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Pierre Jourdan Day
December 14, 2022 Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Haute Cabrière

Pierre Jourdan Day

Join Haute Cabrière on Thursday, 22 December 2022, in their annual celebration of their founding Huguenot, Pierre Jourdan, with a […]

Haute Cabrière | Memorable Experience in Franschhoek
November 20, 2022 Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Haute Cabrière

Haute Cabrière | Memorable Experience in Franschhoek

Haute Cabrière, the family-run winery and home of Pierre Jourdan, overlooks the majestic and breathtaking views of the Franschhoek wine […]

Franschhoek Culinary Collective
September 18, 2022 Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt News

Franschhoek Culinary Collective

More Gourmet Gold On Offer As Franschhoek Launches New Foodie Event: The ‘Culinary Collective’ Set for Friday, 28 October 2022, […]

Leopard’s Leap | South African Table
August 7, 2022 Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Leopard’s Leap Wines

Leopard’s Leap | South African Table

“Drinking Good Wine with Good Food in Good Company is one of life’s most civilised pleasures” – Michael Broadbent South […]

Backsberg With A New Look
July 11, 2022 Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Backsberg Family Wines

Backsberg With A New Look

Revitalised and reimagined, Backsberg has re-launched their brand, cellar and brand home. Now situated in Franschhoek, wine lovers can enjoy […]

Franschhoek Celebrates Bastille | 16 & 17 July
June 6, 2022 Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Franschhoek Bastille Festival

Franschhoek Celebrates Bastille | 16 & 17 July

We are excited to announce that Franschhoek is Celebrating Bastille after a two-year hiatus, on the 16th and 17th of […]

Franschhoek Mystery Weekends – a must for your bucket list
February 26, 2022 Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Franschhoek

Franschhoek Mystery Weekends – a must for your bucket list

Imagine an all-inclusive winelands getaway, where your weekend has been meticulously planned for you from check in to check out. […]

Anthonij Rupert Wyne launches maiden vintage L’Ormarins Private Cuvée Cap Classique
February 24, 2022 Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Anthonij Rupert Estate

Anthonij Rupert Wyne launches maiden vintage L’Ormarins Private Cuvée Cap Classique

The discovery of the late Anthonij Rupert’s packaging notes and mock-ups was the departure point for realising his dream and […]

Franschhoek Reaches Population Safety
November 26, 2021 Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Franschhoek

Franschhoek Reaches Population Safety

Franschhoek’s population is officially safe and is the first town in South Africa to have more than 80% of its […]

Record High Platters Ratings Awarded For Anthonij Rupert Wyne
November 21, 2021 Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Anthonij Rupert Estate

Record High Platters Ratings Awarded For Anthonij Rupert Wyne

Anthonij Rupert Wyne in Franschhoek has been awarded four 5-star ratings and fourteen 4.5 star ratings for wines in their […]

Franschhoek’s La Petite Ferme appoints talented new head chef
October 5, 2021 Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt La Petite Ferme

Franschhoek’s La Petite Ferme appoints talented new head chef

The Nest Collection’s boutique property set for upswing in tourism La Petite Ferme, the renowned manor house and vineyard suites […]

Trio of Gold awards for L’Ormarins in recent Amorim competition
September 22, 2021 Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt L'Ormarins

Trio of Gold awards for L’Ormarins in recent Amorim competition

It’s a Double Gold and two Golds for Anthonij Rupert Wyne’s L’Ormarins range at the 2021 Amorim Cap Classique Challenge. […]

Wine and Sushi Experience | GlenWood Vineyards
June 6, 2021 Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt GlenWood Vineyards

Wine and Sushi Experience | GlenWood Vineyards

What’s not to love when it comes to sushi and wine? Add a beautiful setting in the winelands with gorgeous […]

Reset and rejuvenate with Franschhoek’s Mystery Weekends
May 24, 2021 Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Franschhoek

Reset and rejuvenate with Franschhoek’s Mystery Weekends

In these turbulent times we find ourselves in why not treat yourself to an all-inclusive winelands getaway, where your weekend […]

Franschhoek Uncorked Festival Celebrates Summer In Style
October 13, 2020 Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Franschhoek

Franschhoek Uncorked Festival Celebrates Summer In Style

6 – 8 November 2020 Suffering from lockdown blues? Now that we’re on Level 1 and allowed larger gatherings be […]

Cape Of Good Hope Caroline Wins Best In Class At Old Mutual Trophy Show
October 13, 2020 Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Anthonij Rupert Estate

Cape Of Good Hope Caroline Wins Best In Class At Old Mutual Trophy Show

  With awards season in full swing the industry is abuzz with news on their wines. One of the latest […]

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