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Verdicchio Restaurant & Wine Cellar

Fourways Central, Gauteng Fine Dining, Greek, Grills, Italian, Mediterranean, Seafood, Vegetarian

Come and experience the ambiance of our vintage inspired Wine Cellar. Enjoy an array of mouth- watering cuisine, an award-winning wine list and 5 star service. Functions and Events ...

96 Winery Road Restaurant

Somerset West, Western Cape Country, Grills, International

96 Winery Road Restaurant opened its doors in May 1996 with the intention of providing sumptuous cuisine set in the rolling hills of the Helderberg in Somerset West. Our inspiration comes from our ...

Balata Restaurant @ The Fairway Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort

Randburg, Gauteng Breakfast, Buffet, Cocktails, Contemporary, Cosmopolitan, Fine Dining, Fusion, Health, International, Light Meals, South African

Hmmm. Lemon and prawn risotto, Braised oxtail in red wine and Sweet chilli glazed free range duck. Sounds mouth-watering? It certainly is! And if you haven’t tried the Malva pudding with toff...

Oude Werf Restaurant

Stellenbosch, Western Cape Bakery / Patisserie, Braai, Breakfast, Cape Malay, Cape Provencale, Cocktails, Game, Grills, Light Meals, South African, Vegetarian

Situated in the oldest hotel in South Africa, on the site of its first church, Oude Werf’s dining history began with the hearty 19th Century country dishes of legendary Hotel owner, Tant Betj...

Avontuur Estate Restaurant

Stellenbosch, Western Cape African, Asian, Breakfast, Cajun, Cape Provencale, Cocktails, Contemporary, Continental, Country, European, Greek, Grills, International, Light Meals, Mediterranean, Mexican, Moroccan, Organic, Seafood, South African, Traditional, Vegan, Vegetarian, Wine bar

Nestled on the magnificent Avontuur Estate along the Stellenbosch Wine Route—between Stellenbosch and Somerset West—Avontuur Estate Restaurant enjoys a breathtaking setting at the foot ...

The Manor Restaurant at Nederburg

Paarl, Western Cape Bistro, Breakfast, Cocktails, Country, Deli, Health, Light Meals, Picnics, Seafood, South African, Tapas, Vegetarian

Come to The Manor restaurant at Nederburg in Paarl, and be enticed by fragrances of cinnamon, star anise, cardamom, fresh ginger, rooibos, buchu and roasted nuts. Or wafts of real classics like hom...

Hussar Grill - Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch, Western Cape Game, Grills, Steakhouse, Vegetarian

The Hussar Grill welcomes you into the world of one of South Africa's premier grill rooms - perfectly aged succulent steaks, delectable house specialities and an amazing award-winning wine sele...

Le Pommier Wine Estate

Stellenbosch, Western Cape Bistro, Breakfast, Cape Malay, Country, Grills, Light Meals, Pizza, South African, Vegetarian

Le Pommier is located on Helshoogte Pass, the main route between Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. The perfect base to explore this unique and most breathtaking region. The Estate is entirely child...

Alluvia Boutique Winery

Stellenbosch, Western Cape Bistro, Braai, Breakfast, Buffet, Cape Malay, Cocktails, Coffee Shop, Country, European, Fusion, Game, Grills, Halaal, Light Meals, Picnics, Pizza, Seafood, South African, Tapas, Vegetarian, Wine bar

Lose yourself in the delicious flavours and aromas of the Cape Winelands at Alluvia Restaurant and Wine Tasting Lounge. Take a seat on the sun-lit deck overlooking awe-inspiring views of the ...

Hazendal Wine Estate

Stellenbosch, Western Cape Bakery / Patisserie, Breakfast, Cocktails, Country, Deli, Light Meals, Picnics, Pizza, Vegan, Vegetarian, Wine bar

Hazendal Wine Estate will be closed from 7 July - 10 December 2025 for refurbishment. Hazendal Golf is delighted to confirm that all golf outlets will remain fully operational, continuing to we...

Ernie Els Wines Restaurant

Stellenbosch, Western Cape Burgers, Country, Grills, Light Meals, Traditional, Vegetarian

Thoughtfully selected for its prime position, Ernie Els winery is framed by panoramic views of Cape Town and Table Mountain to the west, and Stellenbosch and the Helderberg mountains to the east. A...

Flavours Restaurant @ The Devon Valley Hotel

Stellenbosch, Western Cape Breakfast, Buffet, Cape Provencale, Contemporary, Country, Light Meals, Pizza, South African

The Devon Valley Hotel’s signature restaurant, ‘Flavours’, offers one of the most exquisite settings of restaurants in Stellenbosch and has been the preferred destination for memo...

The Restaurant at Root44

Stellenbosch, Western Cape Breakfast, Burgers, Greek, Grills, Light Meals, Pizza, Seafood, Sushi, Wine bar

The Restaurant at Root44 Wine Emporium is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Situated in the heart of the Stellenbosch winelands, the destination includes a wine shop, an oyster and sushi ba...

Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa

Somerset West, Western Cape Breakfast, Burgers, Fine Dining, Grills, Health, Light Meals, Seafood, Vegan, Vegetarian

Embraced by history, surrounded by the majestic Hottentots Holland Mountains and neighbouring the magnificent Erinvale Golf Course and world-class wine estates; only 30 minutes from Cape Town Inter...

QUARTZ at Quoin Rock

Stellenbosch, Western Cape Contemporary, Fine Dining, South African

We’re thrilled to announce that QUARTZ Restaurant officially opens its doors on the 7th of November! Please book QUARTZ restaurant via Quoin Rock reception at (021) 888 4740 while our new...

