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Vacation Mavens Travel PodcastFood & Wine Journey Through Chilean WinelandsIf you like culinary or wine travel, you need to put the Chilean Winelands on your travel bucket list. Tamara just came back from a two-week trip to Chile including the Atacama Desert and the Winelands. Episode Highlights: The wine regions are south and west of Santiago It is easy to drive through these regions but it is still recommended to get a driver for days when you are doing wine tasting Two hours south of Santiago is the Colchagua Region that is known for its red wine including Malbec, Bordeaux blends, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Carmenere...2025-05-1331 min
Travel Tuesday with TeresaSouth Africa | Travel Tuesday with TeresaHighlights you’ll discover:
- Cape Town
- Winelands
- Kruger National Park
- Bush + Beach + City + Countryside/Winelands
- and more…
South Africa combines and unveils the intricacies of this
fascinating land, where sophisticated cities boast European charm, landscapes and mountains dazzle the eye and plains teem with wildlife.
South Africa safaris are also a cultural experience,
taking you beyond its vast stretches of wilderness and revealing the country's historic charm and social diversity. Visit the lush Cape Winelands and its ico...2025-01-1454 min
HelderbergFM 93.6Business Lunch With Lindie - 12 December 2024📢 Exciting News! 📢 Lise Van Der Berg and Clive Silva of Hop On Shuttles featured on #BusinessLunchWithLindie today🚐 Hop On Shuttles offers convenient, reliable and affordable transport in and around the Winelands. They are dedicated to serving their cherished passengers, promising more than just transportation – they deliver peace of mind, reliability, and a touch of familial care. With every mile they cover, their mission is to ensure that every family and friend feels safe, valued, and welcomed aboard. ❤️ Both Lise and Clive are seasoned entrepreneurs. Lise, with her unwavering positive attitude and proven track record of self-motivation, thrives as a self-starter in fast-paced e...2024-12-1220 min
HelderbergFm 93.6Business Lunch With Lindie - 12 December 2024📢 Exciting News! 📢 Lise Van Der Berg and Clive Silva of Hop On Shuttles featured on #BusinessLunchWithLindie today🚐 Hop On Shuttles offers convenient, reliable and affordable transport in and around the Winelands. They are dedicated to serving their cherished passengers, promising more than just transportation – they deliver peace of mind, reliability, and a touch of familial care. With every mile they cover, their mission is to ensure that every family and friend feels safe, valued, and welcomed aboard. ❤️ Both Lise and Clive are seasoned entrepreneurs. Lise, with her unwavering positive attitude and proven track record of self-motivation, thrives as a self-starter in fast-paced e...2024-12-1220 min
Jetsetting with JanetWinelands ExploreWinelands Explore is the only online directory of all the wine farms around the country.
A unique website designed to help locals and international visitors to find their ideal wine estate. The bespoke filter system allows one to easily navigate through our beautiful winelands by using filters such as regions, facilities, amenities, attractions and more.2024-12-0610 min
HelderbergFM 93.6Business Lunch With Lindie - 5 December 2024Exciting news! Nicola Toet of Winelands Explore featured on #BusinessLunchWithCoachLindie today!
Winelands Explore is the premier online directory for all wine farms nationwide, featuring unique filters to help you plan your perfect day out.
This innovative and handy website is designed to assist both locals and international visitors in finding their ideal wine estate. With a bespoke filter system, you can effortlessly navigate the beautiful Winelands by selecting options such as regions, facilities, amenities, attractions, and more.
Curious about which wine estates offer activities for children? Looking for dining options or wine pairings? Whether you want to savour delicious food...2024-12-0521 min
HelderbergFm 93.6Business Lunch With Lindie - 5 December 2024Exciting news! Nicola Toet of Winelands Explore featured on #BusinessLunchWithCoachLindie today! Winelands Explore is the premier online directory for all wine farms nationwide, featuring unique filters to help you plan your perfect day out. This innovative and handy website is designed to assist both locals and international visitors in finding their ideal wine estate. With a bespoke filter system, you can effortlessly navigate the beautiful Winelands by selecting options such as regions, facilities, amenities, attractions, and more. Curious about which wine estates offer activities for children? Looking for dining options or wine pairings? Whether you want to savour delicious food...2024-12-0521 min
Story Time with Joshua EadySteven & Aimee Kitshoff Bomb Squad Lager, Springboks World Cup Wins, Partying with the StormersA huge thank you to Buub, South Africa's first 100% organic sunscreen, for more information visit https://buub.co.za/
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See you at the WInelands 10's alongside Steven, Aimee and a few familiar Springbok faces to watch the Buub Babes take on both, netball and beerpong!
