Al Fresco Feasts With Assured Class, Foolproof Picnic by Marina Filippelli, a review by Myrna Robins…
Another excellent review from Myrna Robins. Foolproof Picnic by Marina Filippelli. Filled with fabulous ideas to make your picnic easier...
Oldenburg Rondekop Series Per Se 2015, the ideal partner for Alida Ryder’s Pan Seared Duck Breast with Honey-Soy Glaze…
Oldenburg Rondekop Series Per Se 2015, from the Oldenburg Library. 7 years old and drinking like a dream. Such a privilege to drink a wine like this...
My Wine of the Day, Groot Constantia Sauvignon Blanc 2021…
My Wine of the Day Groot Constantia Sauvignon Blanc 2021, a superb example of a cool climate wine...
The Old Bailey Whiskey Bar opens at 91 Bree Street Cape Town…
Liam Tomlin, partner in The Old Bailey Whiskey Bar The Old Bailey Whiskey Bar has opened on the top floor of Cape Town’s new three-level dining hot spot, The Bailey, at 91 Bree Street. Evocative of top-end members’ clubs and bars in New York and London, The Old Bailey is open from 3pm until late
Glenelly Wine Estate Lady May 2016, a fine red blend wine in the Bordeaux style from a benchmark producer…
Glenelly Wine Estate Lady May 2016, a fine red blend in the style of Bordeaux with Cabernet Sauvignon as the lead grape...
Stellenbosch Hills dances the Polka with their new cans filled with quality wines….
The 'in' thing in wine packaging now is the can, so convenient to chill, serve and easily disposable. Polka Wines from Stellenbosch Hills...
Parisian Über Pastry Chef, François Perret, meets Downtown California in a Food Truck, a review by Myrna Robins…
Parisian Über Pastry Chef, François Perret, meets Downtown California in a Food Truck, a review by Myrna Robins...
Bouchard Finlayson Galpin Peak Pinot Noir 2020, excellent with Seared Tuna, Avocado, Ginger, Lime, and Soy…
A celebration for International Pinot Noir Day, opening a bottle of Bouchard Finlayson Galpin Peak Pinot Noir 2020...
Durbanville Hills Merlot 2020, perfect with a slow roasted rib of lamb…
Durbanville Hills Merlot 2020, such a lovely wine and an excellent fingerprint. for the vintage by Red Wine Specialist, Wilhelm Coetzee...
Groot Constantia Constantia Rood 2020, perfect partner to Dianne Bibby’s Paprika Roast Chicken…
A delicious blend of noble reds and a wine for all time is the Groot Constantia Constantia Rood 2020. Excellent end of Winter Wine...
The ZAConfidential Wine Team tastes Richard Kershaw’s The Smuggler’s Boot Pinot Noir 2018…
Richard Kershaw makes fine wines in the Elgin Valley, The Smuggler’s Boot Pinot Noir 2018 being one of them...
Award-winning wine writer Tšepang Molisana surveys the state of organic wine on our shores and beyond…
Award winning wine writer Tšepang Molisana reviews organic wine making here and overseas, taking a good look at Spier Wine Farm...
Celebrating Chocolate and Wine at Durbanville Hills Winery overlooking Table Bay…
Chocolate and Wine, particularly hot dark chocolate and fine red wine are perfect partners. Enjoy both now at the Durbanville Hills Winery...
Dalewood Fromage presents its Kaas Club, and what a joy to open a box of deliciousness like this…
Dalewood Fromage, the Cheese Estate on the slopes of the Simonsberg, produces a fine range of cheeses. Order from the Kaas Club...
The Fledge & Co Jikken Bareru Sauvignon Blanc, a gem from Leon Coetzee and Margaux Nel…
Jikken Bareru Sauvignon Blanc , fine example of the grape.. Very exciting wines from all regions of the winelands...
The Cellars-Hohenort and Steenberg Vineyards Present A ‘Women In Wine’ Food and Wine Pairing Dinner on 26th August 2022…
Two Constantia greats join forces for Women In Wine. Steenberg Vineyards and the Cellars-Hohenort Hotel for diner on 26th August...
De Wetshof ‘The Site’ Chardonnay 2020, good partner to Nadia Graves’s Pad Thai..
De Wetshof The Site Chardonnay 2020, lightly brushed with oak, is a prime example of the fie Chardonnays produced by this Robertson Estate..
Pissaladière – a pizza from the other side of the border, perfect with Spier Seaward Chardonnay 2019…
The delicious French Mediterranean snack, Pissaladière, is the most perfect partner for the Spier Seaward Chardonnay 2019..
The Cradle Boutique Hotel to host a celebration of Cederberg Shiraz with David Nieuwoudt…
A sublime Shiraz from Cederberg Wine Estate enjoys the spotlight at The Cradle Boutique Hotel, with David Niewoudt presenting...
Secrets bide their time…a review by Myrna Robins of Anne Glenconner’s novel, A Haunting at Holkham…
Anne Glenconner was a life long friend of Princess Margaret, sister to Queen Elizabeth. She lived in Holkham Hall in Norfolk...
My Wine of the Day, the Spier Creative Block 5, a fine blend using Bordeaux noble varieties…
Do watch my Instagram Video about My Wine of the Day Spier Creative Block 5, a Bordeaux Style blend of deliciousness...
My Wine of the Day, De Wetshof Sauvignon Blanc 2021, another superb expression of a noble grape…
De Wetshof Sauvignon Blanc 2021 De Wetshof Wine Estate in the beautiful Robertson Valley has been owned and managed by the De Wet Family since 1949. The first registered Wine Estate in the Robertson Wine Appellation, De Wetshof has become a premier Chardonnay specialist. Even so, they make some truly sublime wines from other noble
My Wine of the Day – Oldenburg Vineyards Grenache Noir 2020, lovely expression…
Oldenburg Vineyards Grenache Noir 2020, A perfect expression of the grape and the Estate's unique natural elemants...
My Wine of the Day – Simonsig Gewürztraminer 2022, an aromatic gem from the Estate…
Simonsig Gewürztraminer 2022, a divinely aromatic grape, so perfect for contemplative sipping and great with food...
Landskroon Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, so good with Nina Timm’s Slow Cooked Moroccan Leg of Lamb…
From Landskroon Wine Estate, 5th generation own and managed Paarl Wine Estate, the delicious Landskroon Cabernet Sauvignon 2020...
Liam Tomlin opens The Paul du Toit Private Dining Room at The Bailey in Cape Town’s busy, buzzy, Bree Street…
Liam Tomlin opens The Bailey Paul du Toit Private Dining Room at his Bree Street Fine Dining and Drinking Emporium...
