With the release of the highly esteemed 2023 Tim Atkin Report, a definitive benchmark in the world of South African wines, the Bellingham team is thrilled to unveil their long list of worthy awards and accolades.
Drawing inspiration from its heritage and predominant use of dryland-influenced vineyards, wine enthusiasts of Perdeberg Cellar’s trusted classic range are in for a surprise. As of the beginning of September, the range will be on shelves sporting a more elegant look. Maintaining the presence of tradition, the upgraded range of classical wines gives the impression of elegance and quality, yet still at the affordability it has become known for.
At Nederburg’s The Manor, South African heritage isn't only celebrated for one day or one month of the year – it is a consistent theme in the Paarl restaurant’s creative seasonal menus. Even so, the kitchen team led by head chef Linda Trautmann, has prepared an inspired and festive Heritage Day Sunday lunch menu for 24 September (at R335 per person). The freshest locally sourced ingredients take centre stage and there is great variety for the whole family, showing that the flavours of home truly are the most satisfying of all.
Spring is the time of plans and projects, declares Tolstoy in his great love story Anna Karenina. In the same way, love and renewal is the heart of new labels that adorn the wines of beloved winery Klein Roosboom.
The winery is situated among the hills of the premier wine growing region of Durbanville, just minutes from the Cape Town CBD.
On September 1, Klein Roosboom’s classic range relaunched with a completely new, fresh and timeless look. At the same time, the latest vintages of three wines were released.
Standard Bank Private and WineX present SA's most vibrant wine festival
30 August 2023, Johannesburg – Today, Standard Bank Private announced its role as title sponsor of the renowned WineX annual wine festival in Johannesburg. Visitors can look forward to three nights of wine tastings and interactions with award-winning winemakers as the best of the Cape comes to Jozi for the biggest and most vibrant wine event in the Southern Hemisphere. The festival aims to create new stories and great memories with like-minded wine enthusiasts.
A new breeze is in the air; the herald of spring. But there’s something else too and it’s called Eleven. Eleven – the twin of perfect balance and a new sensory experience; Eleven - a culinary exploration and incomparable original soon to be at the heart of South Africa’s gastronomic capital.
For 27 years, Le Riche have made it their business to produce the definitive expression of a Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon, to great acclaim.
From the very beginning, Le Riche have pursued a steadfast dedication to Cabernet Sauvignon, the veritable ‘King of Grapes’. Based in Stellenbosch, the ‘Kingdom of Cabernet’ — South Africa’s prime Cabernet territory — this commitment was optimal, with Cabernet Sauvignon being the backbone on which the famous wine region was built. Stellenbosch’s splendid geographical attributes with an array of elevation, aspects and ancient soils and a Mediterranean climate with maritime influences lie at the core of the excellent quality of Stellenbosch Cabernet.
Cape Town voted best city in the world! Green Point hotel offers an incredible deal
South Africa and Cape Town have been named the best places in the world to travel, voted for by readers of The Telegraph in the United Kingdom.
Yearly readers of the British newspaper vote in significant numbers for their favourite destination and although for the past 10 years, New Zealand was the firm favourite, South Africa has shown that the Rainbow Nation truly has it all. This is the first since 2019 that the awards have been held with COVID-19 hampering travel and ultimate voting.