News

Experience More At The 17th SA Cheese Festival - Stellenbosch

15 February 2018 - Visitors to the 17th South African Cheese Festival can once again expect a truly unique experience of cheese and more. Taste a dazzling variety of cheeses, pair your favourites with wine and ...

Pizza & Wine Festival 2018

15 March 2018 - Sunny days and balmy nights, delicious pizza and great wine - the perfect combinations for a good time in the winelands. All these will be in evidence at this year’s Pizza & Wine Festival...

SA Cheese Festival Provides A Unique Platform For Small Cheese Makers

18 April 2018 - The South African Cheese Festival, presented for the 17th time this year from Friday 27 to Sunday 29 April 2018, annually affords a number of small cheese makers the opportunity to receive signific...

2018’s Brightest Shiraz Stars

31 May 2018 - Shiraz’s popularity amongst wine lovers is not to be doubted and the diversity of styles on offer by wine makers ensure that every taste is catered for. The Shiraz Challenge, this year ...

Celebrate Farm Life At The “Groot Plaasproe”

13 September 2018 - Roosterkoek, craft beer, skaapstertjies, Wagyu burgers, wine and ice cream . . . all these delicacies and more await visitors to the “Groot Plaasproe” from Thursday 11 to Saturday 13 Oc...

Say ‘Au Revoir’ To 2018 With Festive Fanfare At The Twelve Apostles

05 October 2018 - The summer months are here, and things are heating up in the Mother City. Grab your sunnies and head to the place to see and be seen…The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa… For the mon...

Celebrate SA Cheese Festival’s 18th Year In 2019!

05 December 2018 - The popular South African Cheese Festival celebrates a huge milestone in 2019 – its 18th anniversary! Festivalgoers can look forward to a truly unique experience of cheese and more during the...

Stellenbosch Wine Festival Comes to Cape Town

19 March 2019 - Top Stellenbosch wine estates will soon be on their way to the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town for the first-ever Stellenbosch Wine Festival Cape Town, presented by Pick n Pay. The two-day wine...

Sauvignon Blanc SA is The New Ambassador for a Global Favourite

03 May 2019 - South Africa's champion for Sauvignon Blanc, one of the country's most widely planted wine grape varieties, has undergone a transformation that brings momentum to its international success....

Breaking News: Shiraz Challenge Crowns its Latest Champions

17 May 2019 - The victors in the 7th Shiraz Challenge have been decided. The top wines in the annual competition were singled out in Paarl this week, putting them among South Africa's most desirable wines. ...

Get Set For A Shiraz Spectacular: 7 Days Of Sublime Food And Wine

29 May 2019 - A full week of outstanding food paired with some of the country's best Shiraz wines awaits at this year's exciting Seven Days of Shiraz and Venison. The programme for this annual winter fes...

The Groot Plaasproe – From Goat to Beer!

11 July 2019 - The third annual Groot Plaasproe from Saturday 12 to Sunday 13 October 2019 at Sandringham outside Stellenbosch promises a taste experience of everything that farm life offers! In fact, there i...

Calling all Chocolate Lovers!

15 July 2019 - The Chocolate Festival is back and promises to be bigger and better than ever! This year's event takes place on the weekend of Saturday, August 31 and Sunday, September 1 at The Woodmill Lifest...

Stellenbosch Wine Festival Returns to Joburg

05 August 2019 - Wish you could get away for a weekend of wine-tasting at world-class wine estates? We’re giving you the chance to do just that, right in the heart of Joburg! For a gloriously relaxing two day...

Benguela Cove Wine Estate scoops handful of regional champions at Annual SA National Young Wine Show

26 August 2019 - With healthy vineyards, a special terroir, a cellar that encourages creativity and a passionate winemaking team, you are headed for success. Regarded as the new kid on the block with a strong p...

Quality and Excellence at the 2019 FNB Sauvignon Blanc Top 10

06 September 2019 - The countdown to naming this year's champions of Sauvignon blanc has begun. Along with an increase in entries, judges completing the final round of assessments for the 2019 FNB Sauvignon Blanc ...

Groot Plaasproe - 12 & 13 October 2019

19 September 2019 - Roosterkoek, craft beer, skaapstertjies, wine, Wagyu burgers … all these delicacies and more await visitors to the “Groot Plaasproe” on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 October 2019 on ...

Escape to the SA Cheese Festival over the Freedom Day Long Weekend!

12 December 2019 - The 19th anniversary of the popular South African Cheese Festival offers the perfect long weekend escape in 2020! Festivalgoers can look forward to a truly unique experience of cheese and more over...

Discover the Art of Agriculture at the Toyota SU Woordfees

27 January 2020 - South Africa's favourite sparkling wine, specialty cheeses, "food with integrity", Konsortium Merino lamb, deciduous fruit, double gold Veritas wines, as well as the Standard Bank Che...

Wine and Sport Legend Honoured with 1659 Medal Of Honour

10 February 2020 - Stellenbosch wine and sport legend Jan Boland Coetzee was honoured with the iconic 1659 medal of honour on Thursday 6 February 2020 at the annual Wine Harvest Commemorative event at the historic Gr...

COVID-19: Chefs unite for Stellenbosch! High profile kitchens team up to help fight hunger in Greater Stellenbosch communities

11 May 2020 - Some of the country’s most renowned chefs based in the winelands region of Stellenbosch have stepped up to support local communities as lives and livelihoods are decimated by the COVID-19 pan...

Agri-Expo Livestock and the Groot Plaasproe virtual this year

11 May 2020 - The seventh annual Agri-Expo Livestock and the Groot Plaasproe will be presented virtually this year. The South African livestock industry would have gathered for this event from Thursday 8 to Sund...

96 Winery Road now serving Breakfast

27 August 2020 - In response to plenty of demand, we are proud to now offer the most delicious start to your day at 96 Winery Road! Breakfast is served every day (Monday to Sunday) from 08h30 until 11h00,...