Oldenburg Chenin Blanc 2021, so good with Carey Boucher–Erasmus’s The Best Caesar Salad…
A fine example of an Oak Barrel fermented and matured Chenin Blanc. The Oldenburg Chenin Blanc 2021 is given gentle treatment in the cellar...
Groot Constantia Wine Estate harnesses people power to go solar with Sun Exchange…
Groot Constantia harnesses people power in a partnership with Sun Exchange to provide low cost electricity...
Spier Creative Block 2 2021, perfect partner for Carey Boucher-Erasmus’s Veal Piccata…
One of the Creative Block from Spier Wine Farm, the Spier Creative Block 2021 uses grapes from three different appellations..
Groot Constantia Chardonnay 2019, perfect with Nina Timm’s Granny’s Roast Chicken…
Groot Constantia Chardonnay 2019, a fine wine from a fine grape from a fine place. Floricius Beukes and Boela Gerber combine talents...
De Wetshof Bon Vallon 2022, perfect partner to Alida Ryder’s Tuscan Chicken Pasta…
A benchmark example of an Unwooded Chardonnay, the De Wetshof Bon Vallon 2022. The vines sufficiently mature to produce quality grapes...
Simonsig Tiara 2018, perfect with Guinea Fowl and Parma Ham Roulade…
Simonsig Tiara 2018, perfect with Guinea fowl and Parma ham roulade, is made from the Big 5 of Bordeaux… the Estate's flagship red wine.
My Wine of the Day – Boland Cellar Chenin Blanc 2021…
The fine cellar Team at Boland Cellar under the guiding hand of Bernard Smuts, the Cellarmaster, has Chenin Blanc waxed - great wine this...
My Wine of the Day – Nederburg The Motorcycle Marvel 2018….
Nederburg's The Motorycle Marvel 2018 is named for Gunther Brözel who was Cellarmaster at Nederburg for most of the second half of last Century.
Spier Takes Top Podium Position as Most Successful Producer Overall at The 2022 Trophy Wine Show…
Spier Wine Farm in the Stellenbosch Wine Appellation scores high on the 2022 Trophy Wine Show, Most Successfull Producer...
Beck Family Estates appoints David Burford as its new CEO…
David Burford Beck Family Estates has appointed David Burford as CEO to lead its powerful wine portfolio of Graham Beck, Steenberg Vineyards and Capensis. Adept at creating success driven environments, Burford took over on 1 July 2022 as CEO from Chris du Toit, who will remain on the Beck Family Estates Board. Graham Beck Madeba
All day Eggs for Breakfast at Oregano Bakery and Pantry – a whole new store…
Eggs for breakfast and so much more on offer from Sharon and Lauren at Oregano Bakery and Pantry in Linden...
Brookdale Chenin Blanc 2020 by Kiara Scott, is crowned Trophy Winner in SA’s Most Prestigious Wine Competition – The Trophy Wine Show with Investec as headline sponsor…
Brookdale Chenin Blanc 2020 takes a Trophy for Kiara Scott the Winemaker. Realtive newcomer is in excellent hands...
The Landskroon Wine Club, a place for fine wines with high quality to price ratio…
The Landskroon Wine Club is a quick way in to great wine at great prices. Excellent wines from the South Western slopes of Paarl Mountain...
The Porcupine Ridge Pizzeria Challenge is back… to find out who makes the Pizza which South Africans love the most…
The Porcupine Ridge Pizzeria Challenge at Ferdinandos in Cape Town The Porcupine Ridge Pizzeria Challenge is back! The inaugural competition, held last year, was a resounding success with more than 100 restaurants nationwide battling it out to be crowned the country’s most-loved pizzeria. Gino Biagino Mazza and his daughter Giulietta After weeks of intense public
Reciprocal Wines offers a fine selection of Red Wine Hampers to see us through winter….
Reciprocal Wines offers a fine selection of Red Wine Hampers to keep us warm in Winter. South Africa's Oldest Fine Wine Specialist Importers..
Inside The Billionaires’ Club, review of The Stellenbosch Mafia by Myrna Robins…
The Stellenbosch Mafia, an interesting, well researched book by Pieter de Toit. Stories which interest a number of South Africans...
Durbanville Hills Collectors Reserve The Cape Mist Sauvignon Blanc 2021, the perfect partner for Alida Ryder’s Grilled Garlic Butter Prawns…
Durbanville Hills Collectors Reserve The Cape Mist Sauvignon Blanc 2021 is a fine expression of this cool climate grape...
A Promise of Ankles by Alexander McCall Smith, a review by Myrna Robins…
A Promise of Ankles by Alexander McCall Smith I always consider myself so fortunate that I have a friendship with Myrna Robins. She is a seasoned Journalist, Writer on Food and Wine, published Author, Cookery Competition Judge and and and… I like her style of writing and the information she digs out confirms the journalist
A Courageous and a Conqueror, two sublime wines in the Perdeberg Dry Land Collection…
A Courageous and a Conqueror. Two wines from the Perdeberg Winery, grapes from Dry Land Vineyards. A pair of Gems,,,
FEEL GOOD FOOD by Joe Wicks, over 100 Family Recipes, a review by Myrna Robins…
Excellent review of FEEL GOOD FOOD by Joe Wicks, from Myrna Robins.
Stellenbosch Hills Muscat de Hambourg 2022, a shining jewel in the Winery’s crown…
Brand new packaging for the Stellenbosch Hills Muscat de Hambourg 2022. A perfect fortified Muscat wine in every respect....
Try my Tomato and Bacon Baked Macaroni and Cheese, so delicious with a glass of white wine…
I have given Mac 'n Cheese a University Education by topping it off with thin slices of tomato and crispy bacon..
Landskroon Shiraz 2019, excellent with meats from the braai, casserole or oven and great with a slice of Dalewood Fromage Huguenot Cheese…
Landskroon Shiraz 2019 Landskroon Wine Estate on the southwest facing slopes of the iconic Paarl Mountain in the Paarl Wine Appellation has been owned and managed by the De Villiers Family for 5 generations. Each of the five Cellarmasters has been named Paul. Renowned for their Port-Style and red wines in former times, Paul de
Oldenburg Vineyards Series Grenache Noir 2020, a winner winner Chicken Dinner with Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Thai Roast Chicken…
Oldenburg Vineyards Series Grenache Noir 2020 is a great experience in the glass. This is a particularly fine expression from the Estate...
