Stellenbosch Wine Archives | Michael Olivier

Delaire Graff White Rock Sauvignon Blanc 2018, partner to Roberta Muir’s Manchego, Orange & Walnut Salad…

Made especially for Woolworths, Morné Vrey's Delaire Graff White Rock Sauvignon Blanc 2018 is a sublime expression of the grape...

March 17th, 2019|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, Delaire Graff White Rock Sauvignon Blanc, Delaire Graff Wine Estate, Delaire Graff Wines, Morné Vrey, Roberta Muir, South African Sauvignon Blanc, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine, Virgil Kahn|

Hartenberg The Eleanor Chardonnay 2016, lovely partner to Sophia Lindops Mussel & Litchi curry…

One of the many wines so superbly made by Carl Schultz and his team, Hartenberg The Eleanor Chardonnay 2016 is named for Eleanor Finlayson...

March 17th, 2019|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, Chardonnay, Hartenberg Chardonnay, Hertenberg Wine Estate, Sophia Lindop, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Chardonnay, Stellenbosch Wine|

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...

March 15th, 2019|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, Cabernet Sauvignon, Glenelly The Glass Colleciton Cabernet Sauvignon, Glenelly Wines, Heinrih Louw, Lizet Hartley, Luke O'Cuinneagain, Madame May Eliane de Lancquesaing, Stellenbosch Wine|

Asara The Bell Tower 2013, great with Alida Ryder’s Honey-Garlic Pork Ribeye Steaks…

Asara releases a new vintage of the sublime Asara The Bell Tower 2013, named for the modern Bell Tower which rings twice daily when the hot scones arrive at The Deli...

March 14th, 2019|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: Alida Ryder, Asara The Bell Tower, Asara Wine Estate, Asara Wine Estate and Luxury Hotel, Bordeaux Blend, Stellenbosch Wine|

Peter Falke Signature Exclusive Blend 2014, so good with Sophia Lindop’s Asian pork with Sichuan Pepper…

From Groenvlei Farm on the foothills of the Helderberg, Werner Schrenk offers his sublime Peter Falke Signature Exclusive Blend 2014...

March 12th, 2019|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Peter Falke Wines, Sophia Lindop, Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch Wine, Werner Schrenk|

25 Year Celebratory Tasting Series with Ken Forrester Wines…

Ken Forrester, also known as Mr Chenin is holding 25 Year Celebratory Tastings his renowned Ken Forrester Wines...

March 8th, 2019|Categories: Michael's Writings|Tags: 25 years of Chenin Blanc, Ken Forrester, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine|

Simonsig The Labyrinth Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, perfect match to Roberta Muir’s Asparagus & Goat Cheese Risotto…

Simonsig Wine Estate first produced Cabernet in 1976, 1977 it won the General Smuts Trophy for SA Champion Wine, current vintage is the Simonsig The Labyrinth Cabernet Sauvignon 2016...

March 7th, 2019|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, Francois Malan, Johan Malan, Roberta Muir, Simonsig Cabernet Sauvignon, Simonsig Wines, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon, Stellenbosch Wine|

Kontras – boutique wines, made by two contrasting friends…

Kontras - two boutique wines, a Cabernet Sauvignon and a Chenin Blanc made from Stellenbosch grapes...

February 26th, 2019|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: Chris Swanepoel, Johannes Kopp, Kontras Wine, Malva Pudding, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine|

Peter Falke PF Blanc de Noir 2018, delicious with Sophia Lindop’s Pickled Fish…

From Groenvlei Farm in the foothills of the Helderberg in the Stellenbosch Wine Appellation comes the delicious summer Peter Falke PF Blanc de Noir 2018...

February 20th, 2019|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Sauvignon Blanc de Noir, Groenvlei Farm, Peter Falke Wines, Sophia Lindop, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine|

Delaire Graff Banghoek Reserve Chardonnay 2017, lovely start to a meal with Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Chicken Liver Parfait, Spiced Cranberry Compote & Brioche…

Made from the Estate's own grapes, picked at different times to add complexity, the Delaire Graff Banghoek Reserve Chardonnay 2017...