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The Beaches Podcast™Cape Town, South Africa: Discover Table Mountain, Robben Island, and the Cape WinelandsIn this captivating episode of 'The Beaches Podcast,' we invite you to explore the enchanting coastline of Cape Town, South Africa. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty and rich history that define this iconic destination. From the majestic Table Mountain offering panoramic views to the poignant history of Robben Island, we'll uncover the stories and sights that make Cape Town a must-visit for travelers. Journey with us through the lush Cape Winelands, where world-class wines and stunning landscapes await. Whether you're planning your next adventure or dreaming of distant shores, this episode is filled with travel tips, local...2024-10-1504 min
Sip & Grow The PodcastPinotageSouth African wine for the win today… I open up a Pinotage grown in the Neethlingshof Estate located in the heart of Cape’s Winelands which are located in the region western Cape in South Africa. This estate literally is breathtaking and their wines embody a taste of traditional Cape culture blended with influences from both Africa & Europe. This estate is one of South Africa’s most historic wine estates; it goes back more than 300 years. What I love about this estate is that everything is done onsite (harvest, winemaking, bottling, etc) and they are all about...2024-09-1816 min
The Liberty Tree Society ProgramSpecial 2024 NRB Interview: Desmond DentonCheck out his website, desmonddenton.com, Facebook and Instagram Desmond Denton is an award winning filmmaker who walks with a strong vision of creativity on the one hand and the practical execution of it on the other; it’s where fantasy meets reality. Desmond is a South African born filmmaker currently residing between Cape Town, Washington DC and Moscow. His affair with film has been over twelve years in the making where he has directed and produced various productions. He studied BA film directing/ writing, honours in communication science and continued in post graduate psychology as well as Mas...2024-04-0417 min
Yamke Molo - DJ MixesHouse Horizons EP 3 - Winelands Afro House MixHouse Horizons: Episode Three – "Winelands Afro House Mix" beckons you into the lush embrace of the Winelands. This episode celebrates the rich tapestry of South African music, blending the deep, spiritual rhythms of Afro tech and the vibrant beats of Afro house. As harmonic essence of this music unfolds, the tranquil vistas of the Winelands estate provide a captivating canvas, where each beat resonates with the region's serene beauty. In this episode, the vibrant energy of the music intertwines with the picturesque tranquility of the Winelands, crafting an auditory and visual feast that transcends the ordinary. Let the "Winelands House Mi...2024-03-2555 min
Putumayo World Music HourAcoustic EuropeTake a break from the frenzy of modern life with us this week as we explore the softer, quieter side of European Music. Let yourself slow down and relax to the acoustic rhythms of some of the brightest balladeers and singer-songwriters from Italy, France, Germany, Spain and the UK.
Featuring:
1. Presque Oui - L’ongle (from the album “Sauvez les Meubles" & "Paris” on Sostenuto / Putumayo)
2. 2raumwohnung - Liebe (from the album “Melancholisch Schon" & "Music from the Winelands” on It-Sounds / BMG / It Worx / Putumayo)
3. Kate Rusby - Let Me Be (from the album “Underneath the Stars” on Compass Records)
4. Jarabe de Palo - Entre L...2024-02-1959 min
HelderbergFm 93.6Business Lunch With Lindie - 26 October 2023We are excited to announce that Wouter Du Preez, the owner of Winelands Solar joined us as our guest on #BusinessLunchWithLindie. Winelands Solar is an established solar energy specialist based in the Western Cape. They have a reputable track record of designing, installing, and commissioning high-quality solar energy solutions for residential, agricultural, and commercial/industrial purposes. They have the technical expertise to design and implement custom solar energy solutions for your home or business. Winelands Solar is committed to providing excellent service and takes pride in delivering high-quality solar energy solutions. So, why should you choose Winelands Solar? 📻 93.6fm | 💻 helderbergfm.co.za...2023-10-2621 min
World Wide Honeymoon Travel PodcastHow to Spend 2 Days in Franschhoek in the Winelands of South AfricaSpending 2 days in Franschhoek in the Winelands of South Africa is incredible. Between the stunning mountains, delicious wines, and great food, you’ll easily fall in love. So in this podcast episode, we’re talking about how to spend 2 days in the Wineland’s of South Africa while using Franschhoek as a base. Learn all about the Franschhoek Wine Tram, the best wineries, and a delightful restaurant in this podcast episode. Don’t forget to follow along! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worldwidehoneymoon Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/worldwidehoneymoon TikTok: https://www.tiktok...2023-08-1635 min
This Week in Travel from Turning Left for LessThis Week in Travel Episode 5 - Cape Town and WinelandsIn this episode, I'll be coverering the latest travel news and offers as well as reporting from Cape Town and the Winelands. Find out why it is one of my favourite winter sun destinations and how to use your miles and points for your trip.2023-02-1022 min
Putumayo World Music HourAcoustic EuropeTake a break from the frenzy of modern life with us this week as we explore the softer, quieter side of European Music. Let yourself slow down and relax to the acoustic rhythms of some of the brightest balladeers and singer-songwriters from Italy, France, Germany, Spain and the UK.
Episode 22.11
Airtime: March 7-13, 2022
Featuring:
1. Presque Oui - L’ongle (from the album “Sauvez les Meubles / Paris” on Sostenuto / Putumayo)
2. 2raumwohnung - Liebe (from the album “Melancholisch Schon / Music from the Winelands” on It-Sounds / BMG / It Worx / Putumayo)
3. Kate Rusby - Let Me Be (from the album “Underneath the Stars” on Compass Record...2022-03-0759 min
Great Governance ZA hosted by Dr HarlanSeason 2 Episode3: In conversation with Paul Siguqa, owner of the Klein Goederust in the Cape Winelands District MunicipalityOns kom van plaas werkers af, saved for 15 years and got in by buying a run-down farm with our own money says Paul Siguqa owner of the Klein Goederust in the Cape Winelands District Municipality.2022-02-0214 min
Leigh-Anne WilliamsInterview with Executive Mayor, Alderman Dr Helena von Schlicht: Tourism In The Cape WinelandsThe Pandemic has hit tourism in the Cape Winelands hard. Dr von Schlicht chats with Leigh-Anne Williams about the problems that they are facing in the district, sheds light on the diverse activities that the area has to offer and tells us more about their slogan "A Thousand Things To Do.. And Then Some Wine".2021-05-0608 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with with Belinda D'Alba and Steven Vos, Team AFRICAN WINES, NetherlandsAfrican Wines is a specialist wine company offering a vast selection of premium, boutique and ethical wines from South Africa to the discerning wine enthusiast. African Wines work with entrepreneurs in the Netherlands and in South Africa, who have their hearts in the right place and want to give their guest or customer a special experience.
