wine of the day
- LANDSKROON BLANC DE NOIR 2021, AN OFF DRY WHITE PINOTAGE WINE, PERFECT WITH MY PASSION FRUIT MARINADED CEVICHE…
- OLDENBURG VINEYARDS PER SE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2019, PERFECT WITH DIANNE BIBBY’S RED WINE OXTAIL…
- SPIER DE-ALCOHOLISED CHENIN BLANC 2020, GREAT WITH A TRANCHE OF CHEESE…
- MY CHRISTMAS STOCKING STUFFERS FOR YOUR LOVED ONES…
- DELAIRE GRAFF COASTAL CUVÉE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2021, GOOD WITH A DISH OF KAYLA-ANN OSBORNE’S MUSSELS…
- DE WETSHOF SAUVIGNON BLANC 2020, EXCELLENT WITH A TRANCHE OF POACHED NORWEGIAN SALMON, OR MILDLY PICKLED FISH…
- CAPE PORTRAIT WINES – TWO GREAT BLENDS FROM DURBANVILLE HILLS, BY KOBUS GERBER & WILHELM COETZEE. SUPERB FOOD WINES…
- SIMONSIG CHENIN BLANC 2021, PERFECT PARTNER TO ORIENTAL FOODS AND A GOOD KERALA CURRY…
- FIRST PLATTER FIVE STAR ACCOLADE FOR ARCO LAARMAN FOCAL POINT WINES…
- TOAST MERLOT MONTH WITH JOURNEY’S END VINEYARD SERIES V2 MERLOT 2016…
- GROOT CONSTANTIA ROOD 2019, PERFECT WITH A TRANCHE OF STEAK OFF THE BRAAI…
- DE GRENDEL ROSÉ 2021, A ROSE BY ANY OTHER NAME WOULD NOT TASTE AS FINE…
- KWV UNVEILED AS BEST ACHIEVER AT VERITAS AWARDS 2021…
- CELEBRATE INTERNATIONAL MERLOT DAY ON 7TH NOVEMBER WITH MURATIE ALBERTA ANNEMARIE CANITZ MERLOT 2017, PERFECTLY PAIRED WITH ANNATJIE MELCK’S MUSHROOM RISOTTO…
- THE FISHWIVES CLUB MERLOT, EXCELLENT CHOICE TO CELEBRATE INTERNATIONAL MERLOT DAY ON 7TH NOVEMBER…
- DELAIRE GRAFF CABERNET FRANC ROSÉ 2021, SO GOOD WITH JANE ANNE HOBBS’S CAPE PICKLED FISH PATE…
- DE WETSHOF ESTATE LILYA ROSE 2021, PERFECT WITH TUNA TATAKI…
- A PAIR OF SUPERB BANGHOEK VALLEY MERLOTS FROM THE STELLENBOSCH WINE APPELLATION…
- DE WETSHOF RIESLING 2017, PERFECT WITH MY APPLE & FENNEL SALAD…
- SPIER SIGNATURE CHARDONNAY | PINOT NOIR 2020 WITH HONEY, SOY, GINGER-GLAZED SALMON WITH PAK CHOY & PEANUTS…
- LANDSKROON PAUL DE VILLIERS RESERVE 2018, SO GOOD WITH NADIA GRAVES’S DUCK BREAST IN A MADEIRA SAUCE…
- OLDENBURG VINEYARDS SERIES CABERNET FRANC 2018, PERFECT WITH NINA TIMM’S NEW YORK STRIP SIRLOIN…
- GROOT CONSTANTIA MERLOT 2018. SO GOOD WITH DIANNE BIBBY’S ROAST AUBERGINE WITH MISO & POMELO…
- SIMONSIG REDHILL PINOTAGE 2018, A PERFECT GLASS WITH WHICH TO CELEBRATE PINOTAGE MONTH…
- CHATEAU LIBERTAS STILL A HOT FAVOURITE AFTER 90 YEARS IN THE MARKET..
- DE GRENDEL OP DIE BERG CHARDONNAY 2021, PERFECT WITH DIANNE BIBBY’S BUTTERED ROAST CHICKEN…
- GROOTE POST SEASALTER SAUVIGNON BLANC 2021, A WINE APPROACHING CULT STATUS WITH DEBBIE MCLAUGLIN’S DELICIOUS SALMON SALAD…
- YOU CAN CAN CAN LAND SOME CLOOF CANS, ALL 3 OF THEM WORK WELL WITH MY FRESH APPLE & FENNEL SALAD AND VARIATIONS….
- BONNIEVALE WINES 2021 SAUVIGNON BLANC ADDS MORE MEDALS TO ITS CREAKING AWARDS CUPBOARD…
- LA MOTTE’S NEW VIN DE JOIE BRINGS JOIE DE VIVRE FOR SUMMER
- A PARADE OF PINOTAGES WITH WHICH TO CELEBRATE THE MONTH OF PINOTAGE AND THROUGH THE NEXT MONTHS…
- Pinotage Day is on 9th October, try the Fat Bastard Pinotage 2019 with a Dark Chocolate Truffle Tart….
- TO CELEBRATE OVER 40 YEARS OF PARTNERSHIP AS THE OFFICIAL CHAMPAGNE OF 007 AND THE RELEASE OF ‘NO TIME TO DIE’, CHAMPAGNE BOLLINGER HAS LAUNCHED A NEW LIMITED EDITION…
- LANDSKROON MERLOT 2019, GOOD WITH MY BEEF STIR FRY WITH GARLIC, CELERY & SPRING ONIONS…
- SPIER 21 GABLES SAUVIGNON BLANC 2020, EXCELLENT WITH A VADAS SMOKEHOUSE PIZZA…
- DE WETSHOF LIMESTONE HILL CHARDONNAY 2021, PERFECT PARTNER TO MY BEER BATTERED FISH…
- DE GRENDEL AMANDELBOORD PINOTAGE 2020, A SATISFYING SIPPER AND THE PERFECT FOOD PARTNER…
- JAN BRAAI OFFERS THE VEGETARIAN OPTION FOR BRAAI DAY, I OFFER A MATCHING MURATIE WINE…
- DELHEIM’S LATEST GRAND RESERVE RE-AFFIRMS 40-YEARS OF TERROIR EXCELLENCE…
- DOUGLAS GREEN, AN ICON IN THE SOUTH AFRICAN WINE INDUSTRY, LAUNCHES 4 NEW WINES FEATURING VINEYARD WILDLIFE…
- DELAIRE GRAFF ESTATE BANGHOEK RESERVE CHARDONNAY 2020, A GEM OF A WINE BY MORNE VREY…
- CELEBRATE #GRENACHEDAY ON 17TH SEPTEMBER WITH MURATIE MR MAY GRENACHE NOIR, PERFECTLY PAIRED WITH ANNATJIE MELCK’S MARROW BONES ON TOAST…
- WELGEGUND HERITAGE WINES GRENACHE NOIR 2019,PERFECT FOR A CELEBRATION OF INTERNATIONAL GRENACHE DAY ON 17TH SEPTEMBER..
- ROODEBERG 2020, A CLASSIC RED BLEND – A LIFETIME OF STORIES IN EVERY BOTTLE…
- SIMONSIG SUNBIRD SAUVIGNON BLANC 2021, SO GOOD WITH BOKKOMS ON THE BRAAI…
- OLDENBURG VINEYARD SERIES CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018, GREAT PARTNER TO MEETA K WOLFF’S BEEF STROGANOFF…
- THE BROOKDALE CHENIN BLANCS BY KIARA SCOTT, GET THE TIM ATKIN NOD…
- BONNIEVALE CABERNET SAUVIGNON CLAIMS NATIONAL YOUNG WINE SHOW TROPHY FOR CABERNET SAUVIGNON…
- QUINTA DO SUL – A CAPE VINTAGE 2020, TO BE CELEBRATED ON INTERNATIONAL PORT DAY, 10TH SEPTEMBER…
- GROOT CONSTANTIA LADY OF ABUNDANCE 2018, PERFECT WITH CAT ROCHEFORT’S LAMB-STUFFED AUBERGINE WITH PEARL BARLEY SALAD…
- ORGANIC WINES BY SOPHIE GERMANIER, A DELICIOUS PAIR…
- IT’S INTERNATIONAL CABERNET SAUVIGNON DAY TODAY – HERE ARE SOME OF MY CURRENT FAVOURITES…
- FINE BUBBLES FROM THE CAPE – INTERNATIONAL CAP CLASSIQUE DAY…
- DE WETSHOF NATURE IN CONCERT PINOT NOIR 2018, SO GOOD WITH MY OEUFS EN MEURETTE…
- DELAIRE GRAFF SHIRAZ 2019, SO GOOD WITH MY LEIPOLDT STYLE LAMB & CABBAGE BREDIE…
- DE GRENDEL OP DIE BERG SYRAH 2019, EXCELLENT PARTNER TO CHEF IAN BERGH’S DISHES ON THE DE GRENDEL RESTAURANT MENU…
- SIMONSIG LABYRINTH CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2017, PERFECT WITH A TRANCHE OF SKIRT STEAK WITH MUSTARD SAUCE…
- COUCOU VINO SAUVIGNON BLANC 2020, CAN YOU HEAR YOUR FRENCH GRANDMOTHER CALLING?..
- LANDSKROON CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018, A PERFECT PARTNER TO ALIDA RYDER’S GRILLED SIRLOIN STEAK WITH ANCHOVY COMPOUND BUTTER…
- SPIER CABERNET SAUVIGNON, MERLOT, SHIRAZ 2019 FROM THE SIGNATURE SERIES, PERFECTLY PAIRED WITH A DISH OF SMOKED MEAT…
- TOP NOTCH WINES WE HAVE TASTED RECENTLY…
- A PAIR OF MULDERBOSCH CABERNET SAUVIGNON ROSÉS, TWO PINK DIAMONDS IN THE MULDERBOSCH CROWN…
- DOUBLE GOLD FROM GILBERT & GAILLARD FOR KRONE KAAIMANSGAT BLANC DE BLANCS 2016…
- GROOT CONSTANTIA CAP CLASSIQUE BRUT ROSÉ 2017, A CELEBRATION OF 50 YEARS OF CAP CLASSIQUE…
- CAP CLASSIQUE CELEBRATES THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY SINCE FIRST PRODUCED BY FRANS MALAN OF SIMONSIG WINE ESTATE……
- The FAT bastard CHARDONNAY 2021, now in a 2 litre box, as good as always…
- OLDENBURG VINEYARDS SERIES SYRAH 2018, PERFECT PARTNER FOR ALIDA RYDER’S PAN SEARED DUCK BREAST WITH A HONEY SOY GLAZE…
- WINTER INDULGENCE WITH ROODEBERG & CHOCOLATE BROWNIES BY ILSE VAN DER MERWE …
- DURBANVILLE HILLS LIGHT WINES, CHENIN BLANC AND SHIRAZ, LOW IN ALCOHOL, HIGH ON FLAVOUR…
- ENDURING SPIRIT OF RUGBY ENSURES SUCCESS OF THE LIONS TOUR & BOSCHENDAL’S WINE SPONSORSHIP…
- BONNIEVALE CLAIMS TWIN GOLD AT GILBERT & GAILLARD CHALLENGE…
- VAN LOVEREN RHINO RUN EXPANDS CONSERVATION GRANT TO INCLUDE SANPARKS…
- GROOTE POST THE OLD MAN’S BLEND RED 2019, EXCELLENT WITH A SUPERBLY BAKED BEEF WELLINGTON…
- OLD ROAD WINE CO LA COLLINE SINGLE VINEYARD GRAND MERE SÉMILLON 2017 HONOURS FRANSCHHOEK OLD VINE SÉMILLON WITH A TROPHY AT OLD MUTUAL WINE SHOW…
- LANDSKROON SHIRAZ 2019, PERFECT WITH NINA TIMM’S FRIED LIVER WITH RICH ONION GRAVY…
- TWO SHINING STARS FROM STELLEKAYA, PERFECT FOR A SLOW BRAISED BEEF SHORT RIBS WITH CHEESY MASH SUPPER BY ALIDA RYDER..
- DELAIRE GRAFF ESTATE BANGHOEK RESERVE MERLOT 2018, PERFECT PARTNER TO NINA TIMM’S SLOW COOKED MOROCCAN LEG OF LAMB…
- SIMONSIG PINOTAGE 2018, NEW VINTAGE RELEASE FROM SIMONSIG WINE ESTATE, SO GOOD WITH CAREY BOUCHER ERASMUS’S VEAL PICCATA…
- BONNIEVALE SHIRAZ 2020, SUCH A GOOD MATCH TO ANNELIEN PIENAAR’S SCHNITZEL ON INTERNATIONAL SHIRAZ DAY…
- OLDENBURG VINEYARDS MERLOT 2018, PERFECT PARTNER TO ALIDA RYDER’S BUCATINI AMATRICIANA…
- BAKED CHORIZO GNOCCHI WITH FAT bastard SHIRAZ 2019, JUST SUCH A PERFECT COMBINATION…
- DURBANVILLE HILLS SHIRAZ 2019, SO GOOD WITH MY WINTER WARMING CABBAGE BREDIE…
- DE GRENDEL SAUVIGNON BLANC 2021, A DELICIOUS WHITE, SO PERFECT FOR WINTER DRINKING WITH FISH, CHICKEN OR PASTA…
- GROOT CONSTANTIA SHIRAZ 2017, EXCELLENT WITH FOOD AND WITH AFTER DINNER SHARDS OF PARMIGIANO REGGIANO…
- DE WETSHOF ESTATE NAISSANCE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018, EXCELLENT AS A PARTNER TO DALEWOOD FROMAGE ESTATE CHEESE…
- LEOPARD’S LEAP PARDUS 2018, BY HEIN KOEGELENBERG, AN ULTRA-PREMIUM WINE FROM THIS WELL-KNOWN PRODUCER…
- SOME REAL GEMS FROM BONNIEVALE WINERY, A CINSAULT ROSÉ, A CHENIN BLANC AND A CHARDONNAY…
- SIMONSIG MR BORIO’S SHIRAZ 2107, PERFECT WITH DIANNE BIBBY’S RED WINE RAGU WITH RIGATONI…
- LANDSKROON CAPE VINTAGE 2019, A PORT BY ANY OTHER NAME WOULD TASTE AS SWEET…
- CATHEDRAL CELLAR DRAMATICALLY CHANGES CONSUMER EXPERIENCE WITH NEW AUGMENTED REALITY LABELS…
- DE GRENDEL MERLOT 2019, A PERFECT FOOD WINE WITH ONE OF IAN BERGH’S DELICIOUS PLATES…
- DURBANVILLE HILLS CHENIN BLANC 2020, SO GOOD WITH NADIA GRAVES’S CHICKEN WITH CHORIZO, CHICKPEAS & LEMON…
- Alvi’s Drift 221 Chenin Blanc 2019, and the Albertus Viljoen Chenin Blanc, worthy wines with which to celebrate International Chenin Blanc Day…
- BELLEVUE ESTATE ESELGRAF SINGLE VINEYARD CHENIN BLANC 2020, A PERFECT WINE TO CELEBRATE CHENIN BLANC EVERY DAY….
- STELLENBOSCH HILLS UNVEILS SECOND VINTAGE OF KASTANJEBERG CHENIN BLANC, FROM THE 2020 VINTAGE…
- CLOOF THE VERY SEXY SHIRAZ 2018, IDEAL FATHER’S DAY GIFT FOR SUNDAY…
- PASERENE WINES, JEWELS FROM THE ESTATE’S CROWN BY MARTIN SMITH….
- INTERNATIONAL CHENIN BLANC DAY 18th JUNE, A CAUSE FOR CELEBRATION IN THE LARGEST CHENIN BLANC VINEYARD IN THE WORLD…
- GROOT CONSTANTIA PINOTAGE 2019, THE PERFECT PARTNER IS INA PAARMAN’S PERI-PERI CHICKEN UNDER A BRICK WITH CHILLI BUTTER…
- OLDENBURG VINEYARDS RONDEKOP SERIES RHODIUM 2018, SO GOOD WITH INA PAARMAN’S SPITBRAAI ORANGE DUCK…
- GEDEELTE PALOMINO 2020, AND THE GEDEELTE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2019, FINE WINES BY JOHN BOUWER FROM ST HELENA BAY…
- NATIONAL ROSÉ DAY IS UPON US ON JUNE 12TH. I HAVE BEEN TASTING A FEW IN ADVANCE FOR YOU TO LAND A BOTTLE OR TWO…
- DELAIRE GRAFF BOTMASKOP 2018, THE PERFECT PARTNER TO HEIN VAN TONDER’S SLOW ROASTED LEG OF LAMB WITH ROASTED ONIONS AND CHIMICHURRI…
- DE WETSHOF ESTATE THIBAULT 2012, A LOVELY WARM HUG WITH INA PAARMAN’S SHIN AND OXTAIL BEEF POTJIE…
- SPIER 21 GABLES CHENIN BLANC 2019, THE PERFECT WINE FOR MY COPPER PENNY CHICKEN CURRY…
- GROOT CONSTANTIA MERLOT 2017, EXCELLENT WITH MY STEAK WITH MUSHROOM SAUCE…
- LANDSKROON PAUL DE VILLIERS MERLOT 2017, EXCELLENT WITH ROBERTA MUIR’S MUSHROOM PAPPARDELLE…
- OLDENBURG VINEYARDS RONDEKOP SERIES PER SE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018, SO GOOD WITH WILDEBEEST FILLET…
- DURBANVILLE HILLS CHARDONNAY 2019, SO GOOD WITH NINA TIMM’S ROAST PORK BELLY…
- International Chardonnay Day May 27th, we celebrate Glenelly Estate Reserve Chardonnay 2020 from the Stellenbosch Wine Appellation……
- International Chardonnay Day May 27th, we celebrate Creation 2020 Reserve Chardonnay from the Hemel en Aarde Valley in the Walker Bay Wine Appellation…
- International Chardonnay Day May 27th, we celebrate Mont Rochelle Miko Chardonnay 2017 from The Franschhoek Wine Appellation…
- Rare bottle of Grand Constance 1821 sells for record-breaking price at the Cape Fine & Rare Wine Auction…
- International Chardonnay Day, May 27th, we celebrate Bouchard Finlayson Missionvale Chardonnay 2018…
- International Chardonnay Day, May 27th, we celebrate Glenelly Glass Collection Chardonnay 2020…
- Constantia Glen TWO sweeps the board at International Wine Challenge…
- Durbanville Hills 10-Year Old Merlot Potstill Brandy is launched, 10 years after the idea blossomed…
- Survivor Swartland Syrah 2019 launches first full-blooded Swartland Syrah…
- Oldenburg Vineyards Rondekop Series Per Se Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, excellent with my Tomato Bredie…
- Simonsig Chardonnay 2018. Dianne Bibby’s Buttered Roast Chicken is the ideal companion…
- DELAIRE GRAFF COASTAL CUVÉE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2020, SO GOOD WITH DIANNE BIBBY’S BARLEY SALAD WITH SUMAC ROAST BUTTERNUT…
- A BULL CALLED ROXTON WALKED INTO A WINE SHOP, AND GOT 94 POINTS…
- Re-discover the quintessential pairing at Stellenbosch Hills’ Wines and Stonehouse Cheeses…
- Two delicious Imvula Sparklers from Siyabonga Mvula…
- Spier Signature Series Pinotage 2019, excellent with a tranche of venison, quick grilled over the flames…
- De Wetshof Bon Vallon 2020, a fine expression of Chardonnay, so good with Grilled Mushrooms and Basil & Lemon Pesto…
- With Saxenburg Private Collection Sauvignon Blanc 2020, we celebrate this outstanding wine on International Sauvignon Blanc Day…
- International Sauvignon Blanc Day – 2 great Sauvignons from La Motte…
- International Sauvignon Blanc Day 7th May, we celebrate Rietvallei Estéanna Sauvignon Blanc 2018, the perfect expression of an oak fermented & matured Sauvignon from Robertson…
- The Podcast #3, some snappy Sauvignons for you for International Sauvignon Blanc Day, 7th May…
- The Podcast #2, some stunning wines here for your listening pleasure…
- Landskroon Cinsaut 2019, so good with Nadia Graves’s Chicken with chorizo, potatoes, chickpeas & lemons…
- Domaines Ott Château Romassan 2015, with six years of age – this wine is now drinking beautifully…
- Simonsig Gewürztraminer 2019, so good with gentle curries and creamy goat cheese…
- Goye Malbec Roble 2018, a fabulous Argentinian, so good with Alida Ryder’s Grilled Sirloin Steak with Caper Herb Sauce…
- Premium Range of Fleur du Cap and Zonnebloem launched in convenient 2 litre Bag-In-Box…
- The Podcast, a perfect way to communicate, here are some fun ones…..
