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Rustenberg Vertical Tastings - John X Merriman, Peter Barlow & more
21 August: Stellenbosch John X Merriman
Vintages: 2002, 2004, 2006, 2007
28 August: Peter Barlow
Vintages: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
4 September: Stellenbosch John X Merriman
Vintages: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2001, 2007
11 September: Stellenbosch Roussanne
Vintages: 2004, 2006, 2008, 2009
18 September: Stellenbosch Chardonnay
Vintages: 2002, 2003, 2007, 2008, 2009
Please call 021 809-1200 for more info
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Korean Air sells Hidden Valley Secret
On May 1st 2010 Hidden Valley Secret 2006 became the first South African wine to be sold on Korean Air in the Sky Shop Wine Club.
This listing was organised by Diverse Flavours (www.diverseflavours.com)
Korean Air is one of the World's largest and most premium airlines flying to over 150 destinations in 45 countries and is ranked in the top 20 airlines in terms of passengers carried. The airline is also ranked as one of the largest duty free sales outlets in the World.
Diverse Flavours was founded in October 2009 to export South African wines, food and beverages.
Based in Cape Town, the company is run by husband and wife team Anthony and Michiko Budd, who have lived on four continents and in five countries: the UK, Japan, Korea, Canada and South Africa.
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De Wetshof gets new web site
De Wetshof is the first winery in South Africa to take advantage of the new wine.co.za custom web site service. The new service allows much more customisation of web sites while still allowing the very quick updates that wine.co.za is famous for. Take a look at www.dewetshof.com to see the finished product!
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Vriesenhof discontinues Talana Hill range
Almost 20 years after its first released vintage in 1988, Vriesenhof Vineyards have decided to discontinue their Talana Hill range in its present form. As a parting gift, purchase the last available vintage, Talana Hill Chardonnay 2007 ( 4 stars in 2010 John Platter) for R390 (x6). First come, first serve basis.
Price includes free delivery in the Cape Town area and free delivery to the rest of South Africa for purchase of 2 cases or more.
Phone: (021) 880 0284 or email: info@vriesenhof.co.za
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Du Toitskloof Wines open new tasting centre
Come experience Du Toitskloof's exciting new tasting room filled with the Best Value for money wines in South Africa. Du Toitskloof Wines, a prominent producer of SA wines is located in a scenically beautiful area near the town of Rawsonville in the Breede River Valley, at the entrance to the spectacular Du Toitskloof Mountain Pass.
We are open:
Weekdays: Mondays - Fridays 08h00 17h00
Weekends: Saturdays 09h00 - 12h30
Sundays closed
Public Holidays open from 09h00 - 16h00
Contact (023) 349-1601
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Anthony Gismondi finds great value in South Africa
Teddy Hall Chenin Blanc Summer Moments 2009
Chenin blanc, or steen as it's called on the Cape, delivers rich nutty, grassy, green apple aromas with juicy, mineral, lemon/passion fruit flavours with a squeeze of guava. This is a fabulous "appetizer" white capable of jump starting any patio party. 88/100 points
http://www.kiwicollection.com/wow-travel/editor/anthony-gismondi
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Great place. Great fun. Great value - Groote Post Vineyard
Winter weekend packages in Darling - June, July and August 2010.
Includes 2 nights B&B at a 4 star guesthouse. A dinner in Darling. A ticket to a Pieter-Dirk Uys show at Evita se Perron. A wine tasting and lunch at historic Groote Post wine farm (Chosen as a Top 10 Al Fresco Restaurant by Eat Out Guide).
R 1 500 all inclusive per person.
50% deposit required. Subject to availability.
Contact Shaun Mc Laughlin
083 325 4148
stay@trinitylodge.co.za
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Grapes gourmet gallery evening at Harvey's Winchester Mansions
Join us for our legendary monthly event showcasing the finest in cuisine, wine, and modern art.
