Vine to Wine South Africa

Cape Wine Masters Drinking Window Two – Online
2020-12-03 - 2020-12-10
Six winemakers over six dates with six wines in their perfect drinking window presented by Cape Wine Masters.
The subscription fee is R1595 and this includes the six virtual Zoom tastings and the six featured wines.
Dates:

5th November 2020 –

Shannon Vineyards Mount Bullet Merlot 2017 – Danielle le Roux CWM & James Downes

12th November 2020 –

Naude Wines White Blend 2006 – Francois Bezuidenhout CWM & Ian Naude

19th November 2020 –

Eenzaamheid Cinsaut 2017 – Lizette Tolken CWM & Janno Briers-Louw CWM

26th November 2020 –

Mont Blois Groot Steen Chenin Blanc 2016 – Derek Ramsden CWM & Nina-Mari Bruwer CWM

03rd December 2020 –

The Fledge & Co Fume Blanc 2017 – Debi van Flymen CWM & Leon Coetzee

10th December 2020 –

Cederberg Shiraz 2015 – Conrad Louw CWM & David Niewoudt

Additional information:
Age restriction: No under 18s
Refund policy: No refunds

Stellenbosch Street Soiree – Drostdy St
2020-11-25 18:00 - 20:00 (Africa/Johannesburg) | Drostdy Street, 2 Drostdy Rd, Stellenbosch Central, Stellenbosch, 7600, South Africa
Stellenbosch Street Soirées are back! This series of laid-back wine, food and music socials is your invitation to be rejuvenated in South Africa’s capital of good living.
Once again presented by Stellenbosch Wine Routes, the Soirées make the most of the Cape’s balmy summer evenings when one of the town’s main roads is closed off, allowing visitors to snack and sip through fine Stellenbosch fare. What better way to get out into a safe space?
Participating wineries, chefs and restaurants will line Drostdy Street, one of Stellenbosch’s most historic and scenic. This is the opportunity to rouse your friends and family and spend the evening in good cheer.
But don’t just plan to go to one! Each Soirée features different wineries, giving you the chance to spread the fun throughout the season.
Tickets are limited and pandemic compliance measures will be in place. This includes the requirement of masks, temperature screening and sanitising on entry.
The first Soirée takes place on Wednesday, 2 December.
Full details

Cost: R150 (includes a tasting glass and 10 tokens).
When: December 2; January 13 and 27; February 10 and 24; and, March 10 and 24.
Tickets will be flying fast so make sure you get yours today at www.plankton.mobi (http://bit.do/BuySoireeTicket) or pay with cash, Snapscan, or your bank card at the entrance.

Also speed up your time at the gate by completing the required attendance register online prior to arrival, at http://bit.do/StreetSoireeContactRegister.
For more information, email in**@**********co.za or call 021 886 4310. Learn more about Stellenbosch’s reputation for food, wine, history and culture at www.wineroute.co.za or www.visitstellenbosch.org.

Somerset Fresh Fine Wine Dinners – Somerset West
2020-11-25
Join us for a four-course dinner plus canapé, petits fours and other bells and whistles prepared by award-winning chef Michael Deg, expertly paired with fine regional wines from Somerset West’s best producers (including an international surprise or two) by sommelier and co-owner of Fresh events, Higgo Jacobs.
Coffee and gratuity included.
Rates: R1400 per person
?Buy tickets here.

FRANSCHHOEK UNCORKED
2020-11-06 - 2020-11-08
Suffering from lockdown blues? Now that we’re on Level 1 and allowed larger gatherings to be sure to save the date for this year’s Franschhoek Uncorked Festival, which takes place over the weekend of 6 to 8 November. What better excuse to explore one of South Africa’s premier wine destinations, whilst uncovering a fine selection of wine gems from the Franschhoek Vignerons.
Participating wineries in and around the valley will use the opportunity to showcase this season’s new release wines, which include MCC’s, white wines, rosés and even a few Summer inspired red varietals. Live music and great food add extra excitement to a fun day out. Be on the lookout for a few special events guaranteed to pique your interest. These include a unique a Chardonnay and sushi pairing, and a tractor ride through the vineyards, to name but a few.
Pack the car and set off for the Winelands with its fresh country air and exquisite views whilst travelling from farm to farm. With most of the Franschhoek wineries participating in this fun weekend festival, there promises to be something for everyone.
Make the most of your Franschhoek outing and turn it into a weekend of unforgettable memories. Book into one of the valley’s luxurious accommodation establishments, which range from quaint B&B’s and guest houses to 5-star boutique hotels. This will allow you ample time for a leisurely stroll down the main road, uncovering world-class shops, art galleries and boutiques during your Franschhoek Uncorked weekend.
COVID-19 safety regulations will be in place at all establishments as per Level 1 regulations.
Pre-book your Uncorked Weekend Pass through www.webtickets.co.za, which cost R180 per person. Your Uncorked Weekend Pass (valid for all three days) allows you access to all of the participating wine farms as well as a complimentary tasting glass and free wine tastings.

Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Swartland – Online
2020-11-04 - 2020-11-13
Online tasting with the Swartland producers
1 PACK | 29 WINES | 2 OLIVE OILS | 4 LIVE-STREAMED EPISODES
The Swartland is coming to YOU!
The Swartland is on fire! In 2020, the revolution has produced three 100-pointers from Mullineux, Porseleinberg and the Sadie Family. To go on a journey with these guys, albeit from different vintages, this is your chance to take part in an exploration of this cutting-edge region.
Get the wines, gather all your friends and share in an incredible online tasting with the coolest winemakers in the Swartland.
When you purchase the mixed case below, you’ll be registered to join the 4 virtual tastings, split over two weeks on 4, 6, 11 and 13 November. Each episode will feature a specific region within the Swartland and you’ll taste 7 – 8 wines together with the winemakers themselves over Zoom.
Episodes & Line-up:
Wednesday, 4 November: Paardeberg

Dragonridge, Supernova MCC 2018
Intellego, Kolbroek Syrah 2017
Babylon’s Peak, Cinsault 2018
Lammershoek, Die Harde Blaar – Hárslevelü 2017
Sadie Family Wines, Treinspoor Tinta Barocca 2019
Wightman & Sons, A&B’s Blend 2019
FRAM, Shiraz 2019

Friday, 6 November: Paardeberg

AA Badenhorst, Ramnasgras Cinsault 2019
David & Nadia, Aristargos 2018
City on a Hill, White 2016
RALL, Verdelho Skin Contact 2019
Swerwer, Red Blend 2019
Blacksmith, Helix Sémillon 2019
Leeuwenkuil, Grenache Noir 2016

Wednesday, 11 November: Kasteelberg

Swartland Winery, Idelia Red Blend 2017
Renosterbos, Tinta Barocca 2019
Nativo, White 2019
Aspoestertjie, Colombard 2018
Mullineux, Schist Syrah Roundstone 2016
Pulpit Rock, Stories Cinsaut 2019
Allesverloren, Fine Old Vintage 2013

Friday, 13 November: Kasteelberg and Piketberg

Porseleinberg, Syrah 2016
Riebeek Valley Wine Company, RAAR Marsanne 2018
Kloovenburg, Eight Feet Red 2017
MARRAS, Chenin Blanc 2020
Wildehurst, Viognier 2019
Org de Rac, Merlot 2018
Winkelshoek Wynkelders, Cape Vintage 2017
TESTALONGA, El Bandito Skin Contact 2019

Details:

Dates: 4, 6, 11 & 13 November 2020
Time: 18h30 – 19h30 (SAST)
Venue: Zoom – We’ll send you a unique link to join

For more info, click here.

Mellasat Summer Picnic
2020-10-26 11:00 - 2021-01-31 17:00 | Mellasat Vineyards, Keerweder Road, Klein Drakenstein, Paarl, 7646, South Africa
This summer, come and relax and laze on our lawns with a gourmet picnic for two. Mellasat Vineyards just below the Du Toitskloof pass is the perfect off-the-beaten-track spot to enjoy a picnic.
Details:

TIME: 11:00 am
COST: R479
VENUE: Mellasat Vineyards, Keerweder Road, Klein Drakenstein, Paarl
DATES: Monday, 26 October 2020 to Sunday, 31 January 2021

Mellasat Summer Picnic for two at R479.00.
Includes a Selection of Cheese, grilled Chicken pâté, Lentil Bobotie Parcels, Herbed Potato wedges and tomato dip, Charcuterie, marinated Olives, Garden Salad and more) and a bottle of wine, either Seraphic or Revelation, from our Dekker’s Valley Range.
Monday to Saturday 11h00 – 15h00
Sundays & Public Holidays 11h00 – 15h00
Booking essential. For reservations and enquiries contact Mellasat Vineyards on 021 862 4525 or send an email to ta*********@******at.com.