- Rediscover the Glen Carlou Magic with its Gravel Quarry Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 and Quartz Stone Chardonnay 2020…
- Delicious canapés meet their match with the Spier 5.5% Seasonal Tasting exclusively available at the farm’s Tasting Room…
- The Douglas Green Chenin Blanc 2020 wins Gold at the Mundus Vini 2021 Spring Tasting…
- De Wetshof Riesling 2017, excellent with a variety of Alsatian dishes and fish…
- The Stellenview Kruger Family Reserve Wines – homage to a family which arrived in South Africa in the early 1700s…
- Oldenburg Vineyards Chenin Blanc 2020, so good with Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Courgette, Herb & Goat’s Cheese Fritters…
- Three stunners from Journey’s End in the Eastern Stellenbosch Wine Appellation, all matched with Diane Bibby’s amazing recipes…
- Franschhoek’s Old Road Wine Co. walks tall in Global Wine Awards Arena…
- Waverley Hills Grenache Noir 2018, good with Tony Jackman’s Spicy Lamb Shanks with Saffron Couscous…
- Groot Constantia Sauvignon Blanc 2020, so good at lunch with Anina Meyer’s Chickpea and Celery Salad…
- World Malbec Day with Battle Creek Venison Goulash, a delicious dish for cooler evenings with Goye Malbec Roble 2017 from Argentina…
- World Malbec Day is on Saturday 17th April – go drink some…
- Head off to Spier Farm to toast the last of summer with the NEW Spier Cap Classique Brut Rosé 2019…
- Stellenbosch Hills unveils latest vintage of 1707 White Reserve, the 2020…
- Durbanville Hills Merlot 2019, perfect partner to Ina Paarman’s Lamb Sosaties…
- Spier Creative Block 2 2020, lovely partner to my Pasta Puttanesca…
- Delaire Graff Swartland Reserve Chenin Blanc 2020, great food wine…
- Nederburg Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, just made for Alida Ryder’s Parmigiana di Melanzane with Mushrooms…
- Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Satin Nectar Rosé Demi Sec 2019, the perfect wine for savoury dishes and desserts…
- Easter Parade, Maryke Botha offers her Eikendal Charisma 2019, a gem from Stellenbosch on Michael Olivier Talking Wine Instagram Video
- Easter Parade, La Motte Millennium 2018 on Michael Olivier Talking Wine Instagram Video
- Easter Parade, Allure Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Wine, a serious Pinot Noir and Chardonnay blend, perfect for any occasion, on Michael Olivier Talking Wine Instagram Video
- Delaire Graff Sauvignon Blanc 2020, good match with My Beer Battered Fish…
- Landskroon Paul Hugo Red 2019, excellent with Dianne Bibby’s Paprika Roast Chicken…
- Oldenburg Vineyards Series Chardonnay 2020, made for Alida Ryder’s Easy Lemon Roasted Chicken…
- Easter Parade, Uncanny Wines in a can on Michael Olivier Talking Wine Instagram Video
- Easter Parade, Vergelegen GVB 2015 on Michael Olivier Talking Wine Instagram Video
- Easter Parade, Mulderbosch Chenin Blanc Steen op Hout 2019 from the beautiful Stellenbosch Wine Appellation on Michael Olivier Talking Wine Instagram Video
- Easter Parade, Yonder Hill Nicola 2017, from the beautiful Stellenbosch Wine Appellation on Michael Olivier Talking Wine Instagram Video
- Easter Parade, Lautus Savvy Red De-alcoholised Wine by Reg Holder, a proponent of this wine style on Michael Olivier Talking Wine Instagram Video
- Easter Parade, Kunjani Shiraz 2019, a fine expression of the grape by this estate, on Michael Olivier Talking Wine Instagram Video
- Easter Parade, Keermont Terrasse 2018 from beautiful Stellenbosch Wine Appellation on Michael Olivier Talking Wine Instagram Video
- Easter Parade, Mischa Petite Sirah 2019 on Michael Olivier Talking Wine Instagram Video
- Tokara Reserve Collection Elgin Sauvignon Blanc 2020 crowned best in the world in Brussels, overall winner of the 12th Concours Mondial du Sauvignon 2021…
- Durbanville Hills Collector’s Reserve The Promenade Pinotage 2016, so good with Dianne Bibby’s Red Wine Lamb Shanks…
- Easter Parade, Loxtonia Blush Cider from beautiful Ceres Valley on Michael Olivier Talking Wine. Well, fine Cider actually. Instagram Video.
- Groot Constantia Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, perfect with Alida Ryder’s Slow Roasted Greek Lamb for your Easter Lunch Table…
- Easter Parade, Fort Simon Wines Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz, both of the 2016 vintage from beautiful Stellenbosch Wine Appellation, on Michael Olivier Talking Wine Instagram Video
- Easter Parade, The Wine of Billy Hughes of Nativo, organically grown and made, on Michael Olivier Talking Wine Instagram Video
- Easter Parade, Middelvlei Momberg Pinotage 2018, from beautiful Devon Valley in Stellenbosch, on Michael Olivier Talking Wine Instagram Video
- Easter Parade, Lozärn Kay’s Legacy 2017, from beautiful Bonnievale on Michael Olivier Talking Wine Instagram Video
- Easter Parade, Bruce Jack The Heartbreak Grape Pinot Noir 2018 from the Overberg Highlands on Michael Olivier Talking Wine Instagram Video
- Easter Parade, Le Riche Richesse 2018 on Michael Olivier Talking Wine Instagram Video
- Easter Parade, Vergelegen Reserve Semillon 2018 on Michael Olivier Talking Wine Instagram Video
- Easter Parade, Stellenrust Merlot 2019 on Michael Olivier Talking Wine Instagram Video
- Easter Parade, Stellenbosch Hills Muscat de Hambourg 2020, a totally Royal wine, on Michael Olivier Talking Wine Instagram Video
- The rare Meerlust Red 2019, released this month, promises more than real drinking pleasure…
- Robertson Winery forges ahead picking up gold awards in the time of COVID19…
- Easter Parade, Cape of Good Hope Riebeeksrivier Chenin Blanc 2019 on Michael Olivier Talking Wine Instagram Video
- Waverley Hills Pinot Grigio 2020, perfect with a fine tranche of SASSI friendly fish, from Alida Ryder, a shallow fried in butter in a pan with lemon and chopped fresh parsley…
- Cape Alchemist Brandy, a fine example of an excellent Pot Still Blended Cape Brandy from New Harbour Distillery…
- King Shaka-Zulu Chenin Blanc 2019 & King Shaka-Zulu Pinotage 2017, wines fit for a King…
- FAT Bastard Rosé 2020, delicious with Vanilla French Toast…
- A modern take on a Summer Steak Salad meets Roodeberg Classic Red 2019 for a perfect Summer lunch…
- La Motte Releases the 2020 Pierneef Sauvignon Blanc, a wine so suited to a number of well cooked dishes…
- Ulumbaza Red of Springfontein 2017, a smasher from Stanford by Tariro Masayiti…
- Le Grand Domaine, 2 superb wines by Master Winemaker Debbie Thompson…
- Spier Creative Block 3 2017, such a perfect partner to Lizet Hartley’s Herbed Mushrooms on Cheesy Polenta…
- Nederburg Grenache Carignan Rosé 2020, so good with Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Courgette, Herb and Goats Cheese Fritters…
- Landskroon Pinotage 2018, great partner to Alida Ryder’s Easy Tomato Soup with grilled Cheese, perfect mid-week supper dish…
- De Wetshof The Site Chardonnay 2019, excellent with a slice of Dalewood Fromage Winelands Blue Brie…
- Spier Seaward Chardonnay, so good with served with Roasted Pork Open Sandwiches…
- De Grendel Shiraz 2018, excellent food wine, especially with dishes from the Award Winning De Grendel Restaurant…
- Ken Forrester Vineyards The Silver Rose 2020, perfect partner to Anina Meyer’s Spaghetti with a Creamy Pesto Pasta Sauce…
- Groot Constantia Rosé 2020, so good with a dish of ceviche…
- Simonsig The Grapesmith Mediterraneo 2019, perfect with Ina Paarman’s Whole Fish over the Coals…
- Delheim Spatzendreck 2019 60 years old, served with Spatz Sperling’s favourite Cheesecake…
- The Fledge, two birds making great wine in Calitzdorp. Margaux Nel & Leon Coetzee…
- Quoin Rock White Blend 2018, the Estate’s answer to the perfect food wine…
- Valentine’s Day Angel Food, The Sweet Rebellion Macarons, a perfect partner to Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Satin Nectar Rosé 2018…
- Oldenburg Vineyards Series Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, excellent with Diane Bibby’s Roast Leg of Lamb with Saffron Honey…
- Durbanville Hills Sparkling Rosé, so good with a snack of Salmon Rillettes…
- Valentine’s Day Angel Food, My Deconstructed Sushi with Avocado & Salmon Trout, great with a glass of Douglas Green Rosé 2020………
- Valentine’s Day Angel Food, Baked Dalewood Fromage Feta with Honey Spiced Blueberries, so good with Nitida Summer Harvest Rosé….
- Valentine’s Day Angel Food, my Fresh Norwegian Salmon cured with Grappa, perfect with a glass of Delaire Graff Sunrise Cap Classique…
- Valentine’s Day Angel Food, Ina Paarman’s Beetroot Cured Salmon Gravlax, excellent with Domaine de Triennes Rosé 2019
- Valentine’s Day Angel Food, Nadia Graves’s Gnocchi with Peas, Prosciutto and Parmesan, so good with the De Grendel Rosé 2020…
- Valentine’s Day Angel Food, Alida Ryder’s Creamy Shrimp Curry, so good for a dinner for two with Groot Constantia Cap Classique Brut Rosé 2017…
- Valentine’s Day Angel Food, Dianne Bibby’s Raspberry Vanilla Cake is a great match with Spier Secret Sparkling Rosé…
- Valentine’s Day Angel Food, Nina Timm’s Whole Wheat Bread with Smoked Trout & Lemony Mayonnaise, so good with By.Ott Provençal Rosé…
- Valentine’s Day Angel Food, Oldenburg CL Red Blend 2019, excellent with the legendary Steak au Poivre by Julia Child…
- Valentine’s Day Angel Food, Georgia East’s Salt-Rubbed Harders with a Wild Greens Pesto, good with Krone Vintage Borealis Cuvée Brut 2019…
- Valentine’s Day Angel Food, Nicky Barber’s Fig & Cherry Cakelette, great match with Landskroon Blanc de Noir 2020…
- Valentine’s Day Angel Food Sophia Lindop’s Nammourah, excellent with De Wetshof Lilya 2020, a delicious Rosé…
- Spier Creative Block 2 2020, a perfect partner to Alistair Little’s Aubergine Parmigiana…
- Joostenberg The Family Blend 2018 – do listen to my podcast…
- Boland Cellar – the top 2 wines of 2020, One Formation White Blend 2020 & the Reserve Merlot 2018…
- Kershaw Clonal Selection Elgin Pinot Noir 2017, classical partner to my Oeufs en Meurette, eggs poached in red wine…
- Landskroon Sauvignon Blanc 2020, great partner to Sophia Lindop’s Dandelion Salad…
- Spioenkop 1900 Battle of Spioenkop Pinotage 2018, Koen Roose’s sublime addition to the Pinotage Parade…
- Oldenburg Vineyards Merlot 2017, so good with Christine Capendale’s Lamb Koftas with Grilled Leeks…
- Simonsig The Grapesmith Die Kluisenaar 2017, perfect with tranche of Dalewood Fromage Simond…
- Haute Cabrière’s Haute Collection Amphora Semillon 2019, a great partner to a wide variety of dishes…
- Groot Constantia Grand Constance 2016, a wine of great historical significance for the Cape Wine Industry…
- Durbanville Hills Collectors Reserve Cape Mist Sauvignon Blanc 2018 – do listen to my podcast…
- Douglas Green Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, needs my good piece of steak with mushrooms…
- De Grendel Viognier 2020, perfect with Ian Bergh’s Gnocchi or Risotto on the De Grendel Restaurant menu, or a Butter Roasted Organic Chicken at home…
- Bellevue Pinotage Reserve 2016, a historically interesting wine, and a great Single Vineyard Chenin Blanc…
- Krone Kaaimansgat Blanc de Blancs 2016, shines with simple food accompaniments…
- The nights are cool and Dianne Bibby’s Sticky Fig and Walnut Pudding is the perfect partner to Durbanville Hills The Honey Bee Noble Late Harvest 2018…
- Christine Capendale’s Passion Fruit Crème Brûlee, the perfect match for the Delaire Graff Sunburst Noble Late Harvest 2015…
- Kleinood Tamboerskloof John Spicer Syrah 2013, a total joy to drink….
- Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel, a pioneering wine in the South African Wine Industry, the first step taken by Frans Malan in 1971…
- Delaire Graff Summercourt Chardonnay 2019, good match with my Old Cape Chicken Curry in the style of Louis Leipoldt…
- A toothsome twosome, Verdelho & Tannat from The Glen Carlou Collection…
- Nadia Graves’s Duck Confit Parmentier, made for Groot Constantia Lady of Abundance 2017…
- Fish Tikka Masala Tacos – perfect with Spier Signature Series Chenin Blanc…
- My Refogado of Pork, is so good with the Nederburg Private Bin Two Centuries Cabernet Sauvignon 2017…
- Steenkamp 2015 & Groenland Sauvignon Blanc 2020, two gems from the Steenkamps of Groenland Estate in the Bottelary Wine Appellation…
- Mira Weiner’s Cauli Wings with Cashew Sour Cream Dipping Sauce are a perfect partner for Bonnievale NEAT Sauvignon Blanc 2020…
- Ina Paarman’s Chicken Liver Paté de Luxe is so good with De Wetshof Edeloes 2016…
- Cheryl Bennett’s Curried Cauliflower Fritters, different and ‘new’ are so good with the De Grendel Koetshuis Sauvignon Blanc 2019…
- Springfontein Single Vineyard Pinotage “Jonathan’s Ridge” 2016, prefect partner to Dianne Bibby’s Saffron Risotto Stuffed Tomatoes…
- Nederburg The Young Airhawk Sauvignon Blanc 2018, in honour of Arnold Graue, so good with Jane Anne Hobbs’s Summer Linguine with a Cold Sauce of Poached Chicken, Tomatoes and Basil…
- De Wetshof Finesse 2019, touched with a brush of oak and so good with Nina Timm’s Easy Share Seafood Salad…
- Saxenburg Private Collection Shiraz 2016, superb with a tranche of beef…
- Spier Signature Series Chardonnay 2020, perfect with Mira Weiner’s Creamy Vegan Mushroom Campagnola…
- Groote Post MCC Brut nv, perfect with Debbie McLaughlin’s retro Prawn Cocktail….
- Michael Olivier Talking Wine, Spier Signature Series MCC Brut 2017, a video…
- Michael Olivier Talking Wine, the pioneering Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel MCC 2015, and 50 years since its first vintage in 1971, a video…
- Michael Olivier Talking Wine, Delaire Graff Banghoek Reserve Chardonnay 2019, a video…
- Michael Olivier Talking Wine, Haute Cabrière’s Pierre Jourdan Cap Classique Brut, a video…
- Michael Olivier Talking Wine, Douglas Green Spanish Cream Sherry, a podcast…
- Michael Olivier Talking Wine, Old Road Wine Company Juliette Sauvignon Blanc 2019, a podcast…
- Michael Olivier Talking Wine, Groot Constantia Cape Ruby 2018, a podcast…
- Michael Olivier Talking Wine, Bellingham The Bernard Series Small Barrel SMV 2017, a podcast…
- Michael Olivier Talking Wine, De Grendel MCC Brut 2017, a podcast…
- Michael Olivier Talking Wine, Landskroon Paul de Villiers Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, a podcast…
- Michael Olivier Talking Wine, Oldenburg Vineyards CL White Blend 2019, a podcast…
- Michael Olivier Talking Wine, Durbanville Hills The Tangram White Blend 2017, a podcast…
- For Celebration at special occasions, or just because, The Nederburg MCC Brut 2013 is the one for you…
- Michael Olivier Talking Wine, a popcorn tasting with a top of the pops series of Old Road Wine Company Wines…
- De Wetshof Bon Vallon 2020, the perfect wine for Genevieve Taylor’s Pollo Al Ajillo – Garlic & White Wine Chicken…
- Bellingham The Homestead Series Chardonnay 2019, the perfect partner to Nina Timm’s Granny’s Roast Chicken…
- Douglas Green Chenin Blanc 2020, a wine with stories, which include my Back Bacon & Plums…
- Advent Calendar Day 24, Thelema Mountain Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc 2019 on Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- Landskroon Chenin Blanc 2020, the finest partner for Dianne Bibby’s Buttered Roast Chicken…
- Advent Calendar Day 23, a pair of Pinks from Robertson Winery on Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- Advent Calendar Day 23, Zevenwacht Z Collection Reserve 2015 on Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- Advent Calendar Day 22, Painted Wolf The Den Chenin Blanc 2020 on Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- Advent Calendar Day 21, Survivor Wild Ferment Syrah and Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon on Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- Advent Calendar Day 21, Van Loveren The Heritage Collection Christina MCC Brut on Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- Advent Calendar Day 20, Leopard’s Leap Chardonnay Pinot Noir Sparkling on Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- Advent Calendar Day 20, Perdeberg MCC Pinot Noir Rosé 2018 from The Vineyard Collection on Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- Advent Calendar Day 19, Elgin Vintners Fynbos Lite Wines on Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- Advent Calendar Day 19, Delheim Grand Reserve 2017 on Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- Advent Calendar Day 18, Warwick Professor Black Pitch Black 2017 on Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- Advent Calendar Day 17, Tokara Reserve Collection Elgin Sauvignon Blanc 2020 on Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- Advent Calendar Day 17, Le Lude Venus 2014 on Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- Simonsig Chenin Blanc 2020, going onwards and upwards since 1968…
- Advent Calendar Day 16, Vriesenhof Kallista 2017, on Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- Advent Calendar Day 16, Stellenbosch Hills Anna Christina MCC 2019 on Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- De Grendel Proposal Hill Brut Rosé MCC 2016, excellent with Alida Ryder’s Sticky Cinnamon Buns with Pecan Nuts…
- De Wetshof Riesling 2017, a wine with which to grace your Christmas Table, perfect with Chicken & Tarragon Cream Pasta…
- Advent Calendar Day 15, Zandvliet Shiraz Rosé on Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- Advent Calendar Day 15, Steenberg Sauvignon Blanc 2019 on Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- Pierre Jourdan Ratafia from Haute Cabrière, if you don’t have a treaty to ratify, have it with a slice of cake…
- Advent Calendar Day 14, Altydgedacht Blanc de Blancs 2019 on Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- Advent Calendar Day 13, Vergelegen Estate Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2018 on Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- Advent Calendar Day 13, Stark-Condé Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 on Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- Advent Calendar Day 12, Hazendal Roussanne 2018 on Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- Advent Calendar Day 12, Aristea Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 on Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- Advent Calendar Day 11, Lievland Bushvine Pinotage 2018 on Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- Advent Calendar Day 11, Savage Wines Follow the Line Cinsaut 2019 on Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- Advent Calendar Day 10, Welgegund Providence 2015 on Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- Advent Calendar Day 10, Muratie Laurens Campher 2020 on Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- Groot Constantia Rosé 2019, so good with my chilled Plum and White Wine Soup…
- Advent Calendar Day 9, Man Family Wines Free Run Steen Chenin Blanc 2020…
- Advent Calendar Day 8, Vergelegen Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 – Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- Advent Calendar Day 8, Bruce Jack Wines, Mary le Bow Viognier 2019…
- Durbanville Hills MCC Blanc de Blancs 2016, perfect for any time, celebration or not, great with oysters or cheese…
- Advent Calendar Day 7, Constantia Royale Sauvignon Blanc 2020, Michael Olivier Talking Wine…
- Advent Calendar Day 7, Survivor Elgin Chardonnay 2019 – Michael Olivier Talking Wine
- Oldenburg Vineyards Cabernet Franc 2017, great match to a vegetarian dish or, of course a Steak…
- Advent Calendar Day 6, La Motte Pierneef Syrah Viognier 2017, a gem from this Franschhoek Wine Estate…
- Advent Calendar Day 5, Springfield Albarinho 2020, Spanish grape, Robertson origin…
- Advent Calendar Day 5, Doolhof Signatures of Doolhof Single Vineyard Malbec 2018 & Merlot 2017…
- Delaire Graff Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve 2018, an exciting new release from the Estate…
- Advent Calendar Day 4, Ken Forrester Sparklehorse Chenin Blanc MCC 2017…
- Advent Calendar Day 4, De Trafford Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, please watch my Instragram video…
- Advent Calendar Day 3, Cederberg Sauvignon Blanc 2020, a gem from the highest altitude vineyard in the Cape…
- Advent Calendar Day 3, Eikendal Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, classical Stellenbosch Cabernet, watch my Instagram TV Video…
- Advent Calendar Day 2, Longridge Chardonnay 2017…
- Advent Calendar Day 2, Graham Beck Pinot Noir Rosé MCC 2015…
- Advent Calendar Day 1, Doran Vineyards Grenache Blanc & Roussanne, watch my Instagram TV video…
- Hogan Divergent 2017, a fabulous 3 way blend by Jocelyn Hogan Wilson, listen to my podcast…
- Advent Calendar #1 Villiera Tradition Brut, a worthy starting point in the run up to Christmas…
- De Wetshof Lilya 2020, so good with my Ceviche with Granadilla Dressing for lunch…
- Spier Signature Chardonnay Pinot Noir nv, delicious with my Beer Battered Hake, rustly chips and Sauce Tartare…
- Douglas Green Chardonnay Viognier 2020, ‘gorgeous juicy peaches and cream with lemon and lime brightness’…
- Delaire Graff Cabernet Franc Rosé 2020, good with my smoked fish paté…
- Old Road Wine Company where Reimond van der Walt works his magic in The Fat Man Restaurant in Franschhoek…
- Landskroon Blanc de Noir 2020 the perfect wine for my fresh Norwegian Salmon cured with Gabriel Boudier Saffron Gin…
- Bellingham Homestead Red Blend 2017, a wine for everyman at any time and so good with Jane Anne Hobbs’s Monkey Gland Steak Kebabs…
- Nederburg Sauvignon Blanc 2020, so good with Vicki de Beer’s Flaky Cream Cheese Tartlets with Buttered Asparagus…
- Durbanville Hills Honeysuckle Sparkling Demi Sec, so good with a Smoked Snoek Salad with a Sweet Curry Dressing…
- Simonsig Sunbird Sauvignon Blanc 2020, Dianne Bibby’s Roast Aubergine with Miso & Pomelo is the perfect partner…
- Simonsig’s Johan Malan takes The 40th Diners Club Winemaker of the Year Award…
- De Wetshof Chardonnay Top-Status confirmed with Two Veritas 2020 Double Gold Medal Wine Awards…
- Kleinood Tamboerskloof Syrah 2016, so good with Madeleine’s Roasted Cajun Rub Chicken Breast…
- Joostenberg Bakermat 2017, an unusual red blend, utterly delicious. Listen to my podcast…
- Nederburg’s #Blackfriday Deals, shop now…
- Oldenburg Vineyards Rondekop Series Rhodium 2017, excellent with Alida Ryder’s Slow Braised Beef Short Ribs with Cheesy Mash…
- Groot Constantia Merlot 2017, good red wine for good red meat…
- De Grendel Rosé 2020, a fine wine for summer. Good with Nina Timm’s deliciously retro Avocado Ritz…
- Holden Manz Visionaire 2014, for me one of the finest to come out of Franschhoek…
- La Bri Syrah 2017, a Double Gold Winner on The Michelangelo International Wines and Spirits Awards 2020…
- Two gems from Ross Sleet, With Love from The Cape…
- Strandveld Pofadderbos Sauvignon Blanc 2019 awarded 5 Stars in Platter’s South African Wine Guide 2021…
- Beyerskloof Pinotage Reserve 2017, do listen to my podcast…
- Epicurean Chardonnay 2018, grapes from cool climate Elgin Valley, served with Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Pumpkin Mac and Cheese…
- The McGregor Wine Meander Tasting Box offers some delicious McGregor wines for you to meander through…
- De Toren Z 2016, so good with Dianne Bibby’s North African Lamb Knuckle Bredie…
- Frescobaldi Massovivo Ammiraglia 2018, perfect with Battle Creek’s Beatrix Goat Cheese…
- TOKARA celebrates a challenging year with vibrant new vintages…
- Nitida Grande Matriarch 2016, a fine Méthode Cap Classic, good with a dish of cold plump prawns in a curry mayonnaise…
- Haute Cabrière Unwooded Pinot Noir 2020, is the Bee’s knees, watch my YouTube Video…
- The Old Road Wine Company Elgin Pinot Noir 2018 & The Fat Man Restaurant, my YouTube Video…
- Oldenburg Vineyards CL Wines, from a cooler area in the Stellenbosch Wine Appellation…
- Bellingham, The Bernard Series Bush Vine Pinotage 2017, surprisingly good match with Dianne Bibby’s Rosemary & Paprika Roast Chicken…
- Landskroon Shiraz 2018 in its exciting new livery, my Instagram TV Video…
- Wine + Food, The Art of the Perfect Pairing…
- Do listen to my Podcast about The Durbanville Collector’s Reserve The Promenade Pinotage 2017, in the ABSA Top Ten…
- Groenland Antoinette Marié Premium 2016, a podcast…
- Groot Constantia Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, my YouTube Video…
- Haute Cabrière Pierre Jourdan Tranquille, Dianne Bibby’s Linguine with Shrimp & Fresh Tomato Sauce is a great partner…
- Saxenburg Private Collection Pinotage 2017, so good with Dianne Bibby’s Ginger & Chickpea Stew…
- The best of both: Spier 5.5% — a new range of quality wines with less than half the kilojoules and alcohol…
- Bouchard Finlayson Galpin Peak Pinot Noir 2018, my YouTube video….