De Wetshof Estate Thibault 2012, perfect Winter partner to Nina Timm’s Venison Pie…
De Wetshof Estate Thibault 2012 De Wetshof Wine Estate was one of the earliest estates to be registered in the Robertson Wine Appellation. Family owned and managed since 1949, the estate specializes in producing a range of fine Chardonnays. However, the wines made from other noble grape varieties are certainly some of the finest wines
Groot Constantia Merlot 2018, perfect with a Chargrilled Rib Eye by Genevieve Taylor…
Groot Constantia Merlot 2018, packed with the most delicious fruit. Soft and such a perfect sipping wine. Floricius Beukes, the Vineyardist and Boela Gerber the winemaker have produced a gem...
Chef Rene Maseko – shooting for the stars…
Amazing training and experiences have led to an interesting life for Chef Rene Maseko, now lecturing in Pastry at Capsicum Culinary Studio...
Save the dates for this year’s highly anticipated Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild Auction…
Wines from Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild Auction The prestigious Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild (CWG) Auction, to be held on Friday 30 September and Saturday 1 October 2022, will be hosted by Strauss & Co, South Africa’s leading art and wine auction house. The Virtual Live Auction will be held at the Lord Charles Hotel in
Hammerman: A Walking Shadow by Mike Nicol. A review by Myrna Robins…
Fifth and Final novel in the series, Hammerman: A Walking Shadow, published by Umuzi. A review by Myrna Robins......
Spier Creative Block 3 2018, a sublime blend of Shiraz, Mourvèdre and Viognier. Excellent with a dish of Smoked Brisket from the Vadas Smokehouse…
The Spier Creative Block 3 is a Rhone Style blend of Shiraz accented by splashes of Mourvèdre and Viognier. The grapes come from the Groenekloof {Darling] and Stellenbosch Wine Appellations.
Durbanville Hills Sauvignon Blanc 2022 by Martin Moore and his team, so good with a tranche of SASSI friendly Hake and rustly potato chips…
Durbanville Hills Sauvignon Blanc 2022, a fine cool climate wine from the Durbanville Wine Appellation. Made by Kobus Gerberm the Winery's White Wine Specialst, good with a tranche of Hake...
De Grendel Op die Berg Syrah 2020, so good with Liver in a sour sauce…
From snow bound Witzenberg Vineyards in Winter, De Grendel's Founding Winemaker Charles Hopkins makes a superb example of a Continental Climate Wine - De Grendel Op die Berg Syrah 2020...
Culinary Masterclass Weekend with Callan Austin at Tintswalo Boulders 22 & 23 July 2022…
Culinary Masterclass Weekend with Callan Austin at Tintswalo Boulders 22 & 23 July 2022...
Three unusuals from three special wine estates, great Winter Drinks….
Three unusuals to add to your winter drinking repertoire. Excellent wines and a cider from three of the Cape's premier winemakers...
Zandvliet Shiraz 2019, the first Estate Bottled Shiraz in South Africa, perfect partner to my Lamb and Cabbage Bredie…
Zandvliet Shiraz 2019 Interesting that this fine Ashton Shiraz from the Robertson Wine Appellation should still uses the tried and tested minimalist approach to winemaking. The vineyards are planted in limestone rich, clay and weathered shale soils in a variety of aspects. I was fortunate to be able to plant a vine in the vineyards
Making History – The story tellers who shaped the past. A review by John Fraser’s review of Richard Cohen’s epic piece of writing…
Making History by Richard Cohen As one might expect from a history of history, this is a lengthy book, full of accounts of historians — Jews, Muslims, Christians. Lots of them. From the ancient Greeks and Romans to the chroniclers of the more recent past, Richard Cohen lists them all. However, this is more than
#DrinkChenin Day is on June 18th, here are a couple of suggestions for you…
#DrinkChenin is something we should be doing every day, as there is plenty of it around. Here are some of my current favourites...
Exploring Early Southern African Hunters and Herders. A review of First People by Myrna Robins…
First People by Andrew Smith. A review of his book by Myrna Robins, food & Wine writer, book reviewer and published Author....
Milner – Last of the Empire-Builders. A review by Geoff Olivier of Richard Steyn’s new publication…
Milner. Last of the Empire-Builders, a review by Geoff Olivier...
The Marine Hotel in Hermanus announces its Gourmet Food and Wine Dinner Calendar for the Winter Months…
Evenings well spent at the Gourmet Food and Wine Dinner at The Marine Hotel in Hermanus...
Celebrate – Plant-Based Recipes for Every Occasion by Bettina Campolucci-Bordi, a review by Myrna Robins…
Another excellent review by Myrna Robins, Celebrate - Plant-Based Recipes for Every Occasion by Bettina Campolucci-Bordi...
Finesse by name, finesse by nature, the De Wetshof Finesse Chardonnay 2021 from the Robertson Wine Appellation is a perfect wine for Ceviche…
From the Chardonnay specialists in the Robertson Wine Appellation, De Wetshof's fine Finesse Chardonnay 2021...
Breakfast Fit for a King – at The Cellars Hohenort in Constantia on Father’s Day
A Breakfast Fit for a King you'll find at The Cellars Hohenort on Father's Day on Sunday 19th June...
Landskroon Paul de Villiers Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, excellent with Tony Jackman’s Caramel Pork Stir Fry…
Landskroon Paul de Villiers Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, a premium Cabernet from a premier producer situated on the slopes of the Paarl Mountain...
The Earthmother Of Food, Honest Food, Country Food, With Nostalgia As The Best Flavouring, another excellent review by Myrna Robins…
Yet another winner from Herman Lensing, foodwriter, recipe developer, cook book author, television cook. A leader in South African Food...
Spier Seaward Wine & Soup Pairing on the Estate…
With Winter upon us, what better than a tasting of r delicious variety of soups with the Spier Seaward Range of wines...
Truth Coffee – freshly baked sourdough that has taken a year to perfect…
Truth Coffee, now offers fresh baked Sourdough, using a recipe which took more than a year to perfect. Pick up a loaf every day...
Early Winter Wines from some of my favourite Producers…
Here are some early Winter Wines from some of my favourite Producers to bring some excitement to your Autumn wine drinking...
De Grendel Koetshuis Sauvignon Blanc 2021, so good with Fiona Beckett’s Chicken, Preserved Lemon and Green Olive Tagine…
De Grendel Koetshuis Sauvignon Blanc 2021 uses Sauvignon Blanc grapes from the Lutzville and Darling wine appellations and a dab of Semillon.
Groot Constantia Sauvignon Blanc 2021, perfect partner to Alida Ryder’s Pan-Fried Fish with lemon cream sauce & capers…
Groot Constantia Sauvignon Blanc 2021, a perfect expression of cool climate grown grapes. Boela Gerber has produced another masterpiece...