WineX – Online
2020-10-26 - 2020-11-09
RMB WineX 2020 was always going to be a different experience…
Since 2000 South Africa’s favourite wine show has always been about sampling the country’s finest wines, engaging with our most talented producers, discovering the wonderful stories behind the labels. And 2020 is no different… Except that this year it’s all happening in the comfort of your own home.
RMB WineX has always been about innovation: it started life as the country’s first consumer-driven wine show. Every year since then it evolved, setting new standards, creating new ways for the country’s finest winemakers to engage with the ever-growing wine market in Gauteng.
COVID-19 has made it impossible for us all to gather under one roof. However, out of this disruption, traditional values have produced innovative ideas. Since you cannot come to RMB WineX, the show will come to you.
Any time from 9 November until the end of the year, gather your friends and family for WINE IN YOUR OWN TIME. You will be able to connect via the RMB WineX website to the Tasting Room for a three-minute clip, succinct but timeless, presented by each producer and designed to add a personal touch to your home tasting experience.
So invite your friends, explore the 2020 Wineries List, buy the wines and line up your glasses.
RMB WineX 2020 WINE IN YOUR TIME. The 2020 Wine List will be online from 26 October. The Tasting Room opens on 9 November. Your own hand-picked crowd. Your own wine and dine time. Fun and Fascinating. Cheers!

Cape Wine Masters Drinking Window Two – Online
2020-10-21
Six winemakers over six dates with six wines in their perfect drinking window presented by Cape Wine Masters.
The subscription fee is R1595 and this includes the six virtual Zoom tastings and the six featured wines.
Details:

5th November 2020 – Shannon Vineyards Mount Bullet Merlot 2017 – Danielle le Roux CWM & James Downes
12th November 2020 – Naude Wines White Blend 2006 – Francois Bezuidenhout CWM & Ian Naude
19th November 2020 – Eenzaamheid Cinsaut 2017 – Lizette Tolken CWM & Janno Briers-Louw CWM
26th November 2020 – Mont Blois Groot Steen Chenin Blanc 2016 – Derek Ramsden CWM & Nina-Mari Bruwer CWM
3rd December 2020 – The Fledge & Co Fume Blanc 2017 – Debi van Flymen CWM & Leon Coetzee
10th December 2020 – Cederberg Shiraz 2015 – Conrad Louw CWM & David Niewoudt

Delivery included in South Africa.
Shipping Date 30th October 2020
Additional information

Age restriction
No under 18s
Refund policy
No refunds

Wine on the River – Robertson
2020-10-09 - 2020-10-10 | Corner Voortrekker & Reitz Street Robertson, Reitz St & Voortrekker Street, Robertson, 6705, South Africa
Satisfy your wanderlust and take a journey to the country on the scenic Route 62. Robertson Wine Valley is celebrating its 14th Wine on the River festival in partnership with Nedbank on 9 – 11 October 2020.
On this weekend the most talented winemakers, innovative craftspeople and inspiring chefs from the area will be congregating on Goudmyn Farm off the R317, to treat festival goers to over 25 wine farms to showcase the best fine wines.
Book your seat at this years’ Wine Theatre and be entertained by hosts, Jon Meinking and Wanda Cronje, for unique wine tastings and food pairing experiences that will satiate your senses. Use your wine tasting coupons to discover new wines on show and stock up on your favorites at the wine boutique shop. Treat yourself with a Connoisseurs ticket and be a VIP for a day in the Nedbank Lounge inclusive of all sorts of goodies and treats.
Meander through stalls that will showcase local produce, artisanal fare and all sorts of beautiful keepsakes, while listening to live music. A dedicated children’s area will offer activities for all ages. The popular boat cruise will offer leisurely river trips or book a wine safari ride to take you to nearby farms. A glamping package is on offer inclusive of tickets, transport, wine and more.
Tickets available from Howler and will be launched in March 2020!
More info on accommodation, transport and wine theatre bookings visit www.wineonriver.com or contact the organizers’ on 023 626 3167 ad***@*****************ey.com.
For more information, click here.