February 18th, 2019|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, Banghoek, Banghoek Valley, Carey Boucher Erasmus, Chardonnay, Delaire Graff Wines, Morné Vrey, South African Chardonnay, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine|

Asara #8 The Vineyard Collection Cape Fusion 2015, a delicious partner for Dianne Bibby’s Red Wine Ragu with Rigatoni…

My Asara #8 in my series of Asara Wines, The Vineyard Collection Cape Fusion 2015, great with Dianne Bibby's Pasta...

February 17th, 2019|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: Asara Cape Fusion, Asara Wine, Asara Wine Estate and Luxury Hotel, Cape Blend, Dianne Bibby, Malbec, Pinotage, Polkadraai Hills, Shiraz, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine|

Oldenburg Vineyards Series Syrah 2015, so good with Ina Paarman’s French Beef Stew with Shallots…

From the greatest vintage of the century, in the middle of the worst drought in living memory, the truly sublime Oldenburg Vineyards Series Syrah 2015...

February 16th, 2019|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, Ina Paarman, International Shiraz Day, Nic van Aarde, Oldenburg Vineyards, Oldenburg Vineyards Series Syrah 2015, Shiraz, South African Wine, Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch Wine, Syrah|

Quoin Rock White Blend 2017, so good with Roberta Muir’s Duck and Peach Salad…

From a range of fine wines by Jacques Maree, the Quoin Rock White Blend 2017 is in the Bordeaux Style, a mix of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon, matured in French Oak Barrels...

February 4th, 2019|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, Elim Wine, Quoin Rock White Blend, Quoin Rock Wines, Roberta Muir, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine|

Hartenberg Chardonnay 2016, lovely at lunchtime with Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Cape Malay Pickled Fish ‘Tacos’…

A stunner of a Stellenbosch Chardonnay by Carl Schultz on one of Stellenbosch's premier Estates, Hartenberg Chardonnay 2016...

January 30th, 2019|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: Carey Boucher Erasmus, Carl Schultz, Hartenberg Chardonnay, Hartenberg Wine, South African Chardonnay, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine|

Simonsig Woolworths Chenin Blanc Pinotage Reserve Collection 2017, perfect lunch time partner to Lizet Hartley’s Pork and Green Fig Terrine…

One of the top sellers on the shelves in Woolworths is the Woolworths Chenin Blanc Pinotage Reserve Collection 2017, made by Johan Malan of Simonsig and his team...

January 22nd, 2019|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: Chenin Blanc, Lizet Hartley, Pinotage, Pork Terrine, Simonsig Wines, Stellenbosch Wine, Woolworths Chenin Blanc Pinotage Reserve Collection 2017, Woolworths Wine|

Stellenbosch pulls out the stops for its 2019 Harvest Parade on February 2nd…

The streets of the Wine Town of Stellenbosch will be alive and filled with fun for the annual Harvest Parade 2019 on February 2nd...

January 21st, 2019|Categories: Michael's Writings|Tags: Harvest Parade, South African Wine, Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch Harvest Parade, Stellenbosch Wine|

Overgaauw Tria Corda 2014, perfect pairing with Jane-Anne Hobbs’s Slow-roasted Stuffed Leg of Lamb with a Basil Walnut Sauce…

Overgaauw Tria Corda 2014, three hearts from four generations, the Van Velden family of Stellenbosch...

January 12th, 2019|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: Braam van Veldon, David van Velden, David van Velden Snr, Jane Anne Hobbs, Overgaauw Sylvaner, Overgaauw Wine, South African Bordeaux Blend, South African Red Blend, Stellenbosch Wine, Sylvaner|

Glenelly Estate Reserve Chardonnay 2017, delicious with Christine Capendale’s Balsamic Char-Grilled Chicken…

The flagship white from this fabulous Stellenbosch Wine Estate, The Glenelly Estate Reserve Chardonnay 2017 fermented and matured in barrels...

