Wednesday, 1 February, 2017
Steenberg Vineyards
Steenberg Harvest 2017
New to the team this year is Ernie, our concrete egg-shaped fermentation tank. We will be using this tank mainly for our Steenberg Rattlesnake Sauvignon Blanc to add more texture and mouthfeel.
“The thermodynamics of these concrete eggs essentially assist in the oxygenation and fluidity of the wines, resulting in longer lees contact while protecting the delicate flavour profiles inherent in our cool climate grapes,” says cellarmaster JD Pretorius.
While still in the experimental stage, be sure to look out for the 2017 vintage once it is released towards the end of the year.
Lunch Special at Catharina's Restaurant
Catharina's has launched a value-for-money 2 or 3 course lunch special with 2 choices per course. As a starter, choose between Chicken Caesar Salad or Mushroom Risotto. For your main course, choose between Sirloin Steak or Seafood Linguini and for dessert, indulge in a Rooibos Crème Brûlée or Trio of Sorbet.
Enjoy this menu at R165 for 2 courses or R195 for 3 courses. This special is valid for lunch only from Monday - Saturday until 30 November 2017.
To book, please email reservations@catharinasrestaurant.co.za or call +27.217137178.
Menu may change without notice due to availability | No vouchers / further discounts may be used in conjunction with our specials | Available Monday to Saturday from 12h00 - 15h00.
Valentine's Day at Catharina's Restaurant
Spoil your loved one with a romantic 5 course dinner at Catharina's Restaurant on the 14th of February.
Chef Archie Maclean has created a menu with wonderful flavours and delectable ingredients. Enjoy oysters and bubbly on arrival followed by courses of Foie Gras, Norwegian Salmon, Beef Fillet and two dessert courses focused on Strawberry and Chocolate. End off with Coffee and Petit Fours.
The price per head is R1250 with wine pairing and R1000 without wine pairing. To book, please email reservations@catharinasrestaurant.co.za or call +27.217137178.
Cellar Door Specials for February
This Valentine's Day, drink pink! Our Steenberg Rosé 2016 is the perfect pink partner for your celebrations and is on special this February at a 20% discount for R64 per bottle.
For our Wine Club Members, enjoy the newly released Steenberg The Black SwanSauvignon Blanc 2016 at a 20% discount for R144 per bottle.
Interested in joining our Wine Club? Have a look at all the benefits here. Please note that these specials are only valid for the month of February and are not available on our Online Wine Shop.
Steenberg Spa February Special
For the Valentine's Month of February; unwind with your loved one by booking our Couples Romantic Indulgence Treatment at Steenberg Spa. On arrival, relax in a jet bath while enjoying bubbly and strawberries followed by a 90 minute couples massage.
Duration: 110 minutes | Cost: R2300 per couple | This offer is valid from 1 - 28 February 2017.
Steenberg Hotel in the leafy Constantia Valley is an ideal spot to base yourself during your holiday stay in the Cape. With close proximity to the Cape Town City Centre, you have the option of quiet relaxation or popping into the city to experience the hustle and bustle.
There is plenty to see and do in what many people are calling the "Constantia Valley Revival." This is due to the surge of new lifestyle experiences popping up in the valley.
In addition to the facilities located on Steenberg Farm; drive along the wine route to experience new restaurants at Beau Constantia and at the top of Constantia Nek with world-class wines to match. For something a bit more strenuous, ride one of the many mountain bike routes along the mountain and green belt or take part in acrobranching through the tree canopies.
Pop over the mountain to visit the African penguins at Boulder's Beach or stroll through the cultural suburb of Kalk Bay. The options seem endless with a perfect balance of activities for all ages and interests.
A Taste of Tapas at Home
Treat yourself at home with Chef Kerry Kilpin's recipe for Smoked Pork and Manchego Croquettes. Pair this dish with a glass of Steenberg Semillon for an extra special meal.
Ingredients for the filling (makes 24 croquettes)
50g butter | 1 small onion finely chopped | 80g flour | 250ml milk | 150g finely chopped bacon | 50g manchego cheese (substitute: parmesan) | 50g pecorino | 1 tsp Dijon mustard | 20ml cream | 250g potatoes: boiled and mashed
Ingredients for the coating
2 large eggs | 50g flour | 140g panko bread crumbs | sunflower oil for frying
To make the croquettes, melt the butter in a medium saucepan and gently fry the onion and bacon for 3 minutes or until lightly coloured. Stir in the flour and cook for 30 seconds. Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly, and cook over a low heat for 5 minutes until thick and glossy. Stir in both cheeses, mustard and cream and season to taste. Cook for 1 minute more until the cheese melts, stirring constantly.
Add the mashed potato and allow to set in the fridge. It should firm up nicely once cold.
- Take heaped teaspoons of the mixture and, with wet hands, roll into 24 small oval shapes and put on a tray. Place in the freezer overnight.
- When ready to fry; beat the eggs for the coating in a shallow bowl, put the flour on a plate and half of the bread crumbs in a bowl.
- Roll the croquettes in the flour, followed by egg and lastly in the bread crumbs to coat. Place on a baking tray.
- Heat up your oil in a deep fat fryer to 180 degrees. Fry the croquettes until nicely golden.
- Serve with whole grain mustard and mayonnaise. Enjoy!
Constantia Fresh
This year's Constantia Fresh event is taking place on 25 February at Buitenverwachting Wine Farm. Tickets are all inclusive at R550 per person and are available from our Tasting Room.
Purchase a ticket from us and go into a draw to win a voucher for six Flagship Wine Tastings! Visit us or contact Dan Perrins on +27.217132211 or wineclub@steenbergfarm.com to purchase tickets.
New Vintages of Steenberg Semillon, Steenberg The Black SwanSauvignon Blanc and Steenberg Echo Red Blend are now available! Visit our wine shop.
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