Top 20 finalists for 2020 Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10

11 September 2020 - Sauvignon Blanc South Africa is pleased to announce the top 20 contenders in the 2020 Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10 Competition, South Africa's only competition exclusively devoted to Sauvignon Bla...

Spring Charity Drive 2020 with 96 Winery Road and Ken Forrester Vineyards

19 September 2020 - As a part of our charity initiatives, we have started a spring charity drive together with the team at Ken Forrester Vineyards. We are specifically looking for retired clothes, blankets and bag...

These are South Africa's Top 10 Sauvignon Blanc Wines for 2020

15 October 2020 - Sauvignon Blanc South Africa has revealed the winners of the 2020 Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10 competition and this year's champion wines come from no less than seven different regions. This excit...

96 Winery Road Restaurant has a New Summer Menu!

04 November 2020 - The famous saying is that change is as good as a holiday, and here at 96 we couldn’t agree more! Just in time for the summer sun, end of year holidays and the festive season, you may notice a...

Sauvignon Blanc SA Launches November Technical Vlogs

15 November 2020 - Sauvignon Blanc SA is to present a series of technical vlogs (video blogs) by experts over four days in November. The association decided to add vlogs to their popular monthly technical blogs to re...

The Grande Roche Restaurant is under new management!

17 November 2020 - Chef Kevin Grobler and his wife Inemari, together with her parents Celia and Rayno Rabie have taken over the kitchen and restaurant at The Grande Roche Hotel in Paarl. Chef Kevin's impressi...

96 Winery Road introduces Drive Thru Menu!

08 January 2021 - While 96 Winery Road remains open for sit-down dining with the strictest and safest protocols in place, we know that some of our customers are keeping to their micro-bubbles and prefer to dine at h...

Wine Harvest Commemoration 2021: Wine Industry Honours Four Trailblazers

03 February 2021 - Four trailblazers of the South African wine industry were honoured on Tuesday 2 February 2021 during the industry's annual Wine Harvest Commemorative event. The event, presented for the 10th ti...

Hazendal Jazz Club Presents Sandile Gontsana - Unsung Heroes - A Tribute To South African Jazz

03 May 2021 - Hazendal’s ever-popular Jazz Club returns on 26 May in a delicious new format, combining sultry sounds with delicious cuisine. Gugulethu-born jazz vocalist, Sandile Gontsana, opens ...

96 Winery Road Celebrates 25 Years!

05 May 2021 - IT'S OUR BIRTHDAY MONTH! We're celebrating 25 years of 96 Winery Road with a brand new edition of our #MayBabies special. If you're a fellow May baby, you get to pop a balloon every tim...

Birdies In The Bottelary Hills! Hazendal Opens New 18-Hole ‘Mashie’ Course!

17 May 2021 - Stellenbosch wine estate Hazendal has unveiled the latest addition to this fast-growing winelands destination; an international-standard 18-hole par-3 golf course. Commonly known as a &l...

Shiraz SA Announces 2021 Shiraz Challenge Champions

09 July 2021 - The champions in the 9th annual Shiraz Challenge were revealed in Paarl this week. Held under the auspices of cultivar association, Shiraz SA, the function to announce the winners had to go the onl...

Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10 Entries are Open!

27 July 2021 - Entries for the 2021 Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10 Competition, the only competition in the country committed to Sauvignon Blanc, are now open. According to Sauvignon Blanc SA chair, RJ Botha, this...

Benguela Cove; Home to Two of the Best Pinot Noir Red Wines in South Africa in 2021 - Mosaic Top 5 Pinot Noir Wine Awards 2021

19 August 2021 - Winemaker Johann Fourie and the Benguela Cove team are especially delighted at the announcement of the Mosaic Top 5 Pinot Noir Wine Award 2021 winners. The Five Best Pinot Noir wines in South ...

Avontuur Estate Restaurant Wins KFM Best of The Cape Awards Best Date Night Category

04 September 2021 - And the votes are in... Avontuur Estate Restaurant has won the KFM Best of The Cape Awards Best Date Night category. We are over the moon and elated! Thank you to every person who v...

South Africa’s Sauvignon Blanc Impresses with Quality, Versatility

07 September 2021 - World class, interesting and full of expression of the specific terroir are some of the features that the judges of South African Sauvignon Blanc are excited about. The judges of the 2021 edition o...

Wine News: 2021 Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10 Winners Announced

13 October 2021 - Cheers to South African Sauvignon Blanc, especially those of the 2020 vintage! Sauvignon Blanc South Africa has announced the winners of the 2021 Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10 competition – and n...

Hazendal's 7 Ideas for Hosting the Best Year-End Function

10 November 2021 - Ideas for hosting the best year-end function are one of those topics that are always on the radar of innovative business owners, executive assistants and HR personnel. Why so? Well, these funct...

Agri-Expo Innovates in its 190th Year – With SA Cheese Festival Pop-Up Picnics!

03 December 2021 - Agri-Expo, the oldest agricultural society in South Africa and Africa, celebrates its 190th anniversary this year – and with good reason. On Monday 29 November 2021 during its special 1...

SA Cheese Festival is Going Places with Four Pop-Up Picnics

02 February 2022 - The award-winning SA Cheese Festival returns after two years. Cheese and wine lovers can look forward to a brand-new experience – a month-long journey of cheese and more! A series of four...

Discover Hazendal's Award-Winning Wines

14 February 2022 - Discover the easy-drinking Christoffel Hazenwinkel range that pays tribute to the farm’s first owner, as well as the premium Hazendal range that celebrates minimalist cellar intervention to d...

Reasons to visit Hazendal in the Stellenbosch Winelands this March

04 March 2022 - With summer’s heat fading and the south-easter at bay, March is the ideal time to get out and explore the Cape winelands. Join us at Hazendal to make the most of this magical month… ...