- De Grendel Op die Berg Chardonnay 2020, a YouTube Video…
- Delaire Graff Coastal Cuvée Sauvignon Blanc 2020, so good with my Ceviche…
- Groot Constantia Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, excellent partner to Dianne Bibby’s Ostrich Stroganoff Pie with Porcini Mushrooms…
- De Wetshof Limestone Hill Chardonnay 2020, perfect partner to Dianne Bibby’s Traditional South African Pickled Fish…
- La Boucher Shiraz 2018, by Edward “Kwagga” Boucher, is a real Stellenbosch stunner, big big wine…
- Nitida Sauvignon Blanc 2020, do watch my YouTube video…..
- Durbanville Hills Sauvignon Blanc 2020, watch my YouTube Video…
- Oldenburg Vineyards Syrah 2017, do watch my You Tube Video…
- Vriesenhof reinvents a classic with the Vriesenhof Kallista 2017…
- Simonsig Redhill Pinotage 2017, watch my YouTube Video in Celebration of National Pinotage Day…
- Roodeberg Classic Red 2019 has a lifetime of stories in every bottle…
- Nederburg The Winemaster’s Pinotage 2018, excellent with Dianne Bibby’s Roast Leg of Lamb with Sweet Onion Marmalade…
- De Wetshof Lilya 2020, a new release from the Estate, watch my YouTube Video…
- Ernie Els Major Series Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, perfect partner to Dianne Bibby’s Smokey Joe’s Beef Fillet with Salsa Verde…
- Zinaschke Steyn, a Nederburg Wine Maker, tells us about The Nederburg Winemaster’s Pinotage 2018 in celebration of Pinotage Day on the 12th October…
- Groote Post Seasalter Sauvignon Blanc 2020, do watch my YouTube video…
- Stellenbosch Hills Chenin Blanc 2020, watch my YouTube video…
- Tokara Sauvignon Blanc 2020, my YouTube Video….
- Perfect wine for Spring, De Grendel Sauvignon Blanc 2020, a YouTube Video…
- Spier 21 Gables Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, a fine red wine made with Stellenbosch grapes…
- Ernie Els Wines Big Easy Red Blend 2017, perfect partner to Dianne Bibby’s Barbecue Meatballs in Bacon Gravy…
- Haute Cabrière Chardonnay Unwooded 2020, a new addition to the family…
- De Wetshof Bateleur Chardonnay 2018, perfect partner to Dianne Bibby’s Rosemary & Bacon Chicken…
- Delaire Graff Shiraz 2018, so good with Dianne Bibby’s Marinated Spiced Lamb Chops…
- Durbanville Hills The Collectors Reserve The Cape Garden Chenin Blanc 2018, watch my You Tube Video…
- Landskroon Cape Vintage, a fine Port style wine, watch my You Tube Video…
- Oldenburg Vineyards Rondekop Series Per Se Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, a You Tube video…
- La Boucher Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 by Edward ‘Kwagga’ Boucher, excellent with a dish of My Tomato Bredie…
- Jan Braai’s National Braai Day Steak with Red Wine Sauce, perfect partner to the newly released Delaire Graff Botmaskop 2018…
- Boschendal Vin d’Or, a heritage wine for Heritage Day, so good with Diane Bibby’s Milk Tart Pancake Mille-Feuille…
- Five Nitida Wines score high in 2020 Tim Atkin Report…
- Groot Constantia Sauvignon Blanc 2020, watch my YouTube video…
- Strydom Vineyards Rex Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, so good with Nina Timm’s Rib eye Steak with Camembert & Fig Chutney…
- Saxenburg Private Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, perfect with Alida Ryder’s Vegetarian Lasagna with Sweet Basil Pesto & Ricotta…
- Nederburg Heritage Heroes The Anchorman 2018, an oak matured Chenin Blanc, so good with Nina Timm’s Granny’s Roast Chicken…
- Stellenbosch’s Simonsig Cuvée Royale 2014, do watch my YouTube video about this premium MCC…
- Norah’s Valley, shines a whole new light on De-Alcoholised Wines with the launch of the Velvet Red, the Silk White and the Satin Sparkling…
- Fantini Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, made from a classical Italian wine grape variety…
- Tim Atkin Report SA Wine Report puts Simonsig quality in the spotlight…
- De Krans Basket Press Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, good with Ina Paarman’s Kettle Braai Pork Neck with Stewed Peaches…
- Cellaro Nero d’Avola Organico Vanità 2019, excellent partner to my Tomato Bredie…
- Muratie Ronnie Melck Shiraz 2016, so good with Alida Ryder’s Creamy Bacon Pasta Bake…
- Survivor launches new Swartland thoroughbred Survivor Bushvine Chenin Blanc…
- International Cabernet Sauvignon Day – September 3rd, 11 of my Cabernet Sauvignon Grape choices to celebrate…
- Frans Malan, pioneer of Cap Classique, the sparkling wine celebrated on September 1st…
- Spring is approaching, September 1st is Cap Classique Day and Charles Hopkins of De Grendel tells of special wine offers…
- Michael Olivier Talking Wine, Oldenburg Vineyards Cabernet Franc 2016, my YouTube Video…
- Landskroon Paul de Villiers Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, my YouTube Video…
- Tokara Director’s Reserve Red 2017, Top 10 in the 2020 WineMag Cape Bordeaux Red Blend Report…
- Groot Constantia Shiraz 2017, a YouTube Video…
- De Wetshof Nature in Concert Pinot Noir 2017, a podcast…
- Delaire Graff Estate Banghoek Reserve Merlot 2018, so good on a cold Winter’s night with My Tomato Bredie…
- My YouTube Video on Simonsig Frans Malan Reserve, Cape Blend 2016, a fine expression of this style of wine…
- Haute Cabrière Pinot Noir Unwooded 2020, my YouTube Video…
- Guardian Peak Merlot 2019, good partner to my Curried Pork Shoulder Chops with Apricots & Green Beans…
- Brampton Wines – Roxton Black joins the flagship series of premium wines…
- Nitida Sauvignon Blanc 2019, and an exciting competition…
- De Grendel Op die Berg Pinot Noir 2017, on my YouTube Channel…
- Hazendal Pinot Noir 2017, excellent partner to Dianne Bibby’s North African Lamb Tagine with Chickpeas & Apricots…
- The Old Road Wine Company Stone Trail Chenin Blanc 2018, on my YouTube Channel…
- My YouTube iMovie – Spier Signature Series Cabernet Sauvignon…
- Maryke Botha, Eikendal’s new winemaker stakes her claim with her enchanting Eikendal Rosé 2020…
- Peter Falke Signature Series Exclusive Blend 2015, a podcast…
- Landskroon Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, good partner to Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Lamb Tagine with Dates & Apricots…
- Five Rosés with a couple of MCCs & a Blanc de Noir – perfect for the middle of Winter…
- Deux Frères Fraternité 2013, so good with My Lamb Knuckle & Quince Bredie…
- De Wetshof Limestone Hill Chardonnay 2020, perfect with my Dalewood Wineland Wild Mushroom Brie, topped with Panko, Enoki Mushroom, Thyme & Lemon Pangratatto…
- Great Wine News from Charles Hopkins, Founding Cellarmaster of De Grendel Wine Estate…
- Bouchard Finlayson Walker Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2019, so good with Nadia Graves’s Thai Vegetable Salad…
- Three Guardian Peak reds, delicious very accessible wines, #winewineforayear with #guardianpeakwines…
- Delaire Graff Cabernet Franc Rosé 2020 [special offer today], good match with my Fresh Norwegian Salmon cured with Gabriel Boudier Saffron Gin…
- Old Road Wine Company PepperWind Single Vineyard Syrah 2017, the perfect foil for Alida Ryder’s Sticky BBQ Ribs…
- Nitida Calligraphy 2017, perfect partner to Ina Paarman’s Eggplant Involtini…
- Groot Constantia Constantia Rood 2017, so good with Alida Ryder’s Warm Asian Duck Salad with Caramelised Grapefruit…
- Two bottles, two cans. Bruce Jack Wines continue to shine brightly…
- Welgegund Heritage Chenin Blanc 2017, so good with Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Confit Chicken with Fennel, Thyme & Lemon…
- Five fabulous whites for Winter, so good with Alida Ryder’s Grilled Fattoush Salad with Eggplant…
- The much awarded Landskroon Cape Vintage [formerly Port] has an interesting history of its own…
- De Wetshof Stalwart Finesse Chardonnay Achieves National Wine Challenge Top 100 Status and Double Platinum…
- Black Oyster Catcher White Pearl 2018, a white ‘Bordeaux’ blend, so good with Jason Whitehead’s Smokehouse Avocado Tempura…
- Withington Malbec 2019, perfect with Catriona’s Turmeric Ravioli with an Aubergine Parmigiana Filling…
- Three great wines for winter and the fabulous Dianne Bibby’s Red Wine Beef Stew with Potato Gratin goes with all of them…
- Annatjie Melck of Muratie’s Marinated Beef Pot Roast, perfect with Muratie Martin Melck Cabernet Sauvignon 2015…
- Simonsig Redhill Pinotage 2017, THE wine for Tony Jackman’s Obie’s Oxtail Potjie…
- Oldenburg Vineyards Series Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Tony Jackman’s Pot Roasted Lamb Shanks with Orange & Rosemary is a perfect partner…
- Jollof Rice, by Jumoke Akintola, a delicious West African Rice dish for a Winter Casserole, good with Welgegund Cinsault 2017…
- De Grendel Rubaiyat 2016, so good with Dianne Bibby’s Ostrich Stroganoff Pie with Porcini Mushrooms…
- Bruce Jack Reserve Pinotage 2019, good with my Madras Curry with Apple & Vegetables…
- Van Loveren Retief Reserve Cape Blend 2018, so good with my lamb tomato bredie…
- Creation Chardonnay 2018, perfect with Dianne Bibby’s Roasted Buttered Chicken…
- De Krans Touriga Naçional 2018, great partner for Dried Apple Stuffed Pork Tenderloin…
- KWV Roodeberg Reserve 2017 is a full-bodied red for hearty comfort food like Elmarie Berry’s Oxtail with Green Olives & Orange…
- Four Racy Chardonnays from the Robertson Wine Appellation, perfect for Winter drinking…
- Landskroon Merlot 2018, in its brand new livery is lovely in combination with Lizet Hartley’s Pork Chops with Mushrooms & Cider Cream Sauce…
- Warm up with Spier Creative Block 3 & hearty, slow-braised Karoo lamb shanks…
- Alto Fine Old Vintage 2008, great partner to Alida Ryder’s Gorgonzola & Pear Risotto with Candied Pears…
- Old Road Wine Company The Spotted Hound 2018, perfect partner to Robyn Wallace’s Pork Goulash…
- Vergelegen Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, so good with Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Steak & Red Wine Jus with Beetroot & Cauliflower Mash…
- De Grendel Méthode Cap Classique Brut 2017 good partner to my Smoked Salmon Trout Parcels…
- Malva Pudding, a dish of many varieties, so good with De Wetshof Edeloes 2006…
- Delaire Graff Botmaskop 2017, excellent with Dianne Bibby’s North African Lamb Knuckle Bredie…
- Peter Falke PF Blanc de Noir 2019, the perfect partner to Nina Timm’s Best BBQ Salmon…
- New release wines mark 75th anniversary for Stellenbosch Hills with prominence for Pinotage – the winery’s first bottled red wine…
- Spier Signature Series Chenin Blanc 2019, celebrates Chenin Blanc Day with Pesto Princess’s Hake with Harissa & Coconut Cream…
- Stellenrust 54 Barrel Fermented Chenin Blanc 2018, great fun with Mussels with Chilli, Ginger & Lemongrass by Thuy Diem Pham…
- Oldenburg Vineyards Merlot 2016, so good with my Tomato Bredie…
- Oldenburg Vineyards Chenin Blanc 2018, made for Tony Jackman’s Coconut Chicken Curry…
- Simonsig Chenin Avec Chêne 2017, excellent with Christine Capendale’s Biltong & Mushroom Soup…
- Landskroon Chenin Blanc 2019, celebrates International Chenin Blanc Day with Ina Paarman’s Vegetable Curry with Cashew Nuts…
- Delaire Graff Swartland Reserve Chenin Blanc 2019, a terrific match to Fuschia Dunlop’s Gong Bau Chicken..
- De Krans Tritonia 2017, a good match with Jane-Anne Hobbs’s Cape-Malay-Style Curried Lamb Kebabs with Apricots..