2021-03-0343 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Tanja Beutler, Co-Founder, CAPE TOWN WINE HUB, Western Cape, SAAbout The Winelands welcomes Tanja Beutler, Co-Founder of the Cape Town Wine Hub, situated in Strand, Western Cape. Tap into a wealth of wine-related services, all in one spot, conveniently close to producers and routes to market. Cape Town Wine Hub offers bonded storage; national and international transport and delivery; reworks; administration; labelling and related wine industry services all under one roof while providing convenience and efficiency for the client.2021-02-2227 min
About The WinelandsAn interview with Gavin Meiring, Founder and Shareholder of TASTE OF TULBAGHTaste Of Tulbagh Brings Superb Award Winning Wines From Estates In Tulbagh Right To Your Door.
Often described as the Valley of Abundance, Tulbagh has its own unique beauty and tranquility. Pieter Potter, surveyor general to the first governor of the Cape, Jan van Riebeeck must have felt this way back in 1658 when first setting eyes on the Tulbagh Valley. However he would not have known then that one day the valley was to produce a wide range of exquisite wines.
Tulbagh is the fourth oldest town in South Africa (after Cape Town, Stellenbosch and...2021-02-1223 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Emmeke van der Meulen, Founding Member, STUDIO ANTIQUES, Somerset WestAbout the Winelands welcome the Founding member of Studio Antiques, Emmeke van der Meulen. The Studio Antiques team, are trained and dedicated in providing conservation and restoration of antique and fine furniture using only traditional, natural, authentic reversible products and techniques. Studio Antiques respect each and every piece of furniture to retain its value during restoration and/or conservation process. Since establishment in 1990, their continued dedicated passion today is to maintain a high standard of ethics and professionalism, promoting the restoration and preservation of our heritage in South Africa.
More information and contact details...2021-02-0436 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Johan Malan, Owner and Winemaker at SIMONSIG, StellenboschSimonsig Wine Estate is synonymous with the history of the South African wine industry, the Stellenbosch wine region, and the Malan family name. These elements are intertwined in this family-owned farm, where the late Frans Malan produced the first bottle of our much-loved Kaapse Vonkel, South Africaʼs first Méthode Cap Classique made in the classic bottle-fermented style. He is also honoured for co-founding the thriving Stellenbosch Wine Route, a first in its time. Today, his legacy lives on through his sons, Francois and Johan, and grandchildren Francois-Jacques, Christelle and Michael, the 2nd and 3rd Malan generations at...2020-12-0950 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Chef Cornelle Minie, Head of Kitchen, THE LONGTABLE, Haskell Vineyards, South AfricaGOOD CHEFS COOK BECAUSE THEY HAVE TO, GREAT CHEFS COOK BECAUSE THEY WANT TO! "I studied at Silwood Kitchens in Rondebosch and did a 3 year Grande Diploma course. Started as a trainee at Terroir Restaurant under the supervision of Michael Broughton. Then I travelled abroad to Peebles in Scotland, where I got to work at a Boutique hotel and restaurant with their own fresh produce garden. That is where my love for fresh seasonal food started. After returning to South Africa I have worked my way through a few wine farms such as Big Easy, Cuvee @ Simonsig and...2020-11-1000 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Bronwyn Amm, Founder and Owner Hooked On Salmon, Cape TownABOUT THE WINELANDS #65 An Interview with Bronwyn Amm, Founder and Owner Hooked On Salmon, Cape Town "The Salmon frenzy has begun. A mother of two & wife to a wonderful man, living in Cape Town, I am so excited to have the opportunity to supply quality Salmon & Trout to friends and family direct to their door. My highly acclaimed supplier has 25 years experience in the Salmon business and is a preferred supplier to boutique hotels, B&Bs and retail outlets. Nutritionally dense & something of a new ‘Superfood’ Salmon has many health benefits. So come...2020-11-0100 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Boela Gerber, Cape Wine Master and Winemaker at GROOT CONSTANTIA, Constantia, South AfricaAbout The Winelands welcomes Cape Wine Master and Winemaker at Groot Constantia, Boela Gerber. Boela joined Groot Constantia as winemaker in 2001. Groot Constantia is South Africa's oldest wine farm (335 years old in 2020) is also one of the oldest brands in the world which has reached iconic status.
It all began in 1679, when Simon van der Stel was appointed by the Dutch East India Company to govern the Cape of Good Hope. After years of loyal service, he requested land from the Company. He periodically sent out riders to collect soil samples. In 1685 he chose 891 morgen...2020-10-1600 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Barbara Mackenzie, Operations Manager HASKELL VINEYARDS, Stellenbosch, South AfricaHaskell Vineyards is located in Stellenbosch, South Africa. Currently Haskell Vineyards estate of 23 hectares has 14 hectares planted under vine, with grape varietals including Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Shiraz, all under the watchful eye of Rudolph Steenkamp since 2018. Approximately up to 60 000 bottles a year, half of which is sold within South Africa, the remainder exported throughout Africa, Europe, Asia and America. About Barbara Mackenzie - Operations Manager for Haskell Vineyards and the Longtable Restaurant "Born and raised in Austria, I joined the Haskell Team in 2011 as House Manager for the Haskell Group. When my two...2020-10-1400 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Barry Scholfield, Founder and Owner of the WINE GAMES South AfricaABOUT THE WINELANDS welcomes Barry Scholfield, Founder and Owner of the Wine Games and Somm.co.za Wine Games is a fun, informative, interactive, gamified wine tasting from the comfort of your own home. Spend a night-in traveling the world of wine from the comfort of your sofa while testing your palate against the rest of Mzansi. Or, gather a rabble and compete in real time from the palm of your hand while the Wine Games designated sommelier team guides you along the journey, on the big screen, in real time, high definition, from their studio in the Stellenbosch...2020-10-1200 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Heidi Dietstein, Winemaker at SPIER, Stellenbosch, South AfricaAbout The Winelands welcomes Heidi Dietstein, Winemaker at Spier located in Stellenbosch, South Africa. Heidi specializes in making Methode Cap Classique and Premium - Super premium red wines. Spier is one of South Africa’s oldest wine farms with a recorded history dating back to 1692. While rooted in this heritage, they have a vibrant and conscious energy, and are home to one of the largest collections of contemporary South African art.