Celebrate the joy of Easter with Hazendal!

04 April 2022 - When Christoffel Hazenwinkel first established his farm on the Bottelary Hills in 1699, he named it Hazendal for the abundance of Cape Hares (hazen, in Dutch) in the valley. With April being th...

Get Ready for Big #SauvBlancDay Celebrations!

26 April 2022 - Calling all Sauvignon Blanc lovers! Sauvignon Blanc South Africa, as the ambassador for SA’s most popular wine variety, is celebrating International #SauvBlancDay 2022 with the rest of the wo...

Franschhoek Valley Welcomes Country Grand

25 May 2022 - Grand Collection is proud to announce the opening of Country Grand, a free-spirited countryside cafe', nestled in the cool valley and picturesque slopes of the Franschhoek mountains. Locati...

Stay, Play and Celebrate at Hazendal Wine Estate this June - Stellenbosch

26 May 2022 - Escape to The Homestead for less: In little more than a year since opening to guests, The Homestead at Hazendal has become one of the most sought-after exclusive-use villas in the Western Cape ...

Reyneke Wines welcomes new Winemaker and Assistant Winemaker

27 May 2022 - World-renowned South African biodynamic and organic wine estate, Reyneke Wines, has appointed Barbara Melck as Winemaker and Armand Esterhuizen as Assistant Winemaker. Vinimark’s Rudiger...

Newly-released Big Easy Red Blend 2020 receives 94 Points and a Silver Medal from The Decanter World Wine Awards!

13 June 2022 - We are pleased to announce that our newly-released Big Easy Red Blend 2020 has just received an award from the Decanter World Wine Awards – obtaining 94 Points and a Silver Medal! “...

Results of The SA Wine Awards London 2022 Announced!

14 July 2022 - Results of The SA Wine Awards London 2022 Announced! The inaugural SA Wine Awards London 2022 results have been announced and confirm that South African winemaking is hitting its stride in achi...

Nederburg Teams Up with SA’s Hottest Chefs At The Manor in Paarl

25 July 2022 - Nederburg is calling on carnivores to indulge, when meat maestros, Pete Goffe-Wood and Steven Maresch, appear at the Paarl winery’s restaurant, The Manor. They will be creating a fabulous fiv...

2022 FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10 Competition Open for Entries

25 July 2022 - Entries for the 2022 FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10 Competition, the only competition in the country committed to Sauvignon Blanc, are now open. The cultivar organisation Sauvignon Blanc South Afric...

Avontuur Restaurant - Finalists in the KFM Best of the Cape Competition!

27 July 2022 - Dear Friends, we are finalists in the KFM BEST OF THE CAPE Competition! Winning would be such a boost for our staff and for our business that celebrates 21 years in November. Please vote fo...

The Restaurant at Ernie Els Wines Introduces New Head Chef: Wesley Aucamp - Stellenbosch!

28 July 2022 - Chef Wesley's passion for cooking was ignited at a young age when his Lebanese grandmother introduced him to cooking by including him in the kitchen. Wesley’s career spans from workin...

Voyage to the 1800's at Hazendal Estate - Stellenbosch

03 August 2022 - When guests are not in residence, The Homestead at Hazendal is open for day visitors to discover the period furniture, architecture and art on self-guided tours. Highlights include original wor...

Winecellar.co.za Celebrates 6 Women Who Are Making Their Mark On The World Of Wine

05 August 2022 - August is South African Women’s Month, a time when we reflect on the journey of women’s rights and collectively celebrate the women making their mark in our country. At Winecellar.c...

Celebrate & Say “Cheers” to Women’s Month at Hazendal Estate - Stellenbosch!

06 August 2022 - A Quick Q&A with Chef Michelle Theron! For the past four years Chef Michélle Theron has led the stellar brigade at Hazendal Wine Estate. Following the completion of her chef&rsqu...

Shiraz SA Announces New Trophy To Celebrate Decade Of Shiraz SA Challenge

19 August 2022 - Shiraz SA revealed the winners of the 10th annual Shiraz SA Challenge on Wednesday 17 August 2022 in Paarl. In honour of the competition's tenth anniversary, a brand-new trophy and a sizeable c...

Ernie Els Wines Restaurant in Stellenbosch is now Open for Dinner!

02 September 2022 - We are pleased to announce that we are now open for dinner on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings from 18:30pm to 21:00pm. Our new Head Chef, Wesley Aucamp, has designed an enticing menu and...

South Africa’s Sauvignon Blanc Ready to Conquer the World!

05 September 2022 - As South Africa’s top-selling cultivar that flies the country’s flag high in export markets across the globe, wine lovers expect nothing less than the best when it comes to a glass of S...

What's on this Spring at Hazendal Wine Estate – Stellenbosch

06 September 2022 - Did you know that Hazendal dates back more than 300 years, and was founded in the very earliest days of the Cape Colony? September is Heritage Month in South Africa, and we’d love for you to ...

Raise a Cheer, Pivnushka Beer Garden is back at Hazendal Estate in Stellenbosch!

09 September 2022 - The warm days of summer are on the horizon, and here at Hazendal that means we’re opening the doors to our Beer Garden. After our annual winter break, we’re thrilled to reveal that ...

Ernie Els Major Series Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 receives a Double Gold Medal - Veritas 2022 Awards

11 October 2022 - We are pleased to announce that our soon-to-be-released Major Series Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 received a Double Gold Medal in the Veritas 2022 Awards! The prestigious Veritas Awards is South Afr...

2022 SA Top 10 Sauvignon Blanc - exciting, versatile, elegant!

14 October 2022 - South Africa's top Sauvignon Blanc wines are versatile and elegant and consumers around the world can only expect the best. This, according to the panel of leading wine experts who this year ha...