January 4th, 2019|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #southafricanwine, #wineoftheday, Chardonnay, Christine Capendale, Luke O'Cuinneagain, May Eliane de Lanquesaing, Simonsberg, Stellenbosch Wine, Stellenbosch Wine Appellation|

Glenelly Estate in Stellenbosch – well worth the drive…

Glenelly Estate in Stellenbosch, well worth the visit for its Estate Wines, the fabulous setting, the Glenelly Glass Collection & The Vine Bistro...

December 28th, 2018|Categories: Michael's Writings|Tags: Christophe Dehosse, Heinrich Louw, Luke O’Cuinnegain, Mme May-Eliane de Lencquesaing, Simonsberg, Stellenbosch Wine, The Glenelly Glass Colletion, The Vine Bistro|

Delaire Graff Cabernet Franc Rosé 2018, fun with Christine Capendale’s Feta, Caramelised Onion & Biltong Focaccia…

A fine Twixmas wine, made in the year of exrtreme drought using a parent of Cabernet Sauvignon, Delaire Graff Cabernet Franc Rosé 2018...

December 27th, 2018|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Franc Rosé, Christine Capendale, Delaire Graff Cabernet Franc Rosé, Delaire Graff Wines, Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch Rosé, Stellenbosch Wine|

Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Brut 2016, perfect at breakfast with Nina Timms Breakfast Blinis…

The first classic Champagne style wine made in South Africa, Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Brut 2016, pioneered by Frans Malan in 1971...

December 24th, 2018|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, Francois Malan, Johan Malan, Kaapse Vonkel, Nina Timm, Simonsig Wines, South African Champagne, South African Wine, Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch Wine|

Oldenburg Vineyard Series Cabernet Franc 2015, such a treat with Christine Capendale’s Slow Roasted Lamb Pie…

A sublime expression of a parent of Cabernet Sauvignon, the Oldenburg Vineyard Series Cabernet Franc 2015 is one you need to land for Christmas...

December 20th, 2018|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, Banghoek Valley, Christine Capendale, Oldenburg Vineyard Series, Oldenburg VIneyard Series Cabernet Franc 2015, Oldenburg Vineyards, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine|

Advent Calendar #14 2018…

Two stunning reds and some delicious recipes for my Advent Calendar #14 2018...

December 14th, 2018|Categories: Michael's Writings|Tags: Advent Calendar #14 2018, Carmen Stevens, Franschhoek Cellar, Ina Paarman, Kunjani Wines, NoMU Foods, Stellenbosch Wine|

Simonsig Chenin Blanc 2018, perfect with Nadia Graves’s Perfect Roast Chicken…

The 50th harvest from the first bottling of the Simonsig Chenin Blanc, now 2018 vintage...

November 28th, 2018|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, Chenin Blanc, Francois Malan, Johan Malan, Nadia Graves, Simonsig Wine Estate, South African Chenin BlAnc, Stellenbosch Wine|

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...

November 19th, 2018|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, Banghoek Valley, Cabernet Sauvignon, Ina Paarman, Oldenburg Rondekop Per Se Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Oldenburg Vineyards, South African Cabernet Sauvignon, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon, Stellenbosch Wine, Stellenbosch Wine Appellation|

Asara MCC Brut 2015, good with one of Justine Wall’s Parmesan Pecan Swirls…

One of the happiest bottles of classically made bubbles, an any time Asara MCC Brut 2015...

November 8th, 2018|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, Asara MCC Brut, Justine Wall, Methode Cap Classique, Polkadraai, South African Champagne, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine|

Neethlingshof Caracal 2016, a Bordeaux style red blend is good with Lizet Hartley’s Rabbit with White Wine Dijon Cream Sauce & Pancetta Crisps…

De Wet Viljoen comes up with another stunner, the Neethlingshof Caracal 2016. A Cabernet Sauvignon led Bordeaux style red, matched with Lizet Hartley's delicious rabbit stew...