"Our wines are among the most awarded in the country. Visit us, and enjoy them paired with wholesome, tasty food made with ingredients grown ei...2020-08-3116 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Sjaak Nelson, Winemaker JORDAN WINE ESTATE, Stellenbosch, South AfricaAbout The Winelands welcomes Pieter "Bubbles" Ferreira, GRAHAM BECK situated in Robertson, South Africa. The foundations for the success of the Graham Beck brand were laid in 1983 when the late Graham Beck purchased Madeba, a farm located outside the Western Cape town of Robertson. It was his ardent ambition to establish a world-class winery in this area that saw the erection of a state-of-the-art cellar and groundbreaking tasting facility, ensuring the growing reputation of Graham Beck MCC as a leading international wine destination. Affectionately known as “Mr Bubbles”, Pieter Ferreira eats, drinks and breathes bubbles! Pieter has been...2020-08-3126 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Pieter "Bubbles" Ferreira, GRAHAM BECK, Robertson, South AfricaAbout The Winelands welcomes Pieter "Bubbles" Ferreira, GRAHAM BECK situated in Robertson, South Africa. The foundations for the success of the Graham Beck brand were laid in 1983 when the late Graham Beck purchased Madeba, a farm located outside the Western Cape town of Robertson. It was his ardent ambition to establish a world-class winery in this area that saw the erection of a state-of-the-art cellar and groundbreaking tasting facility, ensuring the growing reputation of Graham Beck MCC as a leading international wine destination. Affectionately known as “Mr Bubbles”, Pieter Ferreira eats, drinks and breathes bubbles! Pieter has been...2020-08-3137 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Matthew Day, Winemaker KLEIN CONSTANTIA, South AfricaAbout The Winelands welcomes Matthew Day, Winemaker at Klein Constantia situated in Constantia, South Africa. Dating back to 1685 and described as one of the world’s most beautiful wine estates, Klein Constantia is set amidst ancient trees on the upper foothills of the Constantiaberg, with views across False Bay. The perfect location for cool climate wines, Klein Constantia produces some of South Africa’s top wines, including one of the world’s best natural sweet wines, Vin de Constance.
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About The WinelandsAn interview with Emma Bruwer, Winemaker at LE LUDE ESTATE, Franschhoek, South AfricaABOUT THE WINELANDS welcomes Emma Bruwer, Winemaker at Le Lude Estate situated in Franschhoek, South Africa. Le Lude, a wine farm in the picturesque Franschhoek Valley of South Africa’s Western Cape, follows an ethos committed to its founding family and the crafting of naturally bottle-fermented sparkling wines, known as Cap Classique.
Here the Barrow family have made their home, writing a new chapter in a premier wine region where French Huguenots, fleeing persecution for their religious beliefs, landed in the Cape and began making wines in Franschhoek as far back as 1693. The pioneering ap...2020-08-3123 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Lukas Wentzel, Winemaker, GROOTE POST, in Darling, South AfricaAbout The Winelands welcomes Lukas Wentzel, Winemaker at Groote Post, situated in the Darling Hills of South Africa. Lukas has been winemaker at Groote Post since 2000 where Groote Post has grown from strength to strength with him at the helm. Groote Post is a historic 18th century farm on the Cape's West Coast where winemaking traditions have been revived by the Pentz family, third and fourth generation dairymen, namely Peter and Nick Pentz.
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About The WinelandsAn Interview with Callan Williams, Founder & Winemaker, THE GARAJEEST, South AfricaABOUT THE WINELANDS welcomes Callan Williams, founder and winemaker, "The Garajeest", South Africa. The Garajeest is a premium, handcrafted wine brand. Focused on the unconventional and a creative spirit, Callan’s dream of making wine that has edge, authenticity, character and convincingly translates the honest and down to earth character of the cultivar, is now being realised. The Garajeest Cabernet Franc & The Garajeest Semillon - both produced in limited numbers - are inspired by icons that embody a time and movement that resonates with the unique taste profile of each vintage. The Garajeest creates wines that are cu...2020-08-2733 min
About The WinelandsAn interview with Martin Cahnbley, Founder of PLANET WINE, New ZealandAbout The Winelands welcomes Martin Cahnbley, Founder of Planet Wine, New Zealand. He was born in Germany and grew up in South Africa. "I was lucky enough to attend the University of Cape Town, close to some of the most beautiful and welcoming vineyards and wineries in the world. I started collecting red wines from the exceptional 1978 South African vintage and the cellar continues to grow. I have been involved in marketing roles in the wine industry in South Africa, Australia, New Zealand and further afield since 1987, and founded Planet Wine in 2003."
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About The WinelandsAn Interview with Erica Taylor, Founder of UNCORKIFIED, PR and Marketing ProfessionalAbout The Winelands welcomes Erica Taylor, Founder of Uncorkified.com. Erica is an Independent PR & Marketing Professional since 2009 with over 16 years of international industry experience and Wine industry focused since 2017. Erica has lived in New York, Mumbai and currently resides Cape Town, South Africa.
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About The WinelandsAn Interview with Marinda Blake, Owner BLAKE FAMILY WINES, Swartland region of South AfricaBLAKE FAMILY WINES - Owners Andries & Marinda Blake have a commitment to quality and are passionate about crafting exceptional wines. They nurture their wines and create gems. This philosophy has led to naming their two flagship blends after semi-precious stones – Tourmaline and Amethyst.