Wine seminar: Jam-packed line-up for Sauvignon Blanc SA seminar

14 November 2022 - The cultivar association Sauvignon Blanc SA has joined forces with platinum partner EVER Solutions, Top 10 title partner FNB, as well as the Department of Viticulture and Oenology and the South Afr...

Platter’s Top Awards for Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate

19 November 2022 - Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate has achieved the 5-star award for three of its wines and a further 4.5 stars for ten others in Platter’s 2023 South Africa Wine Guide. The new edition of ...

The Restaurant at Root44 Wine Emporium is officially open - Stellenbosch

24 January 2023 - The Restaurant at Root44 Wine Emporium is officially open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Situated in the heart of the Stellenbosch winelands, the destination includes a wine shop, an oyster a...

Wine Industry Legend Ken Forrester “Mr Chenin” recognized for Visionary Leadership

08 February 2023 - Stellenbosch Chenin Blanc pioneer, Ken Forrester, was the recipient of the 1659 Visionary Leadership Award, for his profound contribution towards the South African wine industry. This prestigious a...

Savour the culinary delights of the European and South African winelands

15 February 2023 - Experience the specific and special tastes of the winelands of France, Italy, Spain and South Africa in your own kitchen through the pages of Harvest Table. Featuring over 60 globally inspired dish...

South African wine industry welcomes the world at Concours Mondial du Sauvignon

23 February 2023 - A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to showcase our spectacular country, our unique winemaking community and our wonderful Sauvignon Blanc on an international stage is around the corner. Albeit a ...

Black-owned wine brands boost South Africa in New York!

06 March 2023 - The Big Apple will soon welcome the biggest group of black-owned South African wine brands to ever participate at North America’s leading international wine exhibition. Sixteen black-own...

Hazendal Wine Estate Harvest Update

17 March 2023 - With unusually warm weather in spring to late-summer rains, 2023 will certainly go down as a harvest that kept Stellenbosch winemakers on their toes! As expected, the 2023 harvest across the St...

Warm up this winter at the deli at Hazendal Estate - Stellenbosch

17 April 2023 - You can feel it. The tendrils of winter, as a nip of cold creeps into the evening breeze, and the mornings get just that little bit darker every day. Happily, the cosy Babushka Deli is a wonderfull...

Setting the ultimate Winter-Warming Mood at Ernie Els Wines Restaurant – Stellenbosch

01 May 2023 - With winter on the horizon, Chef Wesley and his team have extinguished the flames of our outdoor Grillworks and fired up the chimney, setting the ultimate winter-warming mood for a cosy evening ind...

Award-Winning South African Cheese Festival Returns in 2023 under New Ownership

08 May 2023 - The highly anticipated South African Cheese Festival is back in Stellenbosch this year with new dates and new owners. Sandringham Estate will play host to the outdoor culinary event from Friday 22 ...

Top Chefs for The Plant Powered Show 2023

12 May 2023 - Several top South African chefs and personalities as well as an award-winning UK chef will take to the stage when The Plant Powered Show returns to the Cape Town International Convention Centre fro...

Akkedisberg Boerdery launches its first wine: Southern Treasures Pinotage 2021

12 May 2023 - TWENTY AKKEDISBERG VINEYARD WORKERS TURN SEVEN BAGS OF SALT INTO 16 HECTARES OF HOPE AND INSPIRE THE WHOLE COMMUNITY! The excitement is palpable in the fynbos sea air on the well-known wine far...

Ramon Arendse is the New Head Chef at Alluvia Restaurant

15 May 2023 - Join us in extending a belated congratulations to Ramon Arendse, our talented new Head Chef, who has taken the helm at Alluvia Restaurant with his culinary skills and unwavering passion for food. ...

A New Chapter is About To Begin at Hazendal Estate

01 June 2023 - The only constant is change, so the ancient saying goes, and the past five years have certainly seen momentous changes on Hazendal estate. From the opening of Wonderdal, our immersive edutainment c...

96 Winery Road Restaurant are Finalists in the Kfm Best of the Cape Awards!

26 July 2023 - We are thrilled to announce that 96 Winery Road is a finalist for the Best Date Night Restaurant in the upcoming Kfm Best of the Cape Awards! Thank you to everyone who nominated us. The journey...

Veterans and Newcomers Excel in Shiraz SA Challenge

18 August 2023 - Shiraz SA revealed the winners of the 11th annual Shiraz SA Challenge on Thursday 17 August 2023 in Paarl, with veteran winners as well as newcomers that excelled. The glamorous awards event b...

Dinner in The Helderberg – The Restaurant at Ernie Els Winery opens for Dinner Service!

03 September 2023 - We are delighted to announce that our Restaurant is open for Dinner Service once again! Following a short winter break our skilled team, led by Head Chef Wesley Aucamp, have refined their talen...

Get ready for the 2023 South African Cheese Festival!

12 September 2023 - As the calendar inches closer to the September Heritage Day long weekend, excitement builds for the eagerly anticipated 20th edition of the South African Cheese Festival. As usual, Sandringham ...

Bookings are Open for Restaurant Week South Africa XXL - 29 September - 05 November 2023

22 September 2023 - Reservations are now open for this month-long celebration, spanning from September 29th to November 5th. This special event offers you the chance to savour delightful meals at 140 of the nation'...

Three Years Later at Ernie Els Winery in Stellenbosch

27 September 2023 - Three remarkable years have passed since we first welcomed you through our doors after extensive renovations, and we are elated to have been a part of numerous memorable celebrations over the years...

Ernie Els Winery Victorious in the 2024 Best Of Wine Tourism Awards Architecture and Landscaping Category

11 October 2023 - We are very excited to share the news that we were victorious in the 2024 Best Of Wine Tourism Awards in the category architecture and landscaping. This international competition celebrates innovat...