- Alto Rouge 2017, so good with Dianne Bibby’s Chicken & Cauliflower Korma…
- The Old Road Wine Company Le Courier 2019, so good with Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Crispy Skin Trout, Avo Rose & Greens…
- Douglas Green Chenin Blanc 2019, ready for Chenin Blanc Day on June 20th. Perfect with Christine Capendale’s Pear, Artichoke & Boerenkaas Salad with Spicy Mayo Dressing…
- Bellingham The Homestead Series The Old Orchard Chenin Blanc 2019, land a couple of bottles for Chenin Blanc Day, June 20th…
- TOKARA Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 for a sense of Stellenbosch Banghoek place…
- Rickety Bridge The Printers’ Devil Belphegor 2017, a ZA Confidential Podcast…
- Arnim Family Réserve 2018, an Haute Cabrière Wine, so good with Jane Anne Hobbs’s South African Steak Kebabs with a Monkey-Gland Dipping Sauce…
- Groot Constantia Rosé 2019, so good with my Fresh Norwegian Salmon cured with Saffron Gin…
- Baked Pears, Blue Cheese & Candied Walnuts, a surprise with Simonsig Gewurztraminer 2019…
- Creation Pinot Noir 2018, so good with my Heerenbone & Exotic Mushrooms…
- Peter Falke PF Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, so good with Darina Allen’s Top Side of Beef with Carrots & Thyme…
- Durbanville Hills Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, great partner to Christine Capendale’s Orecchiette with Pan Fried Beef Strips…
- Nadia Graves’s Chicken Sosaties are so good with Mont Blois Kweekkamp Chardonnay 2017…
- Sophia Lindop’s Spanakopita, so easy to make and a great partner for NUIBA First Post 2019…
- Douglas Green Sauvignon Blanc 2019, so good with Dianne Bibby’s Charred Leek & Asparagus Risotto…
- Christine Capendale’s Crepes with Pan Fried Oranges & Honey Whipped Mascarpone, perfect with Groot Constantia Grand Constance 2016…
- Nitida launches exciting competition to celebrate resumption of wine sales…
- Sophia Lindop’s Baked Fennel Bulbs, so good with Simonsig Chenin Blanc 2019…
- The ultimate South African Cheese Board, by Alida Ryder, perfect with Oldenburg Vineyard Whites…
- Landskroon Paul de Villiers Reserve 2017, Nina Timm’s Hearty Beef & Mushroom Pie is the perfect partner…
- Groot Constantia Chardonnay 2018, perfect partner to Dianne Bibby’s Ginger & Turmeric Chickpea Stew…
- Old Road Wine Company The Anvil Shiraz 2017, perfect partner to my Waterblommetjiebredie…
- A Dandelion Salad, and a couple of well-matched wine suggestions…
- Durbanville Hills Merlot 2017, good partner to My Lamb Knuckle & Red Bean Casserole…
- Spier 21 Gables Cabernet Sauvignon, perfect with Grilled Sirloin Steak, Gremolata & Aubergine Puree…
- De Wetshof Finesse 2019, Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Focaccia is a great partner…
- La Motte Pierneef Syrah Viognier 2017, good with Christine Capendale’s Slow Roasted Lamb Pie…
- Groot Constantia Chardonnay 2018, Dianne Bibby’s ‘My Perfect Pickled Fish’ is a great partner…
- Allesverloren Single Vineyards Block 51 Red Muscadel 2019, so delicious with Dalewood Fromage Boland and a wedge of crisp Baguette…
- Bellingham The Homestead Series Shiraz 2017, good with Dianne Bibby’s Bobotie Filo Parcels with Apple Ring Chutney…
- Alto Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, great partner to Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Oven Roasted BBQ Brisket…
- Bonnievale Limited Release Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, a ZA Confidential podcast…
- Lozärn Carménère Rosé 2019, perfect partner for Dianne Bibby’s Chinese Mandarin Chicken Tray Bake…
- Delaire Graff Summercourt Chardonnay 2019, excellent with Nina Timm’s Crispiest Sesame Chicken Strips…
- Mont Blois Estate Pinotage Tarentaalsdraai 2016, so good with my Lamb Knuckle & Quince Bredie…
- Haute Cabrière Pinot Noir 1994, Christian Eedes, Editor of Winemag.com, looks back…
- De Grendel Amandelboord Pinotage 2018, excellent with Ian Bergh’s Grilled Ribeye Steak with Café de Paris Sauce…
- Constantia Glen : Traditional Austrian Beef Goulash Soup, so good with the Estate’s Five 2016…
- Oldenburg Vineyard Series Syrah 2016, perfect with Alida Ryder’s Honey, Soy Crispy Beef & Noodles…
- Raise a glass of Van Loveren to toast International Chardonnay Day…
- Simonsig The Garland 2015, an excellent accompaniment to Dianne Bibby’s Roast Leg of Lamb with Sweet Onion Marmalade…
- Peter Falke Sauvignon Blanc 2019, so good with Jane-Anne Hobbs’s Salmon, Beetroot and Rocket Salad…
- Spier Seaward Chardonnay 2019, with Craig & Shaun McAnuff’s Honey Roasted Jerk Salmon…
- Cappupino Ccinotage! Boland Cellar’s answer to your ‘Coffee’ Pinotage, good with Nadia Graves’s Baked pasta with sausage, sage & butternut…
- De Grendel Merlot 2018, delicious with Dianne Bibby’s Ginger & Turmeric Chickpea Stew…
- Douglas Green Merlot 2019, a good match for Dianne Bibby’s Simple Roast Napoletana Pasta…
- While International Sauvignon Blanc Day is over, there are still some damn fine Sauvignons out there, perfect match for Cat’s Comté & Caramelised Onion Tarte Flambée…
- International Sauvignon Blanc Day, step forward Bellingham Homestead Series Sauvignon Blanc 2019. Good with my Calamari, Lemon and Parsley Risotto…
- De Grendel Noble Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc 2019, so good with Nadia Graves’s Flan Parisien…
- Boschendal Black Angus 2017, excellent with Alida Ryder’s Slow Braised Lamb Shanks…
- The Old Road Wine Company Anemos, Single Vineyard Chenin Blanc 2017, so good with Dianne Bibby’s Quick Lemon and Herb Chicken…
- The Renegade Wine Company – Can Can wine in a can, a ZA Confidential podcast…
- Peter Falke Leilani Muscat d’Alexandrie Noble Late Harvest nv, excellent with Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall’s Oaty Banana Drop Scones…
- Top Drop #25, Haute Cabrière Pinot Noir Unwooded 2019, so good with Ina Paarman’s Watermelon & Feta Salad…
- Graham Beck Cuvée Clive 2014, flagship of all flagships…
- Delaire Graff Sauvignon Blanc 2019, a great wine with Robyn Wallace’s Chicken Cacciatore…
- Oldenburg Vineyards Series Chardonnay 2019, perfect match to The Pesto Princess’s Vegan Caesar Salad…
- Top Drop #24 De Wetshof Limestone Hill 2019, perfect partner to Dianne Bibby’s Quick Lemon & Herb Chicken…
- Simonsig Cuvée Royale 2014, good with my Smoked Salmon Parcels…
- Alto Shiraz 2016, perfect with a steak off the braai and Roberta Muir’s Salsa Verde…
- Crush 100 South African Wines to drink now, #29 De Grendel Merlot 2017…
- Top Drop #23, Old Road Wine Company French Corner 2017 blend of Grenache Noir, Mourvédre, Cinsaut & Shiraz…
- Top Drop #22, Groot Constantia Merlot 2017, excellent with Alida Ryder’s Red Wine & Mushroom Sauce for Fillet…
- Top Drop #21, Creation Syrah Grenache 2018, perfect with the Estate’s Olive Ciabatta…
- Top Drop #20, Delaire Graff Coastal Cuvée Sauvignon Blanc 2019…
- Tangled Tree Wines raise eco-awareness for Earth Day…
- Ben Wren’s Wine in a Can, a ZA Confidential podcast…
- It’s International Malbec Day, step forward Paul Wallace Black Dog Malbec 2017…
- Top Drop #19, Bellingham The Bernard Series Old Vine Pinotage 2017, made for Dianne Bibby’s Slow Roasted Lamb Shawarma…
- Pierre Jourdan MCC Blanc de Blancs, so good with Fresh Oysters and Nic van Wyk’s Sauce Mignonette…
- Top Drop #18, Alto Fine Old Vintage 2008, perfect as an accompaniment to Dalewood Wineland Blue Camembert…
- Durbanville Hills Collector’s Reserve The Promenade Pinotage 2017, so good with Dianne Bibby’s North African Lamb Knuckle Bredie…
- Spier’s Bobotie puts a new twist on tradition…
- Vergelegen Special Reserve Merlot 2015, todays over R120 wine for #sawinelockdown, and perfect with Dianne Bibby’s Roast leg of Lamb with Sweet Onion Marmalade…
- Douglas Green Merlot Malbec 2019, an under R120 bottle for today’s #sawinelockdown…
- Bellingham Wines and the art of oak ageing…
- The Old Road Wine Company The Anvil Shiraz 2017, my #sawinelockdown wine for today…
- De Wetshof Edeloes 2006, an ideal match with Dianne Bibby’s Honey Hot Cross Buns…
- Wine & Food pairings for #salockdown, Ina Paarman’s Pickled Fish & Durbanville Hills Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc…
- Pierre Jourdan Ratafia, todays hidden gem on #sawinelockdown…
- Groot Constantia Sauvignon Blanc 2019, so good with Dianne Bibby’s Simple Pesto Pasta…
- Elgin Ridge – always an excitement from Elgin, new releases of Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir…
- Landskroon Cinsaut Shiraz 2017, a red blend for today’s #sawineonlockdown…
- The Spier Signature Series Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, today’s #sawineonlockdown…
- Bellingham The Bernard Series Bush Vine Pinotage 2017, today’s #sawinelockdown wine…
- The Signature Series Peter Falke Alani Syrah 2017, a podcast…
- De Krans unveils new release Muscat Nectar Alcohol-Free Sparkling…
- Douglas Green Spanish Sherry, from the finest producer in Jerez…
- Middelvlei Rooster Rosé 2019 – a rosé by any other name could never taste as sweet [dry actually]…
- Oldenburg Vineyards Series Chenin Blanc 2019, perfect with Dianne Bibby’s Roasted Buttered Chicken…
- Delaire Graff Estate The Banghoek 2016 has Nina Timm’s Roast Leg of Lamb on the Weber as its perfect partner…
- De Wetshof Estate Finesse Chardonnay 2019, so good with Ina Paarman’s Old Fashioned Chicken Pie…
- Landskroon Chardonnay Unwooded 2019, perfect to serve with Dianne Bibby’s Pear Leek & Brie Soup…
- Alto Rouge 2017, excellent with a tranche of Dalewood Fromage 12-month matured Huguenot…
- Durbanville Hills Chardonnay 2018, great with Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Macaroni Cheese…
- Top drops #17, Spier MCC 2017 …
- Top drops #16, Simonsig Gewürztraminer 2019, a gem with Anina Meyer’s Roasted Tomato & Puff Pastry Tarts…
- Top drops #15, Peter Falke PF Ruby Blend 2016…
- Simonsig Cuvée Royale 2014, in the Top Ten of The Prescient Cap Classique Report 2020…
- Top drops #14, Oldenburg Grenache Noir 2018 …
- Groot Constantia Lady of Abundance 2017, so good with Roberta Muir’s Steak Diane, a classic…
- Peter Falke Signature Noelina Méthode Cap Classique 2015, in the Top Ten of The Prescient Cap Classique Report 2020…
- De Grendel Winifred 2018, great with Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Cheat’s Baba Ganoush & Lebanese Tabbouleh…
- Delaire Graff Sunrise MCC Brut nv, a Top Ten Wine in the Prescient Cap Classique Report 2020…
- Top drops from the Winelands, Old Road Wine Company The Fat Man Pinotage 2018…
- Top drops #11, Landskroon UnWooded Chardonnay 2019…
- Top drops #10, Pierre Jourdan Brut MCC…
- Top drops #9, Groot Constantia Gouverneurs Reserve White Blend 2017…
- Top drops #8, from The Cape Winelands, Durbanville Hills Sauvignon Blanc 2019…
- Top drops #7 from Spain, Douglas Green Spanish Sherry Pale Cream No 1…
- Top drops #6 from the The Cape Winelands, De Wetshof Limestone Hill 2019…
- Rickety Bridge The Printer’s Devil Belphegor 2017, the perfect wine for my Waterblommetjiebredie…
- Top drops #5 from the The Cape Winelands, The Delaire Graff White Reserve 2017…
- Top drops No 3#, Boschendal Blanc de Noir 2019
- Top Drops #2, Bellingham The Bernard Series Old Vine Chenin Blanc 2017…
- Old Road Wine Company 12 Mile Syrah 2017, delicious with Meeta K Wolff’s delicious Vegetable Biryani and 9-Legume Fry – the Punjabi Way…
- The Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Nectars, special wines by Johan Malan & Charl Schoeman…
- Top Drops #1 from the The Cape Winelands, my recent tasting of Alto M.P.H.S 2012….
- Overgaauw Merlot 2017, a tasting for a ZA Confidential Podcast…
- The Perfect Peter Falke Tasting Platter – available in the midweek…
- De Wetshof Finesse 2019, great with Dalewood Fromage Boland Cheese…
- Landskroon Sauvignon Blanc 2019, great partner to Anina Meyer’s Chilled Cucumber Pea & Yoghurt Soup…
- Boschendal Chardonnay Pinot Noir 2019, perfect with Alida Ryder’s Lemon Chicken Piccata Meatballs with Pasta…
- Alto Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, delicious with Grilled Pork Chops with Honey Garlic Glaze…
- Old Road Wine Company Pardonnez Moi Cinsaut 2019, a quirky wine with Nina Timm’s Bangers and Mash…
- De Grendel Viognier 2019, a ZA Confidential podcast…
- Durbanville Hills Chenin Blanc 2019, so good with Nina Timm’s Granny’s Roast Chicken…
- Groot Constantia Pinotage 2018, perfect with Dianne Bibby’s Ottolenghi’s Ricotta & Oregano Meatballs…
- De Grendel Koetshuis Sauvignon Blanc 2019, so good with Jane-Anne Hobbs’s Spaghettini with a Double-Creamy Onion, Lemon & ‘Caviar’ Sauce…
- The Quest – a range of premium wines from Du Toitskloof Winery in Rawsonville…
- Oldenburg Vineyard Series Grenache Noir 2018, great with Dianne Bibby’s Roast Leg of Lamb with Sweet Onion Marmalade…
- Valentine’s Day #19, Boschendal MCC Brut Rosé nv, perfect pink for the day…
- Valentine’s Day #18, Cederberg Bukettraube 2019, a gem….
- Valentine’s Day Podcast #17, Landskroon Blanc de Noir 2019…
- Valentine’s Day Podcast #16, Peter Falke Blanc de Noir 2019…
- Valentine’s Day Podcast #15, Pierre Jourdan Belle Nectar Demi-Sec Rosé…
- Valentine’s Day #14, Groot Constantia MCC Brut Rosé…
- Valentine’s Day Podcast, De Grendel Rosé 2019…
- Valentine’s Day #12, Durbanville Hills Collectors Reserve The Cape Mist Sauvignon Blanc 2018…
- Valentine’s Day Podcast #11, Delaire Graff Cabernet Franc Rosé 2019…
- Valentine’s Day Podcast #10, De Wetshof Lilya Rosé 2019, good with De Wetshof Mosbolletjies…
- Valentine’s Day Podcast #9, Bouchard Finlayson Walker Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2019…
- Pierre Jourdan Méthode Cap Classique Brut nv, great partner to Christine Capendale’s Apple Tarte Tatin…
- Valentine’s Day Podcast #8, Delheim Wild Ferment Chenin Blanc 2018…
- Valentine’s Day Podcast #7, Oldenburg Vineyards Grenache Noir 2018…
- Valentine’s Day Podcast #6, Villiera Tradition Brut Rosé…
- Simonsig Chenin Blanc Pinotage 2019, so good with Dianne Bibby’s Giant Couscous Salad with Peas, Smoked Bacon & Parmesan…
- Valentine’s Day Podcast #5, Spier Secret Sparkling Rosé, such a lovely wine…
- Valentine’s Day Podcast #3, Alto Cabernet Sauvignon 2016…
- Painted Wolf Roussanne 2018, a ZA Confidential Podcast…
- Valentine’s Day Podcast #2, Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Brut Rosé 2018…
- Valentine’s Day Podcast #1, Bruce Jack Vloermoer Amontillado, Chardonnay en Rama 2000…
- A visit to Haute Cabrière Restaurant & Winery – in beautiful Franschhoek, well worth the drive…
- Landskroon Chenin Blanc 2019 – a pair of stars, both so good with Nina Timm’s Smoked Mackerel Fish Cakes with tangy Tartare Sauce…
- Alto Shiraz 2016, so good with Diane Bibby’s Spinach & Leek Spanakopita…
- Crush, 100 South African Wines to drink now #28, Nuiba First Post 2019….
- Zandvliet Estate Shiraz Rosé nv, delicious with Ina Paarman’s Black Mushrooms with Basil Pesto, an excellent lunch dish…
- Crush, 100 South African Wines to drink now #27 Peter Falke PF Pinot Noir 2017…
- De Wetshof Limestone Hill Chardonnay 2019, so good with Jane-Anne Hobbs’s Chicken with Roasted Onions, Grapes & Verjuice…
- Old Road Wine Company The Spotted Hound 2018, so good at lunchtime with Alida Ryder’s Crispy bacon brie grilled cheese sandwich with caramelised onions…
- The Spice Route Obscura White 2019, a ZA Confidential podcast…
- Delaire Graff Cabernet Franc Rosé 2019, best with Dianne Bibby’s White Bean Hummus with Candied Tomatoes…
- Crush, 100 South African Wines to drink now #26, Waterkloof Circumstance Cape Coral 2019 Mourvèdre Rosé…
- Oldenburg Vineyards CL Red 2018, try it with my Indian Beef Curry…
- Bellingham The Homestead Series Sauvignon Blanc 2019, the perfect wine for Dianne Bibby’s The Ultimate Buddha Bowl Harvest Board…
- Crush, 100 South African Wines to drink now #25, Vinoneers Orpheus & the Raven – No. 42, 2017…
- De Grendel Viognier 2019, so good with a Tomato Kiri Cream Cheese Crostata…
- The Durbanville Hills Rosé, a still and a sparkling, delicious Summer Wine from a cool climate region…
- Groot Constantia Méthode Cap Classique Brut Rosé 2017, delicious with my pickled fish…
- Crush, 100 South African Wines to drink now #24, Simonsig The Grapesmith Mediterraneo 2017
- Darina & Deetlefs, a great match….
