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...

ADVENT CALENDAR DAY 10, 2 SUPERB MURATIE CABERNETS, SHOWING HOW FINE STELLENBOSCH CABERNETS CAN BE…

Muratie Martin Melck Cabernet ,Advent Calendar No 9, the 2017 and 2018 really show off how superbly Cabernet shows in Stellenbosch...

December 10th, 2021|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: , Hattingh de Villiers, , Muratie Martin Melck Cabernet 2017, Muratie Martin Melck Cabernet Family Reserve 2018, , , Stellenboch Wine|
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OLDENBURG VINEYARDS PER SE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2019, PERFECT WITH DIANNE BIBBY’S RED WINE OXTAIL…

Oldenburg Vineyards Per Se Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 Oldenburg Vineyards is in the cooler part of the Stellenbosch Wine Appellation, The Banghoek Valley. Surrounded by mountain reaching up to the sky, there is an enchanting little hillock known as Rondekop. Made up of ferricrete soils, vines grown here have roots set deep down which extract much

November 26th, 2021|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: , , , , Oldenburg Vineyards Per Se Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, , Slow Braised Red Wine Oxtail, |

DE GRENDEL ROSÉ 2021, A ROSE BY ANY OTHER NAME WOULD NOT TASTE AS FINE…

De Grendel Rosé 2021 In one of the most perfect marine climate settings in the Cape, De Grendel Wine Estate sits on the slopes of the Tygerberg Hills, thus named for the spotty indigenous fynbos which covers it. Facing Table Mountain in the South and the Atlantic Ocean to the west, the Estate is a

November 9th, 2021|Categories: podcasts, wine of the day|Tags: , Charles Hopkins, De Grendel Restaurant, , , , , Ian Bergh, |

SIMONSIG LABYRINTH CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2017, PERFECT WITH A TRANCHE OF SKIRT STEAK WITH MUSTARD SAUCE…

Simonsig Labyrinth Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, first bottled on the Estate in 1976, presents a fine wine as a result of improved clones on suitable sites...

Oldenburg Vineyards Rondekop Series Per Se Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, excellent with my Tomato Bredie…

Oldenburg Vineyards Rondekop Series Per Se Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, a perfect companion to a richly flavoured Tomato Bredie...

Oldenburg Vineyards Series Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, excellent with Diane Bibby’s Roast Leg of Lamb with Saffron Honey…

Oldenburg Vineyards Series Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, a great expression of the grape. from the cooler side of Stellenbosch...

Michael Olivier Talking Wine, Landskroon Paul de Villiers Cabernet Sauvignon 2018,  a podcast…

Landskroon Paul de Villiers Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, a flagflyer for the Estate. 5 generations of Pauls have been Cellarmasters...

Advent Calendar Day 8, Vergelegen Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 – Michael Olivier Talking Wine…

Vergelegen Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, without doubt one of the truly great wines of the Cape...

Saxenburg Private Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, perfect with Alida Ryder’s Vegetarian Lasagna with Sweet Basil Pesto & Ricotta…

Saxenburg Private Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 2015 Position is so important when it comes to many things. For a Wine Estate it is critical. And so it is with Saxenburg Wine Estate in the southernmost part of the Stellenbosch Wine Appellation. Situated in the first Polkadraai Hills north of False Bay, where cooling Summer breezes

September 18th, 2020|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: , , , Koffieklip, Saxenburg Private Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, , Stellenbosch, |

Vergelegen Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, so good with Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Steak & Red Wine Jus with Beetroot & Cauliflower Mash…

Vergelegen Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, a jewel in the Stellenbosch Crown from one of the Appellations oldest and grandest Wine Estates...

Alto Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, delicious with Grilled Pork Chops with Honey Garlic Glaze…

Alto Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, recently released new vintage by Bertho Eksteen, classical Helderberg expression of this noble grape...

February 26th, 2020|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: , Alto Cabernet Sauvignon, , Alto Wines, Bertho van der Westhuizen, , , Pork Chops, , Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon, |

De Wetshof Estate Naissance Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, perfect with Jane-Anne Hobbs’s Slow-Cooked Moroccan-Spiced Beef and Apricot Stew with Naartjie Couscous…

As Chardonnay specialists, De Wetshof Estate produce some truly fine reds as the Naissance Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 shows, classical in style...

