Vine to Wine South Africa

Fijnwyn Festival 2022
2022-06-16 10:00 - 17:00 (Africa/Johannesburg) | Fijnwyn, Plot 99, Tierpoort, Luiperd Street Pretoria
Rooi Fijnwyn Details:

THURSDAY, JUNE 16, 2022
Time: 10:00 AM 5:00 PM
Location: FJINWYN PLOT 99, TIERPOORT, LUIPERD STREET PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA

6 Vital Wines: Heidi Duminy
2022-06-16 | The Wine Glass, 2 Harbour Road Hermanus, 7200, South Africa
Details:

Date / Time: 16 June 12:00
Artists: Heidi Duminy, Melvyn Minnaar
Rates:

Adult – R150
Early Bird – R130

Venue: The Wine Glass
Duration: 45 minutes

In this short series, three well-known wine personalities take up the challenge to present only six wines that they rate as not to be missed right now. A kind of an ‘island disc’ choice, the presenters will explain why these wines define the excellence and nature of the finest in our vineyards and cellars. Audience participation is required.
Each session will be a pleasant surprise and take you home really thinking about wine.
About Heidi Duminy
Heidi is the principal of the Cape Wine Academy, the ultimate industry institution. A skilled and popular judge and lecturer, she is passionate, wise, a keen wine prophet, and up to date with trends.

6 Vital Wines: Danie De Wet
2022-06-15 12:00 - 12:45 | Hermanus Fynarts, 2 Harbour Road Hermanus, 7200, South Africa
In this short series, three well-known wine personalities take up the challenge to present only six wines that they rate as not to be missed right now. A kind of an ‘island disc’ choice, the presenters will explain why these wines define the excellence and nature of the finest in our vineyards and cellars. Audience participation is required.
Each session will be a pleasant surprise and take you home really thinking about wine.
Details:

Date / Time: 15 June 12:00
Artists: Danie de Wet, Melvyn Minnaar
Duration: 45 minutes
Rates:

Adult – R150
Early Bird – R130

About Danie de Wet
Pioneering winemaker-owner of DeWetshof in Robertson and industry leader, Danie has had a passion for the world’s classic wines since his years as an international viticulture student. Decades of stories color his illustrious career.

Bordeaux: SA vs France
2022-06-14 | Culture Wine Bar, 103 Bree St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
CULTURE CLUB | BORDEAUX
14 Jun at Culture Wine Bar | 103 Bree Street starts at 18:00
Taste the world of Bordeaux at this month’s Culture Club. Our resident Sommelier, Keize Mumba will be presenting his selection of homegrown Bordeaux style favorites Vs French classics.
The Wines

MR de Compostella 2017
Grangehurst Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot Bordeaux Blend 2008
Dalla Giorgio Bordeaux Blend 2018
High Constantia Sebastian 2009
Keet First Verse 2017
The Echo Of G 2014
Château Haut Beausejour, Saint-Estèphe 2015
St. Julien, Saint Julien 2015
Charmes de Kirwan, Margaux 2017
Domaine de la Solitude, Passaic-Léognan 2010
Château La Grave, Pomerol 2012
Announce de Belair Monange Grand Cru, Saint-Émillon 2015

Bookings

Cost: 1450 pp including canapés & 2 course dinner
Date: 14th June 2022
Time: 18:00 for 18:30 start
Where: The Wine Library | Culture Wine Bar

Please Note
**Only 28 seats per event.
Bookings are made via our Dineplan Calendar. Select the date you wish to book, choose 18:00 and “Culture Club”.
A deposit is charged to secure your seat which will be offset against your final bill on the night.

