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Stellenbosch Wine Routes celebrates half-century of leadership and innovation
3 days ago Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch Wine Routes celebrates half-century of leadership and innovation

SA’s first wine route to remain collaborative pace-setter in wine tourism The Stellenbosch Wine Routes celebrates its 50th anniversary this […]

Escape to the mountains with a luxury picnic at Quoin Rock Wine Estate in Stellenbosch
1 week ago Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Quoin Rock

Escape to the mountains with a luxury picnic at Quoin Rock Wine Estate in Stellenbosch

Quoin Rock Wine Estate, nestled in the beautiful Knorhoek Valley in Stellenbosch is home to award-winning wines, world-class architecture, breathtaking […]

Nederburg | One Of The Most Admired Wine Brands In The World
2 weeks ago Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Nederburg Wine Estate

Nederburg | One Of The Most Admired Wine Brands In The World

For the fifth time, Nederburg features on the esteemed World’s Most Admired Wine Brands list this year, in 34th position. […]

Heard it through the Grapevine | Louisvale
2 weeks ago Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Louisvale

Heard it through the Grapevine | Louisvale

Cape Town March 2021 – The most-anticipated date on the wine calendar, for Louisvale Wines, is of course harvest season.  […]

Moments of Bliss with Ken Forrester Silver Rose 2020
2 weeks ago Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Ken Forrester Wines

Moments of Bliss with Ken Forrester Silver Rose 2020

Treat yourself this Easter Long Weekend with some Pamper time. The ultimate luxury in today’s busy life is finding the […]

Gecko Rock – A place to free your mind | Touws River
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Gecko Rock – A place to free your mind | Touws River

Life during this current pandemic creates a new norm with tasks requiring control and mental effort. Sometimes we are faced […]

Saluting The Culture Of Food And Wine At Muratie Estate
2 weeks ago Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Muratie Wine Estate

Saluting The Culture Of Food And Wine At Muratie Estate

“Drinking good wine with good food in good company is one of life’s most civilized pleasures”. These are the words […]

Recipe | Annatjie’s Marrow Bones on Toast
2 weeks ago Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Annatjie’s Marrow Bones on Toast | Muratie

Recipe | Annatjie’s Marrow Bones on Toast

PERFECTLY PAIRED WITH THE MURATIE MR MAY GRENACHE NOIR 2018 ANNATJIE’S MARROW BONES ON TOAST RECIPE INGREDIENTS You need the […]

Recipe | Annatjie’s Salmon With Tarragon Sauce
2 weeks ago Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Annatjie’s Salmon With Tarragon And Cream Sauce | Muratie

Recipe | Annatjie’s Salmon With Tarragon Sauce

PERFECTLY PAIRED WITH THE MURATIE ISABELLA CHARDONNAY 2019   ANNATJIE’S SALMON WITH TARRAGON AND CREAM SAUCE RECIPE INGREDIENTS 2 Salmon […]

Recipe | Annatjie’s Pickled Fish Recipe
2 weeks ago Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Annatjie’s Pickled Fish Recipe | Muratie

Recipe | Annatjie’s Pickled Fish Recipe

PERFECTLY PAIRED WITH THE MURATIE LAURENS CAMPHER 2019 ANNATJIE’S PICKLED FISH RECIPE INGREDIENTS For the fish 1kg Yellow Tail or […]

Egg-ceptional Easter Weekend fun at Constantia Glen
2 weeks ago Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Constantia Glen

Egg-ceptional Easter Weekend fun at Constantia Glen

Make the most of Easter Weekend at Constantia Glen with live music at the tasting room to get you into […]

Celebrate Easter In Style At Quoin Rock
2 weeks ago Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Quoin Rock

Celebrate Easter In Style At Quoin Rock

Treat yourself to an elegant Easter celebration this year by heading off to Quoin Rock, situated in the heart of […]

Karoo1 Hotel Village | The Ultimate Karoo Retreat
4 weeks ago 2 Comments by Sharese Hunt Karoo 1 Hotel Village

Karoo1 Hotel Village | The Ultimate Karoo Retreat

As the first farm and gateway to the greater Karoo, Karoo 1 Hotel Village is the perfect stopover to create […]

De Doorns Cellar | Hex River Valley
4 weeks ago Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt De Doorns Cellar

De Doorns Cellar | Hex River Valley

Situated against a spectacular backdrop of majestic mountain peaks and vineyards, is a place well-known for its export quality grapes […]

The Melting Pot | For Small Sharing Plates That Are Big On Flavour
1 month ago Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Oak Valley Wine Estate

The Melting Pot | For Small Sharing Plates That Are Big On Flavour

Big things, they say, come in small packages which is certainly the case when it comes to The Melting Pot. […]

Savvy With Sauvignon
1 month ago Leave a Comment by Sharese Hunt Nederburg Wine Estate

Savvy With Sauvignon

Four of Nederburg’s Sauvignon blanc wines were awarded 90+ scores and gold medals by the esteemed judging panel of The […]

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