November 3rd, 2018|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, de Wet Viljoen, Lizet Hartley, Neethlingshof Wine Estate, South African Bordeaux Blend, Stellenbosch Wine|

6 Reasons to visit Simonsig this festive season…..

Lots of fun, lovely Kaapse Vonkel, super food from Cuvée Restaurant, Jazz on the Lawn, First Fizzdays. It's all happening at Simonsig this Festive Season...

November 1st, 2018|Categories: Michael's Writings|Tags: Carols by Candlelight, Cuvee Restaurant, First Fizzdays, Jazz on the Lawn, Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel, Simonsig Wine Estate, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine|

Vriesenhof Unwooded Chardonnay 2017, delicious with my deconstructed Sushi, so easy to make…

Vriesenhof Unwooded Chardonnay 2017, a sublime Stellenbosch unwooded Chardonnay by Nicky Claassens & Jan Boland Coetzee...

October 27th, 2018|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, Chardonnay, Deconstructed Suhi, Michael Olivier, South African Chardonnay, Stellenbosch Chardonnay, Stellenbosch Wine, Unwooded Chardonnay, Vriesenhof Wines|

The Glenelly Estate Reserve Chardonnay 2016, a good match with Christophe Dehosse’s fresh salmon trout & vegetable julienne with beurre blanc sauce…

Beautifully made on a beautiful Estate in beautiful Stellenbosch, the Glenelly Estate Reserve Chardonnay 2016is a multi award winner...

October 26th, 2018|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: Chardonnay, Luke O'Cuinneagain, South African Wine, SouthAfrican Chardonnay, Stellenbosch Chardonny, Stellenbosch Wine|

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..

October 18th, 2018|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, Alida Ryder, Blanc de Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Helderberg, Peter Falcke Blanc de Noir, Peter Falke Wines, South African Blanc de Noir, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine, Werner Schrenk|

The Simonsig GSM 2017, excellent with Ina Paarman’s Chilled Cherry Tomato Soup…

The Simonsig GSM 2017 is a fairly new innovation by Francois & Johan Malan, pioneers like their father, Frans.

October 10th, 2018|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, Chilled Tomato Soup, Francois Malan, Ina Paarman, Johan Malan, Simonsig Wines, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine|

Bellingham Homestead Pinotage 2017, great match with Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Biltong Sirloin with Blue Cheese Butter & Pickled Waterblommetjies…

In celebration of Pinotage Day on 13th October, you might want to land a bottle or two of the Bellingham Homestead Pinotage 2017...

October 8th, 2018|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, Bellingham, Carey Boucher Erasmus, Pinotage, Richard Duckitt, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine|

Asara #5 The Vineyard Collection Chardonnay Lightly Wooded 2015 with Dianne Bibby’s Wild Rice Salad with Sweet Peppers…

Asara #5 The Vineyard Collection Chardonnay Lightly Wooded 2015 is a fine example of delicate oak treatment and great quality fruit..

October 1st, 2018|Categories: Michael's Writings|Tags: Asara Vineyard Collection Chardonnay, Asara Wine Estate & Luxury Hotel, Dianne Bobby, South African Chardonnay, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Chardonnay, Stellenbosch Wine|

Delheim iconic Pinotage Rosé & Sauvignon Blanc released as Vegan friendly wines….

Delheim releases two of its icon wines, Pinotage Rosé and Sauvignon Blanc, now Vegan Friendly...