CWA Wine Club Tastings
2022-06-14 | Chaplin’s Grill, 61 Woodlands Ave, Hurlingham, Sandton, Western Cape, 2070, South Africa
CAPE WINE ACADEMY WINE CLUB TASTINGS
Here’s how it works:

Tastings start at 6 pm (for 6.30 pm)
Six wines will be presented blind
Your score will help determine the wine selection for our courses next semester
Fun for everyone no matter how much you know about wine
Your ticket includes a delicious Chaplin’s dinner after the tasting
Expect great wines, great information, and great fun

Tuesdays are now for tastings and we look forward to welcoming you!
Upcoming Tastings at Chaplin’s Grill:

Taste Cabernet Sauvignon – 31st May
Taste Rhône Blends – 14th June

Price:

R350 per person including tasting and a light dinner.
Registered Cape Wine Academy Students get a 10% discount!

Please Note:

No under 18s
We encourage responsible appreciation of alcohol – please consider arranging transport.

Nuts for Chenin Blanc | Worcester
2022-06-13 08:00 - 17:00 | Brandvlei Cellar | BC Wines, Doornrivier Road, Worcester, 6849, South Africa
Wine Friends, we have GOOD NEWS!!!! ?? In celebration of #drinkcheninday on 17 June 2022, we will close a week off of celebrating #CheninBlanc with a #Bang.
We invite all to come and experience an evening of Karoo Atmosphere, cozy fires, and 12 amazing Chenin Blancs from Worcester along with a mystery pairing of each Chenin.
We are also super pleased to announce that André Swiegers will be doing a live in-person performance on that evening!
Details:

Where and When? Friday 24 June 2022 at BC Wines
Tickets Cost: R250 per person and include wine and pairings, live music, and a light meal.
Bookings are highly essential so make sure you RSVP fast to avoid disappointments… and YES we are nuts for Chenin Blanc!

Journey Through H&A
2022-06-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Marine Hotel, Main Road, Hermanus, 7200, South Africa
A Journey through Hemel-en-Aarde Wines
Take advantage of these two opportunities to taste wines from some of the best New World producers based in Hemel-en-Aarde in the relaxed setting of the Pavilion Restaurant at the Marine Hotel.
Compare the wines produced in the 3 different appellations below.

Hemel-en-Aarde Valley
Bouchard Finlayson

Upper Hemel-en-Aarde Valley
Bosman Family Vineyard
Lelie van Saron
Hasher Family Estate
WhaleHaven

Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge
Creation Wines
La Vierge
Jacobs Vineyards

Details:

Date / Time: 11 June 14:00
Venue: Marine Hotel
Duration: 2 hours
Rates:

Adult -R180
Early Bird – R160

Piekenierskloof Wine Tasting Event
2022-06-09 17:30 - 19:30 | FEiNES Fine Foods Deli, 267 Main Rd, Sea Point, Cape Town, 8005, South Africa
We invite you to our Piekenierskloof Wines Tasting at the Carmién Tea Shop in Cape Town, this June!
Cellar Master, Jaco van Niekerk will be talking us through the tasting.
Details

Date: Thursday 9 June
Time: 17:30 – 19:30 (Tasting will start @ 18:00)
Location: Feines Fine Foods Deli, 267 Main Road, Sea Point, Cape Town
Cost: R100 per person (6 wines) OR free with a wine purchase of R500 or more
Capacity: max 40 guests (walk-ins welcome, unless we’re fully booked)

Our Wine Selection

WildsKOSfees – De Oude Kraal
2022-06-04 11:00 - 22:00 | De Oude Kraal Country Estate & Spa, N1, South Bloemfontein, South Africa
Festival of Venison & Wine tasting – over 100 dishes and 100 wines to taste and enjoy, live music by Herman Kleinhans.
Wine shop, outdoor activities.
Fees:

R550 per person.
Kids 0-6 free.
Kids 7-12 R100,
Kids 13-17 R250.
Gourmet Food & Wine pairing for VIP tickets exclusively R950pp.

