AT THE time of writing, word on the grapevine was that arrangements were at an advanced stage in preparation for a public tasting of wines that excelled at the prestigious 2022 Trophy Wine Show. Not long to wait, apparently. In the meantime, the month of August already offers plenty of opportunities for wine lovers to venture out and about – just click on the links for more info or to buy tickets.

 

4 AUGUST
Cabernet through the Ages

A tasting presented by the Stellenbosch Cabernet [Sauvignon] Collective at Ernie Els Wines in the Helderberg. Current-releases and older vintages poured by the producers.

4 – 9 AUGUST
Wine Town

A week-long programme of events staged by members of the various Stellenbosch Wine Routes. Food and wine, tastings and pairings, lunches and dinners, music.

5 & 6 AUGUST
Stellenbosch Wine Festival

Presented in the town hall: Alto, Boschkloof, Cavalli, Compagniesdrift, Groenland, Hartenberg, Hidden Valley, Kaapzicht, Lanzerac, Middelvlei, Morgenster, Neethlingshof, Peter Falke, Remhoogte, Villiera, Spier, Weltevreden, Zevenwacht.

7 AUGUST
Bottelary Hills Wine & Food Pairing

Stellenbosch wine tasting and lunch at Beyerskloof. The wines: Bellevue, Beyerskloof, Groenland, Hartenberg, Hazendal, Kaapzicht, Kanu, Koelenhof, Kunjani, Mooiplaas, Villiera.

9 AUGUST
Celebrating Chenin

Launch of the Chenin Blanc ‘style indicator’. The venue: Stellenrust, Helderberg. The wines: Cavalli, Delheim, Hazendal, Jordan, Kaapzicht, Ken Forrester, Kleine Zalze, Ladybird, L’Avenir, Miles Mossop, Rascallion, Stellenrust, Zevenwacht.

17 AUGUST
Grenache: Unsung Hero in New Era

Wine Cellar in Observatory, Cape Town, takes a close look at the diversity of this aromatically intriguing variety. The finest Grenache from SA, as well as Rioja and the Southern Rhône. From delicate to powerful.

18 AUGUST
Grenache: Unsung Hero in New Era

Wine Cellar in Dunkeld / Randburg, Johannesburg, takes a close look at the diversity of this aromatically intriguing variety. The finest Grenache from SA, as well as Rioja and the Southern Rhône. From delicate to powerful.

24 AUGUST
Dine Durbanville

A seven-course degustation menu and wine pairing presented by Diemersdal and The Farm Eatery, Klein Roosboom and the Jéan Restaurant, Groot Phesantekraal and Loch Lynne Wine Estate, venue for the evening.

24 AUGUST
Top 10 Cape Bordeaux Whites

Dry Dock Liquors in Parkhurst, Johannesburg, presents a tasting of the Top 10 in Winemag’s Prescient Report on SA Sauvignon Blancs and Sauvignon Blanc Semillon blends.

25 AUGUST
CWG Auction Showcase

An opportunity for Cape Town wine lovers to sample what’s been selected for sale at the Cape Winemakers Guild Auction. Cape Town International Convention Centre.

27 AUGUST
Cab Franc Carnival

Over 30 Cabernet Francs from over 20 wine producers will be represented at this fun event – including some of the winners of the 2022 Cab Franc Challenge. Hosted at Vrede en Lust, Simonsberg-Paarl / Simondium.

27 AUGUST
Fijnwyn Festival

A wine and food market, focusing on the Breede River Valley, at the Shokran events venue in Pretoria East.

31 AUGUST
CWG Auction Showcase

An opportunity for Gauteng wine lovers to sample what’s been selected for sale at the Cape Winemakers Guild Auction. The Galleria in Sandton, Johannesburg.

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