Lizelle gerber appointed as Nederburg’s new cellar-master
Seasoned, award-winning winemaker Lizelle Gerber is joining Nederburg Wines in Paarl as its new cellar-master, from 1 August.
Stellenbosch wines win big in Cape Bordeaux Red Blend report
The Stellenbosch region dominated the awards once again, with 20 of the 29 top wines hailing from the district and also produced seven of the top 10 wines poured for the panel.
Things to do this weekend: 12-14 July 2019
Take a look at our top choices for your weekend calender.
A haven of peace and luxury
Snug in the upper Blaauwklippen Valley, Mont Angelis Retreat is a haven of peace and luxury, offering discerning guests nine spacious and individually designed self-catering cottages on a wine farm.
Dress to impress at this year’s Franschhoek Bastille Festival
The historic Franschhoek Huguenot Monument is the place to be for this two-day event, which takes place over the weekend of 13 and 14 July.
Honest and beautiful designs
MARGUERITE VAN WYK speaks to Stellenbosch architect Rick Stander about inspiration and some highlights and challenges in his career.
On fighting dragons
Longridge Wine Estate is hosting a series of talks on cancer: what you were never told and what you need to know.
Delheim’s new vintages of old classics showcase pro-Pino terroir
Stellenbosch estate sets the trend for Pinotage expression.
The language of music
Paul Roos old boy and piano “wunderkind”, who recently ended top of his class in his final year at the Royal College of Music in London, pianist Roelof Temmingh is still a Stellenbosch boy at heart.
Things to do this weekend: 5 to 7 July 2019
There is an exciting variety of different events and happenings to enjoy in our list of things to do this weekend.
The Environmentalist
“The biggest untapped source of energy today is our youth. I am from an age of consumerism, but my two daughters are young enough to change the way their generation thinks.”
Strong line up for SICMF
Tchaikovsky Competition Silver Medal Laureate en Route to Stellenbosch International Chamber Music Festival.
Tasting empowerment
Stellenbosch Wine Routes’ Michael Ratcliffe, chef Bertus Basson and chef George Jardine are facilitating hospitality training to the community.
Strauss & Co Winelands valuation days
Members of the public are invited to take advantage of this special opportunity for one-on-one consultations with specialists and discover the market value of their art and antiques.
Swap your old clothes for selected Jordan wines
Swap your old clothes for selected Jordan wines from 6 May 2019 until the end of August, or until stocks last.
Four great trail events happening this winter
Outdoor enthusiasts rejoice! Now is the time to get out there and take in the magnificence of the Winelands’ beautiful running and riding trails. Check out our rundown of Dirtopia’s great trail events this June/July.
Talk of the town
Uthomi finds it’s home at Spier, the organisers of the Berg River Canoe Marathon have confirmed that good paddleable water can be assured and South African Chenin is on a roll. Eikestadnuus editor Danie Keet weighs in with the latest from in and around the Winelands.
Cooling that makes an architectural statement
Gaggenau, the international and luxury professional-grade kitchen appliance manufacturer, unveiled the brand new Vario cooling 400 series at their showroom in Kramerville.
The colour of confident femininity – extroverted and undeniably glamorous.
With Dazzling Rendez-Vous Red, Jaeger-LeCoultre presents its emblematic Night & Day function in a radiant new setting that combines pink gold, white mother-of-pearl, white diamonds and the rich glow of rubies
Triennale 2020: drawing the world to Africa’s art
Word is out. At a recent public announcement, it was revealed that the first Stellenbosch Triennale will commence in February 2020, confirming the town’s position as a leading arts centre on the global stage. MELVYN MINNAAR elaborates on all that the display of art from Africa will mean for the cultural identity of this South African dorp.