September 23rd, 2018|Categories: Michael's Writings|Tags: Delheim Wine, Nora Sperling-Thiel, Pinotage, Sauvignon Blanc, South African Vegan Wine, Stellenbosch Wine, Vegan Wine, Vistor Sperling|

Asara #4 The Asara Vineyard Collection Pinotage 2017, good match with Dianne Bibby’s Tunisian Chickpea Soup…

Asara #4 The Asara Vineyard Collection Pinotage 2017, my voyage through the sublime Asara Wines. Dianne Bibby provides the pairings

September 19th, 2018|Categories: Michael's Writings|Tags: Arek Witaszek, Asara Pinotage, Asara Wine Estate, Asara Wine Estate & Luxury Hotel, Pinotage, Sansibar Bistro, Sansibar Gin Bar, Stellenbosch Wine|

Peter Falke PF Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, loves Nadia Travers’s Beef Short Ribs with Red Wine & Port…

Specially selected grapes go into the making of Peter Falke PF Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, a fine Stellenbosch wine. Perfect with Nadia Travers's Beef Ribs

September 19th, 2018|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, Annandale Road, Cabernet Sauvignon, Groenvlei Farm, Helderberg Wines, Nadia Travers, Peter Falke Wines, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine, Werner Schrenk|

Simonsig Sunbird Sauvignon Blanc 2018, good match to Kate Liquourish’s Baked Feta Phyllo Parcels….

40 years ago, Simonsig Wine Estate in the Stellenbosch Wine Appellation, bottled its first Sauvignon Blanc, the Simonsig Sunbird Sauvignon Blanc 2018 is its successor.

September 17th, 2018|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, Francois Malan, Johan Malan, Kate Liquorish, Sauvignon Blanc, Simonsig Sundird Sauvignon Blanc, Simonsig Wines, Stellenbosch Wine|

Heritage Day Celebration at Simonsig, live music, great Cuvée food & sublime wines…..

At Simonsig Wine Estate in Stellenbosch, Heritage Day is a day of celebration, a family day with excellent food & sublime wines

September 13th, 2018|Categories: Michael's Writings|Tags: Heritage Day, Simonsig Wine Estate, Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch Wine|

Oldenburg Rondekop Stone Axe Syrah 2016, perfectly matched by Nina Timm’s Oriental Beef Casserole…

It's a hillock surrounded by mountains, and Rondekop makes such a difference in the wines it produces, like the Oldenburg Rondekop Stone Axe Syrah 2016

September 13th, 2018|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineofday, Banghoek Valley, Beef Casserole, Nina Timm, Oldenburg Rondekop Stone Axe Syrah 2016, Oldenburg Vineyards, Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch Wine, Syrah|

Asara Vineyard Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, celebrates International Cabernet Sauvignon Day…

Child of Cabernet Franc & Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon is celebrated today. I celebrate with Asara Vineyard Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2014

August 30th, 2018|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: Asara Vineyard Collection Cabernet Sauvignon, Asara Wine Estate & Luxury Hotel, International Cabernet Sauvignon Day, Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch Cabernet, Stellenbosch Wine|

The Asara Bell Tower 2013, a good match with a wedge of Dalewood Huguenot….

The Asara Bell Tower 2013, the perfect expression of a Stellenbosch Bordeaux style Blend.

August 19th, 2018|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: Asara Wine Estate, Cabernet Blend, Dalewood Fromage, Luxury Wineland Hotel, Sansibar Gin Bar, South African Bordeaux Blend, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine, The Bell Tower|

Asara #3 – The Vineyard Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Dianne Bibby provides the perfect match with her Roast leg of lamb with sweet onion marmalade…

The most eminent of red wine grapes, grown on the Asara Wine Estate, go into this carefully made wine. Dianne Bibby's Roast Lamb is a great match...

August 9th, 2018|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: Asara Cabernet Sauvignon, Asara Wine, Asara Wine Estate & Luxury Hotel, Diane Bibby, Sansibar Gin Bar, Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch Wine|

Asara Wine Estate appoints Johan Joubert as Cellarmaster…

Asara Wine Estate & Luxury Hotel has announced the appointment of experienced and much lauded Johan Joubert as Cellarmaster....

June 4th, 2018|Categories: Michael's Writings|Tags: Asara Wine Estate & Luxury Hotel, Asara Wines, Johan Joubert, Stellenbosch Wine|

Oldenburg Vineyards Rhodium 2014, so good with Nina Timm’s Pork Cutlets with Hazelnuts & Sage

A sublime Merlot and Petit Verdot blend, the Oldenburg Vineyards Rhodium 2014 spends 20 months in French oak Barrels. Full rich and flavoursome this meaty savoury wine needs well flavoured food as the perfect partner. Nina Timm steps in with her Pork cutlets...

