Discovering Namibian wines
A tour company in Namibia now offers a wine tour as one of its packages. Jeanri-Tine van Zyl goes vine-hunting in the desert.
Published on: 12 Aug 10
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The road less travelled
Take the alternative Du Toitskloof Pass outside Paarl to combine good food with a beautiful drive. By Jeanri-Tine van Zyl.
Published on: 22 Jun 10
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Midlands Meander
The Midlands isn’t sparse on beauty, and with a fine wine stop along the route there is even more reason to visit the Meander. By Jeanri-Tine van Zyl.
Published on: 31 May 10
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Riebeek Kasteel
There is a bright star in the culinary heaven. Jeanri-Tine van Zyl follows it to discover a small town bursting with sensual food and wine offerings.
Published on: 28 Apr 10
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Back to basics
The international trend of a back-to-basics approach to gastronomy has reached Wellington. Emma Odendaal spent the weekend sampling the town's expanding repertoire of wine and fresh produce.
Published on: 20 Apr 10
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Franschhoek to Elgin
Jeanri-Tine van Zyl enjoys a meal in South Africa’s gourmet capital before heading over the mountains for a wine tasting at Oak Valley Estate.
Published on: 20 Apr 10
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Shaken, not stirred in Tulbagh
Eccentric Tulbagh is situated just over an hour’s drive from Cape Town. Having been shaken by a large-scale earthquake in 1969, the town has an interesting story to tell.
Published on: 30 Mar 10
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Get away from it all in Darling and the West Coast
We've all considered leaving the fast lane for the slower pace of small town living. Jeanri-Tine van Zyl visits Darling and the West Coast - just outside Cape Town but a million miles away.
Published on: 01 Mar 10
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Out and about in Cape Agulhas
The district of Cape Agulhas takes its name from Africa’s most southerly point. Most of the vineyards are situated around the village of Elim, originally a Moravian mission settlement founded in 1824.
Published on: 01 Mar 10
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Constantia wine valley
Located only minutes from the centre of town, Constantia is the oldest and one of the most beautiful winemaking areas in South Africa. By Jeanri-Tine van Zyl.
Published on: 18 Jan 10
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Why Plett is attracting wine lovers
Plettenberg Bay is known as a property hotspot for St. Tropez-tanned immigrés. Recently, however, a few intrepid souls have begun planting vines – even on polo fields. Jeanri-Tine van Zyl takes a trip up the Garden Route to investigate.
Published on: 23 Dec 09
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Out and about in the Klein Karoo
The Klein Karoo Wine Route in the Southern Cape is the easternmost wineproducing region in the country, stretching along Route 62 from Montagu in the west to the Langkloof in the east.
Published on: 18 Nov 09
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A visit to Robertson wine valley
Undeniably beautiful, the Robertson wine valley is famous for more than just its wine offerings – especially after the opening of a new deluxe hotel. Jeanri-Tine van Zyl visits.
Published on: 30 Oct 09
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Out and about in Elgin
Traditionally an apple-growing region, this cooler viticultural area is starting to produce wines with exceptional fruit expression, Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir doing particularly well.
Published on: 19 Oct 09
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Simonsig - top MCC producer 2009
A pioneer in Méthode Cap Classique, Simonsig still leads the pack when it comes to locally produced bubbly. This year its Kaapse Vonkel claims first – and second – position in the Amorim Cork Cap Classique Challenge. Jeanri-Tine van Zyl reports.
Published on: 30 Sep 09
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Win A One-Night Stay For Two Sharing At Kurland Luxury Hotel
Enjoy a luxurious stay-over at Kurland Hotel, near the picturesque beach resorts of Plettenberg Bay and Nature's Valley, in the heart of the Garden Route in South Africa. For more. [click here]
Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show 2010
Everything you need to know about this year's Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show.
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Panel chairman's choice: September 2010
This month Christian Eedes looks at wines from Hermanuspietersfontein; Durbanville Hills; Capaia and Rupert & Rothschild. For more. [click here]
Fork
Tapas are a fun way of eating, and they are becoming a more prominent feature of the local culinary landscape. For more. [click here]
I wanted to write an ode to Cyprus. But instead I discovered that I had to discard everything I believed about the island. I went searching for romance and found wine. I went looking for a tasting experience, and had to settle for wine poured into shooter glasses. If I had to write a tasting room review it would’ve gone something like this…
Why the blend is beautiful.
