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Opera meets Food & Wine at Simonsig’s Cuvée Restaurant

Escape to the world of opera at Simonsig Estate for a memorable evening of fine food, wine and arias performed by the all-star South African cast of Madama Butterfly at Cuvée Restaurant on Thursday, 5 September 2013. For this special evening in the heart of the Stellenbosch Winelands, Head Chef Lucas Carstens has designed a…

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Changing seasons present new wine drinking possibilities… Grenache!

As we bid fair-well to Summer and winter fast approaches, the need for comforting stews and casseroles  rumbles in our stomachs. While we reluctantly let summer go, I for one prefer the food and wine of winter months purely because it gives us all an opportunity to get stuck into some ballsy, serious reds and…

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Cape Winemakers Guild bursaries for three Stellenbosch University students

The Cape Winemakers Guild has awarded study bursaries to three oenology and viticulture students at Stellenbosch University as part of its ongoing Protégé Programme to further the development of young aspiring winemakers. The Cape Winemakers Guild Billy Hofmeyr SETA Bursary Programme pays tribute to the Guild’s founding chairman, Billy Hofmeyr, who convened the first Guild…

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Taste Exceptional Wines at the Cape Winemakers Guild Auction Showcase

Experience stellar wines with a creative edge and great diversity from some of South Africa’s most lauded winemakers at the Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild Auction Showcase in Cape Town on Thursday, 22 August and Johannesburg on Thursday 29, August, when members of the Guild present their wines to go under the hammer at this year’s…

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Feast of Shiraz & Charcuterie returns to Hartenberg Wine Estate

Kick the cold weather to the curb by revelling in some of South Africa’s finest Syrahs from leading cellars paired with an array of meaty indulgences at the annual Feast of Shiraz & Charcuterie at Hartenberg Wine Estate on Saturday, 1 June 2013. Carl Schultz, celebrated winemaker at Hartenberg, widely regarded as one of South…

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OBiKWA Moscato has the sweet taste of adventure

OBiKWA Moscato 2012 is sure to hit your sweet spot when the crisp autumn air adds that extra little bite to your weekend outings. One of the jewels of the fun-loving, value for money range of varietal wines, OBiKWA Moscato boasts rich, deliciously sweet, fruity muscat flavours and a crisp, clean, sweet finish. OBiKWA Moscato…

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Pongrácz launches singular chocolate pairing at Val de Vie Market, Paarl

Seize the moment and be one of the first to experience an exclusive pairing of Pongrácz and decadent, handmade chocolates, specially crafted for this distinctive Méthode Cap Classique range at The Market at Val de Vie near Paarl on Sunday, 24 March. Visitors will be treated to an exquisite taste experience of three specially fashioned…

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Simonsig rakes in four 90+ ratings from eRobertParker.com

Hitting the high notes Simonsig Estate has clinched  four venerable 90+ ratings from eRobertParker.com affiliated to Wine Advocate, one of the leading wine magazines in the USA. Known for producing superior reds, it is no wonder that the Simonsig Frans Malan Reserve 2008 was given the stamp of approval with a 92 point rating by…

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Chateau de Saint Cosme Gigondas 2010

Chateau de Saint Cosme Gigondas 2010 review with William Hsu Gigondas 2010 is a classic of the estate with three grapes grapes co-fermented for twelve months in a Burgundian cask. (60% Grenache, 20% Mourvedre and 20% Syrah) It is a wine that will age for twenty years.

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Budweiser accused of mislabelling beer and watering it down!

Budweiser began it’s fightback against a $5 million lawsuit in which it is accused of watering down its most popular beers. The ad campaign which launched in 10 newspapers across the United States and on twitter shows canned water the company donated to the American Red Cross charity organisation. The advert does not directly deal…

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House of Mandela Wine launches in the United States

Nelson Mandela’s daughter and grandaughter, have launched the “House of Mandela” range of wine in the US. The family launched their blends of red and white grapes this week during the South Beach Wine and Food Festival. The screw-capped bottles are adorned with an image of a bee, the company’s logo that symbolizes compassion, sharing,…

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