Constantia Glen 5km breakfast fun walk/run through the vineyards
2020-10-04 | Constantia Glen wine estate, Constantia Main Rd, Constantia, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7806, South Africa
Constantia Glen 5km breakfast fun walk/run through the vineyards Lace-up your sneakers and kick start your day with a 5km breakfast fun run/walk which winds its way through the picturesque Constantia Glen wine estate this Sunday, 4 October.
The Constantia Glen route takes you on a 5km run or walk from the tasting room amidst the budding vineyards and up and down the rolling hills of the farm.
All participants receive a glass of Cap Classique and a coffee along with a delicious breakfast of a scrambled egg croissant with bacon, salmon or avocado at the finish.
The trail run starts at 08h30. Entries are priced at R200 per person and R120 for children. Tickets are limited so booking is essential at https://www.quicket.co.za/events/117227-5km-breakfast-fun-run/#/
Diary listing information:

Date: Sunday 4 October 2020
Start time: 08h30
Location: Constantia Glen wine estate
Price: R200 for adults and R120 for kids

Booking exclusively online through Quicket.
The Constantia Glen tasting room is open from Mondays to Thursdays between 10h00 and 17h00, Fridays and Sundays 10h00 until 18h00 and Saturdays 10h00 until 20h00. Book via http://www.constantiaglen.com
to avoid disappointment.
Issued by: GC Communications
Contact: Shannon Petersen
Tel: +27 +21-462 0520
Email: sh*****@*******co.za

Cheezy Fijnwyn Festival – Pretoria
2020-10-03 | Shokran Events Venue, Plot 99 Pretoria, GT 0056 ZA, South Africa
The Fijnwyn wine festival has been established as one of Pretoria’s favorite calendar events for any wine lover. The idea of the festival was to bring the Cape to Gauteng.
Shokran is a unique events venue situated in a tranquil farm setting amid pecan nut and almond plantations only 12km from Woodlands Boulevard.
It is the ideal setting for families to enjoy a day where they will feast their senses on wine, food, and music.
In 2019 we had 4 festivals throughout the year. We have a variety of boutique wine estates which include Vrede & Lust, Louis 57, Beyerskloof and many more. Come and enjoy delicious food & wine pairing and spend some quality time with family & friends.
Be sure to book your tickets in advance as many of our festivals have been sold out.
Details:

Date: 3 October 2020
Venue: Shokran Events Venue, Plot 99, Pretoria, GT 0056 ZA

CWG Final Pre-Auction Tasting – Stellenbosch
2020-10-02 17:00 - 21:00 | Spier Conference Centre, R310 Baden Powell Dr, Spier Wine Farm, Stellenbosch, 7603, South Africa
The Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild Final Pre-Auction Tasting offers wine lovers a final preview of the wines crafted exclusively for the 2020 Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild Auction.
Join us for a glass of bubbly and canapés from 17:00 before sitting down for the formal tutored tasting at 18:00. Sample exceptional wines with a creative edge and great diversity of styles presented formally by the winemakers.
Please note that no persons under the age of 18 will be allowed.
The Auction is open to the public and takes place on Saturday, 3 October 2020 at Spier Wine Estate, Stellenbosch.
Details:

Date: Friday, October 2, 2020
Start Time: 17:00 for 18:00
End Time: 21:00
Venue: Spier Conference Centre, Stellenbosch
Cost: R800 per person – Bookings via Webtickets – to open 1st August 2020

Robertson Slow Food & Wine Festival
2020-08-07 - 2020-08-10
Satisfy your wanderlust this long weekend, and head out to the country on the scenic Route62. Explore a wealth of history and authentic wine experiences at the Robertson Wine Valley’s 12th annual Slow Food & Wine Festival. The Slow festival takes place from 7 – 10 August 2020 at various wineries and tourism establishments.
Celebrate the unique food and wine offerings and rediscover the romance and magic of wintertime. Warm-up in front of the fireplace with red wines and indulge your taste buds with hearty country cuisine using local produce. Indulge in diverse food traditions from vetkoek, curries and waterblommetjie soup to seafood paella, Chinese duck and ostrich and kudu inspired dishes. From fine dining and gourmet offerings to farm-style platters and picnics.
Explore wine farms with underground cellar tours, game drives, horse rides, and boat cruises. #Tastethelifestyle with an array of local produce and award-winning wines by joining cooking classes and intimate winemaker’s dinners. This year’s festival also offers a wide variety of tasting opportunities from a single vineyard and vertical tastings, to brandy pairings, tutored Méthode Cap Classique master classes and food and wine pairings. Festival-goers will be able to interact with winemakers and wine farmers in an informal setting, experience the intricate winemaking process and discover the story behind the bottle. Traditional dishes will be paired with award-winning vintages.

