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Myrna Robins talks about the Platter’s 2019 South African Wine Guide by Diner’s Club….

I asked my friend Myrna Robins if I could repost her excellent piece on the Platter's 2019 South African Wine Guide - permission granted...

January 19th, 2019|Categories: Michael's Writings|Tags: Andre Morgenthal, Erika Obermeyer, Myrna Robins, Platter's SA Wine Guide, Rosa Kruger, South African Wine|
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Platter’s Five Star triumph for Steenberg The Black Swan 2017…..

Steenberg The Black Swan 2017, a blend of the best grapes from the top two Sauvignon Blanc vineyards on Steenberg Farm...

November 6th, 2018|Categories: Michael's Writings|Tags: Platter's SA Wine Guide, Sauvignon Blanc, South African Sauvignon Blanc, South African Wine, Steenberg The Black Swan, Steenberg Wines|
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Steenberg Lady R grande cuvée 2012 takes 5 stars in Platter’s

Steenberg Lady R, a classical MCC, using both Chardonnay and Pinot Noir last week was awarded 5 stars in the Platter's South African Wine Guide. One of only three to make the accolade.

November 6th, 2017|Categories: Michael's Writings|Tags: JD Pretorius, MCC, Platter's SA Wine Guide, South African Champagne, South African MCC, South African Wine, Steenberg Farm|
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fav-57 As a young aspiring chef, Michael laid a solid foundation for his career at the Cordon Bleu Cooking School in London. Over the next 30 years he had a series of high profile hospitality management posts, was the Public Relations Manager for Boschendal and ran three successful restaurants in the Cape, one of which, Parks, featured in the national top 10 restaurants.

Michael is a family man, author and broadcaster.
A lifetime devoted to the promotion and appreciation of the South African wine and food industry has earned him many accolades, including the Lannice Snyman Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2013 Eat Out Awards.

Michael continues to be prolific, informative and entertaining on his wine and food website, michaelolivier.co.za

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