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Category: Stellenbosch

Team Zimbabwe triumphs at SWR Ubuntu Sommeliers Trophy
1 month ago Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Region

Team Zimbabwe triumphs at SWR Ubuntu Sommeliers Trophy

SA’s first wine route headlines international sommeliers derby The Stellenbosch Wine Route Ubuntu Sommeliers Trophy and The Best Sommelier of […]

Taste The Stars With Quoin Rock’s New Release Blanc de Blanc 2009
2 months ago Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Chardonnay

Taste The Stars With Quoin Rock’s New Release Blanc de Blanc 2009

The Stellenbosch based wine estate, Quoin Rock has just released their maiden vintage, limited edition Blanc de Blanc 2009 Méthode […]

Stellenbosch Wine Routes backs ZIM & SA sommelier champions
2 months ago Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch Wine Routes backs ZIM & SA sommelier champions

SA’s first wine route headlines at inaugural Ubuntu Sommelier Trophy Stellenbosch Wine Routes has re-affirmed the essential role of sommeliers […]

Visit Muratie Wine Estate For An Extraordinary Cape Winelands Experience
2 months ago Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Muratie Wine Estate

Visit Muratie Wine Estate For An Extraordinary Cape Winelands Experience

There are enchanting places where one can escape life’s hustle and bustle, and Muratie is one of those magical treasures. […]

Hazendal Wine Estate | From Russia with Love
2 months ago 2 Comments by Sharese Hunt Hazendal Wine Estate

Hazendal Wine Estate | From Russia with Love

Nestled in the Bottelary hills of the Western Cape, Hazendal Wine Estate has been owned by the Voloshin family since […]

Cinsaut Rosé 2020 – A Rosé Like No Other
2 months ago 1 Comment by Sharese Hunt Cinsaut

Cinsaut Rosé 2020 – A Rosé Like No Other

Summer’s in full swing, which brings with it long lazy days. Sunset gatherings, socialising with friends at a braai  or […]

It’s time to live it up at Stellenbosch’s sublime Street Soirées
2 months ago Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Stellenbosch

It’s time to live it up at Stellenbosch’s sublime Street Soirées

Book now for the renowned decadent celebration of fine wine and food December to March Stellenbosch Street Soirées are back! […]

DARIUS LIVE @ LOUISVALE
2 months ago Leave a Comment by Glen Hunt Louisvale

DARIUS LIVE @ LOUISVALE

Louisvale wine farm is delighted to have Darius Heath, live @ Louisvale on Sunday the 29th of November from 12 […]

Delheim strikes Platter five-star hat trick Stellenbosch stalwart goes back to its wine roots with refreshed Cellar Door Experience
2 months ago Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Delheim Wines

Delheim strikes Platter five-star hat trick Stellenbosch stalwart goes back to its wine roots with refreshed Cellar Door Experience

On the eve of its re-opening on 12 November, the iconic Delheim estate has seen three of its wines awarded […]

Stellenbosch Hills unlocks top-tier wines for festive season tastings
2 months ago Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Stellenbosch Hills Wines

Stellenbosch Hills unlocks top-tier wines for festive season tastings

Winery toasts the good life with a complimentary glass of MCC Stellenbosch Hills cranks up the festive season this year, […]

LOUISVALE WINES COMES TO THE OFFICE
3 months ago Leave a Comment by Glen Hunt Louisvale

LOUISVALE WINES COMES TO THE OFFICE

If you cannot make your way to Stellenbosch for a group wine tasting, do not despair because Louisvale Wines will […]

Blaauwklippen Farm Shop & Deli Launch
October 20, 2020 Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Blaauwklippen Farm Shop & Deli

Blaauwklippen Farm Shop & Deli Launch

Blaauwklippen’s new Farm Shop & Deli is all about local, offering a country-style destination in the heart of Stellenbosch that’s […]

Schalk Opperman: Quoin Rock’s new winemaker a man on a mission
October 18, 2020 Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Quoin Rock

Schalk Opperman: Quoin Rock’s new winemaker a man on a mission

“Craftsmanship in the vineyard and innovation in the cellar lead to wines that truly embody our terroir.” Quoin Rock’s wine […]

Burgers and Beats are back!
October 12, 2020 Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Middelvlei Wine Estate

Burgers and Beats are back!

Summer’s here and what better way to make the most of the warmer weather than with great wine, delicious food […]

Stellenbosch Hills unveils its white wines of 2020
October 3, 2020 Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Stellenbosch Hills Wines

Stellenbosch Hills unveils its white wines of 2020

Foursome adds milestones to winery’s 75th anniversary year Bring on the sunshine with the latest wines from Stellenbosch Hills. The […]

Momberg Pinotage 2018 – Heritage In A Bottle
September 24, 2020 Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Middelvlei Wine Estate

Momberg Pinotage 2018 – Heritage In A Bottle

The Momberg family of Middelvlei Wines are not only synonymous with heritage, but they have also paved the way as […]

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