August 12th, 2019|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: , , Danie de Wet, De Wetshof Chardonnay, De Wetshof Naissance Cabernet Sauvignon, , Jane Anne Hobbs, , |
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Cavalli Colt 2016 will gussy up Alida Ryder’s Slow Braised Lamb Shanks perfectly…

A fine Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon from Craig Barnard on the Cavalli Estate, the Cavalli Colt 2016 is a stunner of a wine...

May 8th, 2019|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: , , , Cavalli Cabernset Sauvignon, Cavalli Wine Estate, Craig Barnard, |
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Glenelly The Glass Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, so good with Lizet Hartley’s Whole Roast Neck of Lamb…

One of a range of superbly drinkable wines by Luke O'Cuinneagain, the Glenelly The Glass Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2016...

Oldenburg Rondekop Per Se Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, good with Ina Paarman’s Eggplant Involtini…

A superb example of a fine Cabernet Sauvignon, from Stellenbosch, the home of Cabernet, Oldenburg Rondekop Per Se Cabernet Sauvignon 2015...

De Wetshof Thibault 2010, perfect partner to Jane Anne Hobbs’s Slow-roasted Stuffed Leg of Lamb with a Basil Walnut Sauce…

A Bordeaux style blend of Cabernet Sauvignon & Merlot, a wine of substance, the De Wetshof Thibault 2010...

November 7th, 2018|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: , , , Danie de Wet, , Jane Anne Hobbs, , Merlot, , Robertson, , South African Red Blend, |

Peter Falke PF Blanc de Noir 2018, best with Alida Ryder’s Creamy Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta…

A fine expression of a vintage, Cabernet Sauvignon from the Helderberg used to great effect in the Peter Falke PF Blanc de Noir 2018..

A “TRIPLE GOLD” AT VERITAS FOR NEIL ELLIS CABERNETS – THREE YEARS IN A ROW

A respected award-winning winemaker, Neil Ellis reaps in a Gold & a Double Golo for his Stellenbsch & Jonkershoek Cabernet Sauvignons

October 16th, 2018|Categories: Michael's Writings|Tags: , Darling, , Neil Ellis, Neil Ellis Wines, Stellenbosch, , , Warren Ellis|
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Two Studs from Excelsior, Peter de Wet names two wines after the Estate’s stud horses…..

Excelsior Evanthius Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 and Excelsior San Louis Shiraz 2012, two fine wines from this Robertson Wine Valley Estate, named for two of their stud horses.

October 12th, 2018|Categories: Michael's Writings|Tags: , , Excelsior Wine Estate, , Robertson Wine Valley, |
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Oldenburg Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, good with a piece of steak served with Alida Ryder’s Easy Creamy Pepper Sauce….

Oldenburg Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, a fine example of Cabernet Sauvignon, from a much punted Cabernet Sauvignon region, Stellenbosch. Superb 6 year old which needs a plaster of good meat.

June 26th, 2018|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: , Cabernet Franc, , Easy Creamy Pepper Sauce, , , Sauvignon Blanc, |

Peter Falke PF Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, delicious counterfoil to Nina Timm’s Pork Roast with Garlic & Lime

Peter Falke PF Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 comes from Groenvlei Farm, home of Peter Falke WInes, in the foothills of Stellenbosch's Helderberg Mountain. A perfect expression of the 2015 vintage and of place.

May 7th, 2018|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: , , , Peter Falke Wines, , |
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Glenelly Glass Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, so good with Alida Ryder’s Easy Creamy Pepper Sauce on steak..

Glenelly Wine Estate in Stellenbosch bought as a plum farm by Madame May Eliane de Lencquesaing in 2003 boasts fine award winning wines, a superb The Vine Bistro and a large eclectic glass collection and is well worth the visit. Get it high on your bucket list - now!

The Glenelly Glass Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, ideal with Nina Timm’s Fried Liver with Rich Onion Gravy

The Glenelly Glass Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 is part of range of wines named for the Estate's well known Glass Collection. A fine Simonsberg Cabernet by Luke O'Cuinneagain.

