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Diemersfontein TWENTYONE 2

Posted on Jun 23, 2021Jun 23, 2021  

Diemersfontein Wines has come of age, this year marking its 21st vintage and more than two decades of iconic excellence in wine. To commemorate the event, the estate is preparing […]
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Soup and Wine Pairing at Spier Wine Farm Stellenbosch

Posted on Jun 17, 2021Jun 17, 2021  

I’m a sucker for food and wine pairings so when I heard that Spier has a SOUP and wine pairing, I dove right in! I started the day at Vadas […]
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A Winterful Soup and Wine Pairing at Spier Wine Farm

Nederburg The manor restaurant

Posted on Jun 8, 2021Jun 8, 2021  

This Father’s Day (Sunday, 20 June), Nederburg’s The Manor restaurant in Paarl will be welcoming dads and their loved ones with an array of delicious wines and eats. Add a fireplace and a touch […]
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De Krans port style wines winter

Posted on Jun 7, 2021Jun 7, 2021  

There’s nothing quite like a deliciously sweet and fruity port to warm your heart (and toes) this winter and De Krans has so many options to choose from! About De […]
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Groote Post Wine Tasting & Music Affair no 2 - Copy

Posted on Jun 7, 2021Jun 7, 2021  

Groote Post will be hosting a memorable wine tasting & music experience on 19 June. Winemaker, Lukas Wentzel, will be presenting a Groote Post wine tasting in the barrel cellar, […]
Read More 19 June: Groote Post Music Festival Featuring Red Sheep Band

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19 June: Groote Post Music Festival Featuring Red Sheep Band

Delheim Sur Lie Chardonnay 2020

Posted on May 28, 2021May 28, 2021  

Delheim Sur Lie Chardonnay spent 9 months on the lees. Thereafter, the wine was released on 27 May to celebrate International Chardonnay day 2020. Delheim kindly sent me a bottle […]
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Sugarbird XO Brandy

Posted on May 20, 2021May 20, 2021  

As a wine lover myself, the next best thing to a nightcap (especially in winter) is a lovely glass of brandy. Served neat in a big glass next to the […]
Read More Sugarbird XO Brandy Spreads its Wings as a Cape Town Fine Brandy

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Durbanville Wine Valley Daria views of vineyards

Posted on May 18, 2021May 18, 2021  

Finally, the wine valley which I call home, Durbanville Wine Valley, has united in a refreshed marketing campaign enticing visitors to explore this Northern Wine Route Gem. Breakaway to drink, […]
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Stellenbosch Hills Cheese and Wine Pairing

Posted on May 18, 2021May 18, 2021  

Nothing goes together quite as well as the traditional cheese and wine pairing. I was excited to learn that Stellenbosch Hills has paired up with Stonehouse Cheese for a scrumptious […]
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Roodeberg Wines food pairing

Posted on May 18, 2021May 18, 2021  

Roodeberg Wines 1949, the meticulously crafted commemorative blend, is the perfect wine companion for heart-warming comfort food. Nothing chases away the winter chill like a full-bodied red, paired with soul-warming […]
Read More FREE recipe: Roodeberg Wines and hearty lentil soup by Elmarie Berry

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Nederburg Restaurant THE MANOR interior

Posted on May 18, 2021May 18, 2021  

I absolutely love the Nederburg Restaurant THE MANOR for its spectacular decor, views, food, service and of course wine. They have launched a new winter menu and it’s everything you […]
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Franschhoek's Mystery Weekends

Posted on May 18, 2021May 18, 2021  

Franschhoek’s Mystery Weekends are back! Leave the mystery and planning of your fabulous trip in the winelands up to Franschhoek Wine Valley. Simply arrive and be whisked away in pure […]
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Constantia Sauvignon Blanc Route group of people wine tasting

Posted on May 10, 2021May 10, 2021  

It’s the first varietal based wine route and I was one of the first to experience the brand new Constantia Sauvignon Blanc Route. Available at six estates across the Constantia […]
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Samuel Viljoen, Nederburg cellar-master

Posted on May 10, 2021May 10, 2021  

A hearty congratulations to newly appointed Nederberg Cellar Master Samuel Viljoen (40) who has been part of the winery team since 2007! I love stories of people rising through the […]
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Tokara XO Brandy styled image landscape LR

Posted on May 10, 2021May 10, 2021  

Tokara XO Potstill Brandy comes from a family-owned wine estate in Stellenbosch South Africa and has just won international acclaim with its luxurious, hand-crafted XO Potstill Brandy bringing home a […]
Read More Tokara XO Potstill Brandy wins London Gold at Brandy Masters 2021