Free State Wine Show – Bloemfontein
2020-08-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Bloemfontein, South Africa
Dates: Friday and Saturday 31 July and 1 August 2020
Location: Bloemfontein
Time: 17h00 to 20h00
Ticket Price:
Group bookings of 6 or more: R180 per person. Price valid until the night before the Wine Show opens.
Online sales until 17h00 each night of the show: R200 pp
At the door: R220pp
Ticket price includes unlimited tastings and wine tasting glass. No under 18s. No babies or prams.
Tickets can be bought online and at the door subject to availability. Shop@Show presents an excellent opportunity to order wines at great prices – either on the night or online for a week longer – with the added convenience of delivery to your door.
For more information, call 011 482 5936.

Free State Wine Show
2020-07-31 17:00 - 2020-08-01 20:00
Ticket price and bookings: TBC Early Bird bookings made by Sunday 26 July. Thereafter and at the door, (includes unlimited tastings and wine tasting glass).
Tickets can be bought online and at the door subject to availability. Shop@Show presents an excellent opportunity to order wines at great prices – either on the night or online for a week longer – with the added convenience of delivery to your door.
For more information, call 011 482 5936 or click here.

Knysna Oyster Festival
2020-06-26 - 2020-07-05
Oyster enthusiasts, fitness fanatics and lovers of the good life diarise these dates now and start planning the best 10 days of your winter!
The Knysna Oyster Festival will take place from 26 June – 5 July 2020 in Knysna, the heart of the Garden Route.
South Africa’s premium sport and lifestyle festival will once again offer a program of unique events for sports lovers, families and adventurers, with abundance activities spread over ten days. There will be no shortage of fun, and a chance to experience one of the most beautiful, scenic areas in the country.

Christmas in Winter – Tulbagh
2020-06-20 10:00 - 2020-06-21 17:00 | Church Street & Various Venues – Tulbagh, South Africa
Tulbagh celebrates Christmas in Winter. The village is decorated with lights and Christmas trees. The restaurants offer traditional Christmas Dinners. Join in for a trial run through the vineyards or weather permitting a scenic tractor trip up Oudekloof Pass. Visit the arts and craft stalls in Historic Church Street. Craft Beer, handcrafted cheese, olives, and Belgium chocolates will tempt the taste buds. Take a drive through the Valley and visit the wine estates for wine tasting, activities, children’s entertainment and festive fare. There are sports bars to watch the rugby for the dads. A fun weekend for the whole family!
For more info, click here.
Details:

Location: Church Street & Various Venues – Tulbagh
Tickets: R100 per person & R25 for a wine glass for wine tasting.
Children: 13 – 17: R60
Children 12 & younger: FREE

Trophy Wine Show Tasting – Cape Town
2020-06-11 17:00 - 21:00 | CTICC (Cape Town International Convention Centre), Convention Square, 1 Lower Long Street, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Wines presented at the Public Tastings are all either silver, gold or trophy medal winners which have excelled in the Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show competition.
The wines were judged ‘blind’ (labels unseen) by a panel of judges chaired by South Africa’s wine authority Michael Fridjhon. All judges are esteemed international and local wine personalities.
Trophy-winning wines at the public tasting will include Best Red, Best White, Discovery of the Show (Best Value) and the International Judges’ Trophy award. All wines are available to order on the night at the Makro pop-up store at show prices and light meals and refreshments are also on sale.
Cape Town

Date: Thursday 11 June 2020
Venue: CTICC (Ballroom, Level 1), Convention Square, 1 Lower Long Street, Cape Town
Time: 17h00 to 21h00
Tickets: Group discount for 6 or more R180pp, for tickets bought by 10 June. Online R200 pp. At the door R220.
Parking: Secure underground parking available in CTICC Parkade

Trophy Wine Show Tasting – Johannesburg
2020-06-10 21:00 | Sandton Convention Centre, Maude Street, Sandton, Johannesburg Gauteng, South Africa
Wines presented at the Public Tastings are all either silver, gold or trophy medal winners which have excelled in the Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show competition.
The wines were judged ‘blind’ (labels unseen) by a panel of judges chaired by South Africa’s wine authority Michael Fridjhon. All judges are esteemed international and local wine personalities.
Trophy-winning wines at the public tasting will include Best Red, Best White, Discovery of the Show (Best Value) and the International Judges’ Trophy award. All wines are available to order on the night at the Makro pop-up store at show prices and light meals and refreshments are also on sale.