Celebrating the new 2023 vintage of Big Easy Chenin Blanc at Ernie Els Vineyards

23 October 2023 - The new 2023 vintage of our crisp, fresh and fruited Big Easy Chenin Blanc has arrived! Think sun kissed mango, pineapple glacé, ripe green pears and licks of lime. This vintage is fille...

2022 Vint(age) Reveals it’s True Colours In FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10

26 October 2023 - South Africa’s top Sauvignon Blancs are about much more than meets the eye. Wine lovers should take a second look and taste of Sauvignon Blanc from older vintages, as well as wooded styles, a...

Celebrating 21 Years of Culinary Excellence and Enduring Partnerships at Avontuur Restaurant

23 November 2023 - As we raise a glass to 21 incredible years, we're filled with gratitude for the journey that brought us here. Nestled on the picturesque Avontuur wine estate with a stud farm, our res...

The Eatery - Now Open at Hazendal Estate

17 January 2024 - Experience a year-round culinary delight at The Eatery. Satisfy your palate with our signature cocktails, craft beers, and open-fire cooking. The Eatery menu dishes up a delicious blend o...

A week of love and laughter: The Galileo Valentine's line-up caters to all!

25 January 2024 - The Galileo Open Air Cinema, synonymous with magical outdoor movie experiences, is set to cast Cupid’s arrow over the week of love with a line-up of five captivating films, each ticking the b...

Easy Bucks – The Big Easy Just Got Easier!

02 February 2024 - Here at Ernie Els Wines, we are pleased to reward you with not only exceptional wines, but now also with exceptional value too! Introducing Easy Bucks, our new online store Rewards Program. Sig...

2024 Wine Harvest Commemorative Event Honours a Prestigious Line-Up of Industry Greats

02 February 2024 - The annual Wine Harvest Commemorative Event, held on 1 February 2024, celebrates the birth of South African wine, calls for the blessing of the new harvest, and honours outstanding contributions to...

Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa Unveils State-of-the-Art Camphor Venue: A Modern Hub for Exceptional Events

29 February 2024 - Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa, a luxurious haven nestled in the Heart of the Helderberg, proudly introduces the Camphor Venue, a breathtaking addition to its portfolio of multifunctional event sp...

Wine Harvest Commemorative Event Honourees offer industry insights on factors impacting the wine industry in South Africa

13 March 2024 - Few events within the wine industry attract as much attention and excitement as that of the annual Wine Harvest Commemorative Event - and it’s little wonder when you consider the exceptional ...

Ernie Els Winery and Restaurant introduces new Head Chef Eric Bulpitt

27 March 2024 - Introducing our new Head Chef, Eric Bulpitt, whose impressive culinary journey has left its mark on renowned establishments, including the Werf at Boschendal, Pierneef Á La Motte, and Faber ...

New Signature Canapé Tasting at Ernie Els Winery - Stellenbosch

17 April 2024 - With auspicious beginnings as our maiden vintage in 2000, our iconic Ernie Els Signature is a New World Bordeaux-style blend, which is predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon-based. The tannins are perfec...

Meet Matthys Botes - winemaker behind the Pongrácz brand

22 April 2024 - One of the perennial favourites at the annual Johannesburg Cap Classique, Champagne & Bubbles Festival is Pongrácz, an award-winning, iconic South African bubbly that was first released ...

Embrace the season and experience enchantment with Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa’s Winter Wedding Special

03 May 2024 - In the Heart of the Helderberg, Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa unveils its newly-renovated, world-class Camphor venue, exuding sophistication and extending a warm welcome to all guests. Designed t...

Western Cape is currently abundant with Wine Tourism Opportunities, says Key Player

08 May 2024 - Michael Ratcliffe, Chairperson of the Stellenbosch Wine Routes board is extremely upbeat about the Western Cape’s wine tourism prospects. “The wine industry is in a state of improv...

The Shiraz, Charcuterie & Cheese Festival

15 May 2024 - One of the most popular autumnal events in the Western Cape calendar is the annual Shiraz & Charcuterie Festival, where enthusiasts of the varietal can indulge in wines from some of the country...

Head Chef Eric Bulpitt introduces new Winter Dishes to the Menu at Ernie Els Winery and Restaurant in Stellenbosch!

21 May 2024 - “With my first season in the Helderberg behind me, I’m taking the time to craft a menu that is true to my roots and celebrates modern farm-style cuisine. It’s important to me that...

Muskadel SA Awards 2024 honours an impressive 16 winners

09 June 2024 - South African muscadel producers have reason to celebrate, having secured 16 awards at the 2024 Muskadel SA Awards. Six platinum and ten gold award winners were announced for this noble cultivar at...

Nederburg’s hitting the Road, Poppin’ Up Across The Country

20 June 2024 - Nederburg is setting off on an exciting roadshow, taking its popular Dinner of Discovery Series to a diverse variety of South African cities and towns after a hugely successful run in Tshwane in Ma...

A major Achievement for Ernie Els 2022 Major Series Cabernet Sauvignon!

24 June 2024 - A Major Achievement! It’s a new week and a new vintage! We are thrilled to share that our 2022 Major Series Cabernet Sauvignon has received a Gold Medal (95 points) at the 2024 Deca...

Darling Sweet Celebrates 10th Anniversary

09 July 2024 - In 2013, Frits van Ryneveld, an antique store owner in the small Western Cape town of Darling, came up with the idea of making toffee to sell at the town’s local craft and food market. Fo...

Meet the local jury for Africa, Middle East & South Asia in the Sixth Edition of S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Competition 2024-2025

10 July 2024 - A brand new, sixth edition of the S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy competition has just kicked off, the first phase is concluded, whereby chefs under 30 years with prior experience in the industry h...

