My Ultimate Summer Sipping Guide
It’s time to slow down, and swop meetings, rush hour traffic and school runs for lazy days on the beach, braais and picnics. And, I have the perfect wine for every summer occasion – but be warned it’s all about Rosé this year…well almost. Lubanzi Wines – Rosé Bubbles I just love Lubanzi’s story. It […]
Six South African Wines for the Winter months 2024
The colder weather is beckoning me to open some good Reds. I have five stellar reds you will want to drink this winter, and a beautiful Sauvignon Blanc for good measure. Arendsig Pinotage A19 (2023) ‘The wine must be a true reflection of our terroir created from our own vineyards. Nurtured, produced and bottled with […]
Eight of my favourite South African Wines for Summer
Whether you will be spending your summer vacation in the bush, on the beach or relaxing at your home, I have the perfect wine for you. I promise these South African wines will not disappoint. Bon Courage I Blush Vin Doux Sparkling wine Located in the heart of the beautiful Robertson valley – renowned for […]
My three favourite South African wines for winter
When it comes to wine I am no connoisseur. I know too little about the multitude of factors that contribute to the perfect terroir or what exactly the whole wine making process asks of those involved, but I am excited to be learning more about wine each day. I may not be a connoisseur, but […]
Why a Wine Dinner at Capito! is a must
We recently had the opportunity to attend one of Capito!’s popular Wine Dinners. Their food and wine pairing evenings have become somewhat of a culinary institution in Pretoria. What makes Capito!’s Wine Dinners unique is that, unlike other wine pairings, they don’t evolve around one wine-farm. Instead, chef Pellie creates dishes and with the help […]
The best SA bubbly for Valentine’s Day
Nothing says romance like a cold glass of bubbly. With Valentine’s Day around the corner, I have rounded up some of the best (and my favourite) South African Cap Classique’s. I am no expert on Cap Classique, but I know when I love something, and I love all these MCC’s. Whether you prefer a sweet […]