This culinary & visual journey commences with Artwork by Goalgetting, and builds up to a delectable 5 course menu paired with Martin Meinert and Ken Forrester Estate's finest wines.
For reservations please contact (021) 434-2351
Alternatively, e-mail banqueting@winchester.co.za
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Indochine, Asian Fusion restaurant @ Delaire Graff Estate has opened
Flavours are lively, aromatic and robust whilst still maintaining a style of cuisine that is synonymous with good living with produce mainly sourced from organic farms and the on-site greenhouse.
Diners will enjoy afro-slick service delivered with charming warmth. Choose three to four courses from the dynamic menu to fully immerse yourself in the diverse flavours and textures on offer.
Open Monday to Sunday for lunch (12h30 - 14h30) and dinner (18h30 - 21h30)
Contact (021) 885 8160 for bookings.
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Villiera celebrates with Stellenbosch Wine Festival
Stellenbosch Wine Festival 2010: Villiera Bubbly Celebration
Thursday 1 July - Monday, 5 July: Express 1 hour game drives at R75 per person (weather permitting)
Vehicles leave on the hour from 9h00 to 15h00
Pre-book and Pre-pay to secure your place for the rest first come first serve.
Conducted Cap Classique Tasting
Including a range of base wines @ 10h00 (bookings essential)
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Villiera Monro Brut dons the colour purple
The 2005 vintage now sports a regal new label and matching packaging. We have been refining the style and quality of Monro Brut since 1993 when it was launched. It has become a leading Cap Classique and after 12 years we felt it deserved a facelift to better reflect its star quality. The Monro Brut also makes a perfect gift and it is now available in individual gift boxes.
Visit www.villiera.com for more information.
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Watch Live Soccer Games!
The following farms are offering big screens :
Blaauwklippen
Delheim
Bottelary Hills Wine Centre
Webersburg
Jordan
L'Avenir
Spier
Stellenbosch Wine Festival: 1-5 July 2010
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Asara's new a la carte winter menu
Treat yourself to a traditional culinary highlight: Asara chefs will prepare a whole, oven-roasted free-range Stellenbosch farm duck, served with an apple sauce, cinnamon red cabbage and potato dumplings. A steal at R380 for two. Also includes a starter of creamy sauerkraut soup with crispy Serrano ham or a dessert, our lemongrass-infused toffee pudding served with banana nutmeg ice cream and a pear poached in red wine.
For reservations, three days in advance please, contact (021) 888 8000.
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Vilafonte gets 92 points from Wine Spectator - again
The June 30th edition of Wine Spectator soon to be released reveals more good news for the Vilafonte team. The Vilafonte 'Series C' 2006 has been awarded 92 points, making it one of the highest scores for a Bordeaux Blend in South Africa this year. http://bit.ly/bKQ7h0 This adds to the 5 Stars received from the Platter Wine guide. The Vilafonte 'Series M' also scored 91 points.
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Klink! Wines ready to surprise wine lovers
Announcing the release of Klink! wines into the market. These wines have been specifically developed to cater for wine lovers who want high-quality, highly drinkable wines, but also want something affordable enough for everyday drinking. The suggested retail pricing for all the wines (including the red!) are well below R29.99
The bottle presentation is high-quality, heavy glass with screwcaps.
For more information visit the website http://www.klinkwine.com. Trade- & general enquiries welcome.
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WINE.CO.ZA launches newsflashes
WINE.CO.ZA has just launched a new service: newsflashes. South African wine producers, traders, agents, distributors and wine lovers can now publish 'Twitter' type newsflashes via the WINE.CO.ZA site. These newsflashes can be about events they are hosting, tastings they will be presenting, new wines launched, quick updates on harvest etc etc.
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WINE.CO.ZA launches Photo Albums
WINE.CO.ZA has launched a new section of the site that allows wine producers to upload and publish albums of photos to the site.
Just in time to capture the celebrations of the 2010 world cup in all their glory - so get those camera's snapping and upload all your great 2010 moments.
Go to www.wine.co.za/gallery
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