Book now at 0716796596 or info@in**@*********al.com

Stoep Tasting
2022-05-26 - 2022-05-29
In May 2014, the very first Stoep Tasting Wine Weekend was held in Graaff Reinet – 5 wine producers graced 5 lovely stoeps in the town. 45 tickets were sold and it was the beginning of something wonderful.
Today the annual Stoep Tasting Wine Weekend is one of the premier wine tourism weekends in Africa and showcases the top independent wine and spirit producers from South Africa and abroad. It incorporates the towns of Graaff Reinet and Nieu Bethesda and wine tasters and buyers travel from across Southern Africa to stroll the streets of these two picturesque Karoo towns, from stoep to stoep and taste and purchase some of the finest tipples in the world. Producer participation is by invite only and ticket numbers are limited to ensure that a wonderful and relaxed country weekend experience is had by all during the last weekend of May.
What are you waiting for, do you have your ticket yet?

SA Cheese Festival Pop-up
2022-05-02 - 2022-05-03
The award-winning SA Cheese Festival returns with a brand-new pop-up experience over 5 days in April. Join us for cheese, wine, beer, gin, fun entertainment, and more – at Groote Post on the West Coast as well as at Sandringham, Stellenbosch!
UPDATED SA CHEESE FESTIVAL COVID-19 ACCESS POLICY
• Groote Post, Sat 23 & Sun 24 April: All welcome, no access regulations (capacity limit 2 000 people).
• Sandringham, Sat 30 April – Mon 2 May: Proof of vaccination OR a negative test not older than 72 hours required (PCR or antigen/rapid test email/SMS proof acceptable, no home test)
Children 12 years and under are free.
More Info here.

The NEW Wine Show – Port Elizabeth
2022-05-01 | Bridge Street Brewery, 1 Bridge St, South End, Gqeberha, 6001, South Africa
Rediscover the Cape’s finest wineries at the inaugural NEW Wine Show 2022 in collaboration with Bridge Street Brewery. The NEW Wine Show will take place on the 1st of May, where some of South Africa’s most prominent wineries will join forces to present premium quality in wine, food, and drinks.
The exciting line-up of participating wineries will include; Neil Ellis Wines, Waterford, Thelema, Creation, and Graham Beck amongst others. This event will offer a sneak peek of the grandest of tastings, where guests will sample the best vintages, unique spirits, and select pours while networking with fellow industry leaders.
Details

Cost per day: R175 (early bird) or R195 at the door | Limited Tickets available
Venue: Bridge Street Brewery
Date: 1 May 2022

For more information – in**@************co.za | Follow us on Social Media to keep up to date – https://www.instagram.com/new_wine_show/
No under 18s | Refunds only on increased Covid lockdown level
(Strict Covid Protocols in place)
Additional information

Age restriction: No under 18s
Refund Policy: No refunds

SA CHEESE FESTIVAL POP-UP PICNICS : 1 May 2022
2022-05-01 | Sandringham Wine Estate, Sandringham Farm Sandringham Road Stellenbosch, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7600, South Africa
The award-winning SA Cheese Festival returns after two years, bringing cheese and wine lovers a brand-new experience: a special series of Pop-up Picnics over four weekends in April 2022 at four of the Cape’s most popular picnic destinations, from the Winelands (Warwick Wine Estate) to Walker Bay (Benguela Cove Wine Estate) to the West Coast (Groote Post Wine Estate) and back to the Winelands (Sandringham).
More Info:

Website: https://www.cheesepicnics.co.za/
Dates: Sunday 1 May 2022
Location: Stellenbosch, Sandringham

Join us for a whole day of picnicking next to the beautiful dams at Sandringham, with the tastiest picnic fare, from award-winning cheese to wine, beer, gin, and more. (The Monday is a public holiday!)
Buy Your Tickets here.