DGB Announced as Mundus Vini Best South African Producer at ProWein…
With its handful of fine brands, DGB Announced as Mundus Vini Best South African Producer at ProWein in Germany today…
Spier The Yellowwood Organic Rosé, best served with a Herb & Leek Frittata with smoked trout, sour cream and avocado…
Spier The Yellowwood Organic Rosé is a delicious wine both as a sipper & with food. The Herb & Leek Frittata is a great partner...
Oldenburg Vineyards Rondekop Series Stone Axe 2019, perfect partner to Meeta K Wolff’s Lamb and Quince Tagine…
Oldenburg Vineyards Rondekop Series Stone Axe 2019, made from grapes grown on Rondekop, a little ferricrete hill on the Estate...
Spier Winter Dinner Series with Cellar Master, Johan Jordaan…
Spier Winter Dinner Series with Spier’s Cellar Master, Johan Jordaan… Be wined and dined by Spier Cellar Master, Johan Jordaan, at an intimate dinner at the Hotel Restaurant. A four-course seasonal menu will be expertly paired with award-winning wines for an unforgettable culinary experience. Spier Food Garden's Megan McCarthy The chefs select farm-fresh ingredients inspired
Savour the quintessential pairing at Stellenbosch Hills, prepare to be Brie enchanted by ridiculously good wine & cheese combos…
Fine Wines from Stellenbosch Hills meet fine cheese from Stonehouse cheeses in Stanford for a unique Wine & Food Pairing...
Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Brut Rosé 2020, excellent with Alida Ryder’s Open Smoked Salmon Sandwich with Whipped Goat’s Cheese…
Sister to the first Cap Classique made in South Africa in 1971, the Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Brut Rosé 2020 made for the first time in 2004....
Oldenburg Vineyard Series Chardonnay 2021, perfect match with my Beer Battered Fish…
The Oldenburg Vineyard Series Chardonnay 2021 is a fine example of a wine from the cool Banghoek Valley in the Stellenbosch Wine Appellation...
Simonsig Gewürztraminer 2022, good with a gentle curry or a tranche of Dalewood Fromage Wineland Brie Green Fig…
Hard to say, difficult to spell, though oh so easy to recognise once you have your nose in the glass. Simonsig Gewürztraminer 2022...
De Wetshof Limestone Hill Chardonnay 2022, perfect partner for my Ceviche with Granadilla Dressing…
Danie de Wet is a great proponent of Unwooded Chardonnay once the vines are able to produce grapes which need no oak to produce a great wine.
Landskroon Paul Hugo Red 2020 wins The Cobie Van Oort Cabernet Franc Challenge 2022 Award for the Best Value Wine…
The sublime Landskroon Paul Hugo Red 2020 takes a Gold and Award for The Best Value Wine on the Cabernet Franc Challenge 2020...
Spier Cap Classique Brut Rosé 2020, so good with Nina Timm’s Smoked Trout Terrine…
Pinot Noir is an essential part of the blend for Champagne. Here from a single vineyard variety in the Spier Cap Classique Brut Rosé 2020...
De Grendel Op die Berg Syrah 2019, good with Alida Ryder’s Peri Peri Chicken…
Generous expression of a continental climate vineyard, De Grendel Op die Berg Syrah 2020 from snow bound winter vineyards...
Bonnievale Winery releases two new vintage gems, The Limited Release Chardonnay 2021 and The River Collection Merlot 2021…
Bonnievale Winery, home of The Limited Release Chardonnay 2021 and The River Collection Merlot 2021 Bonnievale Winery is situated in the Eastern End of the Robertson Wine Appellation, in a little Wine Ward of its own – Bonnievale. Bonnievale Wine Maker Edwin Mahlambo with a SA Young Wine Show Award It has been interesting for
KWV Brandy’s Excellence reaffirmed at the 2022 UK-based International Spirits Challenge (ISC) this week…
KWV Brandy shines every year on the UK-based International Spirits Challenge (ISC). And again this year, Pieter de Bod brings back the Gold..
Stellenbosch Hills Winery releases the latest vintages of its Chenin Blanc 2021 and Merlot 2018, so good with Ilse van der Merwe’s Paprika Mushroom Soup…
Stellenbosch Hills Chenin Blanc 2021 Stellenbosch Hills Winery is at the very heart of the Stellenbosch Wine Appellation. The Winery has just released the latest vintages of its Chenin Blanc 2021 and the Merlot 2018. Chenin Blanc ripening on an old vine Chenin Blanc being the most planted wine grape in South Africa, it goes
Groot Constantia Pinotage 2019. A good partner to Dianne Bibby’s Red Wine Lamb Shanks…
Groot Constantia Pinotage 2019 I always think of Groot Constantia Wine Estate as the cradle of the wine industry in South Africa. Simon van der Stel was first granted the Estate in 1685. It was Hendrik Cloete, owner in the late 18th Century who, with his Constantia Wines, made for a ‘golden era’ of Cape
Durbanville Hills Chenin Blanc 2021, perfect partner to Pete Goffe-Wood’s Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce…
Durbanville Hills Chenin Blanc 2021 made by Kobus Gerber, the winery's White Wine Specialist. A classic expression of its terroir...
New Era for Delheim Edelspatz with the release of the 2020 Vintage…
Delheim has just unveiled the new vintage of Edelspatz Riesling - one of the wine world’s iconic Noble Late Harvest Wines launched in 1979...
Ilse van der Merwe’s Paprika Mushroom Soup created to accompany the new vintage releases from Stellenbosch Hills…
Ilse van der Merwe Paprika Mushroom Soup This creamy, hearty mushroom soup made in a Hungarian style is the perfect way to welcome autumn. Made with earthy paprika, fresh cream, white wine and lots of herbs, it is a versatile dish and pairs beautifully with both Stellenbosch Hills’ Chenin Blanc and Merlot. Stellenbosch Hills Chenin
Mynhardt Joubert, should be named a Living National Treasure….
Mynhardt Joubert, should be named a Living National Treasure. A truly humble, good person with great talent in the kitchen...
Pickled Cape Bream, a twist on Pickled Fish by Steenberg Chef Kerry Kilpin…
A very traditional Cape Dish at Easter time particularly. Kerry Kilpin uses only sustainable fish in her kitchens...
Eastertide Wines – a couple of gems we have tasted recently….
Eastertide Gems - wines we have tasted recently and which we hope you will enjoy beyond Easter into the Winter...
Pickled Fish – an Easter Tradition…
Cape Malay Pickled Fish, is an Easter tradition in the Cape, though it is so delicious that Any time of the year goes for me...
