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THE uLutsha wine brand was officially launched on 24 February 2022 at a celebratory event at Delheim Estate. It is the culmination of what began as a learning project and has now become the development of a brand by a team of young PYDA (Pinotage Youth Development Academy) graduates, the first of…
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THE discovery of the late Anthonij Rupert’s packaging notes and mock-ups was the departure point for realising his dream and producing the Cap Classique range on L’Ormarins Estate. The L’Ormarins Private Cuvée 2014 is envisioned as the pinnacle of the range. An ode to his pioneering spirit, forged…
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CLOS MALVERNE Wine Estate in Devon Valley, Stellenbosch is offering a fabulous Lifestyle Package all the way through to September 22. It normally runs from April to September but as tourism gets on the road to recovery, this special deal should have you packing your bags as soon as possible. For…
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IMAGINE an all-inclusive winelands getaway, where your weekend has been meticulously planned for you from check in to check out. You’d be forgiven for thinking it’s a dream, but this can be your reality. Franschhoek’s popular Mystery Weekends holds the promise of surprise, relaxation and pure…
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AN exciting new wine festival launches in the heart of the Swartland - arguably South Africa’s most dynamic wine region - on April 30, 2022. Hosted in a town not known for its wine, the Swartland Sosiaal Wynfees breaks the mould in typical Swartland fashion with a showcase of famous and lesser-known…
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FARRO, the critically acclaimed restaurant which has since October last year been a sought-after pop-up in Cape Town’s Bree Street, has now found a permanent home. Farro will reopen its doors at Gabriëlskloof Wine Estate in Botrivier in April 2022. “When we met Alex and Eloise Windebank and…
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THE award-winning South African Cheese Festival innovates with a first-of-its-kind experience. In April 2022, cheese and wine lovers can celebrate for eight days with the SA Cheese Festival popping up over four weekends at four exquisite destinations. On Saturday 2 and Sunday 3 April, the festival…
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THERE once was a bull named Jonathan, who lived at Le Pommier, on the Helshoogte Road in the Banhoek Valley between Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. Jonathan was rather wilful and would frequently break out of his accommodations and into the vineyards - but only one in particular: the Malbec. There he…
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WINEMAKER and head of the renowned Stellenbosch Hills, PG Slabbert, celebrates his 25th harvest at the winery this year. During this time, he has seen not only the transformation of the acclaimed enterprise, but also shared its journey through some of the industry’s most tumultuous times. Since…
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WITH travel restrictions easing the world over, and South Africa off the dreaded “red list” of many countries, tourists are returning to our splendid shores. Here’s where they can play and stay this summer season – and where you can also be a tourist in your own city. In December 2021, the Mother…
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