Johannesburg

Date: Wednesday 10 June 2020
Venue: Sandton Convention Centre (Bill Gallagher Room), Maude Street, Sandton
Time: 17h00 to 21h00
Tickets: Group discount for 6 or more R180pp, for tickets bought by 9 June. Online R200 pp. At the door R220.
Parking: Secure underground parking available at the convention centre and neighbouring parkades

Riebeek Valley Olive Festival
2020-05-09 08:00 - 2020-05-10 17:00 | Olive Cafe, Kasteel Street, Riebeeck Kasteel, 7307, South Africa
In celebration of the good olive harvest, charming towns Riebeek Kasteel and Riebeek West host the popular annual Riebeek Valley Olive Festival. Nestled snuggly at the foot of the Kasteelberg Mountain, the valley, known for its array of fine produce, comes alive and opens its doors and hearts to the outside world. Experience an abundance of olives, wine, our local, eclectic culture, and great food.
We have an array of masterclasses in olive oil tasting, wine appreciation, long table lunches and lots more.
The R150 Weekend Passport ensures 2-day access to all the participating venues, a branded wine glass memento, and 3 wine tastings.
Masterclasses and long tables are not included in the passport. Space is limited and booking essential.
There is no other place to be on the 9 & 10th of May than right here, with us, in the Riebeek Valley.

Juliet Cullinan Wine Festival – Johannesburg
2020-05-05 17:00 - 2020-05-06 21:30 | Summer Place, 69 Melville Rd, Hyde Park, Johannesburg, 2196, South Africa
UNVEIL SENSORY, TIMELESS TREASURES AND INDULGE IN THE SECRETS OF THE VINE
Each winery featured in the superior Juliet Cullinan Standard Bank Wine Festival is handpicked for its quality and distinction. By showcasing small, exclusive boutique wineries, we provide a forum for interaction between wine lovers and talented cellar masters. The Juliet Cullinan Standard Bank Wine Festival is the longest-running and most prestigious wine festival in South Africa. Visitors to the event can expect unsurpassed social interaction with the country’s top cellar masters and producers in an up-market, intimate venue.
The 30th Juliet Cullinan Standard Bank Wine Festival will be held at Summer Place, Sandton, South Africa, on the 5th and 6th of May 2020 from 17h00 to 21h30.
R220 online at Webtickets and R240 at the door.

South African Cheese Festival – Stellenbosch
2020-04-25 - 2020-04-27 | Sandringham Farm, Sandringham Road Stellenbosch, Cape Town, 7600, South Africa
Escape to SA’s favorite outdoor culinary festival over the long weekend! Discover an exciting selection of cheeses, including well-known local and international brands and unique artisanal creations. Experience an incredible range of products that complements cheese perfectly – from wine to beer, gin and bubbly … plus #CapeMade and #Alternatives unique to the #SACheeseFest. Enjoy live music concerts and relax with your #festivalfriends to complete a perfect day out!
Don’t miss this award-winning festival experience – tickets sell out before the festival starts (no tickets at the gate)! *AAXO Best Exhibition in Africa, Cape Winelands Festival of the Year, Die Burger Readers’ Choice Top 3 Festivals.
The 19th SA Cheese Festival will take place from Saturday 25 April to Monday 27 April 2020 at Sandringham Estate outside Stellenbosch.
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For more information contact Agri-Expo tel 021 975 4440 or ad***@*********co.za.

Pinotage & Biltong Festival – Paarl
2020-04-18 11:00 - 2020-04-19 16:00 | Perdeberg Winery, Vryguns Farm Windmeul, Paarl, 7624, South Africa
Join us for everyone’s favorite annual “local is lekker” celebration where we celebrate two of South Africa’s iconic products.
Dates and Times:

Western Cape
Sat, 18 & Sun, 19 April 2020 from 11h00-16h00.

