From Russia with love

Vodka is Russia's gift to the world. Over centuries they have perfected the art and are happy to share it. Now South Africans can also enjoy Russian Standard Vodka, just recently launched in our

Waterkloof’s new red trio under Circumstance label

Waterkloof Wine Estate consider the 2009 harvest one to remember. Out of this harvest they created the Circumstance trio: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah. Read more here...

South African wine farms a first for Google Street View

Google Street View first became popular among locals and foreigners during the World Cup 2010. Now South Africa's beautiful wine farms are among the first in the world to be featured on this unique

More romantic restaurants

Forget the wilted roses and cheesy card. The way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, and few are the women who won’t go weak at the knees for an intimate dinner.

Celebrate romance with a Valentine's dinner at a top-class wine estate

Treat your sweetheart to a heavenly meal at one of these 10 winelands restaurants offering fantastic Valentine's specials.

Wine farms to picnic at this Valentine's Day

Come intertwine amongst the vine with your loved one this Valentine's Day. Spoil yourselves with a picnic and some great wine and head out to the winelands for some fantastic views and of course, the

22 Wineland Picnic spots

Take your pick from a selection of picnic spots in the winelands - or add your own suggestion!
 
 
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Published on: 15 Apr 09

Rhebokskloof Private Cellar, Paarl

This wine farm with its elegant Cape Dutch buildings, willow-shaded lakes and vineyards provides a beautiful setting, and also offers a choice of venues for ceremonies and receptions.
 
Published on: 15 Apr 09

Rickety Bridge Winery, Franschhoek

This scenic wine estate comes complete with great ambience, good food and wine, and luxury accommodation on site.
 
Published on: 15 Apr 09

Rockhaven Farm, Elgin

This luxury, contemporarily styled guesthouse set among orchards and olive groves on a working farm in the Elgin Valley offers excellent facilities and personalised service, and can host up to 150 guests.
 
Published on: 15 Apr 09

Royal Hotel, Riebeek West

The Royal, one of South Africa's oldest hotels, is beautifully refurbished and upgraded, and offers a delightful option for a colonial-style wedding in the country.
 
Published on: 15 Apr 09

South Hill Vineyards, Elgin

This modern wine estate in the tranquil Elgin Valley with its apple orchards and vineyards is wonderfully versatile, offering ‘comprehensive possibilities' for a wide variety of requirements and requests.
 
Published on: 15 Apr 09

Steenberg Vineyards, Constantia

This beautiful and historic working wine farm is also home to a fine hotel set amid manicured lawns and vineyards, and the excellent restaurant, Catharina's.
 
Published on: 15 Apr 09

Vrede En Lust, Simondium-Franschhoek

This gorgeous wine estate offers an amazing all-round experience, from its dreamy location amid vineyards and old oaks to the stately architecture of its renovated Cape Dutch buildings, fine cuisine and excellent infrastructure.
 
Published on: 15 Apr 09

Webersburg, Stellenbosch

You're guaranteed a top quality, highly individualised wedding with lots of personal attention at this elegant estate with its Cape Dutch homestead (dating back to 1786) and sophisticated, ultra-modern function venue located behind the historic cellar.
 
Published on: 27 Jan 11

Winelands weddings

The first step to planning a wedding is finding the perfect venue – and none are more romantic than those in the winelands.
 
Published on: 15 Apr 09

Zorgvliet Vineyard Lodge & Spa, Stellenbosch

This wine estate in the spectacularly scenic Banhoek Valley is geared up to providing couples with an ultimate Winelands wedding experience, offering luxury accommodation with a spa among the vineyards and a choice of venues.
 
 
 

Win a romantic dinner for 2 at Mont Rochelle's Mange Tout

Win romantic dinner for 2 people at Mont Rochelle’s fine dining restaurant Mange Tout valued at R600, which includes a bottle of Mont Rochelle wine. For more. [click here]
 
 

Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show 2011

Everything you need to know about this year's Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show. For more. [click here]
 
 

Panel chairman's choice: September 2011

Looking for a personal recommendation? Allan Mullins discusses some of the wines that stood out for him during this month’s blind tasting. For more. [click here]
 
 

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Dario D'Angeli is the long-reigning darling of Jo'burg's fine food aficionados. For more. [click here]