READ MORE HERE - https://bitmedia24.com/about-the-winelands-52-an-interview-with-marinda-blake-owner-blake-family-wines-swartland-region-of-south-africa/ PROMOTION - Get 15% discount on Blake Family Wines - use ABOUT THE WINELANDS as the promo code - https://www.blakefamilywines.com/
PROMOTION - Get 15% discount on Blake Family Wines - use ABOUT THE WINELANDS as the promo code Bl...2020-08-1426 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Colyn Truter, Chairman and Founding Member of CAPE SITE SPECIFIC wines, South AfricaCAPE SITE SPECIFIC - The members are made up of a collection of small independent producers together with single family generation winemakers producing wine from their respective estates.
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"We believe that through Cape Site Specific we can start to educate, inform and change perceptions of the national and international Trade, Media and consumers on the significance of our diversity within our respective appellations. Although all producers don’t necessarily believe in all four aspects of terroir, we agree that it has an influence on the character and identity of...2020-08-1140 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with KEN FORRESTER, Owner of Ken Forrester Vineyards and Wines, Stellenbosch, South AfricaAbout The Winelands welcomes Ken Forrester of Ken Forrester Wines, which is situated on the slopes of the Helderberg Mountain, in the heart of South Africa’s most famous wine region Stellenbosch. Over the years the Ken Forrester range of top quality wines have received massive national and international acclaim with literally hundreds of awards and accolades.
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The history of the farm dates back to 1689 and was first named Scholtzenhof, one of the oldest farms in Stellenbosch. After a succession of owners and hard times especially in the 1990's, th...2020-07-3148 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview Gerhard van der Watt, CEO of PERDEBERG WINES, Paarl, South AfricaAbout The Wineland welcomes Gerhard van der Watt, the Chief Executive Officer of Perdeberg Wines, situated in Paarl, South Africa. Perdeberg Cellar has one primary mission: “To create wines of excellence and difference.” Valuing long term relationships and seeking to establish value added relationships beyond the obvious.
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About The WinelandsAn Interview with De Bruyn Steenkamp, Owner and CWM, FRIESLAND Wines, Stellenbosch, SOUTH AFRICALocated in the Bottelary Hills, with elevated south-west facing slopes overlooking Table Bay, the Steenkamp farms Friesland and Groenland are ideally situated for producing the finest quality Stellenbosch varieties. Friesland is also a province in the northern part of The Netherlands, and hence honours the Dutch heritage of the first Steenkamps settling in the Cape during the late 1600’s.
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De Bruyn and Piet are the 4th generation Steenkamp's farming on the family land, with De Bruyn managing the Friesland business and Piet the Groenland business. Their winemaker si...2020-07-1525 min
About The WinelandsABOUT THE WINELANDS #46 - Meet Arco Laarman, Founder and Owner, LAARMAN WINES, South AfricaAfter nearly a decade as cellarmaster of an elite Paarl based estate and creating award-winning wines, acclaimed South African winemaker Arco Laarman ventured out and created Laarman Wines to further his passion for the art of winemaking. READ MORE HERE - https://bitmedia24.com/about-the-winelands-46-meet-arco-laarman-founder-and-owner-laarman-wines-south-africa/2020-07-1233 min
About The WinelandsAn interview with Vincent and Fiona Bührer of Family Owned SAXENBURG Wine Estate, Stellenbosch, South AfricaABOUT THE WINELANDS welcomes Vincent and Fiona Bührer, brother and sister team and owners of Saxenburg Wine Estate, situated in Stellenbosch, South Africa. The Saxenburg mission is to share their wines with enthusiasts around the globe to create wonderful and lasting moments. READ MORE HERE - https://bitmedia24.com/about-the-winelands-45-meet-vincent-and-fiona-buhrer-of-family-owned-saxenburg-wine-estate/2020-07-1031 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Deidre Taylor, Sales & Marketing Manager, KANONKOP Wine Estate, South AfricaABOUT THE WINELANDS welcomes Deidre Taylor, the Sales and Marketing Manager for Kanonkop Wine Estate which is situated in Stellenbosch, South Africa. Kanonkop is a 4th generation family-owned estate, which has been handed down from generation to generation and is now in the hands of brothers Paul and Johann Krige. The name Kanonkop is derived from a hillock (kop) on the Simonsberg mountain above the estate from where, during the 17th and 18th centuries, a cannon (kanon) was fired to announce the arrival of sailing ships entering Table Bay.
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About The WinelandsAn Interview with S.J. Kruger, Founder and Owner of LATE BLOOMER Boutique WineryBased on the outskirts of Stellenbosch, Late Bloomer Boutique Winery handcrafts every bottle, making each bottle a unique experience with its own story. Every Vintage is carefully planned to be special and different from every other vintage. Late Bloomer's vision is to bring together family and friends drinking good wine, creating stories and lasting memories. Being a new wine producer, we aim for challenging the status quo; bringing something new and creating a memorable experience every time you share a bottle of Late Bloomer wine.
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About The WinelandsABOUT THE WINELANDS - Meet Zunia Boucher-Meyers, Co-Owner & Chef AVONTUUR Estate RestaurantABOUT THE WINELANDS welcomes Zunia Boucher-Myers, Co-Owner and Chef at the Avontuur Estate Restaurant in Stellenbosch, South Africa. Owner chefs Melanie Paltoglou and Zunia share their passion for food alongside their passion for people, cooking from the heart on the magnificent Avontuur wine estate and stud farm. Eighteen years of 'good looking cooking'.