Venue: Perdeberg Winery, Paarl.
Dress Code: Purple and White.
Tickets: www.plankton.mobi. from 17 February 2020. Tickets on-line @ R250 pp. R300 at the gate. VIP tickets: R500 pp. Under 18’s enter free.
Gauteng dates to follow.

Mpumalanga Wine Show – Nelspruit
2020-04-03 17:00 - 2020-04-04 21:00 | Emnotweni Casino, Emnotweni Arena, Riverside Park Ext. 1, Nelspruit, South Africa
Details

Date: Friday and Saturday 3 & 4 April 2020
Location: Emnotweni Arena, Riverside Park Ext. 1, Nelspruit
Time: 17h00 to 21h00
Ticket price: TBC

Early Bird bookings made by Sunday 29 March. Thereafter and at the door (includes unlimited tastings and wine tasting glass). Emnotweni Rewards Cardholders are entitled to instant discounts, from 10% upwards.
Refreshments for sale at the show.
The 11th Mpumalanga Wine Show takes place at the Emnotweni Arena on Friday and Saturday 3 and 4 April 2020.
Lowveld wine lovers should make it a date night for an evening of great wine tastings. Connect with winemakers or their marketing representatives while tasting an array of more than 250 of South Africa’s best wines – all available for both sampling and purchase via Shop@Show.
The full line-up of exhibitors and their wines can be viewed closer to the time of the show. These will represent some of the A-Z of top SA wineries, reflecting a diversity of wines spanning many different South African regions.
Located only 4 hours from Johannesburg, the Mpumalanga Wine Show is also a good reason for Gautengers to ‘make a weekend of it’ and visit the sunshine province.
The Regional Wine Shows (Eastern Cape, Mpumalanga, Capital City, and Free State) are directed by SA wine authority Michael Fridjhon and presented by OutSorceress Marketing, organizers of the country’s premier national and regional wine festivals.
For more information, call 011 482 5936.
Tickets not for sale to under 18s. No entry to under 18s, babies, and prams. Drink responsibly.

Stellenbosch Street Soiree
2020-03-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Drostdy Street, Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch Central, Stellenbosch
Held every second Wednesday between November and March, the pop-up Stellenbosch Soirees promise wine and food experiences that capture the very best of life in the region: great wine, brilliant company, food, music, and a laidback country vibe.
Proudly presented by Visit Stellenbosch in association with Stellenbosch Wine Routes, each soiree celebrates a different selection of wine cellars, with stalls, food vendors and live music adding to the festivities.
Elmarie Rabe, Manager for the Stellenbosch Wine Routes, says: “Stellenbosch’s midweek Soirees are a highlight on our calendar. Drostdy Street is closed off to traffic, creating a safe and vibrant space for people to enjoy our historic town.”
“We have a wonderful mix of local wines and delicious food. Surrounding restaurants, galleries and shops throw open their doors, which makes for a magical atmosphere. It’s a great way to spend a balmy summer evening – and probably the best way for visitors to experience the spirit of the Winelands.”
Entry to the event is free, but R150 buys you a tasting glass and 12 wine tasting tokens, which can be used to sample some of Stellenbosch’s finest vintages (additional tokens are on sale on the night). Or buy a bottle to take home or enjoy your meal when you go for dinner at one of the local restaurants after the soiree.
Make a note of the following Stellenbosch Street Soiree dates for the upcoming season:
2020 dates:

11 March
25 March

Children welcome!
The event is weather dependent – check the Street Soiree Facebook page – @STBStreetSoirees for last-minute Soiree news and updates.

