wine – Luxury Xclusives

South Africa Makes World-Class Winemakers But Does It Make World-Class Wine Businesses?

Grace Mumo — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0000

A winemaker spends years mastering fermentation, soil science and sensory analysis. Then they open a wine business and discover nobody taught them how to read a balance sheet, build a brand or have a conversation with their marketing team. South Africa has spent decades perfecting the craft of wine, but the harder question is whether [...]

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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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5 Reasons the Mimosa was made for the African Bush

Grace Mumo — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0000

The classic G&T will always own the sundowner as a sacred ritual of the African bush. But there’s a quieter, equally magical moment, when wildlife drift down to the watering hole just in time for brunch. Enter the Mimosa. Bonang Matheba, founder of The House of BNG, shares her ready-to-drink reasons why you should raise [...]

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Moments Made To Be Shared: Moët & Chandon And Pharrell Williams Introduce A New Chapter Of Celebration

Grace Mumo — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Moët & Chandon is setting the tone for seasonal celebrations, unveiling Moët & Chandon Ice Impérial by Pharrell Williams – an ode to shared moments, spontaneity and the Maison’s timeless commitment to the art of living. After the grand reveal in Paris, the collaboration travels south to Saint-Tropez, the iconic setting that first inspired the [...]

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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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Something Is Stirring At Groot Phesantekraal, And It Starts With Wine

Grace Mumo — Thu, 28 May 2026 08:00:00 +0000

Wine has always welcomed a little experimentation. Long before cocktails became a category of their own, wine was being infused with botanicals, warmed with spice and poured generously in celebration around shared tables. Something Is Stirring At Groot Phesantekraal, And It Starts With Wine. This World Cocktail Day Groot Phesantekraal embraces that spirit of creativity [...]

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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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Zimbali Lakes Clubhouse Now Open -A New Era of Golf, Lifestyle and Luxury Unveiled on the North Coast

Grace Mumo — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000

The Zimbali Lakes Clubhouse now open, A new era of golf, lifestyle and luxury unveiled on the North Coast, to both residents and the public. Following a series of boutique gatherings throughout April — from an intimate residents’ dinner to exclusive media and influencer experiences — the journey culminated in a grand opening celebration on [...]

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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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