Elgin Cool Wine Festival
2022-04-30 10:00 - 2022-05-01 16:00
The festival takes place on Sat 30 Apr & Sun 1 May & tickets cost R250pp for a weekend pass & tasting glass.
So round up your friends and family and plan a wonderful two days in the valley with free tastings at all the participating wine estates you visit.
There’ll also be live entertainment, outdoor activities & fun events to keep the youngsters entertained while the serious wine drinkers get to chat with the local winemakers, do a vertical wine tasting & experience the unique cool climate wines. Spectacular food offerings will also be on offer at some of the estates as well as from the Elgin Railway Market.
Saturday & Sunday 10 – 4pm

SA CHEESE FESTIVAL POP-UP PICNICS : 30 APRIL 2022
2022-04-30 | Sandringham Wine Estate, Sandringham Farm Sandringham Road Stellenbosch, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7600, South Africa
The award-winning SA Cheese Festival returns after two years, bringing cheese and wine lovers a brand-new experience: a special series of Pop-up Picnics over four weekends in April 2022 at four of the Cape’s most popular picnic destinations, from the Winelands (Warwick Wine Estate) to Walker Bay (Benguela Cove Wine Estate) to the West Coast (Groote Post Wine Estate) and back to the Winelands (Sandringham).
More Info:

Website: https://www.cheesepicnics.co.za/
Dates: Saturday 30 April 2022
Location: Stellenbosch, Sandringham

Join us for a whole day of picnicking next to the beautiful dams at Sandringham, with the tastiest picnic fare, from award-winning cheese to wine, beer, gin, and more. (The Monday is a public holiday!)
Buy Your Tickets here.

SA CHEESE FESTIVAL POP-UP PICNICS : 24 APRIL 2022
2022-04-24 | Groote Post Wine Estate, Darling Hills Road, Darling, 7345, South Africa
The award-winning SA Cheese Festival returns after two years, bringing cheese and wine lovers a brand-new experience: a special series of Pop-up Picnics over four weekends in April 2022 at four of the Cape’s most popular picnic destinations, from the Winelands (Warwick Wine Estate) to Walker Bay (Benguela Cove Wine Estate) to the West Coast (Groote Post Wine Estate) and back to the Winelands (Sandringham).
More Info:

Website: https://www.cheesepicnics.co.za/
Dates: Saturday 24 April 2022
Location: Darling, Groote Post Wine Estate

Take the West Coast scenic route to the historic Groote Post in the Darling Hills near Yzerfontein. Enjoy rural hospitality, award-winning wines that reflect the uniqueness of the region, and of course delicious cheese!
Buy Your Tickets here.

SA CHEESE FESTIVAL POP-UP PICNICS : 23 APRIL 2022
2022-04-23 | Groote Post Wine Estate, Darling Hills Road, Darling, 7345, South Africa
The award-winning SA Cheese Festival returns after two years, bringing cheese and wine lovers a brand-new experience: a special series of Pop-up Picnics over four weekends in April 2022 at four of the Cape’s most popular picnic destinations, from the Winelands (Warwick Wine Estate) to Walker Bay (Benguela Cove Wine Estate) to the West Coast (Groote Post Wine Estate) and back to the Winelands (Sandringham).
More Info:

Website: https://www.cheesepicnics.co.za/
Dates: Saturday 23 April 2022
Location: Darling, Groote Post Wine Estate

Take the West Coast scenic route to the historic Groote Post in the Darling Hills near Yzerfontein. Enjoy rural hospitality, award-winning wines that reflect the uniqueness of the region, and of course delicious cheese!
Buy Your Tickets here.

La Rochelle Wine Tours
2022-04-22 - 2022-04-30 | La Rochelle Franschhoek, South Africa
La Rochelle Tours offers specialized Wine and Gourmet Tours within the Cape Winelands of South Africa.
La Rochelle Tours is based in the Cape Winelands with qualified tour guides in Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, and Paarl. We will also gladly collect guests in Cape Town for our wine tours on a Private Tour basis depending on availability.
The small, family-run team from La Rochelle Tours is well-known for going the extra mile and this is evident in their TripAdvisor reviews.