- Crush, 100 South African Wines to drink now #23, Delheim Iconoclast 2012…
- Peter Falke Wines – ‘well worth the drive’ as they say in the Guide Michelin…
- Oldenburg Vineyards new White Blend 2019, serve it with Nina Timm’s Colonel Harland Sanders Stuffed Pork Chops…
- De Wetshof Bateleur Chardonnay 2017, serve it with Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Roast Pork Belly with Spiced Plums…
- Bellingham The Homestead Series Chardonnay 2018, serve it with Jane-Anne Hobbs’s Salad of Shaved Baby Fennel, Apple and Smoked Mackerel…
- Landskroon Paul de Villiers Shiraz 2017, serve chilled with Nina Timm’s Beef Carpaccio…
- The Delaire Graff Sauvignon Blanc 2019, a ZA Confidential podcast…
- Pierre Jourdan Belle Nectar, a non-vintage MCC, good with Dianne Bibby’s Vintage Vanilla Cupcakes with Lemon Curd Buttercream…
- Durbanville Hills Collector’s Reserve The Cableway Chardonnay 2018, so good with Lizet Hartley’s Butternut Ravioli with Tomato Cream Sauce…
- Old Road Wine Company The Butcher and Cleaver 2015, delicious with Diane Bibby’s roast leg of lamb with sweet onion marmalade…
- Groot Constantia Chardonnay 2018, excellent with Jane-Anne Hobbs’s Warm Duck Salad with Crackly-Topped Beetroot…
- Delaire Graff Empress Rosé 2019, so good with my Cured Fresh Norwegian Salmon…
- Advent Calendar 2019, The Blaauwklippen Zinfandels, a podcast
- Alto Rouge 2017, great with Dianne Bibby’s Parmesan Meatballs with Sundried Tomato Sauce…
- Advent Calendar 2019, Kunjani Shiraz 2015, a podcast…
- Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Brut 2018, perfect with Ina Paarman’s Anchovy Pasta with Garlic Breadcrumbs…
- Robertson’s Thunderchild 2016, a ZA Confidential podcast…
- Oldenburg Rondekop Series Stone Axe Syrah 2017, so good with Alida Ryder’s Cheese & Tomato Baked Ravioli…
- Landskroon Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, so good with Nadia Graves’s Beef Short Rib in Red Wine & Port…
- De Grendel Rosé 2019, so good with Nina Timm’s Portuguese Sardines with Spring Herbs…
- Middelvlei Unoaked Chardonnay 2019 – just in time for Summer, so good with Dalewood Fromage Wineland Chef’s Camembert…
- FAT bastard Chenin Blanc 2018, so good with Dianne Bibby’s Butter Roasted Chicken…
- Lozärn Wines, champions of Carménère, produce a single-vineyard red wine and a great rosé for International Carménère Day November 24th…
- Alto Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, so good with a weeknight supper of Jane-Anne Hobbs’s Effortless Fennel, Sausage & Tomato Traybake…
- Boschendal Jean Le Long Prestige Cuvée 2008, a fine MCC and good with my Dalewood Fromage Wineland Baked Camembert with Citron Preserve & Pine Nuts…
- Spier Signature Chenin Blanc 2019, and a quick-and-easy Asparagus treat for any occasion…
- Groot Constantia Merlot 2017, so good with Nadia Graves’s Tartiflette – potatoes, bacon and Reblochon…
- Compagniesdrift Chardonnay Pinot Noir 2018, good with Dianne Bibby’s Linguini with Shrimp & Fresh Tomato Sauce…
- Diemersfontein The Prodigy Pinotage 2018, a ZA Confidential podcast…
- Simonsig Woolworths Rosé 2019, so good with a lunchtime snack of Alida Ryder’s crispy bacon brie grilled cheese sandwich with caramelised onions…
- The Old Road Wine Company, Anemos Single Vineyard Chenin Blanc 2017, delicious with Dianne Bibby’s Chicken Pastilla with Freekeh & Almonds
- The Hartenberg Riesling 2017, a ZA Confidential Podcast…
- International Merlot Day – Overgaauw Merlot, first estate bottle Merlot in South Africa…
- International Sherry Week – Douglas Green Pale Cream Sherry No 1 is made and bottled in Jerez, world capital of Sherry in Southern Spain…
- Durbanville Hills Sauvignon Blanc 2018, delicious with Jane-Anne Hobbs’s Fennel Salad with Caramelised Pears, Walnuts & Blue Cheese…
- International Sherry Week starts today, start with Douglas Green Spanish Sherry No 3…
- Landskroon Paul de Villiers Merlot 2015, so good with Anina Meyer’s Jerk Buttered Cauliflower with Watermelon Salad…
- A legend for lunch, Jan Boland Coetzee – Vriesenhof revisited…
- Groot Constantia Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, perfect with Ina Paarman’s Standing Rib Roast of Beef…
- Oldenburg Vineyards Rondekop Rhodium 2016, perfect partner to Dianne Bibby’s Best Marinated Rib Eye Steak…
- Two 2017 gems from Welgegund, The Cinsault and the Grenache Noir…
- Tierhoek Straw Wine nv, great with Dianne Bibby’s Nectarine tart with thyme and honey butter drizzle…
- The Haute Collection 2017, a Pinot Noir and a Chardonnay from Haute Cabrière Franschhoek…
- Simonsig Cuvée Royale 2014, good with Ina Paarman’s Chicken Saltimbocca…
- KWV The Mentors Canvas 2017, perfect with delicious summer salads…
- The Old Road Wine Company Spotted Hound 2018, so good with Nadia Graves’s Chicken with chorizo, potatoes, chickpeas & lemons…
- Delaire Graff Summercourt Chardonnay 2018, so good with Christine Capendale’s Tagliatelle with Tomatoes 3 ways, Olives, Capers & Chili…
- De Krans Wine Estate in Calitzdorp releases two perfect Summer whites…
- Durbanville Hills Collector’s Reserve, The Cape Mist Sauvignon Blanc 2018, good with Roberta Muir’s Salade Lyonnaise…
- Alto MPHS 2012, made for Creamy Parmesan Polenta with Pan Fried Exotic Mushrooms & White Truffle Oil…
- De Grendel Sauvignon Blanc 2019, perfect with my Beer Battered Fish…
- Van Loveren’s Christina Trousseau Pinotage 2017 – the epitome of South African heritage…
- Perdeberg The Dry Land Collection Rossouw’s Heritage 2017, so good with Ina Paarman’s Flattie in a Frying Pan…
- Douglas Green Pinotage 2019, excellent with Jane-Anne Hobbs’s Oven-Baked Vegetables in a Spiced Coconut Gravy…
- De Wetshof Sauvignon Blanc 2019, great partner to Anina Meyer’s Chicken Teriyaki Salad…
- Sijnn Red 2015, a red blend from Malgas, a ZA Confidential podcast…
- Bellingham The Bernard Series Old Vine Chenin Blanc 2017, good match with Ina Paarman’s Tofu Grain Bowl with Vegetables…
- Middelvlei Free-Run Pinotage 2018 – Celebrating Pinotage in October…
- Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Méthode Cap Classique, the wine that started the MCC revolution in the Cape…
- De Grendel Rubaiyat 2015, a ZA Confidential podcast…
- Crush – 100 South African Wines to drink now, #19 Bon Courage Inkara Cabernet Sauvignon 2015…
- Landskroon Cinsaut 2016, good with Christine Capendale’s Lamb Meatball Tagine with Butternut & Feta…
- Durbanville Hills Collectors Reserve The Cape Garden Chenin Blanc 2018, perfect partner for Alida Ryder’s Indian Spiced Chicken…
- The Old Road Wine Co Juliette Sauvignon Blanc 2018, good with my Smoked Fish Paté & grape jam…
- De Grendel Three Spades Cider, good with Christine Capendale’s Tarte Tatin with Apple & Pecans & a Butterscotch Sauce…
- Avondale Samsara 2009, the Decade Edition, so good with Dianne Bibby’s Red Wine Ragu with Rigatoni…
- The Fledge & Co Jikken Bareru Elgin Riesling 2018, a ZA Confidential Podcast…
- Oldenburg Vineyard Series Chenin Blanc 2018, Alida Ryder’s Hawaiian Chicken Skewers…
- Alto Shiraz 2016, go South African with Ina Paarman’s Peri Peri Bean Bredie…
- Durbanville Hills Sparkling Rosé, a non-vintage wine, perfect with Jan Hendrik’s quick & easy Seafood Soup with Aïoli…
- Creamy Smoked Chicken & Chive Pasta with Spier’s new Seaward Chardonnay…
- Delaire Graff Swartland Reserve Chenin Blanc 2018, good with Christine Capendale’s Lamb Meatballs with Herbed Burghul, Lime Yoghurt & Pickled Tomatoes…
- Van Loveren continues its fight against poaching with its latest release Rhino Run wines…
- Crush – 100 South African Wines to drink now, #18, Avondale Anima 2016…
- Simonsig Cuvée Royale 2014, so good with Alida Ryder’s Crispy Bacon Brie Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Caramelised Onions…
- Tokara celebrates its 20th vintage & sweeps the board in Tim Atkin SA Special Report…
- Diemersfontein The Prodigy Pinotage 2018, so good with Dianne Bibby’s Flour-less chocolate cake with glossy ganache…
- Groot Constantia Constantia Rood 2017 for which Dianne Bibby’s Smoky Joe’s beef fillet with salsa verde is the perfect partner…
- De Wetshof Estate Naissance Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, a fine Robertson Cabernet Sauvignon, a ZA Confidential podcast…
- De Krans introduces A Twist of Fate 2017, a delicious dry red blend of two traditional Port grapes…
- Michael Olivier’s Minute of Wine #12, Peter Falke PF Ruby Blend 2016, a Helderberg Wine – a podcast
- Stellenbosch Hills expands its terroir expressions with two new Sense of Place Wines…
- Landskroon Wine Estate Pinotage 2017, the wine for a classical Burgundian egg dish, Oeufs en Meurette…
- Delaire Graff Cabernet Franc Rosé 2019, perfect partner to my Deconstructed Sushi…
- De Grendel Amandelboord Pinotage 2017, a stunner and so good with Nina Timm’s Pork Belly Kebabs…
- Asara The Vineyard Collection Cape Fusion 2016, good with Dianne Bibby’s Roast Butternut and Lentil Bobotie…
- Durbanville Hills Chenin Blanc 2018, great with Dianne Bibby’s Wild Rice Chicken Salad with Avocado…
- Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel 2016, the pioneering Methode Cap Classique, a ZA Confidential podcast…
- Alto Rouge 2017, a great classic in South Africa’s Wine History, delicious with my Brick Chicken…
- Pierre Jourdan MCC Brut nv, with which Gin-Cured Salmon Gravadlax, Tartare-Style by Jane-Anne Hobbs is a delicious partner…
- Uncorking the Black Beauty Krone Kaaimansgat Blanc de Blanc 2016…
- Simonsig Labyrinth Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, excellent with Meeta K Wolff’s Orange Marmalade & Port Glazed Duck…
- Zevenwacht Shiraz 2017, red, rich and sublime and excellent with my Waterblommetjiebredie…
- My Waterblommetjiebredie, a real Cape tradition in the late winter…
- Altydgedacht Barbera 2015, a fine Durbanville wine by Etienne Louw, the Estate’s Winemaker, a ZA Confidential podcast…
- Groot Constantia Gouverneurs Reserve 2016, good at supper with Alida Ryder’s Chicken Fried Steak…
- Oldenburg Vineyards Chardonnay 2018, so good with Christine Capendale’s Mediterranean Pan Fried Chicken…
- Boschendal Méthode Cap Classique Brut Rosé NV, delicious with Jane-Anne Hobbs’s Prawn & Asparagus Salad with Verjuice Dressing & Mayo…
- De Wetshof Estate Naissance Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, perfect with Jane-Anne Hobbs’s Slow-Cooked Moroccan-Spiced Beef and Apricot Stew with Naartjie Couscous…
- Richard Kershaw Wines Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2017, perfect with my Beer Battered Fish…
- Michael Olivier’s Minute of Wine #10, a podcast, Yonder Hill Nicola 2015…
- Durbanville Hills Collector’s Reserve The Lighthouse Merlot 2017, perfect with a tranche of Dalewood Fromage Huguenot…
- Bellingham The Bernard Series Small Barrel SMV 2015, great partner for Alida Ryder’s Irish Lamb Stew…
- Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Satin Nectar Rosé 2017, a Méthode Cap Classique. A ZA Confidential podcast…
- Crush – 100 South African Wines to drink now, #17 Elgin Ridge 282 Sauvignon Blanc 2016…
- Asara #12 The Vineyard Collection Merlot 2017, perfect with Dianne Bibby’s Ten Minute Walnut & Sage Ravioli…
- Landskroon Paul de Villiers Reserve 2017, with a different kind of match, Christine Capendale’s Best Chicken Nachos…
- Journeys End Wines rebrands its Tales Series…
- Alto Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, good match with NOMU’s Short Rib Ragu with Gnocchi…
- De Wetshof Estate Lilya Rosé 2019, so good with Dianne Bibby’s Cumin roast sweet potatoes with tahini sauce…
- Waterkloof Circle of Life White 2016, a fine biodynamc wine unveiled…
- Oldenburg Vineyards Viognier 2018, excellent with my Pickled Fish…
- Groot Constantia Sauvignon Blanc 2018, perfect partner to Ina Paarman’s Hake in Beer Batter with Tartare Sauce…
- Crush – 100 South African Wines to drink now, #16 Zevenwacht Z Collection Reserve 2014, perfect with Alida Ryder’s Slow Braised Lamb Shanks …
- Asara #11 The Bell Tower 2013, very good with Dianne Bibby’s Best Marinated Rib-Eye Steak…
- De Grendel Rubaiyat 2015, when Dianne Bibby’s Red Wine Beef Stew with Potato Gratin is a perfect match…
- Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Satin Nectar Rosé 2017, perfect with Dianne Bibby’s Cognac Apple Cake…
- Michael Olivier’s Minute of Wine #15 Paul Wallace Brave Heart Pinot Noir 2017…
- Crush – 100 South African Wines to drink now, #15, Simonsig Mr Borio’s Shiraz 2016, try it with Ina Paarman’s Twice Cooked Sticky Ribs…
- Zevenwacht Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, perfect with Winemaker Charles Lourens’s Lamb Potjie…
- Asara Vineyard Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, perfect with Ina Paarman’s Shank & Shin Potjie…
- Delaire Graff Botmaskop 2017, a perfect match to Alida Ryder’s Slow Roasted Lamb Shanks…
- Da Luca Prosecco – going stratospheric in the Sparking Wine World…
- 8 Wines recently tasted; did we have fun?…
- Zevenwacht Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, perfect with Ina Paarman’s Springbok & Baby Onion Kebabs…
- Vriesenhof Grenache Noir Shiraz Mourvèrde 2017, so good with Nadia Graves’s Braised Beef Cheeks…
- Landskroon Shiraz 2017, prefect match with Lizet Hartley’s Green Bean Bredie…
- Groot Constantia Pinotage 2017, a good match with my Autumn Lamb Casserole…
- Oldenburg Vineyards Rondekop Rhodium 2015, delicious with my Pork, Apricot & Green Bean Curry…
- Paul Wallace “The Nix” Sauvignon Blanc Noble Late Harvest 2017, delicious with Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Almond & Raspberry Friands…
- Glen Carlou Quartz Stone Chardonnay 2017, and Dianne Bibby’s Buttered Roasted Chicken ticks all the boxes…
- Bellingham The Homestead Series Sauvignon Blanc 2018, a ZA Confidential Podcast…
- Pork & Fennel Meatballs, a good match with Spier’s new Seaward Shiraz 2017…
- De Grendel Shiraz 2017, so good with Alida Ryder’s Ostrich Kebabs with Feta & Herb Sauce…
- Crush – 100 South African Wines to drink now, #13, Neethlingshof Gewürztraminer 2018…
- Zevenwacht The Tin Mine Red 2015, excellent with Carey Boucher – Erasmus’s Roast Leg of Pork with Hanepoot Apples & Crispy Duck Fat Potatoes…
- Haute Cabrière Pinot Noir Rosé 2019, perfect with Jane-Anne Hobbs’s Chicken Liver Paté with a Jellied Verjuice Topping…
- De Wetshof Limestone Hill Chardonnay 2019, launched at Saint in Sandown….
- KWV Cathedral Cellar Shiraz 2016, good with Mynhardt Joubert’s Pesto Verde with Squid Ink Pasta, Black Salami & Parmesan…
- Durbanville Hills Collector’s Reserve The Promenade Pinotage 2017, serve with Dalewood Fromage 12 month matured Huguenot…
- Asara Vineyard Collection Shiraz 2015, June is a time to celebrate Venison with Nina Timm’s Venison Pie made with a Batter Blanky…
- Delaire Graff Shiraz 2017, so good with Alida Ryder’s Greek Pork Souvlaki…
- Black Oystercatcher Sauvignon Blanc 2018 by Dirk Human, from the deep south, Elim, with Nina Timm’s Poké Bowl…
- Glenelly Estate Reserve 2013, good with Nina Timm’s Waterblommetjie Bredie, a heritage dish…
- Crush – 100 South African Wines to drink now, #12, Babylonstoren Nebukadnesar 2017…
- Constantia Nectar 2009, a ZA Confidential Podcast…
- Crush – 100 South African Wines to drink now, #11, Rietvallei JMB Cabernet Franc 2015…
- Landskroon Paul de Villiers Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, so delicious with Dianne Bibby’s Spiced Lentil & Vegetable Soup with Halloumi Flatbreads…
- De Grendel Merlot 2017, excellent with Nic van Wyk’s Liver in a Sour Sauce…
- Michael Olivier’s Minute of Wine #8, Peter Falke PF Pinot Noir 2016 & Peter Falke PF Chardonnay 2017, a podcast…
- Crush – 100 South African Wines to drink now, #9, Mont Blois Pomphuis White Muscadel 2016…
- Lothian Vineyards garners the coveted South African Chardonnay Trophy at The 2019 International Wine Challenge…
- Hanneli R 2013, a flagship wine from La Motte, Myrna Robins writes….
- Simonsig Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2017, so delicious with Nina Timm’s New York Strip Sirloin…
- May 23rd is International Chardonnay Day; I pay homage to a couple of my current favourites….
- Boschendal Nicolas 2016, perfect with Meeta K Wolff’s Ramen Bowl with Sesame Poppy Seed, Venison & Ginger Chili Kale & Swede…
- Michael Olivier’s Minute of Wine #6 Asara The Vineyard Collection Merlot 2017…
- Michael Olivier’s Minute of Wine #7, Lozärn Carmènére 2017 from Bonnievale…
- Delaire Graff Estate Banghoek Reserve Chardonnay 2018 meets Lizet Hartley’s Pork Chops with Mushrooms & Cider Cream Sauce…
- Zevenwacht The Tin Mine White Blend 2017, perfect partner to Sophia Lindop’s Fennel & Sumac Crusted Salmon Trout…
- Glen Carlou The Welder 2016, great partner to Dianne Bibby’s Apple Galette with Walnut Frangipane & Caramel…
- Durbanville Hills Collector’s Reserve, The Lighthouse Merlot 2017. Roberta Muir’s Steak Diane, a real French classic & so easy to make, is a perfect partner…
- Robertson Constitution Road Flagships offer great pleasure…
- De Wetshof Estate Nature in Concert Pinot Noir 2017, so good with Ina Paarman’s Thai Fish Fritters with Chilli Chutney…
- Groot Constantia Lady of Abundance 2017, so perfect with Alida Ryder’s Tomato Bredie…
- Polkadraai heralds a Rosé future on its 10th anniversary…
- Elgin Ridge 282 Pinot Noir 2016 – so good with Roberta Muir’s traditional Coq au Vin…
- Give your Mum a Lady on Mother’s Day, a Glenelly Lady May 2013…
- Oldenburg Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, the perfect wine for Nina Timm’s Oriental Beef Casserole…
- Cavalli Colt 2016 will gussy up Alida Ryder’s Slow Braised Lamb Shanks perfectly…
- Asara The Vineyard Collection Cape Fusion 2015, perfect match for Lizet Hartley’s Pork Chops with Mushrooms & Cider Cream Sauce…
- Glen Carlou Vineyards The Curator’s Collection Sauvignon Blanc 2017, excellent with NOMU’s Pissaladière…
- Quoin Rock Red Blend 2015, perfect with Christine Capendale’s warming Goulash Soup…
- Crush – 100 South African Wines to drink now, #8, Kleine Zalze Vineyard Selection Cabernet Sauvignon 2017…
- Leopard’s Leap Culinaria Grand Vin 2016, from Leopard’s Leap Family Vineyards…
- Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Satin Nectar 2017, at afternoon tea with Dianne Bibby’s Greek Yoghurt Cake with Granadilla Syrup…
- Landskroon Merlot 2017, perfect with Ina Paarman’s Venison Pie with Port & Prunes…
- Hartenberg Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, great with Alida Ryder’s Lamb Ragu with Cauliflower Gnocchi…
- Asara The Vineyard Collection Cape Fusion 2015, perfect partner to Roberta Muir’s Vitello Tonnato…
- Crush – 100 South African Wines to drink now, #6, Pasarene Chardonnay 2016…
- Zevenwacht 360 Sauvignon Blanc 2018, so good with Anina Meyer’s Mango & Rice Super Salad…
- Groot Constantia Rosé 2018, good with my Eland Tacos with Tomato, Kidney Beans & Chilli…
- Oldenburg Vineyards CL Red 2017, so good with Alida Ryder’s Succulent Slow Roasted Greek Lamb and potatoes with garlic, rosemary & lemon…
- Glenelly The Glass Collection Syrah 2017, good partner to Dianne Bibby’s North African Lamb Knuckle Bredie…
- Glen Carlou The Collection Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2018, perfect with Jan-Hendrik van der Westhuizen’s Pickled Baby Hake with Peaches…
- Crush – 100 South African Wines to drink now, #4, Raats Family Dolomite Cabernet Franc 2016…
- Asara #10 The Vineyard Collection Sauvignon Blanc 2018, good partner to Dianne Bibby’s Traditional South African Pickled Fish…
- Pierre Jourdan MCC Brut nv, perfect with Nic van Wyk & Westley Muller’s Cold Smoked Trout with Asparagus & Fennel salad…
- Bellingham The Bernard Series Bush Vine Pinotage 2017, perfect partner to Nina Timm’s Lip-smacking Lamb Ribs…
- Simonsig GSM 2017, so good with Christine Capendale’s Easter Roast Lamb with Roasted Onions & Chimichurri…
- Durbanville Hills Merlot Dry Rosé 2018, great partner to Jane-Anne Hobbs’s Seared Tuna with a Burnt Tomato & Caper Dressing…
- De Wetshof Edeloes 2006, perfect with a slice of my Simnel Cake for Easter…
- Flagstone Two Roads Chardonnay 2016, brave enough to face up to Ina Paarman’s Chipolata Ovenbake with Chargrilled Shallots…
- De Grendel Méthode Cap Classique Brut 2016, Justine Wall’s Cauliflower Puffs make the perfect snack…
- Perdeberg The Dry Land Collection Courageous Barrel Fermented Chenin Blanc 2016, perfect partner to Christine Capendale’s Smoked Snoek Frittata…
- Hartenberg The Stork 2015, Sophia Lindop’s Malay Lamb Knuckle Curry is a great companion…
- Landskroon UnWooded Chardonnay 2018, perfect partner to Meeta K Wolff’s Green Asparagus Chicken Caesar Salad with Honeyed Pecan Nuts…
- Oldenburg White Blend 2018, so good with Nadia Graves’s Asparagus Mimosa…
- Steenberg Rattlesnake Sauvignon Blanc 2018, so delicious with Kerry Kilpin’s Artichoke, Pea & Chevin Risotto…
- Piekenierskloof Grenache 2016, great match with Nina Timm’s Soft, Tender Sirloin Steaks…
- De Wetshof Sauvignon Blanc 2018, lovely partner for Dianne Bibby’s Spinach & Quinoa Buddha Bowl…
- Terra del Capo Sangiovese 2016 – Italian inspiration throughout the year…
- Glenelly Glass Collection Merlot 2017, perfect with Roberta Muir’s Steak Diane…
- Steenberg Sphynx Chardonnay 2018, excellent with Sophia Lindop’s Fennel & Sumac crusted Salmon Trout…
- Douglas Green Sherry – made and bottled in Jerez, world capital of Sherry in Southern Spain…
- Perdeberg The Dry Land Collection Resolve Pinotage 2014, perfect partner to Monique Henning’s The Yellow Cap Oxtail Potjie…
- Flagstone Longitude 2017, with Alida Ryder’s Slow Braised Lamb Shanks, what a pair…
- De Grendel Koetshuis Sauvignon Blanc 2018, perfect with Justine Wall’s Red Miso Slaw…
- Delaire Graff White Rock Sauvignon Blanc 2018, partner to Roberta Muir’s Manchego, Orange & Walnut Salad…
- Hartenberg The Eleanor Chardonnay 2016, lovely partner to Sophia Lindops Mussel & Litchi curry…
- Glenelly The Glass Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, so good with Lizet Hartley’s Whole Roast Neck of Lamb…
- Asara The Bell Tower 2013, great with Alida Ryder’s Honey-Garlic Pork Ribeye Steaks…
- Durbanville Hills Sauvignon Blanc 2018, perfect with Roberta Muir’s Pissaladière, a touch of France…
- Peter Falke Signature Exclusive Blend 2014, so good with Sophia Lindop’s Asian pork with Sichuan Pepper…
- Simonsig The Labyrinth Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, perfect match to Roberta Muir’s Asparagus & Goat Cheese Risotto…
- Groot Constantia Chardonnay 2018, great with Anina Meyer’s Chicken Teriyaki Salad…
- Zevenwacht Chardonnay 2017, great match with Prue Leith’s Gnocchi with Peas, Bacon & Parmesan…
- Glen Carlou Vineyards Chardonnay 2017, the perfect match to Alida Ryder’s wonderfully retro Prawn Cocktail Stuffed Avocados…
- Quoin Rock Namysto Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2017, magical partner to Dianne Bibby’s Rosemary and Paprika Roast Chicken…
- Durbanville Hills Collector’s Reserve The Lighthouse Merlot 2016, Roberta Muir’s Mustard Crust Roast Lamb is the perfect partner…
- Kontras – boutique wines, made by two contrasting friends…
- Steenberg Sauvignon Blanc 2018, perfect with Dianne Bibby’s Beetroot Rice Paper Rolls…
- De Wetshof Limestone Hill Chardonnay 2018, a perfect lunchtime wine with NOMU’s Honey Roasted Fig & Walnut Salad with Balsamic Chicken…
- Hartenberg Merlot 2016, so good with Sophia Lindop’s Seared Duck Breast Salad…
- Perdeberg Rex Equus 2014, good match with Roberta Muir’s Steak with Green Peppercorn Hollandaise & Hasselback Potatoes…
- Peter Falke PF Blanc de Noir 2018, delicious with Sophia Lindop’s Pickled Fish…
- Groot Constantia Shiraz 2016, perfect midweek supper companion with Ina Paarman’s Lamb’s Liver with Bacon & Gravy…
- Delaire Graff Banghoek Reserve Chardonnay 2017, lovely start to a meal with Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Chicken Liver Parfait, Spiced Cranberry Compote & Brioche…
- Asara #8 The Vineyard Collection Cape Fusion 2015, a delicious partner for Dianne Bibby’s Red Wine Ragu with Rigatoni…
- Jan Harmsgat – place of excellence, eat, sleep, drink in the Robertson Wine Valley…
- Oldenburg Vineyards Series Syrah 2015, so good with Ina Paarman’s French Beef Stew with Shallots…
- Asara MCC Brut 2016, so good with Christine Capendale’s Goat’s Cheese Cigars as a pre-prandial snack…
- Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Brut Rosé 2017, perfect with Nina Timm’s delicious, retro Avocado Burger…
- Groote Post’s Seasalter, a 2018 Sauvignon Blanc, excellent partner to Alida Ryder’s Grilled Trout Salad with Sriracha Lime Dressing…
- Boschendal Chardonnay Pinot Noir 2018, served with Justine Wall’s delicious retro Avocado Ritz…
- Lozärn Chardonnay 2018, so good with Jane Anne Hobbs’s Chicken with Roasted Onions, Grapes and Verjuice…
- De Grendel Op die Berg Chardonnay 2018, so good with Nadia Graves’s Moules Marinière…
- The Glen Carlou Collection Red Blend 2017, good with Christine Capendale’s Red Thai Meatballs & Corn Curry…
- Quoin Rock White Blend 2017, so good with Roberta Muir’s Duck and Peach Salad…
- Aristea Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, so good with Alida Ryder’s Pulled Pork Grilled Cheese Sandwich…
- Survivor Wild Yeast Syrah 2017, an exciting new release, perfect with Ina Paarman’s Flattie in a Frying Pan…
- Da Luca Sparkling Rosé, excellent with Meeta K Wolff’s Poppy Seed & Chai mini cakes with a Chai Cream Glaze…
- The Landskroon Paul Hugos, a white and a red with a couple of food pairings for you…
- Hartenberg Chardonnay 2016, lovely at lunchtime with Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Cape Malay Pickled Fish ‘Tacos’…
- Malanot Vino Café Pinotage 2016, delicious with Dianne Bibby’s Chocolate Brownies…
- Sauvage La Bri 2012, a good match to Ina Paarman’s Anchovy Pasta with Garlic Breadcrumbs…
- THE BELLINGHAM HOMESTEAD SERIES SAUVIGNON BLANC 2018, GREAT PARTNER TO ANINA MEYER’S MUSHROOM, CHEDDAR & CORN WRAPS…
- Asara Vineyard Collection Sauvignon Blanc 2018, such a lovely lunch time partner with Nomu’s Quinoa & Herb Salad…
- Revenant Red breathes new life into a South African classic and is great with Nina Timm’s Fried Liver with Rich Onion Gravy…
- Dainty Bess Pinot Noir Méthode Cap Classique 2015, named for a rose, delicious with Christine Capendale’s Fish Tacos with Radish Kimchi…
- Perdeberg The Vineyard Collection Shiraz 2017, excellent with Christine Capendale’s Slow Roasted Lamb Pie…
- Peter Falke PF Chardonnay 2017, happily partnered with Anina Meyer’s Mushroom & Spinach Cauliflower Pilau…
- Simonsig Woolworths Chenin Blanc Pinotage Reserve Collection 2017, perfect lunch time partner to Lizet Hartley’s Pork and Green Fig Terrine…
- De Wetshof Finesse 2018, an excellent match with Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Coconut Fish Curry…
- Asara #7 Asara MCC Brut 2015, great with Dianne Bibby’s Portable Tapas Bar
- De Grendel Three Spades Cider, so good with my Chicken cooked in the style of an Alsace housewife…
- Oldenburg Vineyards Grenache Noir 2017, perfect with Roberta Muir’s Spicy Lamb Sausage Rolls…
- Durbanville Hills Collector’s Reserve The Promenade Pinotage 2016, a good match for Tracy Foulkes’s Pulled Pork Belly with Spicy Coleslaw…
- Groot Constantia Constantia Rood 2016, so good with Ina Paarman’s Shin & Oxtail Potjie…
- Altydgedacht Muskarade 2017, so good with Peruvian Ceviche….
