by Greg Landman | Mar 25, 2024 | Uncategorised, wine of the week
The French Huguenots came to Olifantshoek, as Franschhoek was then known, to escape religious persecution in their native France. With them they brought not only their customs and language, their traditions and Protestant religion, but the vines of France which still...
by Greg Landman | Mar 16, 2024 | Uncategorised
High tech is being combined with ancient natural remedies at one of South Africa’s best-known wine farms, where buzzing benefactors are helping to keep the vineyards pest-free. The target of these tiny heroes is mealybugs, which spread a...
by Greg Landman | Mar 11, 2024 | Uncategorised, wine of the week
When the blending components are Zinfandel (62%) and Malbec (38%) you are guaranteed of a stellar Rosé. When the producer happens to be Blaauwklippen in Stellenbosch you know this is going to be a wine everyone will be talking about. Light whole bunch pressing...
by Greg Landman | Mar 4, 2024 | Uncategorised
photographer: @rozannefleet for the sugarbird images. As the world geared up to celebrate World Wildlife Day on March 3, Sugarbird® Cape Fynbos Spirits reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to wildlife conservation with the launch of a special initiative in the...
by Greg Landman | Mar 4, 2024 | Uncategorised, wine of the week
This totally delicious Chardonnay has just been released by Cavalli from their 2023 harvest. Lightly wooded after 10 months in oak barrels, it has a superbly fresh nose with hints of pineapple on the nose and beguiling vanilla on the palate. Superb with...
by Greg Landman | Feb 9, 2024 | Uncategorised
Bruce Jack Sauvignon Blush is the perfect companion for intimate celebrations. Let each glass elevate your Valentine’s Day into a cherished memory. Cheers to the magic of Sauvignon Blush, adding joy to your special moments with delightful notes of rose petal,...