The Cederberg Circle Meet ups
2022-04-22 - 2022-04-30
The Cederberg Circle meet-ups are coming to your city this autumn! Meet our winemaking team, sip on our wines, be the first to taste some special new releases, and enjoy delicious food in a vibrant location.
In Cape Town, we will be cruising out to sea on a yacht for sundowners, enjoying Cederberg wines on the very ocean that influences their unique flavor profiles. Jo’burg will see the exhilarating city celebrate wine at a rooftop bar overlooking the urban landscape and in Pretoria we will gather in the trendy hub of Menlyn.
More Info here.

Tuk Tuk Franschhoek
2022-04-22 - 2022-04-30 | 54 HUGUENOT ROAD, FRANSCHHOEK, South Africa
TUK TUK Franschhoek offers half-day or full-day wine tours through selected wine farms in the Franschhoek Valley.
HALF DAY WINE TOUR: A half-day of wine tasting in Franschhoek – R250/person. Choose a Route and select 3 Estates on that route.
Duration: 3-4 Hours
FULL DAY WINE TOUR: A full day of wine tasting in Franschhoek – R400/person. Choose a Route and select 5 Estates on that route.
Duration: Around 5-6 Hours
Start Location: Your guest house/ hotel/ lodge in Franschhoek or our Mobile Ticket Office situated at Le Petit Manoir
Please check the confirmation email for Wine Farm options.
More Info: https://www.tuktukfranschhoek.co.za/

Franschhoek Vineyard Hopper
2022-04-22 - 2022-04-30 | Franschhoek, South Africa, South Africa
We are proud to offer the Non-Guided Franschhoek Vineyard Hopper to all guests staying within the Franschhoek Village.
Franschhoek is located in the Cape Winelands. It is a little gem surrounded by mountains with amazing scenery and only about a 1h15 minute drive from the Cape Town International Airport and a 1h20 minute drive from the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront in Cape Town.
If you are not staying in the Franschhoek Village (within the 4km from the town hall), request a quote for a return transfer and get collected from your accommodation at an additional fee.
For more info, click here.
Get us on the socials:

Facebook
Instagram

SA CHEESE FESTIVAL POP-UP PICNICS : 9 APRIL 2022
2022-04-09 | Benguela Cove Wine Estate, R43, Botriver Lagoon Walker Bay, Hermanus, 7200, South Africa
The award-winning SA Cheese Festival returns after two years, bringing cheese and wine lovers a brand-new experience: a special series of Pop-up Picnics over four weekends in April 2022 at four of the Cape’s most popular picnic destinations, from the Winelands (Warwick Wine Estate) to Walker Bay (Benguela Cove Wine Estate) to the West Coast (Groote Post Wine Estate) and back to the Winelands (Sandringham).
More Info:

Website: https://www.cheesepicnics.co.za/
Dates: 9 April 2022
Location: Hermanus, Benguela Cove Wine Estate

Benguela Cove deserves its motto as the coolest destination, situated next to the ocean, and as an extremely popular AND fun picnic destination for visitors of all ages.
Buy Your Tickets here.