Simnel Cake – an Easter tradition…
Traditional Easter Cake. It has a layer of Marzipan in the middle nestling amongst the fruit and a layer on top...
An Easter Treasure from Georgia East and Krone Borealis Vintage Cap Classique…
Georgia East's Perlemoen Croquettes, so good with a great Cap Classique like the Krone Borealis Vintage Cuvée Brut 2020...
Crispy Bacon and Shredded Cabbage Salad served with Spier Signature Chardonnay Pinot Noir…
Crispy Bacon and Shredded Cabbage Salad is a perfect Autumn Salad to drink with the Spier Signature Chardonnay Pinot Noir...
Lamb’s Liver with Bacon & Gravy – Ina Paarman
Lamb’s Liver with Bacon & Gravy, used to be our regular Saturday Lunch when I was a child. Ina Paarman brings it to life again...
Brookdale Wine Estate certified as Member of ‘The Old Vine Project’…
Brookdale Wine Estate in Paarl certifies as a Member of ‘The Old Vine Project’ which tracks and ensures the life of 35 year old Vines...
_less wines have you asking for more…
Marlene Truter's sublime _less Wines are perfect wines for your Easter Cape Pickled Fish and Roast Lamb with Saffron Honey by Dianne Bibby...
Landskroon Cinsaut 2020, so good served chilled with Vickie de Beer’s Chinese Chicken Stir Fry…
Back in popularity again, Cinsaut, which saved the wine industry in the early 20th Century. Frequently used in red blend in the 60s & 70s...
Oldenburg Vineyards CL White Blend 2020, excellent with Coconut Fish Curry by Carey Boucher Erasmus…
Oldenburg Vineyards CL White Blend 2020 Oldenburg Vineyards is a family-owned Wine Estate in the Banghoek Valley, the cooler side of the Stellenbosch Wine Appellation. Here, with the unique terroir and aspects. Nic van Aarde makes some utterly delicious wines. I have a feeling that this one he has made because it is the most
De Wetshof Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, perfect with a tranche of beef off the coals with a dab of herb butter…
A fine example of Cabernet Sauvignon from the De Wetshof Wine Estate in the beautiful Robertson Wine Valley...
Simonsig Gewürztraminer 2020, excellent with cheese like the Dalewood Fromage Simond or a mild creamy vegetable curry…
A truly sublime, a bouquet of aromatic wine, all the aromas and flavours of a tropical fruit bowl, a packet of Turkish Delight...
Tintswalo Introduces Kosher Safari Option At Tintswalo Family Camp In The Waterberg…
Fabulous accommodation, game drives, great Kosher Food, all on offer at Tintswalo Family Camp at Welgevonden...
Anthonij Rupert Wyne launches maiden vintage L’Ormarins Private Cuvée Cap Classique 2014…
A fine expression of the traditional grapes used in Cap Classique, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, a premier wine in every respect...
De Grendel Koetshuis Sauvignon Blanc 2021, perfect partner to Alida Ryder’s Gnocchi Carbonara…
De Grendel Koetshuis Sauvignon 2021, a fine blend of Lutzville and Darling Sauvignon Blanc good with Gnocchi Carbonara...
Groot Constantia Merlot 2018. So good with Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Spicy Lamb with Roasted Eggplant, and Kale Salad in Garlic Yoghurt Dressing…
Excellent expression of this noble grape. One of the most popular wines sold by the glass or carafe in restaurants and wine bars...
Spier Noble Song Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, a fine no-Sulphur added wine from Johan Jordaan and Heidi Deitstein…
Noble Song is a range of no-sulphur-added wines by Johan Jordaan and Heidi Deitstein of Spier Wine Farm, modern appealing wines...
The Cellars Hohenort to present an unforgettable Family Feast on Easter Sunday…
The Cellars Hohenort Hotel presents an unforgettable Family Feast on Easter Sunday With Easter to look forward to, it’s time to gather family and friends and book an Easter Sunday lunch celebration at The Cellars Hohenort on Sunday 17 April 2022. A five-star epicurean experience awaits, served in the elegant Conservatory restaurant overlooking the magnificent garden surrounds. The Cellars Hohenort Executive
Pickled Fish or Pascal Lamb, a slice of Simnel Cake? Which wine for a Special Easter Dish, here are my choices……
Pickled Fish or Pascal Lamb, A slice of Simnel Cake, which wine for a Special Easter Dish, here's my selection…
Banhoek Chilli Oil, brilliant chilli heat from the cool part of Stellenbosch, Banhoek Valley…
You really need a bottle of the Banhoek Chilli Oil in your kitchen. To splash onto meats, use in marinades, and as a seasoning on vegetables.
I’ll bring the wine, says the indefatigable Karen Dudley…
Karen Dudley and me I have known Karen Dudley since she was a schoolgirl. I am hugely respectful and admiring of her talents as a cook. She is eclectic, experienced, articulate and utterly charming. Nederburg Wines recently released a series of 5 episodes, which are available on YouTube, called I'll bring the Wine. Karen travels
5 minutes with Philip Deetlefs, Winemaker at Deetlefs Wine Estate in Rawsonville…
Always interesting knowing about wine makers and their lives, likes and dislikes. I spent 5 minutes with Philip Deetlefs...
Join the Harvest Wine Safari at Vergelegen Estate…
Join Vergelegen's Harvest Wine Safari for a real overview of the annual Grape Harvest..
Vegan Voices for Inspiration, A Celebration of Plant-based Living. A review by Myrna Robins…
This is a fine little book packed with information about veganism and going much further than just food, superb review by Myrna Robins...
Delheim Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, so good with Alida Ryder’s Easy Lemon Herb Grilled Lamb Ribs…
Delheim Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 was first bottle on the Estate in 1958, and under Roelof Lotriet, the winemaker, is going stratospheric...
The Johannesburg Cap Classique & Champagne Festival is back in April!…
The Johannesburg Cap Classique & Champagne Festival is back in town at The Inanda Club on 9th and 10th April...
Debbie McLaughlin’s Grilled Leg of Lamb with Fresh Mint & Tomato Vinaigrette…
Debbie McLaughlin's Grilled Leg of Lamb with Fresh Mint and Tomato Vnaigrette, perfect partner to Groote Post Old Man's Red Blend 2020...
Bruce Jack, Ghost in the Machine Elgin Chardonnay 2020 perfect partner to Alida Ryder’s Kick Ass Roast Chicken…
Ghost in the Machine Wines by Bruce Jack ring in he new year. Grapes from Vineyards around the Cape and made in Bruce's The Drift Cellar...