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About The WinelandsAn update with Patrick James Robertson, Founder and CEO THE FISHWIVES CLUB, South AfricaABOUT THE WINELANDS is pleased to welcome Patrick James Robertson of The Fishwives Club. Patrick has some exciting news to share with us. LINKS HERE - https://bitmedia24.com/about-the-winelands-41-an-update-with-patrick-james-robertson-founder-and-ceo-the-fishwives-club/
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About The WinelandsAn Interview with Carmen Crous, Owner of ETEN HEALTH BAR, StellenboschABOUT THE WINELANDS welcomes Carmen Crous, Founder and Owner of Eten Health, located in De Wet Square, Stellenbosch CBD, South Africa. The food offerings to complement the challenging, fast-paced, but healthy lifestyle which is prevalent of today’s environment.
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About The WinelandsAn Interview with Cathy Brewer, VILLIERA WINE ESTATE, StellenboschABOUT THE WINELANDS welcomes Cathy Brewer, who heads up the Sales and Marketing of Villiera Wine Estate in Stellenbosch. Cathy is also a member of the Grier family who own the Wine Estate. Villiera is a family run winery in the Stellenbosch region of South Africa, a pioneering quality wine company committed to preserving the environment and have been rewarded with membership to the Biodiversity of Wine Initiative. Villiera specialise in Cap Classique and have a strong reputation for Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. They commit themselves to ongoing education and upliftment of Villiera...2020-06-2628 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Nora Sperling-Thiel, Director of DELHEIM, StellenboschABOUT THE WINELANDS welcomes Nora Sperling-Thiel, who is the eldest daughter of Patriarch and South African wine industry legend, the late Michael Hans “Spatz” Sperling. Delheim is a family owned wine estate, WWF-SA Conservation Champion, acknowledged as an industry leader committed to conservation, responsible production practices and integrated environmental management systems.
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About The WinelandsAn Interview with Paul de Villiers, Owner of LANDSKROON WINE ESTATE, Paarl, South AfricaABOUT THE WINELANDS welcomes Paul de Villiers, owner of Landskroon Wine Estate, Paarl in South Africa. Landskroon is situated along the southwestern slopes of Paarl Mountain, just 40 minutes from Cape Town and right in the heart of the Cape Winelands.
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The winemaking tradition at Landskroon dates back to the 17th century when the French Huguenot settlers came to the Cape. Jacques de Villiers, a winemaker from Niort in France was one of the settlers and in 1874. his great-grandson Paul...2020-06-2119 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Philip Myburgh, Owner or DE MEYE WINE ESTATE, Stellenbosch, South AfricaThe De Meye Estate is a family-owned boutique winery, situated in the lush Mulservlei area on the Stellenbosch Wine Route, South Africa's most prestigious wine making region. This special little spot of earth has been home- and farming ground to the Myburgh family for five generations, with the estate being named after the De Meye river in Holland, the birthplace of the first Myburgh, who came to farm in South Africa in 1665. We are proud that despite current industry trends, we have remained a privately-owned estate, keeping up the original spirit, and staying true to authentic and sustainable winemaking...2020-06-1923 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Dr Edo Heyns, Strategic Development & Marketing Manager, L'AVENIR ESTATEL’Avenir’s rich history dates back to the late 1600s, when the estate was one of the very first sites identified for grape growing by the Cape’s earliest European settlers.
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The estate was renamed L’Avenir in 1992 by Mark Wiehe, a Mauritian businessman, who left a career of trading sugar in London to purchase the farm. This was the start of specialisation of this unique boutique winery. Wiehe appointed former pharmacist Francois Naude as winemaker and the estate swiftly gained recognition for its...2020-06-1727 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Rijk Melck, owner of MURATIE WINE ESTATE, Stellenbosch, South AfricaAbout The Winelands welcomes Rijk Melck from Muratie Wine Estate, tucked into the exquisite Knorhoek Valley north of Stellenbosch. Muratie has a desire to protect a century’s old wine experience that is a magnet for wine lovers around the world.
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Muratie's rich history is captured in every nook and cranny. Wherever you are on the estate you cannot help being moved by a sense of the many generations that have lived and worked here. The buildings, the artifacts and even th...2020-06-1434 min
About The WinelandsAn interview with Rob & Chris Boustred, REMHOOGTE WINE ESTATE, Stellenbosch, South AfricaAbout The Winelands welcomes Rob and Chris Boustred from Remhoogte Wine Estate on the foothills of the Simonsberg Mountains in Stellenbosch, South Africa.
A family owned and run estate, Chris Boustred says “We would like people who drink our wines to experience the estate, our soils, our slopes, our vines and our terroir. Wine should be experienced and not merely drunk and we endeavour to make every bottle of our wine a memorable experience.
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About The WinelandsAn Interview with Gizelle Coetzee, Sales and Marketing Manager MELLASAT VINEYARDS PaarlMellasat Vineyards was created by the Richardson family in 1996 from the original farm Dekkersvlei which was established in 1693. Located near Paarl, in the heart of South Africa’s famous winelands just 45 mins from Cape Town. The vineyard enjoys a spectacular position under the dramatic Klein Drakenstein mountains together with panoramic views of the Paarl and its famous granite domes.
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At Mellasat Vineyards we reckon we’re a bit different, which is why you’ll find a white Pinotage amongst our range of award winnin...2020-06-1024 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Willem du Plessis, Marketing Liaison for RUSTENBERG WINE ESTATE, Stellenbosch, South AfricaThe Rustenberg Estate has a rich history dating back to 1682 and by 1781, around 3000 cases of wine were produced on the farm. The Estate is nestled in the valley of the Simonsberg Mountain which is located in South Africa’s premium wine region, Stellenbosch. A magnificent setting with regular Cape Leopard sightings via Game camera's installed across the estate.