Tokara Rare Plant Fair and Autumn Open Garden 2022
2022-04-04 08:00 - 16:00 | TOKARA wine and olive farm, Helshoogte Pass, Stellenbosch, Helshoogte Rd, Stellenbosch, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7600, South Africa
Experience Tokara in all its autumn splendour when this acclaimed Stellenbosch family wine and olive estate opens its extensive farm garden to the public for the annual Rare Plant Fair on Saturday, 23 April 2022.
Meander through tranquil walks dotted with sculptures by local artists while taking in the magnificent vistas over the large garden dam. The dedicated indigenous garden, textures in the cork oak forest and the fresh scents wafting from the terraces of the picking garden will appeal to all the senses. Other enchanting secrets worth discovering are the inspiring vegetable garden, wetlands and the gurgling mountain stream flowing into soothing lily ponds.
The latest addition to the farm’s inspiring collection of natural marvels is a Moss Garden created by neuroscientist and international moss gardener Gert van Tonder. The garden is 100% local with all rocks and moss originating within a few kilometres from the space that is being transformed into something that belongs at Tokara as much as it does in Japan.
With the wide variety of plants on sale from indigenous flora such as fynbos and proteas to the more exotic, this popular event will appeal to all tastes. Besides coffee and other refreshments, Tokara will be well represented with its elegant wines and award-winning extra virgin olive oils.
The Tokara Rare Plant Fair and Autumn Open Garden 2022 open from 08h00 until 16h00. Entry for adults is R50 in aid of a local charity. Children under 10 have free entry. The Tokara Tasting Lounge, restaurants and Delicatessen will be open as usual on Saturday. For more information on the Open Garden visit www.tokara.com or email op********@****ra.com. Email Karin Alant at in**@**************co.za for enquiries regarding the Rare Plant Fair.
Diary listing information:

Date: Saturday, 23 April 2022
Time: 08h00 – 16h00
Tickets: R50 per adult
Venue: TOKARA wine and olive farm, Helshoogte Pass, Stellenbosch
Contact: op********@****ra.com www.rareplantfair.co.za

SA CHEESE FESTIVAL POP-UP PICNICS : 3 APRIL 2022
2022-04-03 | Warwick Wine Estate, R44, Stellenbosch, 7607, South Africa
The award-winning SA Cheese Festival returns after two years, bringing cheese and wine lovers a brand-new experience: a special series of Pop-up Picnics over four weekends in April 2022 at four of the Cape’s most popular picnic destinations, from the Winelands (Warwick Wine Estate) to Walker Bay (Benguela Cove Wine Estate) to the West Coast (Groote Post Wine Estate) and back to the Winelands (Sandringham).
More Info:

Website: https://www.cheesepicnics.co.za/
Dates: Saturday 3 April 2022
Location: Stellenbosch – Warwick Wine Estate

Situated at the foot of Simonsberg just outside Stellenbosch, picnic lovers just LOVE Warwick for gourmet picnicking on their lawn – and the friendliest sommeliers!
Buy Your Tickets here.

SA Cheese Festival Pop-up Picnics : 2 April 2022
2022-04-02 | Warwick Wine Estate, R44, Stellenbosch, 7607, South Africa
The award-winning SA Cheese Festival returns after two years, bringing cheese and wine lovers a brand-new experience: a special series of Pop-up Picnics over four weekends in April 2022 at four of the Cape’s most popular picnic destinations, from the Winelands (Warwick Wine Estate) to Walker Bay (Benguela Cove Wine Estate) to the West Coast (Groote Post Wine Estate) and back to the Winelands (Sandringham).
More Info:

Website: https://www.cheesepicnics.co.za/
Dates: Saturday 2 April 2022
Location: Stellenbosch – Warwick Wine Estate

Situated at the foot of Simonsberg just outside Stellenbosch, picnic lovers just LOVE Warwick for gourmet picnicking on their lawn – and the friendliest sommeliers!
Buy Your Tickets here.

Constantia Fresh Fine Wine and Food Festival
2022-02-20 14:00 - 18:00 | Buitenverwachting Wine Estate, Constantia, Cape Town, 7806, South Africa
OUR BELOVED ANNUAL GARDEN PARTY IS BACK AT BUITENVERWACHTING ON SUNDAY 20 FEBRUARY 2022.
Details:
Date: Sunday 20 February 2022
Time: 14:00 – 18:00
Price: R650 (includes a wine tasting glass, wine tasting, canapes by local chefs, and live music)
Venue: Buitenverwachting Wine Estate
BUY TICKETS HERE