An exciting new Season beckons at Graham Beck with the appointment of Pieter Ferreira as Chief Operating Officer and Pierre De Klerk as Cellar Master…
Pierre de Klerk & Pieter Ferreira Graham Beck, a pioneering leader in the production of award-winning Cap Classique, has announced the appointment of Pierre de Klerk as Cellar Master with effect from 1 January this year. De Klerk previously held the title of Winemaker at Graham Beck and succeeds industry icon Pieter ‘Bubbles’ Ferreira who
Landskroon Unwooded Chardonnay 2021, so good with Nina Timm’s My Best BBQ Salmon…
A fine expression of the Chardonnay grown on Landskroon Estate in the Paarl Wine Appellation, Landskroon Unwooded Chardonnay 2021...
On February 27th, we wish you Happy National Milk Tart Day!…
Milk Tart is a major part of South African Culinary History and loved by many. So many different versions...
Stellenbosch Hills’ PG Slabbert celebrates quarter-century milestone….
PG Slabbert celebrates 25 years at Stellenbosch Hills. He has driven the success of the Winery's wines with his winemaker....
The Woman who loved Langenhoven, Searching for Sarah by Dominique Malherbe, a review by Myrna Robins…
Searching for Sarah, the woman who loved Langenhoven. A beautifully researched biography of the Executor of his Literary Estate...
De Grendel Op die Berg Chardonnay 2021, a wine from a continental climate…
De Grendel Op die Berg Chardonnay 2021 Wines named Op die Berg come from the Graaff Farms high on the Witzenberg Mountain range in Ceres, at an altitude of 960 meters above sea level. Unlike most others, usually marine affected, this unique Wine Appellation exhibits South Africa’s only truly continental climate with winter temperatures frequently
Deon Meyer’s The Dark Flood, worth the wait – as always, says Myrna Robins…..
The Dark Flood by Deon Meyer, the long awaited English version now available. This seasoned author brings back Bennie Griessel...
The Plant Powered Show takes place in Cape Town in May…
The Plant Powered Show, takes place in the Cape Town International Convention Centre in the Mother City in May...
Spier Wine Farm Light Art will Scintillate your Senses…
Exhibitor at Spier Light Art Georgia Munnik 'How do you mourn' The fourth and highly anticipated edition of the celebrated annual Spier Light Art will be presented from 18 March to 18 April 2022. Experience an evocative world of light, sound and video art at the historic Stellenbosch Wine Farm. Johanna Reich - Crawler “We
De Wetshof Bateleur Chardonnay 2018, so good with Meeta K Wolff’s Apple Glazed Duck…
De Wetshof Bateleur Chardonnay 2018, the Estate's Flagship Chardonnay. Made from a single vineyard, planted in 1987...
A pair of Durbanville Hills Shiraz Wines. So good with your Valentine’s Day Dinner, Lizet Hartley’s Rolled Brisket Pot Roast with Samp…
Durbanville Hills Shiraz 2019 Durbanville Hills Winery is situated at the ed of a promontory which looks out over Table Mountain and The Atlantic Ocean and receives cooling breezes off the chilly Benguela current, so beneficial to the vineyards in the heat of Summer. Founding Cellarmaster, Martin Moore I haven’t spoken about the sublime red
Bizoe Estalét Syrah 2018, a perfect wine for your Valentine’s Day dinner…
Bizoe Estalét Syrah 2018 The Bizoe Winery of Rikus Neethling is situated in the outskirts of Somerset West in the Stellenbosch Wine Appellation. “Bizoe” is derived from the French word “Bisous”, meaning “little kiss”. Here, Rikus, makes an array of wines, the grape he uses are specially chosen from different Wine Appellations according to his
Two fine Shiraz wines from Durbanville Hills, the Durbanville Hills Shiraz and the Collectors Reserve Shiraz 2018…
Wilhelm Coetzee, Red Wine Specialist & his team produce Durbanville Hills Shiraz wine, Durbanville Hills Shiraz & Collector’s Reserve Shiraz...
Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Satin Nectar 2020, perfect with my Poulet Vallée d’Auge…
Here, using the classical Champagne grapes, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay & Pinot Meunier, is the perfect Demi Sec Cap Classique...
Oldenburg Vineyards Chenin Blanc 2019, excellent partner to Nina Timm’s Crispiest Sesame Chicken Strips…
A brilliant expression of Chenin Blanc, a polished oaked style, so perfect as a sipper and brilliant with food...
Spier Signature Series Pinotage 2019, the perfect partner for Lizet Hartley’s Fillet Steak ‘au poivre’ with a decadent Brandy Cream Sauce…
Spier Signature Series Pinotage 2019 Spier Wine Farm is a premier Tourist Destination situated in the Stellenbosch Wine Appellation. Cellar Master Johan Jordaan and his team make several wine ranges using grapes from the Estate and other Wine Appellations. Johan Joubert, Spier Wine Farm's Cellarmaster For me, each of the varietal wines in the Signature
Spijker, a fine Malbec worthy of your attention, and so good with Ilse van der Merwe’s Slow Roasted Lamb Shoulder….
Spijker, a Malbec of the vintage 2019 I have not really given this wine the attention it deserves. First of all, Malbec. Malbec used to be one of the Top 5 Wine Grapes in Bordeaux. It was in 1956, that a severe frost virtually wiped out the Bordeaux plantings. This left Cahors as the appellation
Pierre Wahl, Cape Winemaker’s Guild Member, steps into a new role as Cellar Master at Survivor Wines…
Pierre Wahl, Cape Winemakers Guild Member and Diner's Club Winemaker of the Year Awardee, appointed Cellarmaster of Survivor Wines...
Discover Whole Worlds between covers at Spier’s New Exhibition by Emma Willemse, Disrupt Il
Spier’s New Exhibition by Emma Willemse, Disrupt Il, is well worth the drive as they say in the Guide Michelin...
Trailblazers of the South African wine industry honoured at Groot Constantia on 02.02.22, the 363rd anniversary of the birth of the South African Wine Industry…
Four Trailblazers honoured for their part in the South African Wine Industry at Groot Constantia on the anniversary of the first harvest..
Cape Vintner Classification Summer Soirée at Vergelegen Wine Estate in Somerset West…
The Cape Vintner Classification Summer Soirée at Vergelegen looks like it is going to be a grand wine affair.
Groot Constantia Sauvignon Blanc 2021, excellent with Karen Booth’s Russian Salad…
Groot Constantia Sauvignon Blanc 2021 Groot Constantia is the cradle of our Wine Industry and is situated in the Constantia Wine Appellation, about a 20 minute drive from the Cape Town City Centre. One of the older wineries, granted in 1652 to previous Dutch Governor, Simon van der Stel. Floricius Beukes, Groot Constantia Vineyardist The
Afrikaner Sondebok Hans van Rensburg, ‘n resensie dear Geoff Olivier..
