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Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel, a pioneering wine in the South African Wine Industry, the first step taken by Frans Malan in 1971…

Frans Malan, innovator and pioneer, created the first Kaapse Vonkel in 1971, Champagne style now known as Méthode Cap Classique...

January 12th, 2021|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: Francois Malan, Frans Malan, Johan Malan, Kaapse Vonkel, Sellenbosch Wine, Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel, Simonsig Wine Estate, South African Champagne, Stellenbosch|
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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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