- Overgaauw Tria Corda 2014, perfect pairing with Jane-Anne Hobbs’s Slow-roasted Stuffed Leg of Lamb with a Basil Walnut Sauce…
- Fryer’s Cove Sauvignon Blanc 2017, great with Nina Timm’s Devilled Chicken Livers…
- Delaire Graff Sauvignon Blanc 2018, is a good match with Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Very Generous Caesar Salad…
- Hartenberg Riesling 2017, perfect match to Robyn Wallace’s Roasted Indian Cauliflower with Cashews…
- Steenberg Sauvignon Blanc 2018, excellent with Nadia Graves’s Curly Endive Salad with Bacon & Eggs…
- Glenelly Estate Reserve Chardonnay 2017, delicious with Christine Capendale’s Balsamic Char-Grilled Chicken…
- First Sighting Sauvignon Blanc 2018, so good with Dianne Bibby’s Honey & Soy Glazed Salmon with Cucumber Spaghetti Salad & Poppy Seed Dressing…
- Ayama Vermentino 2017, ideal with Anina Meyer’s Prawn & Coconut Curry…
- Flagstone Poetry Cinsault Rosé 2016, good with Jane Anne Hobbs’s summery Delicate Double Salmon Fish Cakes …
- De Wetshof Methode Cap Classique Brut 2009, very good with my Smoked Salmon Trout Parcels…
- The Glen Carlou Collection Chenin Blanc 2018, perfect with Dianne Bibby’s Traditional South African Pickled Fish …
- Steenberg 1682 Brut Chardonnay, fun with Ina Paarman’s Posh Pap and Boerewors Bites…
- Landskroon 2018 Chenins, one dry, one off dry, delicious with Ina Paarman’s Cheese & Leek Quiche…
- Flagstone Free Run Sauvignon Blanc 2017, so good with Justine Wall’s Breakfast Salad…
- Delaire Graff Cabernet Franc Rosé 2018, fun with Christine Capendale’s Feta, Caramelised Onion & Biltong Focaccia…
- Durbanville Hills Collector’s Reserve The Cape Mist Sauvignon Blanc 2017, so good with Alida Ryder’s Smoked Snoek Fishcakes…
- Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Brut 2016, perfect at breakfast with Nina Timms Breakfast Blinis…
- Oldenburg Vineyard Series Cabernet Franc 2015, such a treat with Christine Capendale’s Slow Roasted Lamb Pie…
- Asara Avalon 2012 is a great partner to Alida Ryder’s Steak & Mushroom Pot Pie…
- Groot Constantia Gouverneurs Reserve 2015, partners well with Justine Wall’s Beef Biryani…
- Douglas Green Chenin Blanc 2018, so good with NOMU’s Ultimate Cheese Toastie with Smoky Chipotle Relish & Caramelised Onions…
- Perdeberg Endura Single Vineyard Chenin Blanc 2017, drink it with my Brick Chicken…
- De Grendel Méthode Cap Classique Brut 2015, so good with Dianne Bibby’s Charred Leek & Asparagus Risotto…
- Haute Cabrière Chardonnay Pinot Noir 2017, good with Robyn Wallace’s Italian Lemon Cream Chicken…
- Peter Falke Signature Muscat d’Alexandrie non-vintage, a fine wine to accompany Christine Capendale’s Amarula panna cotta with a rooibos tea & chilli reduction…
- Glen Carlou Merlot 2016, great partner to Nina Timm’s Risoni – Baked with the simple flavours of the Mediterranean…
- De Wetshof Finesse 2018, great partner to Ina Paarman’s Roast Lemon Chicken for a crowd…
- Landskroon Paul de Villiers Merlot 2015, so good with Anna Montali’s Exotic Mushroom Risotto…
- Simonsig Chenin Blanc 2018, perfect with Nadia Graves’s Perfect Roast Chicken…
- De Grendel Koetshuis Sauvignon Blanc 2017, great match to Jane Anne Hobbs’s Salmon, Beetroot & Rocket Salad…
- The Steenberg Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc nv, goes down well with Tracy Foulkes’s Chickpea Salad…
- Kumala Reserve Chenin Blanc 2018, so good with Hein van Tonder’s Crispy Harissa & Lemon Chicken with Potatoes…
- Durbanville Hills Collector’s Reserve The Cableway Chardonnay 2017 is a perfect partner for Alida Ryder’s Prawn Cocktail Salad…
- Boschendal Jean le Long Prestige Cuvée Brut Blanc de Blancs 2018, the perfect partner to Sophia Lindop’s Mango, fennel & braaied lobster salad…
- Oldenburg Rondekop Per Se Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, good with Ina Paarman’s Eggplant Involtini…
- Delaire Graff Summercourt Chardonnay 2017, so good with Christine Capendale’s Curried Mussels…
- La Bri Chardonnay 2017, great with Alida Ryder’s Pan Roasted Chicken with Lemon Garlic Butter…
- Constantia Nectar 2009, a sublime partner to Justine Wall’s Almond Honey Cake with Orange Syrup…
- Groot Constantia Rosé 2018, perfect partner for Sonia Cabano’s Kerrie Sosaties…
- Peter Falke PF Sauvignon Blanc 2018, perfect with Tracy Foulkes’s Roasted Egyptian Dukkah Spiced Aubergines with Goats Feta, Mint & Pomegranate Seeds…
- Groote Post Kapokberg Chardonnay 2017, great with my Brick Chicken…
- Warwick Denman Wines – two beauties from Simonsberg Stellenbosch…
- Asara MCC Brut 2015, good with one of Justine Wall’s Parmesan Pecan Swirls…
- De Wetshof Thibault 2010, perfect partner to Jane Anne Hobbs’s Slow-roasted Stuffed Leg of Lamb with a Basil Walnut Sauce…
- Delaire Graaff Coastal Cuvée Sauvignon Blanc 2018, good with my Snoek Paté & korreltjie konfyt…
- Rietvallei JMB Cabernet Franc 2015, prefect with Nina Timm’s Sirloin Roast….
- Neethlingshof Caracal 2016, a Bordeaux style red blend is good with Lizet Hartley’s Rabbit with White Wine Dijon Cream Sauce & Pancetta Crisps…
- The Kumala Reserve Pinotage 2018, so good with Stewart Turner’s Bobotie…
- Oldenburg Vineyards Merlot 2015, perfect partner to Christine Capendale’s Fillet with Rocket & Horseradish Sauce…
- Bloemcool Hou Moed Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, perfect with Robyn Wallace’s Lamb, or Goat, in a Chermoula Marinade…
- Groot Constantia Sauvignon Blanc 2017, meets Tracy Foulkes’s Candied Walnut & Pear Salad with Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing…
- Vriesenhof Unwooded Chardonnay 2017, delicious with my deconstructed Sushi, so easy to make…
- The Glenelly Estate Reserve Chardonnay 2016, a good match with Christophe Dehosse’s fresh salmon trout & vegetable julienne with beurre blanc sauce…
- Landskroon Cabernet Franc Merlot 2017, good with Hein van Tonder’s Aubergine Schnitzels….
- Haute Cabrière Pinot Noir Unwooded 2018, excellent with Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Peach & Prosciutto Salad, Snoek Paté & Dried Fruit Pickle Harvest Lunch…
- Glen Carlou Sauvignon Blanc 2018, delicious with Nadia Graves’s PPLT – Prosciutto Di Parma, Parmigiano Reggiano, Lettuce & Tomato Salad…
- Peter Falke PF Blanc de Noir 2018, best with Alida Ryder’s Creamy Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta…
- The Asara White Cab 2018, a history making wine, excellent with Christine Capendale’s Fish Cakes with Yoghurt Sauce…
- Perdeberg The Vineyard Collection Bushvine Cinsault Dry Rosé 2018, great lunchtime wine with Nina Timm’s Pork Rillettes Paté…
- The Majestic De Grendel Elim Shiraz 2016, good with Lizet Hartley’s 5 Spice Pork Spare Ribs…
- The Simonsig GSM 2017, excellent with Ina Paarman’s Chilled Cherry Tomato Soup…
- The Bernard Series The Bush Vine Pinotage 2016, perfect match with Ina Paarman’s Game Sausage & Blue Cheese Polenta…
- Bellingham Homestead Pinotage 2017, great match with Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Biltong Sirloin with Blue Cheese Butter & Pickled Waterblommetjies…
- Glen Carlou Pinot Noir Rosé 2018, perfect with Nina Timm’s Baked Ravioli with Goat’s Cheese…
- Landskroon Cinsaut 2016, a good match to Jane Anne Hobbs’s Low-Carb Seared Tuna with a Burnt Tomato & Caper Dressing…
- Douglas Green Sauvignon Blanc 2018, so good with Anina Meyer’s Mediterranean Sandwich GemWraps…
- De Grendel Rubaiyat 2015, excellent match with Tracy Foulkes’s Cider Glazed Slow Roasted Pork Belly with Asian Noodle Salad…
- La Bri, Franschhoek, introduces a new range of wines named Double Door…
- Asara Vineyard Collection Pinotage Rosé 2018, made for Bazil Stander’s Potato Gnocchi with Tiger Prawns, Garlic, Roast Tomatoes & Tarragon…
- Peter Falke PF Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, loves Nadia Travers’s Beef Short Ribs with Red Wine & Port…
- Perdeberg Soft Smooth Rosé 2018 , perfect with Nina Timm’s Japanese Salmon Noodle Stir Fry…
- Simonsig Sunbird Sauvignon Blanc 2018, good match to Kate Liquourish’s Baked Feta Phyllo Parcels….
- Flagstone Word of Mouth Viognier 2017, the perfect wine for Jane Anne Hobbs’s Coronation Chicken Salad…
- Oldenburg Rondekop Stone Axe Syrah 2016, perfectly matched by Nina Timm’s Oriental Beef Casserole…
- Groot Constantia Chardonnay 2017, a good match with Justine Wall’s Almond Chicken Curry…
- Delaire Graff Swartland Reserve Chenin Blanc 2017, a good match with Dianne Bibby’s Summery Wild Rice Chicken Salad with Avocado
- Spier – two wines, so perfect for Spring, with some perfect matches from Lizet Hartley…
- De Wetshof Estate Nature in Concert Pinot Noir 2017, good with Nadia Graves’s Stuffed Courgettes
- Perdeberg Classic Collection Chenin Blanc & Merlot – same deliciousness, dressed up to the nines in their new livery
- Delaire Graff Banghoek Reserve Merlot 2016, so good with Alida Ryder’s Crispy bacon & brie grilled cheese sandwich with caramelised onions…
- Flagstone Dragon Tree 2016, good with Hein van Tonder’s Spicy Freekeh Chicken Pilaf…
- Landskroon Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, a perfect partner to Ina Paarman’s Super Juicy Steak…
- Asara Vineyard Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, celebrates International Cabernet Sauvignon Day…
- Groot Constantia Pinotage 2016, a great South African, good with my Waterblommetjiebredie
- Simonsig Redhill Pinotage 2015 loves Nina Timm’s Aubergines – gooey and cheesy…
- Sartori di Verona Prosecco, good with oysters, prawns & fine simple Italian dishes like Roberta Muir’s Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe
- Peter Falke PF Ruby Blend 2015, serious midweek supper match to Ina Paarman’s very Italian Mushroom Meatballs
- De Grendel Op die Berg Chardonnay 2017, perfect match with Nadia Graves’s Oven Baked Fish with a Chorizo Crumble…
- Oldenburg Chenin Blanc 2017, such a good choice with Nina Timm’s Granny’s Roast Chicken…
- Pierre Jourdan Tranquille, excellent with Anina Meyer’s Vegetable & Fried Noodle Bowl…
- The Asara Bell Tower 2013, a good match with a wedge of Dalewood Huguenot….
- Simonsig Malan Family Reserve Frans Malan 2015, excellent with Robyn Wallace’s Quick Cassoulet…
- Peter Falke PF Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, a good match with Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Lentil and Veggie Bobotie …
- Bellingham The Bernard Series Basket Press Syrah 2015, perfect with Alida Ryder’s Mayonnaise Grilled Rosemary Garlic Steak…
- De Grendel Sauvignon Blanc 2018, perfect with Tracy Foulkes’s Roasted Egyptian Dukkah Spiced Aubergines, Goats Feta, Mint & Pomegranate Seeds…
- La Bri Limited Release Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, so good with Nina Timm’s Fried Liver with Rich Onion Gravy…
- Landskroon Shiraz 2016, a perfect wine with Ina Paarman’s Roast Pork with Leeks & Fennel…..
- Asara #3 – The Vineyard Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Dianne Bibby provides the perfect match with her Roast leg of lamb with sweet onion marmalade…
- Asara #2 – Asara The Speciality Collection Carillon 2014, with Dianne Bibby’s Dianne Bibby’s Apple Galette with Walnut Frangipane & Caramel…
- Delaire Graff Botmaskop 2016, perfect partner for Robyn Wallace’s Impala Shanks…
- Flagstone Dark Horse 2014 is the perfect partner to Ina Paarman’s Roast Pork with Leeks & Fennel
- Groot Constantia Constantia Rood 2016 loves Jane Anne Hobbs’s Chicken with Roasted Onions, Grapes & Verjuice
- Flagstone’s The Last Word Cape LBV 2013, good with Ina Paarman’s Venison Port & Prunes Pie…
- De Wetshof Bateleur Chardonnay 2016 perfect with Vicki de Beer’s Roasted Chicken Stroganoff…
- Delaire Graff Banghoek Reserve Chardonnay 2017, good with my Snoek or Angelfish Paté….
- Oldenburg Viognier 2017, great food wine, perfect with Nina Timm’s Cape Malay Curry….
- Landskroon Pinotage 2016, perfect with a heritage dish from Lizet Hartley…
- De Grendel Rosé 2018, a perky youngster so good with Jane-Anne Hobbs’s Camembert, baked in vine leaves with Verjuice-poached grapes
- Perdeberg The Vineyard Collection Cinsault 2014, perfect with their Winter Picnic…
- Oldenburg Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, good with a piece of steak served with Alida Ryder’s Easy Creamy Pepper Sauce….
- Asara Vineyard Collection Shiraz 2015, the partner to Sansibar’s Slow Roasted Springbok Shank…
- Douglas Green Shiraz 2017, an unusual combination with Tamsin Snyman’s Baked Fish Sosaties with Paprika Potato Wedges…
- Groot Constantia Chardonnay 2017, excellent partner to Tracy Foulkes’s 40 clove Garlic Chicken…
- Pierre Jourdan Ratafia – ready for the ratification of your treaty…
- Simonsig The Malan Family Collection Tiara 2015 meets its match with Ina Paarman’s Oxtail with Mushrooms & Baby Onions…
- Durbanville Hills Collector’s Reserve The Lighthouse Merlot 2016, good for a midweek supper with Anina Meyer as it is with your Sunday Roast
- Steenberg Stately 2016, good with Nadia Graves’s Beef Cheeks…
- Peter Falke Signature Exclusive Blend 2014, good with Justine Wall’s Harissa Duck & Cherry Slaw..