May 17th, 2018|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, Nina Timm, Oldenburg Rhodium, Oldenburg Vineyards, Philip Costandius, Rhodium, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine|

Glenelly Estate Reserve 2012, heartwarming partner to Anina Meyer’s Veggie Packed Chakalaka…

Glenelly Estate Reserve 2012 is made by Luke O'Cuinnegain on the Glenelly Estate in the Stellenbosch Wine Appellation. Well worth a visit not only for its wines, but also The Vine Bistro and the Glenelly Glass Collection...

May 17th, 2018|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, Anina Meyer's Recipe, Christophe Dehoss, Glenelly Estate, Glenelly Wines, Luke O’Cuinnegain, South African Wine, Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch Wine, The Vine Bistro|

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: #wineoftheday, Cabernet Sauvignon, Nina Timm, Peter Falke Wines, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine|

Peter Falke PF Sauvignon Blanc 2017, perfect partner to Anina Meyer’s Spicy Sweet Potato and Couscous Veggie Bowl – 02.02.2018

Peter Falke PF Sauvignon Blanc 2017 The Wines of Peter Falke, which are grown and made on Groenvlei Farm up the Annandale Road on the lower slopes of the Helderberg, have the benefits of growing up in a fine climate with the benefit of cooling midsummer breezes off False Bay. These cause a slower ripening,

January 31st, 2018|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, Anina Meyer, Peter Falke PF Sauvignon Blanc 2017, Peter Falke Wines, Sauvignon Blanc, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine|

Glenelly’s ultimate wine & food experience in Stellenbosch…02.01.2018

The wines of Glenelly. What a fabulous experience tasting them with Luke O'Cuinneagain, the Estate's Winemaker.

January 3rd, 2018|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: Christophe Dehosse, Glenelly Estate Reserve Range, Glenelly The Glass Collection, Glenelly Wine Estate, Luke O’ Cuinneagain, May Eliane de Lencquesaing, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine|

Delaire Graff Chenin Blanc Swartland Reserve 2015 with Virgil Kahn’s Tikka Lamb Scotch Eggs – 30.12.2017

Delaire Graff Chenin Blanc Swartland Reserve 2015, a fine expression of Chenin by Morné Vrey. Perfect with Virgil Kahn's Tikka Lamb Scotch Eggs...

December 30th, 2017|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: Delaire Graff Wines, Indochine Restaurant, Morné Vrey, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine, Tikka Lamb Scoth Eggs, Virgil Kahn|

Mulderbosch Faithful Hound 2015, great match with Jane-Anne Hobbs’s Fillet, Rocket & Mash with Balsamic Glaze – 27.12.2017

A superb Stellenbosch Wine Appellation Bordeaux style blend, Mulderbosch Faithful Hound 2015 by Adam Mason.

December 27th, 2017|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: Bordeaux Blend, Jane Anne Hobbs, Mulderbosch Wine, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine, Stellenbosch Wine Appellation|

Mulderbosch Chardonnay 2017, good match with Dianne Bibby’s Cumin Lamb Kofta Phyllo Pastries – 24.11.2017

Sublime Mulderbosch Chardonnay 2017 from Adam Mason, using a variety of Stellenbosch Appellation sites. Perfect with Dianne Bibby's Cumin Lamb Kofta Phyllo Pastries...

November 24th, 2017|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, Adam Mason, Dianne Bibby, Mulderbosch Vineyards, South African Chardonnay, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Chardonnay, Stellenbosch Wine|

Delaire Graff Coastal Cuvée Sauvignon Blanc 2017 with Virgil Kahn’s Asparagus & Broccoli – 27.09.2017

Delaire Coastal Cuvée Sauvignon Blanc 2017 with Virgil Kahn's Asparagus & Broccoli. A fine Coastal Region Sauvignon to match Virgil's Asian food style.

