Diemersfontein is probably one of the most down-to-earth and family-orientated corporate wineries in South Africa. Their work culture is something to be really proud of. For three generations, since 1947, the Sonnenberg family has been uplifting the Wellington community by not only creating jobs but also empowering the locals with training and education to grow…
Dunstone Wines was named after a UK farm where current owners, Lee and Abbi were engaged. They purchased this estate in August 2002 when they fell in love with South Africa and have since grown the portfolio to not only produce wine but also offer a restaurant and accommodation portfolio too. The location Dunstone Wines…
If you’re a SA rugby fan, then you will know the name Schalk Burger and Schalk Burger Senior – both South African Springbok Rugby players. I had the privilege of meeting and enjoying a wine tasting and even a cellar tour with Schalk Burger Senior himself at the charming Welbedacht wine farm which he purchased…
Said to be the place of origin for the “Fourie” family tree in South Africa, Linton Park Wines in Wellington dates back to 1699! Today, the winery is owned by an internationally listed company called Camellia Plc which has taken much care in restoring the winery. Along with sustainable farming ethics, Linton Park has also…
Haute Cabrière has just completed a renovation of their wine cellar, tasting room, restaurant and deli in the Franschhoek Wine Valley of South Africa and it’s stunning! Today marks 25 years since the von Arnim family launched the iconic Haute Cabrière cellar established by proprietor Achim von Arnim. It was three years ago in 2016…
On a spur of the moment spree, I ventured into the Breedekloof Wine Valley, about an hour’s drive out of Cape Town, on a late Sunday morning when I discovered that Kirabo Private Cellar was one of the only cellars open. Thanks to Google! The Location Kirabo Private Cellar was quite easy to find on…