- Delaire Graff Shiraz 2016 perfect with Alida Ryder’s Bolognese Pasta Bake…
- Simonsig Malan Family Collection Frans Malan 2006, good with Cheryl Bennett’s Vegan Crispy Tofu Asian Noodle Bowl
- Glenelly Lady May 2012, good with Dianne Bibby’s Harira Soup with Barley & Quinoa…
- Asara Vineyard Collection Merlot 2015 – a triumph from the Winemakers
- Durbanville Hills Collector’s Reserve The Cape Mist Sauvignon Blanc 2017, nice partner to Lizet Hartley’s Cream of Mushroom Soup with Parmesan Toasties
- Steenberg Catharina 2015, is a good match for Hein van Tonder’s Pork Belly Kebabs…
- Perdeberg The Vineyard Collection Grenache Blanc 2017, perfect with Roberta Muir’s Flammekueche…
- De Grendel Rubaiyat 2015, made for Nina Timm’s Fruity leg of Lamb
- Peter Falke Signature Syrah 2015, try it with Nadia Graves’s Beef Short Ribs in Red Wine & Port…
- La Bri Merlot 2015, good with Anina Meyer’s Creamy Chicken, Leeks & Mushrooms
- Boschendal Demi Sec Méthode Cap Classique, so good with Nina Timm’s Camembert Honey Walnut Cigars
- Landskroon Merlot 2016, fabulous with Dianne Bibby’s Winter Soups….
- Oldenburg Vineyards Rhodium 2014, so good with Nina Timm’s Pork Cutlets with Hazelnuts & Sage
- Glenelly Estate Reserve 2012, heartwarming partner to Anina Meyer’s Veggie Packed Chakalaka…
- Fat Bastard – actually two of them…
- Spier – three fine reds for Winter…
- Groot Constantia Gouverneurs Reserve 2015, good with Dianne Bibby’s Chorizo & Potato Frittata
- Flagstone Fiona Pinot Noir 2016 so good with Nic van Wyk’s Liver in Sweet ‘n Sour Sauce
- Steenberg Merlot 2015, perfect with Kerry Kilpin’s Bistro 1682 Grilled Sirloin, Whisky & Black Pepper Jus, Green Pea & Tomato Salsa
- Peter Falke PF Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, delicious counterfoil to Nina Timm’s Pork Roast with Garlic & Lime
- Flagstone Time Manner Place Pinotage Reserve 2014, good with Ina Paarman’s Shin & Oxtail Beef Potjie
- Landskroon Sauvignon Blanc 2017, good with Justine Wall’s Broad Bean, Pea & Pancetta Risotto with Fennel Salt
- De Grendel Op Die Berg Pinot Noir 2015, perfect partner to Ilse van der Merwe’s Classic Coq au Vin
- Asara Wine – 2 beauties from Polkadraai…
- Bellingham Homestead Series The Old Orchards Chenin Blanc 2017, lovely match to Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Sticky Soy Honey & Sriracha Chicken Wings
- Oldenburg Syrah 2014, a new release and good with Nina Timm’s Pesto Salami Goats Cheese Pasta
- Glenelly Glass Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, so good with Alida Ryder’s Easy Creamy Pepper Sauce on steak..
- Steenberg Syrah 2015, lovely match with Ina Paarman’s Lamb’s Liver with bacon & gravy…
- Haute Cabrière & Pierre Jourdan – the finest of bubbles…
- Perdeberg Endura 2017, packed with flavour meets Dianne Bibby’s Tarragon Cream Chicken with Pink Peppercorns
- La Bri Syrah 2015, perfect partner to Nina Timm’s New York Strip Sirloin…
- Oldenburg Grenache Noir 2016, good with Justine Wall’s Beef & Black Olives..
- Durbanville Hills Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc is a good match with Alida Ryder’s Vietnamese Prawn Salad with Soy Lime Dressing
- Perdeberg – the winery for everyman, something for everyone….
- Groot Constantia Cape Ruby 2016, drink with Diane Bibby’s Chocolate Date truffles coconut & cranberries
- Simonsig Malan Family Selection Redhill Pinotage 2015 meets its match with Dianne Bibby’s Barley Salad with Sumac & Roast Butternut
- Delaire Graff Sauvignon Blanc 2017, loved by Anina Meyer’s Garlic & Coriander Chicken Kebabs
- Flagstone Word of Mouth Viognier 2017 loves a Cape tradition like Ina Paarman’s Masala Gatsby
- Mulderbosch Chenin Blanc Steen op Hout 2017, good match with my Brick Chicken
- Simonsig Malan Family Selection Tiara 2012, good with Tracy Foulkes’s Asian Braised Beef Short Ribs
- De Grendel Viognier 2017, perfect partner to Alida Ryder’s Grilled Asparagus & Lemon Risotto
- Douglas Green Pinotage 2017, so good with Anina Meyer’s Paprika Beef, Tomato & Mushroom Stew
- The Glenelly Glass Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, ideal with Nina Timm’s Fried Liver with Rich Onion Gravy
- Peter Falke PF Pinot Noir 2016 perfect match with Nadia Graves’s Chicken with Chorizo, Potatoes, Chickpeas & Lemon
- Landskroon Paul de Villiers Shiraz 2015, ideal with Dianne Bibby’s Roast Aubergines with miso & pomelo
- Durbanville Hills Dry Merlot Rosé 2017 ideal with Dianne Bibby’s Roasted Figs with Gorgonzola Cream
- Mulderbosch Sauvignon Blanc Noble Late Harvest 2014, perfect partner to Ilse van der Merwe’s Ultimate chicken liver pâté – 28.02.2018
- Asara Vineyard Collection Chardonnay Lightly Wooded 2015 ideal with Tamsin Snyman’s Pilchard-Stuffed Cabbage Roll Bake – 28.02.2018
- Groot Constantia Shiraz 2015 goes well with my Pork Chops – 28.02.2018
- Top of the Hill Pinotage from DeWaal Wines & South Africa’s oldest Pinotage Vineyard, Tracy Foulkes obliges with her Vegetarian Wellington – 26.02.2018
- Landskroon’s Paul Hugo White 2017 & Paul Hugo Red 2016, two modern wines from the De Villiers Family
- Pierre Jourdan Belle Rose nv, good with Anina Meyer’s Super Food Salad – 22.02.2018
- Oldenburg Vineyards two new maiden vintage wines, The Oldenburg Joshua Syrah 2007 and The Oldenburg ‘Le Quartre Enfants’ Cabernet Franc 2007, good with Jane Anne Hobbs’s Slow-roasted Stuffed Leg of Lamb with a Basil Walnut Sauce – 21.02.2018
- Delaire Graff Cabernet Franc Rosé 2017, excellent with a dessert…
- Diemersdal Private Collection 2016, excellent with Ina Paarman’s Aubergine Bake with Roast Pepper Sauce
- Glenelly Estate Reserve Chardonnay 2016 is a great match with Alida Ryder’s Creamy Baked Spaghetti – 16.02.2018
- Boschendal Black Angus 2014, good with Nina Timm’s Beef Fillet stuffed with sun-dried tomatoes and feta – 14.02.2018
- Steenberg Rattlesnake Sauvignon Blanc 2017 great match with Dianne Bibby’s Middle Eastern Avocado Toast – 12.02.2018
- De Grendel Op die Berg Chardonnay 2016, best served with Ina Paarman’s Lemon Chicken for a crowd – 09.02.2018
- Durbanville Hills Chardonnay 2017, excellent partner to Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Asian Style Roast Chicken with Honey, Miso & Ginger Glaze – 08.02.2017
- Simonsig Gewürztraminer 2017, first ever released in South Africa in 1977, good with Mark Dodson’s Toffee & Banana Mille Feuille – 05.02.2018
- Perdeberg Classic Collection Sparkling Rosé, lovely match with Nina Timm’s Festive Pavlova with Lime & Fresh Berries – 01.02.2018
- Asara Vineyard Collection Sauvignon Blanc 2017, matching the Hotel’s Mise-en-place Restaurant’s Pear, Gorgonzola & Blue Cheese Salad – 31.01.2018
- De Waal CT de Waal Pinotage 2015, partner to Ina Paarman’s Anchovy Pasta with Garlic Breadcrumbs – 31.01.2018
- Peter Falke PF Sauvignon Blanc 2017, perfect partner to Anina Meyer’s Spicy Sweet Potato and Couscous Veggie Bowl – 02.02.2018
- Steenberg 1682 Brut Chardonnay nv is a great match with Dianne Bibby’s Tarragon Cream Chicken with pink peppercorns – 26.01.2018
- Landskroon Blanc de Noir Off Dry 2017 & Tamsin Snyman’s Tuna Phyllo Samoosas with Cucumber Raita – 26.01.2018
- Mulderbosch Single Vineyard Chenin Blancs. Chenin loves Dianne Bibby’s Chakalaka Marinated Roast Chicken – 23.01.2018
- Groot Constantia Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 lovely match with Dianne Bibby’s Smoky Joe’s Beef Fillet with lemony salsa verde – 22.01.2018
- La Bri Chardonnay 2016 , great match with Tracy Foulkes’s Honey Roasted Fig & Walnut Salad With Balsamic Chicken – 19.01.2018
- De Wetshof Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2017, a fine expression of a Robertson Sauvignon Blanc
- Glen Carlou The Curator’s Collection Mourvèdre 2014, good match with Alida Ryder’s Moroccan Chicken Salad – 17.01.2018
- Oldenburg Syrah 2014 good with Ina Paarman’s Orange Duck – 16.01.2018
- Flagstone Poetry Cinsault Rosé 2016, perfect with Lizet Hartley’s Smoked Salmon Paté – 14.01.2018
- Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Demi Sec 2015, perfect with Nina Timm’s Passionfruit Cheesecake Slices – 12.01.2018
- De Grendel Amandelboord Pinotage 2016, great partner to Alida Ryder’s Creamy Pumpkin Risotto with crispy Haloumi pops & spicy chilli – 10.01.2018
- Perdeberg The Vineyard Collection Pinot Noir Rosé MCC with Dianne Bibby’s Mediterranean Tuna Salad – 08.01.2018
- Bellingham The Bernard Series Small Barrel SMV 2014, perfect match with Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Chorizo, Chickpeas & Kale in Spicy Tomato Sauce – 05.01.2018
- Peter Falke Methode Cap Classique 2014 & Nina Timm’s ‘This Chicken tastes like KFC Mum’ – 03.01.2018
- Glenelly’s ultimate wine & food experience in Stellenbosch…02.01.2018
- Delaire Graff Chenin Blanc Swartland Reserve 2015 with Virgil Kahn’s Tikka Lamb Scotch Eggs – 30.12.2017
- Landskroon Chardonnay 2017 great partner to Coconut Fish Curry Soup with Roti from Seven Colours of Fish – 29.12.2017
- Flagstone Treaty Tree Reserve 2016 is a great partner to Ina Paarman’s Oven Baked Snoek – 28.12.2017
- Peter Falke Blanc de Noir 2017, good with Dianne Bibby’s Roast Aubergines with Miso & Pomelo – 28.12.2017
- Mulderbosch Faithful Hound 2015, great match with Jane-Anne Hobbs’s Fillet, Rocket & Mash with Balsamic Glaze – 27.12.2017
- Steenberg’s MCCs – two special wines
- Haute Cabrière Pinot Noir Unwooded 2017, excellent with Grilled Trout Salad with Sriracha Lime Dressing – 21.12.2017
- Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Brut 2015, good with my Christmas Cake – 19.12.2017
- De Grendel MCC Brut – jewel from the Tygerberg Hills – 15.12.2017
- Durbanville Hills Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc nv, good match with Dianne Bibby’s Ultimate Buddha Bowl Harvest Board – 15.12.2017
- Perdeberg The Vineyard Collection Chenin Blanc MCC 2012, great with Nina Timm’s Smoorsnoek – 11.12.2017
- Groot Constantia Merlot 2015, good with Tracy Foulkes’s Easy Midweek Dinner Risotto – 01.12.2017
- Asara The Vineyard Collection Chenin Blanc 2017, great partner to Ina Paarman’s Flattie in a Frying Pan
- Douglas Green Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, good with Alida Ryder’s Bacon Jalapeño Grilled Cheese – 04.12 2017
- Perdeberg Rex Equus 2014, great with Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Roast Leg of Pork, Hanepoot Apples & Crispy Duck Fat Potatoes – 30.11.2017
- Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Brut Rosé 2015 & Dianne Bibby’s Nectarine Tart with Thyme and Butter Drizzle – 28.11.2017
- La Bri Double Door White 2016, good with Nina Timm’s Traditional Smoorsnoek – 27.11.2017
- Landskroon Chenin Blancs, a special pair with Tracy Foulkes’s Fresh Pea Pesto & Ricotta Bruschetta – 24.11.2017
- Mulderbosch Chardonnay 2017, good match with Dianne Bibby’s Cumin Lamb Kofta Phyllo Pastries – 24.11.2017
- Glenelly Estate Reserve Chardonnay 2015, perfect with Jane-Anne Hobbs’s Dave’s Roast Pork Belly – 22.11.2017
- Durbanville Hills Chenin Blanc 2017, good with Tracy Foulkes’s Perfectly Easy Roast Chicken & Gravy – 20.11.2017
- Asara Vineyard Collection Pinotage Rosé 2017 with Anina Meyers’ Spicy Sweet Potato & Couscous Veggie Bowl – 17.11.2017
- Delaire Graff Redstone 2015, good with Lizet Hartley’s Herby Sourdough Mozzarella Braai Toastie – 17.11.2017
- Flagstone Two Roads Chardonnay 2016, so good with Jane Anne Hobbs’s Coronation Chicken & New-Potato Salad – 17.11.2017
- Steenberg Stately Red 2015 great with Nina Timm’s Fried Liver with Rich Onion Gravy – 15.11.2017
- De Grendel Rosé 2017, perfect with Meeta K Wolff’s delicious Ramen Bowl – 13.11.2017
- Boland Cellar Talent & Terroir Chenin Blanc 2017, great with Carey Boucher-Erasmus’s Roast Chicken with Toulouse Sausage, Apple & Sage Stuffing, Leeks & Fennel – 10.11.2017
- Groot Constantia Rood 2015, lovely match with Dianne Bibby’s Pastitsio with Basil & Sage Butter – 08.11.2017
- Peter Falke PF Pinot Noir 2016, great with Lizet Hartley’s 5 Spice Pork Ribs – 03.11.2017
- Oldenburg Merlot 2014, great match with Ina Paarman’s Kettle Braai Pork Neck with Peaches – 01.11.2017
- Boland Cellar One Formation Blend 2017, a magical mix of Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc & Grenache Blanc…..31.10.2017
- Snow Mountain Chardonnay Pinot Noir 2017 – a jewel from the Wellington Crown….
- Glenelly Glass Collection Unoaked Chardonnay 2017 & Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Roast Pork Belly with Spiced Plums – 30.10.2017
- Steenberg Sphynx Chardonnay 2017 with Nina Timm’s Chicken Breyani from the Bo Kaap – 27.10.2017
- Landskroon Cinsaut Shiraz 2016 & Cheryl Bennett’s One Pot Chicken Pasta with Creamy Sundried Tomato Sauce – 27.10.2017
- Flagstone Tributary Bush Vine Chenin Blanc 2016, good with Ina Paarman’s Old Fashioned Chicken Pie – 26.10.2017
- Mulderbosch Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé 2017 & Dianne Bibby’s Aubergines with Miso & Pomelo – 25.10.2017
- Peter Falke PF Blanc de Noir 2017 – gem of a wine, great with my Snoek Paté – 23.10.2017
- Delaire Graff Redstone 2015 & Nadia Graves’s Duck Confit Crispy Spring Rolls, lovely casual weekend food – 20.10.2017
- Pierre Jourdan Brut Piccolo, a 375ml bottle of the Estate’s iconic Cap Classique – 20.10.2017
- De Grendel Merlot 2016 & Anina Meyer’s Chicken, Bacon & Potato Tray Bake – 18.10.2017
- Asara MCC Brut 2014 & Dianne Bibby’s Prosciutto, Strawberry & Feta Salad – 16.10.2017
- Simonsig’s Woolworths Pinot Noir Rosé No Added Sulphur MCC 2015 great with Alida’s Ryder’s Farmers Market Salad with Buffalo Mozzarella – 13.10.2017
- Mulderbosch Sauvignon Blanc 2017 & Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Grilled Yoghurt Flatbreads & Green Goodness
- Boland Cellar Talent & Terroir Sauvignon Blanc 2017 perfect with Cheryl Bennett’s Vegan Crispy Tofu Asian Noodle Bowl – 04.10.2017
- Delaire Graff Coastal Cuvée Sauvignon Blanc 2017 with Virgil Kahn’s Asparagus & Broccoli – 27.09.2017
- Durbanville Hills Sauvignon Blancs – gems from a cool [in terms of fashion & climate] Wine Ward – 11.10.2017
- Oldenburg Chardonnay 2016, perfect match to a good chicken, like Ina Paarman’s Pyramid Braaied Flattie – 09.10.2017
- Perdeberg Soft Smooth Red 2015 & Zola Nene’s Boerewors Stok Brood with Tomato Smoor – 06.10.2017
- Groot Constantia Chardonnay 2016 & Anina Meyer’s Spicy Sweet Potato and Couscous Veggie Bowl – 03.10.2017
- Bellingham The Bernard Series Basket Press Syrah 2015, with Dianne Bibby’s Butternut Tikka Masala Curry – 02.10.2017
- De Grendel Shiraz 2016, silky as a Persian rug perfect with Jan Braai’s Democratic Lamb Salad – 29.09.2017
- Landskroon Sauvignon Blanc 2017 with Tracy Foulkes’s Candied Walnut & Pear Salad with Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing – 28.09.2017
- Glenelly Glass Collection Cabernet Franc 2015, perfect with Hein van Tonder’s Chipotle & Beer Short Ribs – 27.09.2017
- Peter Falke PF Sauvignon Blanc 2017, a perfect position for the making of fine wines, the slopes of the Helderberg Mountains – 22.09.2017
- Snow Mountain Syrah 2014, named for the Sneeuberg which overlooks Wellington. Made on Nabygelegen by James McKenzie.
- De Wetshof Riesling 2013, a fine expression of the German variety from the beautiful Robertson Wine Valley
- Simonsig Reserve Collection Chenin Blanc Pinotage 2017 & Sophia Lindop’s Smoked Stuffed Chicken – 25.09.2017
- Groot Constantia Blanc de Noir 2017 with Zola Nene’s Heritage Isitambu – 22.09.2017
- Flagstone Writer’s Block Pinotage 2015 with Ishay Govender’s Aunty Narie’s Curry – 22.09.2017
- Asara Vineyard Collection Cape Fusion 2014 with Tony Jackman’s Heritage Month Bacon & Beer Braai Bread – 20.09.2017
- Durbanville Hills Pinotage 2015 & Sophia Lindop’s Stuffed pork loin chops, a Braai Dish for Heritage Month – 19.09.2017
- Oldenburg Chenin Blanc 2015 & Sophia Lindop’s Cape salmon portions wrapped in vine leaves – 15.09.2017
- Perdeberg Dry Land Collection Pinot Noir Chardonnay 2017 & Dianne Bibby’s Roast Aubergines with Miso & Pomelo – 13.09.2017
- Steenberg Ruby Rosé 2017 & my Deconstructed Sushi – 11.09.2017
- La Bri Estate’s Vineyard & Cellar Renaissance – a little Franschhoek gem
- Oldenburg Grenache Noir 2015 & Alida Ryder’s Low Carb Chicken Satay Salad – 31.08.2017
- Mulderbosch Vineyards in the Stellenbosch Wine Appellation – a destination on its own.
