Wineries I have visited in South Africa
My goal is to visit and review 800 wineries in South Africa. I have catalogued all my visits to date on Google so that you can follow along too!
My Wine Map
“I started blogging about wine in 2016 and to date, I have blogged about 163 wineries in South Africa. I do hope you enjoy some of the reads below.”
New secret garden rooftop bar delights Capetonians
I attended the opening night of the new Belvedere Secret Garden bar in Cape Town.Amazing vodka cocktails and 360 degree city views! This venue will surprise and delight in natural splendour.
Shimmy Submerged Sundays are HOT
Hot summer days, ocean views, sand between your toes and Goldfish live - this is why SHIMMY is the place to be these holidays.
My magical trip to France in Franschhoek
This is the MCC and Champagne event of the year! Here's why...
Franschhoek MCC & Champagne Fest 3 & 4 Dec '16
Will you join me at the Franschhoek Cap Classique and Champagne Festival ‘The Magic of Bubbles’, presented by Mastercard on Sunday 4 December 2016?
A wine weekend getaway to Robertson!
Treat yourself to a wine getaway in the Robertson Wine Valley. Here are some tips and advise on what to do over three days...
A bubbly affair at Season of Sauvignon, Durbanville Hills
I was in for a bubbly treat at my second wine festival last weekend. The Season of Sauvignon Festival at Durbanville Hills. #thiscitysparkles. Read more about why this event is the best that Durbanville has to offer.
The classy Diemersfontein Pinotage On-Tap Fest
Festival goers at the recent Diemersfontein On-Tap Festival were treated to the Awarded “Best Wine Event in the World” (2014) by Drinks International, this past weekend. Festival goers say, "It is a wine, food and music extravaganza which is the classiest of the lot!" Here's why.
Boschendal Sunday Music Picnics are a must this summer!
Finally! Summer is here and I HAVE to try this! Just imagine listening to live music whilst munching on a gourmet picnic, laying in a hammock with some WINE! Yes please! R495 for a picnic basket for 2.
High Tea in the Boschendal Rose Garden - 5 November 2016
If you love splendid affairs, then the Boschendal Rose Garden is the place to be. Enjoy the scenery with fabulous food and drinks with Landscaper Jan Blok as he hosts a lavish High Tea and shares his passion for and knowledge of Heritage Roses. R295 pp.
Grande Provence picnic under the Oaks - November 2016
Relax under majestic oaks with a rustic summer picnic in true French style at Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate in Franschhoek. Any day in November 2016 up until April 2017. R275 per person sharing, or R325 for a single basket.
Stellenbosch Pop-up street party, 16 and 30 November 2016
The Stellenbosch Street Soirees will take place every second and last week of the month for a hip crowd to immerse themselves in the inimitable food and wine culture of this forever young town, with live music adding to a cool and casual vibe.
Paul René Bubbly Festival, Robertson: 5 November 2016
Take a journey to the ravishing Robertson in Spring to discover the home of Paul Rene at the Wonderfontein Wine Estate. Family and friends will experience the heart and soul of authentic hand crafted Paul René Brut and Brut Rosé.