Afrikaner Sondebok, Hans van Rensburg, a fascinating story by Albert Blake, published by Jonathan Ball Publishing...
Celebrate Summer and St Valentine’s Day with the De Krans Pinotage Rosé…
De Krans Pinotage Rosé, an award winner over the years for Boets Nel, winemaker on this Family Owned Wine Estate...
De Grendel Viognier 2021, perfect with that Cape Tradition, Pickled Fish…
De Grendel Viognier 2021, is a perfect benchmark for the grape. Move out of your comfort zone and try something different...
5 Minutes with Jenny le Roux, doyenne of South African Fashion, indefatigable, energetic and always on point…
5 Minutes with Jenny le Roux to hear about her great successes in fashion in South Africa. Now running her own business jlr...
Bread is the Staff of Life, my two best breads, and some great bakes…
The Staff of Life – Houw Hoek Wholewheat Loaves Having grown up on a farm where fresh bread came out of the Aga oven in time for breakfast in the morning, I am berserk about good bread. My father used to make bread backing tins from empty paraffin tins which he treated before cutting and
Landskroon Sauvignon Blanc 2021, delicious with Ina Paarman’s Gin Cured Linefish…
Landskroon Sauvignon Blanc 2021, crisp with great 'green' attributes of this noble grape. Cellarmaster Paul de Villiers V, another stunner...
Share in the Blessing of The Harvest with the La Motte Harvest Experience…
Share in the Blessing of The Harvest with the La Motte Harvest Experiencei the beautiful Franschhoek Wine Appellation...
Celebrate Love at Spier : Your Most Romantic Valentine’s Day Ever…
Celebrate Love at Spier during the season of St Valentine's Day. So much to do on this premier wine destination...
De Wetshof The Site Chardonnay 2019, so good with Nadia Graves’s Duck Breast with Honey and Vinegar…
The Site Chardonnay 2019 from De Wetshof Wine Estate in the Robertson Wine Appellation, a perfect food partner...
Landskroon Wine Estate loses its Facebook Page and says “We’re Here To Stay”….
Landskroon Wine Estate needs your help to build up their Facebook Page which disappeared recently, come on, you know you want to!
Simonsig The Grapesmith Die Kluisenaar 2018, so good with Alida Ryder’s Pan Seared Duck Breast with Honey Soy Glaze…
Made from Roussanne and Marsanne, which make long living wines in France, Simonsig The Grapesmith Die Kluisenaar 2018, a perfect food wine...
Durbanville Hills’ The Tangram White Blend 2018 awarded as one of the world’s 12 top-scoring wines…
The Tangram White Blend 2018, classic Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon blend finds favour as one of the World's Top Scoring Wines...
Stellenrust Barrel Selection Cabernet Franc 2018, so good with Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Roast Pork with Spiced Plums…
Fabulous expression of Cabernet Franc in the Stellenrust Barrel Selection Cabernet Franc 2018. One of the oldest Bordeaux wine grapes...
Groot Constantia Lady of Abundance 2018, so good with a tranche of steak off the braai or out of a pan…
This is the second vintage of the Groot Constantia Lady of Abundance 2018, a blend of Shiraz, Merlot,, Pinotage and a dollop of Tannat...
The Cape Wine Auction is back on Saturday, February 12, at the luxurious Quoin Rock Wine Estate in Stellenbosch…
The Cape Wine Auction is back and will be held on February 12th at the beautiful Quoin Rock Estate in Stellenbosch...
Ilse van der Merwe’s Salmon Salad with Fennel, Ricotta, Capers, and Cucumbers, paired with Spier 21 Gables Sauvignon Blanc…
Spier 21 Gables Sauvignon Blanc is a great sipping wine and excellent with summery food, this salad is perfect...
Johannesburg’s globally renowned Marabi Club announces Pop-Up with Chef Katlego Mlambo…
Pop-Up with Chef Katlego Mlambo at the Marabi Club from January 20th. Prepare for a trip to Flavour Town...
A PROMISE OF ANKLES by Alexander McCall Smith, another excellent review by Myrna Robins…
A PROMISE OF ANKLES by Alexander McCall Smith As an academic who has written more than 100 books on a variety of subjects he is surely unique. As Professor Emeritus of Medical Law at the University of Edinburgh McCall Smith also holds honorary doctorates from 13 universities, which could present another record achievement. While South
Debbie Thompson – Le Grand Domaine’s Secret Weapon…
Debbie Thompson, Winemaker Extraordinaire at Le Grand Domaine in Devon Valley at the heart of the Stellenbosch Wine Appellation...
Proposal Hill Cap Classique Brut Rosé 2017, a De Grendel Wine with a romantic De Grendel story…
De Grendel Proposal Hill Cap Classique 2017, a gem of a wine by Founding Winemaker, Charles Hopkins. Made from Pinot Noir...
Some finds of 2021, and their food partners….
Some finds of 2021, wines which we have so enjoyed drinking over the last weeks., there are more and I will write again soon...
Ripe Figs Recipes & Stories Celebrating the Eastern Mediterranean by Yasmin Kahn, a review by Myrna Robins…
Ripe Figs Recipes & Stories Celebrating the Eastern Mediterranean by Yasmin Kahn, a review by Myrna Robins…
Landskroon Wine Estate Chenin Blanc 2021, perfect with my Chicken & Curry Mayonnaise…
Landskroon Wine Estate Chenin Blanc 2021, made from a grape which is the greatest proportion of our National Vineyards...
End your year and start the new one with Groote Post Cap Classique Brut with Debbie McLaughlin’s retro Prawn Cocktail…
Groote Post Cap Classique Brut nv, a fine example of Cap Classique from vineyards much affected by cool breezes off the ocean...
Mushrooms of South Africa, pocket guide for fungi enthusiasts, a review by Myrna Robins…
Mushrooms of South Africa, the second edition by Marieke Gyzenhout, reviewed by the doyenne of wine and food writers Myrna Robins...
Spier Signature Series Chenin Blanc 2020, back into my wine comfort zone with a plate of Ceviche……
Spier Signature Series Chenin Blanc 2020, made by Johan Jordaan and his team, is the perfect sipping wine and great with food...
The Urban Vegetable Patch by Grace Paul – a review by Myrna Robins…
The Urban Vegetable Patch. Myrna Robins says "This all adds up to producing one of the most attractive little DIY guides I have encountered."