- Yardstick Pinot Noir 2014, great with Duck Ramen – 01.09.2017
- Douglas Green Chardonnay 2016 & Anina Meyer’s BBQ Vegan Tacos – 01.09.2017
- De Wetshof Bon Vallon Chardonnay 2017 – a Robertson gem
- La Bri Affinity 2014 & Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Butternut “Linguine” with Blue Cheese Sauce, Crispy Bacon & Sage
- Flagstone Music Room Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 & Nadia Graves’s Grilled & Roasted Pork – 30.08.2017
- Peter Falke Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 & Alida Ryder’s Easy Cheese & Tomato Pasta Bake – 30.08.2017
- Delaire Graff Chardonnay Banghoek Reserve 2016 & Lizet Hartley’s 5 Spice Pork Spareribs – 27.08.2017
- Asara Vineyard Collection Merlot 2014 & Ina Paarman’s Flattie in a Frying Pan – 23.08.2017
- Landskroon Cabernet Franc Merlot 2015 & Nina Timm’s Smoked New York Strip Sirloin – 24.08.2017
- Landskroon Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 with Ina Paarman’s Chicken with Port & Figs – 28.07.2017
- Boland Cellar Five Climates Chenin Blanc 2017 & Alida Ryder’s Coq au Riesling Pasta – 23.08.2017
- Perdeberg The Dry Land Collection Conqueror Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 & Dianne Bibby’s Red Wine Ragu with Rigatoni – 21.08.2017
- Glenelly The Glass Collection Merlot 2015 & Jane-Anne Hobbs’s Peppered Burgers with Smoky Cheese, Tomato Relish, Puffy Onion Rings & Fat Chips – 20.08.2017
- Boschendal 1685 Cabernet Sauvignon & Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Italian Shepherd Pie – 17.08.2017
- Steenberg Sauvignon Blanc 2017 & Dianne Bibby’s Lemon Cream Mushroom Tagliatelle Pasta – 16.08.2017
- Haute Cabrière Unwooded Pinot Noir 2016 & Jacqui Rey’s Lamb Knuckle Curry – 14.08.2017
- Durbanville Hills Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 & Nina Timm’s Portobello Mushrooms stuffed with spinach or ham – 11.08.2017
- De Grendel Sauvignon Blanc 2017 & Tracy Foulkes’s Candied Walnut & Pear Salad with a Lemon Poppy Seed dressing – 09.08.2017
- Groot Constantia Grand Constance 2014 & Dianne Bibby’s Milk Tart Pancake Mille Feuille – 07.08.2017
- Simonsig Labyrinth Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 & Ina Paarman’s Venison Pie – 02.08.2017
- Steenberg Echo Red Blend 2014 & Justine Wall’s Bangers & Balsamic Onions – 23.07.2017
- De Wetshof Limestone Hill Chardonnay 2017
- Flagstone The Dark Horse Shiraz 2013 & Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Mediterranean Roasted Aubergine Salad – 31.07.2017
- Cheese Baker – Baked Lanquedoc with fresh thyme & honey and Snow Mountain Pinot Noir 2016 – 30.07.2017
- Groot Constantia Shiraz 2015 & Nadia Graves’s Slow Cooked Mutton Curry with Garam Masala – 26.07.2017
- Delaire Graff Chardonnay Banghoek Reserve 2016 & Anina Meyer’s Prawn & Coconut Curry – 21.07.2017
- Durbanville Hills Sauvignon Blanc 2017 & Nina Timm’s Crumbed Calamari with spicy dip – 24.07.2017
- DeWaal Wines Signal Rock 2014 & Tracy Foulkes’s Melanzane Parmigiana – 25.07.2017
- Marvelous Wines Blue 2015 & Hein van Tonder’s Cider Cooked Apple, Onion & Cheddar Galette – 22.07.2017
- Simonsig Sunbird Sauvignon Blanc 2017 & Anina Meyer’s Cucumber, Corn and Sprout Salad with a Thai Dressing – 18.07.2017
- De Grendel Koetshuis Sauvignon Blanc 2017 & Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Confit Chicken with Fennel, Thyme & Lemon – 17.07.2017
- Boland Cellar One Formation Shiraz, Grenache Viognier & Alida Ryder’s Salt & Pepper Pork Belly with perfect Crispy Crackling – 14.07.2017
- Asara Vineyard Collection Pinotage Rosé 2017 & my Smoked Salmon Hearts – 14.07.2017
- Oldenburg Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 & Meeta K Wolff’s Ramen Bowl with Sesame Poppy Seed Venison, Ginger, Chili, Kale & Swede – 10.07.2017
- Bellingham The Bernard Series Small Barrel SMV 2014 & Ina Paarman’s Venison Pie – 07.07.2017
- Peter Falke Signature Exclusive Blend 2014 & Justine Wall’s Courgette Bhajis – 06.07.2017
- Perdeberg The Dry Land Collection Tenacity Shiraz 2013 & Dianne Bibby’s Chinese Mandarin Chicken Tray Bake – 05.07.2017
- Landskroon Shiraz 2015 & Ina Paarman’s Beef Olives – 30.06.2017
- Simonsig The GSM 2016 & Dianne Bibby’s Stuffed Cabbage with Freekah Meatballs – 29.06.2017
- Sir David Graaff First Baronet of Cape Town 2013 & Nadia Graves’s Steak with Bacon Mushroom Sauce – 30.06.2017
- Durbanville Hills Pinotage 2015 & Ina Paarman’s Traditional Smoorsnoek – 28.06.2017
- Flagstone Dragon Tree Cape Blend 2013 & Alida Ryder’s Mushroom Arancini with Roasted Tomato Sauce – 30.06.2017
- Yonder Hill Inanda 2014 & Justine Wall’s Beef Briyani – 27.06.2017
- Peter Falke PF Chardonnay 2016 & Alida Ryder’s Easy Creamy Cashew Chicken Curry – 23.06.2017
- Oldenburg Syrah 2013 & Dianne Bibby’s Rosemary & Paprika Roast Chicken – 23.06.2017
- Haute Cabrière Pinot Noir Reserve 2014 & Tracy Foulkes’s Balsamic & Roasted Garlic Glazed Duck – 21.06.2017
- Asara The Vineyard Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 & Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Lamb Pilaf with Dates & Cranberries – 19.06.2017
- Fairview Shiraz 2014 & Alida Ryder’s Baked Gnocchi with Bacon, Tomato & Mozzarella – 16.06.2017
- Groot Constantia Pinotage 2015 & Tracy Foulkes’s Leg of Lamb with Honey Balsamic Shallots – 16.06.2017
- Glenelly Glass Collection Syrah 2014 & Diane Bibby’s Slow Braised Red Wine Oxtail – 15.06.2017
- Boland Cellar One Formation Pinotage Shiraz Grenache 2015 & Diane Bibby’s Chakalaka Marinated Roast Chicken- 14.06.2017
- Spice Route Terra de Bron Swartland Carignan 2014 & Alida Ryder’s Peri Peri Chicken Livers – 09.06.2017
- Steenberg 1682 Pinot Noir MCC 2015 & Nadia Graves’s Potato, Roquefort & Hazelnut Tart – 09.06.2017
- Douglas Green Chardonnay 2016 & Nina Timm’s Crispy Crunchy Buffalo Wings – 08.06.2017
- Yonder Hill Y-Merlot 2016
- Fable Mountain Jackal Bird 2014 & Anina Meyer’s Chicken, Bacon & Potato Tray Bake – 02.06.2017
- Perdeberg The Dryland Collection Chenin Blanc 2015 & Dianne Bibby’s Coconut Cream Chicken Bake – 01.06.2017
- Groot Constantia Merlot 2014 & Ina Paarman’s Flattie in a Frying Pan – 31.05.2017
- De Wetshof Nature in Concert Pinot Noir 2010
- Glen Carlou The Curator’s Collection Rosé 2016
- Asara Vineyard Collection Chenin Blanc 2016 & Alida Ryder’s Cheat’s Deep Dish Pizza – 26.05.2017
- Landskroon Pinotage 2014 & Tracy Foulkes’s Whole Roasted Butternut With & Simple Balsamic Reduction – 26.05.2017
- Durbanville Hills Merlot 2015 & Nadia Graves’s Boeuf Bourguignon – 19.05.2017
- Boland Cellar Reserve No 1 Sur Lie Chardonnay 2015 & Alida Ryder’s Stuffed Pork Belly Roast with Apples & Sage – 25.05.2017
- Flagstone Free Run Sauvignon Blanc 2016 & Dianne Bibby’s Pork & Shallot Casserole with Sage & Mushrooms – 25.05.2017
- De Grendel Rubaiyat 2014 & Nina Timm’s Granny’s Roast Chicken – 24.05.2017
- Boschendal’s jewel, a Shiraz with a ruby heart & Dianne Bibby’s North African Chermoula Meatballs – 22.05.2017
- Mulderbosch Faithful Hound White 2015 & Justine Wall’s Cauliflower Puffs – 19.05.2017
- Peter Falke Signature Exclusive Blend 2014 & Ina Paarman’s Penne with bacon & mushrooms – 18.05.2017
- Perdeberg The Dry Land Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 &Tracy Foulkes’s Lamb Chops with Chimichurri – 17.05.2017
- Delaire Graff Shiraz 2015 & Dianne Bibby’s Roast leg of lamb with sweet onion marmalade – 16.05.2017
- Fairview Darling Sauvignon Blanc 2016 & Nina Timm’s Home Cured Trout – 12.05.2017
- Glenelly Glass Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 & Anina Meyer’s Pork Schnitzel with Mushroom Gravy – 12.05.2017
- Oldenburg Rhodium 2013 & Ina Paarman’s Individual Beef Wellingtons – 11.05.2017
- Simonsig Chardonnay 2016 & Dianne Bibby’s Chicken a la King filled Parsley Pancakes – 10.05.2017
- Spice Route Chakalaka 2014 & Tracy Foulkes’s Cassoulet with Lamb & Rosemary Sausage Toulouse Saucisson & Crunchy Breadcrumbs – 05.05.2017
- La Bri Syrah 2014 & Meeta K Wolff’s Middle Eastern style Buddha Bowl – 05.05.2017
- Steenberg Rattlesnake Sauvignon Blanc 2016 & Anina Meyer’s Pork Dumplings with Ginger, Chilli & Soy Sauce – 03.05.2017
- Landskroon Paul de Villiers Reserve 2015 & Justine Wall’s Beef & Black Olives – 28.04.2017
- Delaire Graff Shiraz 2015 & Nadia Graves’s BBQ Pork Ribs – 28.04.2017
- Haute Cabrière Chardonnay Pinot Noir 2016 & Vietnamese Prawn Salad with Soy Lime Dressing – 27.04.2017
- Glenelly Estate Reserve 2011 & Jane-Anne Hobbs’s Peppered Burgers with Smoky Cheese & Puffy Onion Rings – 26.04.2017
- Asara Vineyard Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 & Tracy Foulkes’s Caramelized Onion Thyme & Taleggio Cheese Tart – 25.04.2017
- DeWaal Top of the Hill Pinotage 2014 & Ina Paarman’s Whole Fillet of Beef over the Coals with Four Sauces – 24.04.2017
- Bellingham, two stunners from The Bernard Series & Alida Ryder’s Lamb Ragu with Cauliflower Gnocchi – 24.04.2017
- Spice Route Chenin Blanc 2015 & Justine Wall’s Quarter Lamb Bunny – 21.04.2017
- Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Demi Sec 2015 & Anina Meyer’s Cinnamon & Nutella Buns with Fudge Sauce – 21.04.2017
- Perdeberg Vineyard Collection Malbec 2015 & Nina Timm’s Beef Shortribs with Pomegranate & Soy – 20.04.2017
- Flagstone Tributary Bush Vine Chenin Blanc 2016 & Alida Ryder’s Easy Tuscan Roast Chicken – 19.04.2017
- Durbanville Hills Merlot Rosé 2016 & Ina Paarman’s Prawn Chowder – 18.04.2017
- Zevenwacht Chenin Blanc 2016 & Roberta Muir’s Artichoke & White Bean Dip – 17.04.2017
- Steenberg Nebbiolo 2014 & Archie Maclean’s Parmesan gratinated beef sirloin – 15.04.2017
- Boland Cellar Flutterby Merlot 2015 & Nadia Graves’s Mushroom Risotto with Lamb – 13.04.2017
- Boschendal’s Lizelle gives a #101 on Bubbles
- De Grendel Winifred 2016 & Nina Timm’s Pickled Fish Salad – 12.04.2017
- De Wetshof Mèthode Cap Classique Brut 2009 & Tracy Foulkes’s Goat’s Cheese Bruschetta – 11.04.2017
- Glen Carlou Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 & Alida Ryder’s Bolognese Pasta Bake – 10.04.2017
- Fairview Stok by Paaltjie Grenache 2014 & Lizet Hartley’s 5 Spice Pork Spare Ribs – 07.04.2017
- Groot Constantia Constantia Rood 2015 & Dianne Bibby’s Roast Leg of Lamb with Sweet Onion Marmalade – 07.04.2017
- Mulderbosch Chardonnay 2015 & Lizet Hartley’s Pork Shank Ragu with White Wine & Fennel – 06.04.2017
- Peter Falke Ruby Blend 2014 & Lizet Hartley’s Bordelaise Sauce – 05.04.2017
- Oldenburg Chardonnay 2015 & Meeta K Wolff’s South Indian Inspired Sambar Vegetable Curry – 04.04.2017
- De Grendel Op die Berg Pinot Noir 2014 & Ina Paarman’s Short Cut Peking Duck – 30.03.2017
- Landskroon Paul de Villiers Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 & Justine Wall’s Beef Cobbler – 31.03.2017
- Asara Vine Dried Sauvignon Blanc 2014 & My Kitchen Cake – 30.03.2017
- Durbanville Hills Sauvignon Blanc Sparkling Wine & Meeta K Wolff’s Spinach Salad with Goat Cheese & Avocado – 29.03.2017
- Boland Cellar Flutterby Sauvignon Blanc 2016 & Dianne Bibby’s Traditional South African Pickled Fish – 29.03.2017
- Simonsig Sunbird Sauvignon Blanc 2016 & Anina Meyer’s Pork Dumplings with Ginger, Chilli & Soy Sauce – 28.03.2017
- Klein Constantia KC Sauvignon Blanc 2016 & Ina Paarman’s Cauliflower Steaks with Red Pepper Sauce – 24.03.2017
- DeWaal Merlot 2014 & Anina Meyer’s Crispy Pork Belly Ribs with Green Sauce & Honey Roasted Potatoes – 24.03.2017
- Durbanville Hills Chenin Blanc 2016 & Tracy Foulkes’s Fresh Pea Pesto & Ricotta Bruschetta – 24.03.2017
- Steenberg Nebbiolo 2014 & Nina Timm’s Roasted Pork Chops – 23.03.2017
- Mulderbosch Sauvignon Blanc 2016 & Alida Ryder’s Low Carb Chicken Satay Salad – 22.03.2017
- Glen Carlou Unwooded Chardonnay 2016 & Dianne Bibby’s Chilled Cucumber Soup with grape & watermelon salsa – 21.03.2017
- Peter Falke Pinot Noir 2015 & Justine Wall’s Beef Broth Risotto with Roasted Tomatoes – 17.03.2017
- Oldenburg Merlot 2013 & Nadia Graves’s Raclette in a pan – 17.03.2017
- La Bri Barrel Selection Syrah 2013 & Alida Ryder’s Date Night Pork Fillet Mushroom Risotto – 16.03.2017
- KWV Abraham Perold Tributum 2012 & Tracy Foulkes’s Picanha Steak on Toasted Ciabatta with Mustard Cream – 14.03.2017
- Perdeberg’s Rooted Chardonnay 2016 & Rooted Merlot 2015 – 15.03.2017
- Zevenwacht Sauvignon Blanc 2016 & Ilse van der Merwe’s Smoked Trout Terrine – 10.03.2017
- Douglas Green Sauvignon Blanc 2016 & Nina Timm’s Delicious Chicken Salad with roasted butternut – 09.03.2017
- Groot Constantia Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2016 & Meeta Wolff’s Ras el Hanout & Za’atar Grilled Salmon – 02.03.2017
- Glen Carlou Pinot Noir 2012 & Carey Boucher Erasmus’s Roast Leg of Pork, Hanepoot Apples & Crispy Duck Fat Potatoes – 28.02.2017
- Laborie Méthode Cap Classique Blanc de Blancs 2011 & Tracy Foulkes’s Crudité Platter with Sweet Potato Hummus – 28.02.2017
- DeWaal Young Vines Merlot 2014 & Hein van Tonder’s Mumbai Cheese Toasties – 27.02.2016
- Asara MCC Brut 2014 & Dianne Bibby’s Cape Malay Chicken Curry with Roasted Bananas – 24.02.2017
- Landskroon Paul de Villiers Merlot 2014 & Ina Paarman’s Individual Beef Wellingtons – 24.02.2016
- Perdeberg The Ploughman Wines, a tribute to Dawid Diederiks – 23.02.2016
- Zevenwacht 7even Rosé 2016 & Jane-Anne Hobbs’s Chicken with Roasted Onions, Grapes & Verjuice – 22.02.2017
- Simonsig Chenin Blanc 2016 & Anina Meyer’s Simple Tomato Salad with Parsley & Walnut Pesto – 21.02.2017
- Mulderbosch 1000 Miles Sauvignon Blanc 2015 & Dianne Bibby’s Smoked Chicken Pasta Salad with Chipotle Dressing – 17.02.2017
- Peter Falke PF Blanc de Noirs 2016 & Alida Ryder’s Vietnamese Prawn Salad with Soy Lime Dressing – 17.02.2017
- Boland Cellar Reserve No 1 Chenin Blanc Wooded 2015 & Alida Ryder’s Greek Feta & Phyllo Pies with Honey & Oregano – 16.02.2017
- Oldenburg Cabernet Franc Barrel Selection 2014 & Nina Timm’s Gnocchi with meatballs & creamy tomato sauce – 16.02.2017
- Steenberg 1682 Pinot Noir MCC 2015 & Ina Paarman’s Seafood Salad with Nectarines – 14.02.2017
- Klein Constantia MCC Brut 2013 & My Valentine’s Salmon Hearts – 13.02.2017
- Pierre Jourdan Blanc de Blancs, perfect Valentine’s Day match with Justine Wall’s Buckwheat Blinis – 10.02.2017
- Boschendal Brut & Brut Rosé & Nadia Graves’s Tomato & Chorizo Tart – 09.02.2017
- Groot Constantia Sauvignon Blanc 2016 & Alida Ryder’s Caprese Panzanella Salad – 08.02.2017
- Durbanville Hills Shiraz 2014 & Dianne Bibby’s Spicy Beef Stir Fry with Sweet Peppers & Mango – 07.02.2017
- De Grendel Shiraz 2015 & Alida Ryder’s Steak Sandwich with whipped goat cheese butter – 03.02.2017
- Delaire Graff Chenin Blanc Swartland Reserve 2015 & my Brick Chicken – 02.02.2017
- Steenberg 1682 Chardonnay Brut & Lizet Hartley’s Corn fritters with salmon & lemon-dill crème fraîche – 20.01.2017
- Landskroon Cinsaut 2015 & Nadia Graves’s Sauté of Veal with Noilly Prat – 27.01.2017
- Bellingham The Bernard Series Old Vine Chenin Blanc 2016 & Bush Vine Pinotage 2015 with Tracy Foulkes’s Crispy Pork Belly with Chocolate Hoisin Sauce – 26.01.2017
- Durbanville Hills Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 & Alida Ryder’s Peri Peri Chicken Livers – 25.01.2017
- DeWaal Young Vines Sauvignon Blanc 2016 & Dianne Bibby’s Chilled Cucumber Soup with Grape & Watermelon Salsa – 24.01.2017
- Peter Falke Chardonnay 2015 & Hein van Tonder’s Sardine & Fennel Pasta – 24.01.2017
- Boland Cellar Reserve No 1 Chenin Blanc 2015 & Nina Timm’s Oriental Chicken Noodle Salad – 20.01.2017
- KWV Classic Collection Shiraz 2015 & Tracy Foulkes’s Seared Tuna with Tomato & Olive Sauce – 20.01.2017
- De Grendel Rosé 2016 & Anina Meyer’s Peach, Feta & Pecan Salad with Honey – 19.01.2017
- Klein Constantia Sauvignon Blanc 2016 & Nina Timm’s Summer Salad with Peas & Goat’s Cheese – 18.01.2017
- Groot Constantia Method Cap Classique Brut Rosé 2013 & Carey Boucher’s Harvest Lunch – 17.01.2017
- Perdeberg The Vineyard Collection Grenache Blanc 2015 & my Deconstructed Sushi – 13.01.2017
- Asara The Bell Tower 2012 & Alida Ryder’s Bolognese Pasta Bake – 12.01.2017
- Simonsig Chenin Blanc 2016 & Hein van Tonder’s Flatbreads with Grilled Zucchini dressed in Lemon & Hemp Seed Oil – 11.01.2017
- Fable Mountain Belle Flower Rosé 2015 & Dianne Bibby’s Mediterranean Tuna Salad – 10.01.2017
- Delaire Graff Summercourt Chardonnay 2015, and a visit to the Delaire Graff Restaurant – 06.01.2017
- Sauvage La Bri 2011 & Justine Wall’s Anchovies & Cucumber – 06.01.2017
- Oldenburg Viognier 2015 & Alida Ryder’s Cranberry Brie Puff Pastry Wreath – 05.01.2017
- Zevenwacht Z 360° Sauvignon Blanc 2015 & Ilse van der Merwe’s Vietnamese Rolls – 03.01.2017
