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Experience Luxury at Vergenoegd Löw’s Historic 1773 Homestead in the Cape Winelands

Grace Mumo — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0000

Following a meticulous and sensitively executed renovation, the historic 1773 Homestead at Vergenoegd Löw The Wine Estate has emerged as one of the Cape Winelands’ most elegant new destinations for discerning guests seeking tranquillity, heritage and exceptional hospitality. Come and experience luxury at Vergenoegd Löw’s historic 1773 homestead in the Cape Winelands Once mostly exclusively [...]

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Luxury Wine Auction: Strauss & Co Presents Italy, Spain and Portugal Fine Wine Collection

Grace Mumo — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0000

Featuring sought-after Barolo, Brunello di Montalcino, Rioja, Ribera del Duero and more. Strauss & Co are proud to offer an exquisite list of wines from three great wine-producing nations. The Luxury Wine Auction: Strauss & Co Presents Italy, Spain and Portugal Fine Wine Collection. The majority of the 233 lots going under the hammer are from [...]

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The Oubaas Takes Centre Stage At Groot Phesantekraal This July

Grace Mumo — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0000

This winter, Groot Phesantekraal invites guests to discover wine through a fresh lens with The Oubaas, the featured drink for July and part of the farm’s recently launched collection of signature wine cocktails developed in collaboration with flavour innovator Julian Short, better known as The Flavourist. Available throughout July at the restaurant, The Oubaas is a vibrant Sauvignon [...]

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Zomerlust Boutique Hotel Reopens in Paarl

Grace Mumo — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0000

Zomerlust Boutique Hotel reopens in Paarl with 15 design-led suites, fire-driven dining, and a deeply considered return to its 17th-century roots. After an intense renovation and thoughtful refurbishment, Paarl icon Zomerlust Boutique Hotel is now open to the public. Fifteen luxury rooms and suites designed by local talent Misi Overturf take their visual cues from [...]

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Getting to know Liandra Kotzé, Vinimark’s Brand Portfolio Director

Grace Mumo — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0000

When Liandra Kotzé joined Vinimark as Brand Portfolio Director at the start of 2026, she brought more than 25 years of experience in the wine industry, spanning finance, brand strategy, commercial leadership and customer marketing. But beyond her extensive industry experience, Liandra brings a thoughtful perspective on where South African wine stands today and where [...]

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The Wines That Built South Africa – The Auction That Tells The Story

Grace Mumo — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0000

South Africa inherited Muscat, fortified wine traditions, Chenin Blanc and distillation from Europe. It invented Pinotage. It transformed Chenin Blanc from a workhorse grape into a fine-wine benchmark. It resurrected Vin de Constance from extinction. And in places like Calitzdorp, it turned Portuguese varieties and Port traditions into something unmistakably South African. Strauss & Co’s [...]

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Chenin Blanc: From workhorse to world stage

Grace Mumo — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0000

South Africa’s most underestimated grape has become its greatest global statement. For decades, Chenin Blanc was treated as an afterthought. It was the grape you planted for yield, not for legacy – cropped heavily, sent to co-ops, often destined for distillation. Reliable, yes. Respected, no and now South Africa Chenin Blanc: from workhorse to world [...]

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Avontuur’s 2026 Harvest Delivered Early Momentum and Exceptional Promise

Grace Mumo — Mon, 25 May 2026 08:00:00 +0000

Stellenbosch, South Africa, May 2026 — There’s a moment just before the rosy sunrise on the Helderberg where all is still. Then, almost instantly, the stillness gives way to movement as the harvest begins. Grape scissors clip, bins fill, and the cellar comes to life. In 2026, that moment came earlier for Avontuur Estate than [...]

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From Cellar to Investment: Brice & Burnett Elevates Luxury Wine in Africa

Grace Mumo — Thu, 07 May 2026 08:00:00 +0000

In every mature luxury category, there is a point where choice becomes noise and expertise becomes the only true filter. In South Africa’s fine wine market, Brice & Burnett (formerly known as Wine Cellar) has built its reputation on that principle, pairing curation with a client-first service culture that reflects the standards recognized by Luxury Lifestyle Awards. From Cellar [...]

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Moët & Chandon Marks A Decade in A Glass With Cellar Master Benoît Gouez in South Africa

Grace Mumo — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000

For nearly three centuries, Moët & Chandon marks a decade in a glass with cellar master Benoît Gouez in South Africa. Moët & Chandon has shaped its legacy through craft and patience, guided by the belief that time is as essential as terroir. At the heart of this philosophy lies the story of Moët & [...]

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Amura by Ángel León & Wolfgat Unite for Exclusive Four-Hands Dinner at Mount Nelson Cape Town

Grace Mumo — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000

This April, Amura by Ángel León at Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town welcomes acclaimed South African chef Kobus van der Merwe of Wolfgat for a rare four-hands collaboration shaped by a shared reverence for the ocean and the landscapes that define it. Taking place on 26 and 27 April 2026, the limited-seat experience [...]

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Five Years Of Perfection: Durbanville Unveils Latest Colab Sauvignon Blanc

Grace Mumo — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000

The highly anticipated 2026 Durbanville Sauvignon Blanc – the signature collaborative vintage from Cape Town’s premier Northern vineyards – has officially been signed off for release. Its first, much-anticipated public unveiling takes place at the region’s Sauvignon Soirée, on Friday, May 8. Durbanville Wine Valley celebrates Five Years Of Perfection: Durbanville Unveils Latest Colab Sauvignon [...]

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The Ultimate Luxury Wine Experience in South Africa’s Cape Winelands

Grace Mumo — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000

Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa invites guests to an exclusive winemaker’s evening on Saturday, 18 April at its signature restaurant, Bloom, in collaboration with Boschendal Wine Estate. Set against the legacy of Boschendal’s remarkable 340-year heritage, this intimate experience brings together expressive wines and a meticulously curated menu, offering a sophisticated journey through South Africa’s [...]

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Launch of The Perfect Espresso Martini: A Luxury Design Collaboration Rooted in Craft between Fieldbar x and Weylandts

Grace Mumo — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 23:01:05 +0000

The time it takes to yield a coffee bean, the right temperature, an ice-cold glass, the ideal roast: the making of the perfect espresso martini is a story of craft. One that begins with a deep respect for materiality and a commitment to intention is the launch of the perfect Espresso Martini a luxury design [...]

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Christina Cap Classique Is One of South Africa’s Most Celebrated Luxury Wines

Grace Mumo — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000

For winemaker Danelle Conradie, life, much like Cap Classique, is about balance, enduring patience, and unwavering focus. With nearly 30 years of experience, locally and abroad, she brings a mix of meticulous detailing, deep knowledge and creative energy to Christina Cap Classique, the apex collection of Van Loveren Family Vineyards in Robertson. Christina Cap Classique [...]

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