Delaire Graff Summercourt Chardonnay 2020, perfect partner to Nina Timm’s Granny’s Roast Chicken…
Delaire Graff Summercourt Chardonnay 2020, is made in the Estate's Cellar by Award Winning Winemaker Morné Vrey, from a neighbour's grapes...
De Wetshof Bon Vallon Chardonnay 2021, a fine unoaked Chardonnay from the premier Chardonnay Specialists in the Robertson Wine Appellation…
De Wetshof Bon Vallon Chardonnay 2021, hauls in a Veritas gold and a position in Top 100 wines, as selected by the American magazine Wine Spectator. This fine unoaked Chardonnay is a fine sipper and great with food.
Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Satin Nectar 2020, so good with a tranche of Dalewood Fromage Petit Brie Estate Cheese…
Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Satin Nectar 2020, so good with a slice of Dalewood Fromage Estate Cheese Petit Brie...
A Pretoria Boy by Peter Hain. A review by Myrna Robins…
A Pretoria Boy by Peter Hain well known Anti Apartheid Activist, later to become a Lord in the British Parliament...
Good Value Down Under, a review by Myrna Robins of Halliday Pocket Wine Companion 2021…
Australia's favourite Wine Guide, by a well known & respected James Halliday. The Halliday Pocket Wine Companion review by Myrna Robins...
Oldenburg Grenache Noir 2016 from the Vineyards Series, so good with Dianne Bibby’s Easy Tuna Bake…
Oldenburg Grenache Noir 2016, a gem of a wine recently released from the Oldenburg Vineyard's Library. A stunning expression of the Grape...
Advent Calendar Day 24, the fabulous Krone Borealis Cuvée Brut 2019 and the Krone Rosé Cuvée Brut 2019…
Krone in the Tulbagh Wine Appellation produces a fabulous range of Cap Classiques to favour many tastes, Krone Borealis amongst them...
Advent Calendar Day 23, Klein Constantia Sauvignon Blanc 2021, by Matt Day, a jewel in the Constantia Crown…
Advent Calendar Day 23 Klein Constantia Sauvignon Blanc. 40 years in the making ans still going stratospheric with Matt Day...
Advent Calendar Day 23 The Drift Wines Year of the Rooster Rosé 2020, just think pink….
The Drift Wines Year of the Rooster Rosé 2020, a Cinsaut bassed wine, so delicious. showing great fruit and wonderfully fry...
Advent Calendar Day 22 Warwick Professor Black Sauvignon Blanc 2021, a gem of a wine by JD Pretorius…
Warwick Professor Black Sauvignon Blanc 2021 a gem of a wine made by JD Pretorius from grapes from 2 blocks on the slopes of the Simonsberg..
Advent Calendar Day 22 De Morgenzon Rosé, a gem of a wine from Stellenbosch Kloof…
De Morgenzon Rosé 2021 made from red and wine grapes which have classical music piped through to the vineyards...
A couple of Christmas and New Year Bottles you should have in your fridge and cupboard….
Christmas and New Year Bottles for your fridge and cellar, a lovely mélange for you...
Advent Calendar Day 21, Constantia Royale Don’s Reserve 2020, a fine expression of an oaked Constantia Sauvignon by Roger Burton…
Constantia Royale Don's Reserve 2020 is a fine example of a cool climate discreetly oaked cool climate Sauvignon Blanc...
Advent Calendar Day 20, Bouchard Finlayson Hannibal 2018, a salute to France, Italy and the African Elephant…
Bouchard Finlayson Hannibal 2018, is an homage to the Carthaginian General whoc crossed the Alps with 100,000 troops and 40 War Elephants...
Advent Calendar Day 19, The Drift Mary le Bow Viognier 2019, excellent wine for some fine summery food…
Mary le Bow Viognier 2019, is made up of 85% Viognier from he Frater Family Farm in Ashton and 15% Chenin Blanc from Stellenbosch...
Advent Calendar Day 18, La Motte Vin De Joie 2021, a delicious dry Provençal style Rosé for Summer drinking…
La Motte Vin De Joie 2021, a deliciously dry Provençal style Rosé, perfect for Summer quaffing, excellent with food...
Advent Calendar Day 17, Iona Monopole, Elgin Highlands Sauvignon Blanc 2021. A fine example of an Elgin Sauvignon Blanc with a dollop of Semillon…
Iona Monopole, Elgin Highlands Sauvignon Blanc 2021, a Jewel in the Elgin Crown. Iona Vineyards are on the Elgin Highlands...
Advent Calendar Day 16, Longridge Blanc de Blancs Cap Classique Brut nv, a fine expression from Jasper Raats…
Longridge Blanc de Blancs Cap Classique from the Estate in The Golden Triangle, a fine expression by Jasper Raats...
Groot Constantia Pinotage 2019, a South African Wine good with a South African Dish, My Tomato Bredie…
Groot Constantia Pinotage 2019 Groot Constantia Wine Estate is situated about 20 minutes’ drive south of the centre of Cape Town in one of the older wine producing regions of South Africa, the Constantia Wine Appellation. Blessed with much history in terms of the popularity of its wine in. Found in the great Royal Halls
Advent Calendar Day 15, Vergelegen Premium Chardonnay 2020, superb structure with clever delicate oaking by Andre van Rensburg…
For Advent Day 15, Vergelegen Premium Chardonnay 2020. A perfectly structured wine with delicate oaking for the superb fruit...
De Grendel Cap Classique Brut 2018, so good with Sardines fresh off the braai…
De Grendel Cap Classique Brut 2018, a perfect wine for the happy holidays ahead. For sipping or with food, totally delicious...
Advent Calendar Day 14, The Drift Estate “Over the Moon” 2018, an unusual blend of red varieties, great with food…
Over the Moon, fine blend if a variety of red wine grapes, including two Portuguese Port Varieties. Serve Chilled...
Advent Calendar Day 13, Elgin Vintners Merlot 2019, a fine expression of cool climate Merlot by Dr Marinda Kruger…
Elgin Vintners Merlot 2019, a fine expression of this noble grape by Dr Marinda Kruger, Shareholder and Winemaker a Elgin Vintners...
Advent Calendar Day 12, Elgin Vintners The Century 2019, a superb white blend by Marinda Kruger of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon…
Advent Calendar Day 12, Elgin Vintners The Century 2019, is a serious blend of two noble varieties, Sauvignon Blanc & Semillon...
ADVENT CALENDAR DAY 11, DU TOITSKLOOF SAUVIGNON BLANC 2020, SINGLE VINEYARD BLOCK, OLD VINES, FABULOUS EXPRESSION…
The Du Toitskloof Sauvignon Blanc 2020 has so much going for it, old vines, single vineyards. Impressive Glass...
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