The Cape Wine Auction 2022
2022-02-12 18:00 | Quoin Rock Wine Estate, Quoin Rock Wine Estate, Knorhoek Road, Stellenbosch, Western Cape, 7600, South Africa
We are delighted to announce that the CWA intends to roar back to life with passion and purpose to host yet another memorable event at Quoin Rock on the 12th of February 2022.
Dress code: Formal
More Info: http://www.thecapewineauction.com/

Culture Club Big 5 Wine Tasting – Cape Town
2022-02-08 | The Wine Library, 103 Bree St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Join us for our weekly explorations into the world of wine. In this tasting, we will be exploring what we have dubbed ‘The Big 5’ of both regions and varietals from France and South Africa. You will be guided through 10 wines by our in-house, experienced Sommelier Eric Botha who has over 20 years of experience in the wine industry.
THE WINES
France:

Baron Albert Universelle Brut NV, Champagne
Colette Gros Chablis 2016, Burgundy
Bernard Baudry Chinon Glos Guillot 2018, Loire Valley
Domaine des Lises Croze-Hermitage 2016, Rhõne
Franc Cardinal Côte de Franc 2016, Bordeaux

South Africa:

Pieter Ferreira Blanc de Blanc Brut CC 2015, Western Cape
Crystallum ‘The Agnes’ Chardonnay 2020, Western Cape
Gabrielskloof Landscape Series Cabernet Franc 2018, Botriver
Savage Syrah 2019, Stellenbosch
Boekenhoutskloof Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Stellenbosch

BOOKINGS

Cost: R495pp (Includes canapés)
Date: 08 February 2022
Time: 18:00 for 18:30 start
Where: The Wine Library @ Culture Wine Bar

PLEASE NOTE: **Only 20 seats per event.
Bookings are made via our Dineplan Calendar. Select the date you wish to book, choose 18:00 and “Culture Club”. A deposit of R150 is charged to secure your seat which will be offset against your final bill on the night.

Polkadraai Chenin Blanc Benchmark Tasting
2022-02-05 12:00 | Somm & Co. at Karibib, Polkadraai Road Stellenbosch, 7604, South Africa
What’s so special about Polkadraai Chenin?
Join the team from Somm & Co. in collaboration with Raats Family Wines for a unique in-depth tasting experience and lunch comparing the best of Palkadraai Steen against some stellar examples from the rest of South Africa and the Loire.
Tasting of 24 of the best Chenin Blanc ever to grace our palates followed by a not too shabby lunch
R650 p.p.

Hemel-en-Aarde Pinot Noir Celebration 2022
2022-01-29 07:30 - 17:00 | Bouchard Finlayson, R320, Hermanus, 7200, South Africa
The Hemel-en-Aarde Producers invite you to the 8th Annual Pinot noir Celebration on 29th January 2022.
This year we present an intimate one-day event exclusively for 75 guests.
Embark on appellations’ tours and tastings led by Miguel Chan, Roland Peens, Cathy van Zyl and Joseph Dhafana joined by the winemakers from Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, Upper Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, and Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge, hosted in their respective appellations.
Wonderful relaxed lunch by Chef Stefan Otto served with Hemel-en-Aarde Chardonnays on the lawns of Bouchard Finlayson, overlooking the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley.
And the Grande Finale, celebratory dinner by chef Bertus Basson at the private residence of Anthony and Olive Hamilton Russell, Braemar, Hamilton Russell Vineyards. Bigger bottles, older rare vintages of Hemel-en-Aarde Pinot Noir, and vintage New Zealand Pinot Noir await.
With only 75 tickets available, this will be a unique opportunity to taste the 2020 vintage Pinot noirs from the Hemel-en-Aarde Area. Three tastings, one in each of the appellations, hosted by the winemakers and moderators to ensure an interesting, in-depth opportunity to get to know the vintage with all its trials and tribulations.
A VIP tour of the Hemel-en-Aarde, as producers, not only open their tasting rooms but also their barrel cellars and private homes for a very personal experience.
