Wine enthusiasts are invited to discover the allure of one of the Mediterranean’s most exciting grape varieties at Vermentino Day, taking place on Saturday, 25 April 2026 at Ayama Wine Farm in the Paarl winelands.
Presented as a collaborative celebration between Morgenster Estate, Ayama and Bacco Estate, this inaugural event brings together three of South Africa’s pioneering Vermentino producers for a vibrant day of tastings, Italian-inspired cuisine and live music, all honouring a varietal that is fast gaining recognition in the Cape.
Set on the slopes of the Paardeberg Mountain, Ayama Wine Farm reflects the seamless meeting of Italian winemaking tradition and South African terroir. Italian-born winemaker Chiara Fabietti says: “The Vermentino planted in South Africa has qualitative characteristics that make it a versatile grape variety for different winemaking styles. It will be exciting to discover them together during the first edition of Vermentino Day.”
Ayama farm
Together, this collaboration presents a compelling narrative of three producers, three regions, one varietal. Vermentino.
Ayama Vermentino
From 10am to 4pm, guests can enjoy a relaxed, festive atmosphere of crisp Vermentino tastings, Italian-style fare and live entertainment in a picturesque winelands setting. With limited space available, early booking is essential.
Italian Style Stalls with different food options will be available
Morgenster Vermentino
Tickets cost R250 per person and include:
- Entrance into the festival area
- Branded fabric wine glass bag
- Branded wine glass
- Tasting of 6 wines from the three producers (2 wines for each producer)
- A portion of crispy polenta sticks with tomato sauce
For more information or to book, visit: https://www.ayama.info/functions-events.