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Published on: 20 Apr 10

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: 30 Mar 10

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: 29 Mar 10

De Grendel tasting room review

Why De Grendel in Durbanville is well worth a visit.
 
Published on: 29 Mar 10

Neil Ellis on producing his outstanding wines

After nearly four decades in the local wine industry, Neil Ellis brings all his experience to bear with his outstanding Cabernet Sauvignon 2007. By Christian Eedes.
 
Published on: 05 Mar 10

Neethlingshof tasting room review

Why Neetlingshof is well worth a visit.
 
Published on: 01 Mar 10

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

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

Kaapzicht wine farm

It's taken three decades but Danie Steytler and family have transformed Kaapzicht from unsung bulk wine producer to one of South Africa's top red wine cellars. Christian Eedes reports.
 
Published on: 01 Mar 10

Dubai? Do buy

Wine lovers might hesitate to visit Dubai, with stringent laws restricting the consumption of alcohol. But Emma Odendaal discovers a city infused with culinary diversity, where the choice of wine available is nothing short of spectacular.
 
Published on: 25 Jan 10

Lourensford tasting room review

Why a visit to Lourensford's tasting room is worth it.
 
 

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