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Tokara XO Potstill Brandy wins London Gold at Brandy Masters 2021

Don’t worry guys! My wine “fire dance” will Don’t worry guys! My wine “fire dance” will lift the ban on alcohol soon I promise! 😜 Do you have enough stock in your cellar? 📍 @southhill_vineyards #winedance #pray4sa #drinkwine #winelife #winelover #savesawine #winepairing #capewinelands #winegirl #winetasting #drinksouthafrican #sawine #wosa #southafricanwine #spectacularsouthafrica #sawinelockdown
I can’t believe this was THREE years ago! @delhe I can’t believe this was THREE years ago! @delheimwines missing this delicious cheese fondue and gluwein event 😍 Soon! #gluwein #cheesefondue #drinkwine #winelife #winelover #delheim #winepairing #capewinelands #winegirl #supportstellenbosch #stellenbosch #keepingwarm #winetasting #drinksouthafrican #sawine #wosa #southafricanwine #spectacularsouthafrica
Celebrating Rosé day with @legranddomainewine 🌸 Grand Vin de Stellenbosch Rosé 2020. How pretty is the rose gold label? This wine is a blend of 66% Shiraz 14% Grenache Noir 12% Viognier 3% Mourvedre and 5% Pinot Noir. TASTING NOTES: A well balanced crisp, elegant rosé with hints of red berries and fruit. Smooth on the palate and lingering finish. WINEMAKING: Each block was harvested at optimum phenolic ripeness to express fruit and terroir. Individual batches were kept separately to optimize blending components. Each variety adding a unique character to this vibrant Rosé blend. Harmony was created between the fruit and acidity. Fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks at 13°C . Afterwards the wine was racked and blended. R140 a bottle. #roseallday #rosé #drinkwine #winelife #winelover #pinkwine #winepairing #capewinelands #winegirl #blushwine #pinkdrinks #legrandedomaine #winetasting #drinksouthafrican #sawine #wosa #southafricanwine #spectacularsouthafrica
WINNER: @tesstalmage7 🎉 WIN 🎉 six bottles o WINNER: @tesstalmage7 🎉 WIN 🎉 six bottles of Nederburg Grenache Carignan Rosé 2020! How to enter? 💕 comment below and tell me which is your favourite food to pair with rosé? And tag three friends you would share the prize with. 💕like @nederburgwine Competition closes Sunday at 1pm and winner will be announced on Monday. Alcohol not for sale to persons under the age of 18. 🔞 T&Cs apply. #rosé #roséallday #drinkwine #winelife #winelover #pinkdrinks #winepairing #capewinelands #winegirl #blushwine #nederburg #pinkwine #winetasting #drinksouthafrican #sawine #wosa #southafricanwine #spectacularsouthafrica #cheers
MEET THE WINEMAKER event at @avontuurestate Follo MEET THE WINEMAKER event at @avontuurestate Follow @partnersinwineofficial #Chardonnay #chardonnayallday #drinkwine #winelife #winelover #malbec #winepairing #capewinelands #winegirl #robertson #winetasting #meetthewinemaker #sawine #wosa #southafricanwine #spectacularsouthafrica
Happy international sushi day! 🍣 @sushiboxsa Happy international sushi day! 🍣 @sushiboxsa 🍷 @diggershome_tulbagh 🏍 @mrdfood #Chardonnay #chardonnayallday #drinkwine #winelife #winelover #sushi #winepairing #capewinelands #winegirl #winetasting #drinksouthafrican #sawine #wosa #southafricanwine #spectacularsouthafrica
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Hi fellow wine lovers! I’m Leanne, and I started out on this challenge in June 2016 to be the first woman to visit and blog about all 800 wine farms in the Western Cape. Read more...

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  • Diemersfontein Wines celebrates 21 years with new limited-edition wine

    Diemersfontein Wines celebrates 21 years with new limited-edition wine

    Diemersfontein Wines has come of age, this year marking its 21st vintage and more than two decades of iconic excellence …Read More »
  • A Winterful Soup and Wine Pairing at Spier Wine Farm

    A Winterful Soup and Wine Pairing at Spier Wine Farm

    I’m a sucker for food and wine pairings so when I heard that Spier has a SOUP and wine pairing, …Read More »
  • Nederburg The Manor Restaurant Father’s Day Menu

    Nederburg The Manor Restaurant Father’s Day Menu

    This Father’s Day (Sunday, 20 June), Nederburg’s The Manor restaurant in Paarl will be welcoming dads and their loved ones with an array of …Read More »

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