October 12th, 2017|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, Bethwell Sombhuza, Delaire Coastal Cuvée Sauvignon Blanc, Delaire Graff Wines, Indochine Restaurant, Morné Vrey, Sauvignon Blanc, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine, Virgil Kahn|

Oldenburg Chenin Blanc 2015 & Sophia Lindop’s Cape salmon portions wrapped in vine leaves – 15.09.2017

Oldenburg Chenin Blanc 2015 & Sophia Lindop's Cape salmon portions wrapped in vine leaves. Wine from a premier Stellenbosch producer and food from a premier Cape Town Kitchen

September 15th, 2017|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, Chenin Blanc, Oldenburg Vineyards, Sophia Lindop, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine|

Simonsig Labyrinth Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 & Ina Paarman’s Venison Pie – 02.08.2017

Simonsig Labyrinth Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 If you want to know which as the first private estate in Stellenbosch to have bottled almost any single variety, Simonsig is one of the first you would investigate. Frans Malan, the founder was a real pioneer in the wine industry, first bottled his Cabernet Sauvignon in 1976. The 1977

August 6th, 2017|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #cabernetsauvignon, #wineoftheday, Francois Malan, Ina Paarman, Johan Malan, Simonsig Wine Estate, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine|

Glenelly – French flair in a Cape Vineyard

Glenelly Estate in Stellenbosch is a jewel in the crown of the Appellation. Luke O'Cuinneagain is making sublime wines which Christophe Dehosse matches at The Vine Bistro.

July 4th, 2017|Categories: Michael's Writings|Tags: Christophe Dehosse, Glenelly Wines, Luke O'Cuinneagain, Mme May-Eliane de Lencquesaing, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine, The Vine Bistro|

Glenelly Glass Collection Syrah 2014 & Diane Bibby’s Slow Braised Red Wine Oxtail – 15.06.2017

A fine Syrah by Luke O'Cuinneagain at Glenelly, a premium Stellenbosch Wine Estate. Diane Bibby's Oxtail is the perfect match...

June 15th, 2017|Categories: wine of the day|Tags: #wineoftheday, Glenelly The Glass Collection Wines, Glenelly Wine Estate, Oxtail, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine, Syrah|

ASARA – one stop Stellenbosch Wine Estate

The Asara Wine Estate and Hotel In the undulating Polkadraai Hills, east of the town of Stellenbosch and in its eponymous Wine Appellation, lies a gem, The Asara Wine Estate and Hotel. This award-winning wine estate. and its luxury hotel, has no Cape Dutch Houses, white walls or generations of family winemakers. It is a

May 27th, 2017|Categories: Michael's Writings|Tags: Asara Wine Estate & Hotel, Asara Wines, Sansibar Gin Bar & Bistro, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine|

The Bottelary Hills Pop Up Lunch returns to Hartenberg Wine Estate 28 May 2017

Hartenberg Wine Estate, Simonsberg in the background Hand-crafted wine and soul food are a match made in heaven and Hartenberg Wine Estate, situated in the heart of the Stellenbosch Winelands, invites you to embark on a journey of sensory experiences at this year’s Bottelary Hills Pop Lunch on Sunday, 28 May. Be enthralled as highly

May 17th, 2017|Categories: Michael's Writings|Tags: Bottelary Hills Wine, George Jardine, Hartenberg Wine Estate, South African Wine, Stellenbosch Wine|

Stellenbosch Street Soirees back in full swing

City of Oaks’ popular bi-monthly street parties a summer hit Warmer weather and longer days echo the return of the ever-popular Stellenbosch Street Soirees. The bi-monthly street parties bring together wine farms, restaurants, locals and visitors in the vibrant streets of the City of Oaks. The Stellenbosch Street Soirees will take place every second and

January 9th, 2017|Categories: Michael's Writings|Tags: South African Wine, Stellenbosch Street Soirees, Stellenbosch Wine, Stellenbosch Wine Route|