Cabernet Harvest Celebration – Stellenbosch
2020-03-21 12:00 - 17:00 | Rust en Vrede Restaurant, Annandale Rd, Stellenbosch, 7600, South Africa
In celebration of the harvest, the Stellenbosch Cabernet Collective (SCC) will host an event of particular magnificence on the private lawns of the iconic Stellenbosch estate, Rust en Vrede, on the 21st March 2020. The Harvest Celebration marks the launch of a new campaign bringing forward integration between Stellenbosch and its most renowned varietal. In the context of South African wine the two are synonymous: to love Stellenbosch is to love Cabernet, and to love Cabernet is to love Stellenbosch. The Stellenbosch Cabernet Collective invites proponents of the varietal to join in the inaugural celebration.
Under the iconic 300 year Oak trees, guests will enjoy an inspired harvest-themed lunch – prepared by Executive Chef, Fabio Daniel, from the renowned Rust en Vrede Restaurant and complimented by an exclusive selection of Cabernet Sauvignon magnum bottles from the 29 SCC members. Hosted by some of the most highly regarded Winemakers in the industry, the day promises a bespoke food and wine experience in a relaxed atmosphere with the legends of Cabernet.
Each of the 29 Stellenbosch Cabernet Collective member wineries has specially selected vintages from their collections to be poured throughout the afternoon, all in magnum format. Most of these wines have been specially bottled for the occasion and member winemakers will be there to engage with the guests and informally converse about the wines on offer.
“We wanted an opportunity to show like-minded Cabernet lovers what Stellenbosch has to offer, in a way that really allows them the opportunity to show their best- whilst relaxing in an informal setting with delicious food and fantastic company!”, says Christo le Riche, Chairman of the Stellenbosch Cabernet Collective. “We have such a special terroir in Stellenbosch for crafting world-class Cabernets, and many of our wines are achieving international acclaim. We hope that through our combined efforts we can see Stellenbosch Cabernet taking its place amongst the best in the world. Some of the magnums we will be pouring at this lunch have been made especially for this event and will never be seen again if you needed more of a reason to join us”, he continues.
The event kicks off at 12h00 on Saturday 21st March 2020. Tickets cost R950 per person and include live music, a 3-course family-style lunch and a wide variety of fantastic Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignons all afternoon. Tickets go on sale on the 03rd December via quicket.co.za and are regrettably limited. Love Stellenbosch, love Cabernet.
To buy tickets online, click here.

Cabernet Barrel Tasting – Stellenbosch
2020-03-11 18:00 - 2020-03-12 20:00 | Waterford Estate, Upper Blaauwklippen Rd, Helderberg Rural, 7600, South Africa
Stellenbosch Cabernet Collective is proud to bring you 2 evenings of fine wine at the Toyota US Woordfees Barrel Tasting hosted by Waterford Estate. On the 11th and 12th March from 6 – 8 pm, guests will have the opportunity to taste straight out of the barrels from participating Stellenbosch wineries. Each winery will also have their current vintage of Cabernet to taste. Tickets cost R395 per person. This is a wonderful opportunity for guests to taste special wines straight out of the barrel! Tickets available at Computicket.
Get your tickets here.

The Cabernet Franc Carnival – Paarl
2020-03-09 11:00 - 16:00 | Vrede en Lust Estate, Intersection R45 and Simondium-Klapmuts Roads, Franschhoek Wine Route, Simondium, 7670, South Africa
The Cabernet Franc Carnival is a niche event, which took place at Stellenbosch-based winery, Avontuur Estate over the last five years. From 2020 the Carnival moves to Vrede en Lust Estate between Franschhoek and Paarl on Saturday, 9 May from 11h00-16h00.
Around 350 fans rock up to taste, buy and enjoy some of the country’s best examples of this varietal, produced by a passionate group of producers who do it for the “love of the wine”!
Once again the Top 6 of the 2020 Cabernet Franc Challenge will be offered in a tutored tasting set-up.
Tickets are R275 each online and R300 at the door, which includes a branded wine glass and an R60 food coupon to spend at the eateries present at each event.
Ticket sales open on www.plankton.mobi. on 24 February 2020.

Elgin Winter Festival
2020-03-07 19:00 - 23:00
An event not to be missed, Grabouw Animal Welfare and Mike McCully bring to you the 80’s Flashback!
It takes place at the famous Elgin Railway Market.
Tickets are R150 per adult and R80 for children under 12.
Food Vendors will be open as well as the bar.
DETAILS
Date: 7 March 2020
Time: 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Cost: R150
Phone: +27 (0)21 204 1158
Venue: Elgin Railway Market, Oak Avenue, Grabouw, Western Cape 7180, South Africa
Check out the website here.

Paarl Harvest Celebration
2020-03-07
Paarl and Wellington in the Drakenstein region are very privileged to host the ABSA Cape Epic mountain bike stage race once again in 2020. This prestigious race will take place in the middle of the harvest season and the timing has necessitated the decision by the Paarl Wine Route not to present the annual Paarl Harvest Celebration this year. The event will, however, return in March 2021. We would like to encourage wine lovers to keep up to date with other wine events in the area by following us on social media @VisitPaarl.