In 1941 Peter and Pamela Barlow bought Rustenberg, later acquiring Schoongezicht and reuniting the properties. Their son Simon took over the running of the farm in 1987. Simon’s son, Murray, joined in the running of the farm with...2020-06-0733 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Justin Gous of JUSTIN UNCORKED, Wine, Spirits & Lifestyle Blogger based in Cape Town, South AfricaABOUT THE WINELANDS welcomes Justin Gous, of Justin Uncorked, The Wine, Spirits & Lifestyle Blogger 'As much as I love taking (minimal) risks with fashion trends, popping prints and colorful jackets, exploring different restaurants and taking occasional (and very rare) hikes on Lion's Head, nothing comes close to the joy of uncorking a bottle a fine red wine or mixing a daring gin & tonic. This is me, Justin Uncorked, uncorking my life by sharing my journey with Wine & Spirits lovers across the globe and connecting people."
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About The WinelandsAn Interview with Abigail Bisogno, Founder and Co Owner of THE SPICE ROUTE DESTINATION, Suider Paarl, South AfricaAbout The Winelands welcomes Abigail Bisogno, Founder and Co Owner of The Spice Route Destination, Suider Paarl in South Africa.
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Centuries ago, anyone with a desire to explore exotic flavours and experiences would have needed to wait for the seasonal return of the traders travelling the spice route. Fortunately, these days a journey of discovery is right on your doorstep, with the modern day Spice Route in...2020-06-0324 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Siwela Sweetness Masoga, Founder and Owner of SIWELA WINES, Western Cape, South AfricaSiwela Wines Pty Ltd is a Proudly South African Black owned wine producer established in the Western Cape. Our exclusive range of premium quality wines are produced to encourage our wine enthusiasts to embrace our beautifully rooted African culture, Heritage and originality through each sip of Siwela wine of choice.
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Siwela is an indigenous African name which means crossing over. Siwela is not just a bottle of wine but a symbol of transformation within the South African wine industry. The founder...2020-05-3121 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Kelly Zetler, owner of THE THIRSTY SCARECROW located on the Mooiberge Farm, Stellenbosch, South AfricaAbout The Winelands welcomes Kelly Zetler from The Thirsty Scarecrow, a craft beer pub and eatery on the Mooiberge Farm in Stellenbosch. After being greeted by the friendliest of scarecrows, you can sit back and enjoy the great food, drinks and incredible view of the Strawberry fields and the Mooiberge Mountains.
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About The WinelandsAn Interview with Lisa Fontannaz, Founder of LISALOVESWINES, Cape Town, South AfricaAbout The Winelands welcomes Lisa Fontannaz from LISALOVESWINES, a company offering tours in the magnificent Cape Winelands, and also is a showcase for beautiful wines!
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Lisa Fontannaz offers customised tours to the Cape Winelands for the International tourist as well as local visitors to the Cape. The tours can be conducted in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish and Afrikaans. Feel comfortable exploring the Cape in your own language. Lisa's extensive knowledge of the South African and International wines, and years experience...2020-05-2719 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Johannes Richter, Journalist at WINELAND MEDIA, a division of VinPrO, the representative organisation for South African wine cellars and wine grape producers.About The Winelands chats to Johannes Richter, Journalist at Wineland Media, a division of VinPro which is the representative organisation for South African wine cellars and wine grape producers. WineLand Media is a division of VinPro which is an organisation representivity of South African wine cellars and grape producers. They have a wide subscriber base which includes 2 150 producers and wineries, 750 winemakers, 210 viticulturists, educational institutions, media, key directors and managers, advertising agencies/representatives, as well as suppliers to the industry.
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About The WinelandsAn interview with Markus Schwemberger, General Manager, DEVON VALLEY HOTEL, Stellenbosch, South AfricaThe Devon Valley Hotel is tucked away in a tranquil corner of the Winelands, boasting some of the most breathtaking views of hotels in Stellenbosch. Most of the fifty stylishly furnished rooms offer simply spectacular views across vineyards and olive groves towards the Helderberg in the distance.
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This charming Stellenbosch hotel is well-known for is authentic ‘handmade hospitality’, with a proud history dating back to 1947 when the main building was cons...2020-05-2222 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with CHARLES BACK, owner & winemaker of Fairview Wine & Cheese, PAARL, South AfricaMeet Charles Back, Owner and Winemaker Fairview Wine and Cheese, located in Paarl, South Africa
Charles Back, from lineage of great entrepreneurs, innovators and winemakers, took full responsibility for the farm in 1995 after it being in the family since 1902. Wanting to do things differently, he introduced Mediterranean grapes such as Viognier, Tempranillo, Sangiovese and Petite Sirah to the Cape. He also began to make artisanal cheese – a business that has gone on to become every bit as prestigious and successful as wine. In 2014 Charles received the International Wine Challenge Lifetime Achievement and recognised as th...2020-05-2034 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with FRED HART, Wine Influencer and Founder of UNCORK SAABOUT THE WINELANDS welcomes Fred Hart, Wine Influencer and Founder of Uncork SA.
Uncork was birthed in 2017 by Fred Hart. What started as a personal memory bank quickly snowballed and became a passion-project. Craftsmanship is the central element around which all content is created for Uncork SA.
Highlighting and promoting the amazing wine and spirits industry, and some of the characters behind the "liquid art". Over time this evolved to include Luxury accommodation, fine glassware and cigars which naturally fit.
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About The WinelandsAn interview with THORNTON PILLAY, Winemaker at Highgate Wine Estate, KZN, South AfricaAbout the Winelands welcomes Thornton Pillay, the Winemaker at Highgate Wine Estate in the Midlands, KZN, South Africa.
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In 1996 the Kassier family came to purchase Highgate farm, what was then, a small 1ha hydroponic vegetable farm in the misty hills of the Kwa-Zulu Natal Midlands.