Calling all winemakers: Enter the FNB Sauvignon Blanc South Africa Top 10 competition

15 July 2024 - While South African Sauvignon Blanc performs excellently locally and internationally, producers can now show their mettle in Sauvignon Blanc South Africa's annual FNB Top 10 competition. E...

Breaking News: Mwah! Barley Milk Wins Gold at Aurora International Taste Challenge!

31 July 2024 - Mwah! Barley Milk has achieved a significant milestone, being awarded the prestigious Gold medal at the 2024 Aurora International Taste Challenge. This recognition underscores Mwah!’s commitm...

Six Vintages excel in Shiraz SA Challenge

16 August 2024 - Shiraz SA revealed the winners of the 12th annual Shiraz SA Challenge, with six vintages from a wide variety of regions performing excellently. The awards event on Thursday 15 August 2024 brought t...

Let's do Lunch! The restaurant at Ernie Els Winery re-opens for lunch 7 days a week!

26 August 2024 - We’re thrilled to announce that starting 1 September, our doors will be open for lunch 7 days a week. Our talented chefs have been passionately crafting a new menu, inspired by our modern...

Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa Celebrates Dog-Friendly Status: Offering Exceptional Stays for All Family Members, Furry Friends Included!

26 August 2024 - Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa, set amidst the serene beauty of Somerset West in the heart of the Helderberg, is delighted to celebrate its new pet-friendly status, extending a warm welcome to bot...

2024 Standard Bank Chenin Blanc Top Ten Challenge Winners To Show In China

31 August 2024 - In a bold move to capitalise on China’s mounting interest in white wines, Standard Bank, the sponsor of the annual Chenin Blanc Top Ten Challenge is planning to showcase the variety’s b...

2024 FNB Sauvignon Blanc South Africa Top 10: Judges impressed by strong showings across vintages

03 September 2024 - No less than 160 wines from 91 producers are competing for a coveted place in the 2024 FNB Sauvignon Blanc's SA Top 10. This year’s competition drew strong entries across several vin...

Tim Atkin 2024 South Africa Report gives 100 points to a wine that "Zeroes out the Winemaking"

03 September 2024 - Tim Atkin MW has awarded one wine full marks in his just released South Africa Report. As a single-origin, dry-farmed, old vine Chenin Blanc, the 2023 Alheit Vineyards Nautical Dawn “exemplif...

Vergelegen innovates with new Cabernet Sauvignon plantings and trellis system

09 September 2024 - Vergelegen Wine Estate in Somerset West is making strategic investments in new Cabernet Sauvignon plantings, and experimenting with an alternative trellis system, as part of its ongoing commitment ...

Quoin Rock Partners with Mirage: Experience Luxury Wine Tasting on the Majestic Atlantic Ocean

12 September 2024 - Quoin Rock is thrilled to announce our exciting new partnership with South Africa’s most luxurious private catamaran, Mirage. Now, you can indulge in the exquisite Quoin Rock wine experie...

Site-Specific Wines Shine in the 2024 FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10

17 October 2024 - Producers of South Africa’s top-selling cultivar make exceptional site-specific wines. In a closely contested challenge, the judging panel of the 2024 FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10 awarde...

Col'Cacchio’s New CEO Etienne Pieterse Unveils Bold New Vision

29 October 2024 - Col'Cacchio has appointed Etienne Pieterse as its new CEO. At just 38-years old, Etienne, a Chartered Accountant (CA) with a CTA Honours Degree and an MBA candidate at Stellenbosch University, ...

Finalists Announced for The 2024 Diners Club Winemaker and Young Winemaker of the Year Awards

02 November 2024 - The finalists for the Diners Club Winemaker and Young Winemaker of the Year awards have been announced. Six winemakers have been shortlisted to compete for the prestigious Winemaker of the Year awa...

Creation Wines wins 3rd place in the 2024 World’s Best Vineyards Awards

06 November 2024 - The World’s Best Vineyards has announced this year’s top 50 wine destinations for 2024, showcasing wineries that provide unforgettable wine experiences, and promote wine culture. The pr...

Nature Inspires Elegence: The New Potting Shed Gift Shop Is Open at Vergelegen

10 December 2024 - Vergelegen Wine Estate in Somerset West has just unveiled a thoughtfully curated retail collection, inspired by the property’s beauty, abundance and heritage. The stylish lifestyle outlet...

Bringing their Future to the Table – Young Chefs Take on the World

19 December 2024 - The calibre of chefs gathered in one room at the S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy regional finals in Cape Town in November 2024 reflects a competition that resonates on the world stage. As the compe...

Swartland Kitchen celebrates turning five with new rusk flavour and updated packaging

24 March 2025 - Five years ago Hentie van der Merwe and Frits van Ryneveld were excited for the launch of their new brand which they had long planned to happen on March 27, 2020. Little did they realise the ch...

Wine to Water - Meet Vergelegen's New Pear Eau De Vie

02 April 2025 - We have just released our first, limited edition PEAR EAU DE VIE. Eau de vie – meaning “water of life” – is a clear fruit brandy, created by fermentation and distillatio...

South African Wine Tourism Conference Returns for 9th Edition at Lanzerac Wine Estate, Stellenbosch

28 April 2025 - The highly anticipated South African Wine Tourism Conference will return for its 9th edition on 8 May 2025 at the iconic Lanzerac Wine Estate in Stellenbosch. Under the theme “Delivering Expe...

SauvBlancDay: Celebrate the cultivar with styles

29 April 2025 - When it comes to South African Sauvignon Blanc, there's no such thing as one-style-fits-all. Versatility is what truly sets this popular cultivar apart. This International Sauvignon Blanc Day, ...

