wine
Breakfast (And Lunch) Is Best Served In Franschhoek
13 Jan 2022 by Tayla / No Comments
Surrounded by the postcard-perfect Groot Drakenstein Mountains, Franschhoek is the perfect spot for your first meal of the day.
Awards Pour In For Franschhoek Winelands Gem
13 Dec 2021 by Tayla / No Comments
Not many local winemakers can boast of having a wine portfolio packed with five-star ratings and a Wine of the Year award.
Finally, The Research Red Wine Lovers Have Been Waiting For
21 Oct 2021 by Tayla / No Comments
A research paper has dug deeper into all the ways that a good red wine can make life seem more magical.
A Look At The Dynamic Functions Of Wine
13 Oct 2021 by Tayla / No Comments
It turns out, wine is useful beyond human consumption. It is also used as a sustainable fuel. Although, most of us still just want to drink it.
Sea Point Residents Aren’t Stoked About Their BP Selling Booze
27 Sep 2021 by Tayla / No Comments
An application for a liquor licence for the BP garage located on Regent Road at the Pick n Pay Express convenience store has been set forward.
Wine And Food Pairings Don’t Get Much Better Than This
20 Aug 2021 by Tayla / No Comments
Think ostrich tartare, slow-braised venison ravioli, and a pepper-crusted springbok loin, all paired to perfection with wines from one of our favourites.
Wine Fans Rejoice With A Red For Every Occasion
04 Aug 2021 by Tayla / No Comments
We still have a decent stretch of winter left before spring moves in with all its buds and blossoms, and that means there are still a few opportunities left to enjoy a satisfying glass of red wine.
Cape Wines Crush It In Prestigious US Tasting Review
05 Jul 2021 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
According to Wine Spectator, a leading US lifestyle magazine that focuses on wine and wine culture, we are very much spoilt for choice.
We’re In For A Cracking 2021 Wine Harvest
21 Jun 2021 by Tayla / No Comments
Thanks to cool temperatures, unusually high rainfall, and a late harvest, this year’s wine will be of “exceptional” quality.
Franschhoek And Bubbles – Say Hello To The Perfect Festival
22 Apr 2021 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
‘Follow the Bubbles’ will see nine very special Franschhoek venues pairing up with a Cap Classique house or two for a session of fabulous tasting, along with delicious food, live music, and loads of fun.
All Is Not Lost If You Miss Out On Chenin In The Winelands
09 Apr 2021 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The Chenin in the Winelands summer picnic is upon us, but those who are unable to make it shouldn’t wallow in self-pity.
They Tasted That Bottle Of Wine That Spent A Year In Space, And…
26 Mar 2021 by Carrie / No Comments
12 lucky connoisseurs got the chance to crack open an R89 000 bottle of wine, that has spent the last year in space.
Why People Around The World Can’t Get Enough Of SA Chardonnay
18 Mar 2021 by Carrie / No Comments
Chardonnay wasn’t always a firm favourite across the wine world, but South Africa can be credited with taking the wine to new heights and increasing international awareness.
We Found The Perfect Sunday Brunch Spot
03 Mar 2021 by Carrie / No Comments
If you’re looking for the ultimate brunch spot to laze away a Sunday morning, then you’ve come to the right place.
Consider The Ideal Franschhoek Wine Farm Day Out Sorted
23 Feb 2021 by Carrie / No Comments
Out of ideas for what to do this weekend? How about an excellent brekkie, some wine tasting, and an out of this world lunch?
Someone Just Forked Out A Fortune On This Bottle Of Wine
04 Feb 2021 by Carrie / No Comments
Some say that the more expensive a wine, the better it is, which is why I’m assuming that this 18-litre bottle of Liber Pater is liquid gold.
Celebrate The Booze Ban Ending With Three Tasty Specials
02 Feb 2021 by Carrie / No Comments
We can finally replenish the wine racks and cellars, and what better way to do that than with some unbeatable wine specials?
SA Gem Features On Wine Destination ‘Bucket List’
25 Jan 2021 by Carrie / No Comments
Planning a future trip does wonders for the pandemic blues, and planning one centred around wine really lifts the mood. There’s also a great option close to home.
Lift The Ban: Struggling Wine Industry Pens Open Letter To Ramaphosa
22 Jan 2021 by Carrie / No Comments
In an open letter to President Ramaphosa, key players in the wine industry have said that it won’t survive if the ban on sales and onsite consumption of alcohol continues.
New Lockdown Restrictions Make Wine Farm Visits Even More Appealing
15 Dec 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
The sale of alcohol from retail outlets is once again restricted to set days and hours during the week, with one notable exception. Hello, wine farms.
The Internet Is Revolutionising How We Enjoy Good Wine
10 Dec 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Through online courses, at-home tastings, and online shopping, the pandemic has fundamentally changed the way that we enjoy wine.
Three Five-Star Ratings That Stand Out From The Latest Platter’s Wine Guide
13 Nov 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
A team of experts ranks hundreds of producers and brands, and thousands of individual wines, so cracking a five-star rating is a pretty big deal.
Three Stunning Wine Farms Worth Visiting This Summer
05 Nov 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Nothing screams summer quite like sipping on a glass of wine while taking in a spectacular view.
Big Winners From The Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show 2020
06 Oct 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
There’s a wine that we have a particular fondness for here at 2OV, and it just took home a rather prestigious award.
An Idiot’s Guide To Reading A Wine Label
29 Sep 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Facing a wall of unfamiliar wine bottles can frustrate even the most worldly consumer. Thankfully, there’s a simple way to make things a little easier.
Steak And Syrah – Win Cases Of Wine And Celebrate Heritage Month
11 Sep 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
National Heritage Day is almost upon us, and if you like your steak with fine wine, there’s a competition with your name on it.
Our Top Five Favourite Ways To Open Wine Without A Bottle Opener
27 Aug 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
There are few things worse than hankering for a glass of wine, before realising that you have no idea where the corkscrew is.
Level 2 Euphoria: How To Get The Rupert Wines Optima (2016) For R183, Before The Public Even Sees It
19 Aug 2020 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
I’m not a ‘member’ of many loyalty programs. I’m still wondering what the whole Woolies MySchool thing is all about. Do I just keep swiping? Until when? And yes, packets please – I left my bags at home.
SA Wine Industry Headed For Jobs “Bloodbath”
18 Aug 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
You never, ever want to read the words “jobs” and “bloodbath” in the same sentence, but these are the times in which we live.
Fans Of Italy Will Love This Superb ‘Survival Box’
17 Aug 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
We may not be able to holiday in Italy, but that doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy some of the country’s finest treats.
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