April 2nd, 2018|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: , , , , , Stellenbosch, The Vine Bistro at Glenelly|
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Groot Constantia Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 lovely match with Dianne Bibby’s Smoky Joe’s Beef Fillet with lemony salsa verde – 22.01.2018

Groot Constantia Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 I well remember the queues of cars which parked outside the sales room at Groot Constantia in the mid 1970s lining up on Wednesdays and Saturdays to buy the scarce wines of the Estate. Groot Constantia and Cabernet Sauvignon fit together like hand in glove. Viticulturist Floricius Beukes, who has

Peter Falke Blanc de Noir 2017, good with Dianne Bibby’s Roast Aubergines with Miso & Pomelo – 28.12.2017

During these lazy, hazy, what-day-is-it, days between Christmas and New Year when lunch time comes around all too quickly and all you are looking for is a glass of meaningful pink to refresh you and go with a delicious little cold lunch time snack, Peter Falke Blanc de Noir 2017 is just the answer.

Advent Calendar #13 wine – The Aristea Cabernet Sauvignon Vintage 2015…

Advent Calendar #13 wine, Aristea Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, made by 11th generation winemaker Matthew Krone. Exceptional expression from the Golden Triangle, Stellenbosch.

Willow Creek Chicken with Prunes & Carrots – what you can do with a mélange of ingredients – 31.10.2017

When you have a good quality Willow Creek Extra Virgin Olive Oil, you don't need much else to make a great supper from a mix of ingredients in your fridge. A bottle of Conradie Family Vineyards Cabernet helps!

November 1st, 2017|Categories: Uncategorized|Tags: , carrots, , Conradie Family Vineyards, Prunes, South African Olive Oils, , |
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Mulderbosch Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé 2017 & Dianne Bibby’s Aubergines with Miso & Pomelo – 25.10.2017

A fine Rosé, the Mulderbosch Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé 2017. Purpose grown grapes, creating a lovely zesty bright fruited wine. Just add Dianne Bibby's Aubergine dish - perfect match.

Boschendal 1685 Cabernet Sauvignon & Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Italian Shepherd Pie – 17.08.2017

Boschendal 1682 Cabernet Sauvignon is a fabulous cool climate Cabernet from the 2015 Vintage. Perfect with Carey Boucher Erasmus's Italian Shepherd's Pie.

August 19th, 2017|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: Boschendal Wine, , , |
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Asara The Vineyard Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 & Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Lamb Pilaf with Dates & Cranberries – 19.06.2017

Asara The Vineyard Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 Asara Wine Estate and Hotel is situated on the rolling Polkadraai Hills west of Stellenbosch at in the heart of its Wine Appellation.  These rolling hills provide many aspects and facings and soil types for the selection of wine grape varieties grown on the estate. The main supply

DeWaal Cab is King! And so is Dad! Celebrate Father’s Day with a special offer

Cab is King! And so is Dad! Celebrate a DeWaal Fathers Day with one of their great Cabernets and a special gift for Dads

June 12th, 2017|Categories: Michael's Writings|Tags: , , Father's Day 2017, South African Wines, Stellenbosch|
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The Game Reserve, wines from Rooiberg Robertson…

You are well warned before you reach Rooiberg Cellar While many are in the Robertson Valley enjoying the Wacky Wine Weekend, we are at home drinking some fine Robertson Wines. And two of them are very South African, the Chenin Blanc and the Pinotage.  Chenin Blanc is the largest planted wine grape in the country,

June 3rd, 2017|Categories: Michael's Writings|Tags: , , Robertson Wine Valley, , The Game Reserve Wines|
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Roast Pork with Leeks & Fennel – Ina Paarman

Roast Pork with Leeks & Fennel – Ina Paarman I have known Ina Paarman for over 35 years.  I first met her when she was a lecturer at the Cape Technical College.  Her enthusiasm for teaching, to showing people the way in its most simple form and providing a whole range of food products which

My Lamb Knuckle & Quince Bredie…

Quinces photographed by Charlie Lee Potter Quinces, which have been grown at the Cape for over 350 years, are back in season again. They were planted and mentioned in his diary by Jan van Riebeek’ s gardeners in the Company Gardens in Cape Town shortly after the settlement at the Cape by the

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