Celebrating 29 Incredible Years at 96 Winery Road!

04 May 2025 - 02 May marks 29 years of delicious food, fine wine, heartfelt service, and unforgettable memories at 96 Winery Road Restaurant located on the Stellenbosch, Somerset West Wine Route. From the bo...

Starbucks announces winners of the Regional Barista Championships

27 May 2025 - Training to become a Starbucks partner (as the company’s baristas are known) is no simple affair. These passionate coffee lovers undergo many months immersing themselves in coffee knowledge a...

Knorhoek Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 Named Best in Show at Decanter World Wine Awards

20 June 2025 - The Knorhoek Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 has earned global recognition, being named Best in Show at the prestigious Decanter World Wine Awards. The wine received an outstanding score of 97 points, secu...

Hazendal Celebrates Leon Kluge’s Historic Gold and Lawrence Medal Win for South Africa at Chelsea Flower Show

01 July 2025 - Hazendal Wine Estate is delighted to congratulate Leon Kluge and his team for the South African Gold Medal at London’s Chelsea Flower Show last month. Designer Leon Kluge and artist-garde...

Michelle Theron joins Vergenoegd Löw to lead Gastronomy!

15 July 2025 - Vergenoegd Löw, the historic Stellenbosch wine estate known for regenerative farming, heritage preservation and luxury hospitality, has welcomed chef Michelle Theron to head up its food and be...

First South African Preserve Championships Draws Overwhelming Response

24 July 2025 - A new era for local preserved products was ushered in on Wednesday 23 July with the judging of the inaugural South African Preserve Championships at Eensgezind outside Durbanville. With 456 entries...

Kaleidoscope Festival 2025 – An unmissable three-day musical and culinary experience in Prince Albert

31 July 2025 - This August, the heart of the Karoo will come alive with the sounds of music, the aromas of curated cuisine and the shared joy of community celebration, as the Kaleidoscope Festival 2025 takes over...

Diverse styles shine at the 2025 Shiraz SA Challenge

08 August 2025 - The results of the 2025 Shiraz SA Challenge, South Africa’s benchmark competition for Shiraz, Shiraz-based blends and rosé, were announced on Thursday, 7 August at a festive awards cer...

2025 Standard Bank Chenin Blanc Top Ten Winners Announced

23 August 2025 - This year’s Standard Bank Chenin Blanc Top Ten Challenge winners, selected after six flights of blind tastings, are all from the 2024 vintage. Once again, Stellenbosch dominates, with four wi...

Makataan takes top honours in inaugural SA Preserve Championships

23 August 2025 - A traditional favourite, makataan watermelon, has reaffirmed its place in South Africa’s kitchens. Compagniesdrift’s Makataan Chunks was crowned the very first South African Preserve Pr...

South Africa’s Ultimate Pizza Battle Returns – Porcupine Ridge Pizzeria Challenge 2025

01 September 2025 - Porcupine Ridge wines is thrilled to announce the return of the Porcupine Ridge Pizzeria Challenge 2025, launching September 1 and running for eight flavour-packed weeks across South Africa. No...

Tim Atkin MW's SA Special Report Features Two 100-Point Wines

02 September 2025 - “South Africa’s visceral attachment to the land is key to its rising wine success,” asserts Tim Atkin MW in his annual South Africa Special Report, in partnership with Private Wea...

Versatility On Show: FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10 Announces 20 Finalists and Debuts Aroma Wheel

09 September 2025 - South African Sauvignon Blanc continues to impress with its stylistic range and ageing ability, showcased by the 20 finalists from four vintages in this year’s FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10 c...

First definitive book on South African Sauvignon Blanc launched

12 September 2025 - For the first time, the story of South Africa’s most popular white wine cultivar has been brought together in a single publication. The Story of South African Sauvignon Blanc, a 248-page book...

Cheers to 15 years! What’s on in October at Babylonstoren

30 September 2025 - This month marks 15 years since the first guests walked through our gates. Fifteen seasons of planting, tending and sharing. With each passing year the farm has flourished and so has our community....

Durban Joins Cape Town on the World Stage as South Africa’s Chefs Claim Top Honours at the Best Chef Awards

07 October 2025 - In a landmark night for South African cuisine at the 2025 Best Chef Awards in Milan, Johannes Richter of The LivingRoom at Summerhill Guest Estate was awarded Two Knives, while Cape Town’s Pe...

Finalists Announced for the 2025 Diners Club Winemaker and Young Winemaker of the Year Awards

09 October 2025 - The finalists for the Diners Club Winemaker and Young Winemaker of the Year awards have been announced. Six winemakers have been shortlisted to compete for the prestigious Winemaker of the Year awa...

2025 FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10: Another Win For The Cultivar’s Remarkable Versatility

16 October 2025 - Four vintages. Wooded and unwooded. Three wards and six districts across three regions. This is the story of the 2025 FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10. In a closely contested challenge, featuring ...

FNB Partners with Riebeek Valley’s Solo Studios to Celebrate Women in Art and Wine

16 October 2025 - Solo Studios, the annual open studio art festival in the Riebeek Valley, which fosters intimate art experiences with local artists, has formed a new partnership with one of South Africa’s lar...

Babylonstoren Crowned Best Hotel in Eastern & Southern Africa as November Brings Bees, Berries and Beautiful Experiences

03 November 2025 - Babylonstoren is celebrating a remarkable honour this month, having been named Best Hotel in Eastern & Southern Africa in the Condé Nast Traveller UK Readers’ Choice Awards 2025. T...

Four South African Estates Named in The World’s 50 Best Vineyards Extended List for 2025

05 November 2025 - South Africa’s wine tourism industry continues to make its mark on the global stage, with four world-renowned estates securing positions on the World’s 50 Best Vineyards 2025 extended l...