-up of international and local speakers who will give “The Business Case for Wine Tourism”, the theme for this year’s event.Sponsored by Wesgro, Delta Air Lines, the Stellenbosch Wine Route and South...

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A Wellington wine estate is carving its niche in international mountain biking circles. Canetsfontein Organic Wine Estate is located at the foot of the iconic Bainskloof Pass outside Wellington.So much so that with the advent of the prestigious 2024 ABSA Cape Epic, the term 'Cliffhanger' has gained new significance, resonating with both mountain biking and healthier wine enthusiasts.Canetsfontein Organic...

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School holidays are around the corner and looking for things to do with the kids and family? Hop over to Perdeberg Cellar this March for a range of fun things to do for young and old.Perdeberg RestaurantEnjoy bistro-style meals at Perdeberg Restaurant with its new menu, which ranges from a refreshed breakfast offering, delicious main course dishes and not...

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Hop over to Middelvlei Wines in Stellenbosch on Saturday, 30 March for a fun Easter-inspired outing. Not only are their wines amazing, but their take on a South African braai is a hit with locals and tourists.Resident braai expert, Pinky, braais your meat to perfection while you tuck into freshly baked potbrood with lashings of homemade snoek pate or...

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INTRODUCING JACK@SKYE ROOFTOP BAR AND RESTAURANTThe First Ever Rooftop Wine Tasting Centre in the Mother CityBruce Jack, legendary winemaker extraordinaire, has opened a cellar door in the Mother City, the one-and-only, first-ever rooftop wine tasting centre with a pool deck and spectacular 360° views. Perched atop the 6th floor of The Hyde Hotel in London Road Sea Point,...

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Experience Tokara in all its autumn finery...  ...when this acclaimed Stellenbosch family wine and olive estate, established on the gentle foothills of the Simonsberg, presents the annual Rare Plant Fair and opens its private farm gardens for public enjoyment on Saturday, 20 April 2024.Tokara Rare Plant Fair postponed due to severe stormsFor one day only, a tented Farmyard transforms...

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When the blending component is Zinfandel (62%) and Malbec (38%) you are guaranteed of a stellar Rosé. When the producer happens to be Blaauwklippen in Stellenbosch you know this is going to be a wine everyone will be talking about.The grapes for this wine were sourced from vineyards planted in Tukulu and Kroonstad soils (Zinfandel), while the vines responsible...

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The Summer Wines Festival is back!… with a wide range of great wines to taste, superb food and live musicThe always popular Summer Wines Festival is back for another outing and this year takes place at Leopard’s Leap Family Vineyards in Franschhoek on Saturday, March 9 from 12:00 to 17:00.Eleven of the country’s top wineries will be taking...

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