Between 2010 and 2015, the family produced wine as an interest rather than for commercial purposes. In 2016 Thornton Pillay joined Highgate and the wine making process was officially professional. Thornton having studied as a...2020-05-1516 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Lourens Relihan, Marketing Manager of DARLING CELLARS, West Coast of South AfricaAn Interview with Lourens Relihan, Marketing Manager of Darling Cellars, South Africa
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The cool and temperate West Coast climate lends itself to a variety of different micro- and meso-climates which, along with the different soil types, lead to unique grapes which we guide into even more unique wines. With approximately 95% of all our vineyards being Unirrigated (dry land) and roughly the same percentage being bush vines (i.e. not trellised), this is as close as one can get to what nature intended for grapes to...2020-05-1335 min
About The WinelandsAn interview with LORIANE GROBBELAAR, Sales and Marketing Manager of Foothills Vineyards & Olive Oil, Klein WelmoedAbout the Winelands welcomes Loriane Grobbelaar, Sales and Marketing Manager of Foothills Vineyards and Olive Oil. Klein Welmoed Guesthouse and Home of Foothills Vineyards and Olive groves, is set in the heart of the Cape Winelands, a top destination offering accommodation and home base for many a traveler with facilities for conferences, functions and weddings.
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Website - https://www.kleinwelmoed.co.za/
Email: info@foothillsvineyards.co.za
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About The WinelandsABOUT THE WINELANDS #18 - An interview with Dr Peter Hedley-Smith of the CAPE WINE LOVERS' SOCIETYAbout The Winelands welcomes Dr Peter Hedley-Smith, Founder of the Cape Wine Lovers' Society. Wine lovers are welcome to join the society, learn about wine, and have some fun. Dr Peter is an influencer in the winelands who has reviews of 350 Cape vineyards, wine festivals, wine courses and books on the website https://capewinelover.co.za/
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About The WinelandsAn interview with BERTUS BASSON, award-winning Chef, TV personality and RestaurateurAbout The Winelands interviews Bertus Basson, Eat Out San Pellegrino & Acqua Panna Chef of the Year 2019, Bertus Basson, has a food philosophy rooted in traditional South African food culture with a modern outlook. Bertus is famed for the remarkable success of Overture, which he established as chef and owner in 2007. The picturesque winelands restaurant has been awarded prestigious accolades from the Eat Out guide and Rossouw’s Restaurant guide. Since 2007, Overture has grown into a family of restaurants that now includes Eike, Spek & Bone, De Vrije Burger in Stellenbosch, and The Deck on the farm at Hidden Va...2020-05-0631 min
About The WinelandsAn interview with RUDOLPH STEENKAMP, Winemaker and Vineyard Manager Haskell Vineyards, Helderberg Mountain Range, StellenboschAbout The Winelands welcomes Rudolph Steenkamp, Winemaker and Vineyard Manager Haskell Vineyards to the show.
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In September 2018 Rudolph took over as Winemaker and Vineyard Manager at Haskell Vineyards, and to date has made a positive impact on the farm. With new energy, passion and creativity he believes one has to return to the simplest forms of viticulture, farming the soil and not the vine, to achieve even better quality and greater depth of our already excellent Haskell and...2020-05-0318 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Liam Tomlin, Award-Winning Chef and Founder of Chefs Warehouse, Cape TownMeet Liam Tomlin, Award-Winning Chef and Founder of Chefs Warehouse, Cape Town
About The Winelands welcomes Liam Tomlin, who started his cheffing career at the tender age of 14 in Dublin, Ireland. Since then he has travelled the globe, opened restaurants, does consultancy work, publishes cookbooks and wins numerous prestigious international awards. In 2010, Liam opened Chefs Warehouse and Cookery School, Cape Town. Now owning six restaurants, Liam credits originality and sustainability as the key factors of the group's establishments. Each restaurant in the Chefs Warehouse family, is different in its' own right but is within...2020-05-0146 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Ilse Ruthford, Managing Director of CompagniesdriftAbout The Winelands welcome Ilse Ruthford, Managing Director of Companiesdrift - a modern temperature controlled and secure storage facility that has storage capacity for 2.5 million bottles of wine. Ilse is a success story of persistence and love of the wine industry.
CONTACT COMPANIESDRIFT - http://www.compagniesdrift.com/
EMAIL - ilse@companiesdrift.co.za
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About The WinelandsMeet winelover and blogger, JOHANN CRAFFORD of Planet WineMeet wine lover and blogger, Johann Crafford of Planet Wine... Cheers to wine's wonderful journey of discovery!
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SO YOU THINK YOU ARE A WINE EXPERT? If you are reading this, there is a 99.9% chance that you are a wine lover. This means that all of your friends know about your passion for wine, right? Right! But how much do you REALLY know about wine? Can you answer all of the following wine-related questions correctly? Don’t worry if you can’t, because you are sure to l...2020-04-2616 min
About The WinelandsMeet LUAN AUCAMP, Sales Manager for RIDGEBACK WINES, Paarl, South AfricaWe welcome Luan Aucamp, Sales Manager for Ridgeback Wines, to About The Winelands show. In this very informative chat, Luan introduces us to the award-winning Ridgeback Wines, where the name derived from, the Ridgeback wine philosophy, and progress with regards to sustainability and biodiversity.
CONTACT - https://www.ridgebackwines.co.za/
EMAIL LUAN AUCAMP - sales@ridgebackwines.co.za
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About The WinelandsAn Interview with BLAKE GOWAR, Wine lover & Owner of CONSTANTIA WINE TOUR, Cape TownABOUT THE WINELANDS #11 - Meet Blake Gowar, Wine lover & Owner of CONSTANTIA WINE TOUR, Cape Town
About The Winelands welcomes Blake Gower, Founder, Boss Man and wine-lover, Blake was born and bred in Constantia. He likes to say “lekker” a lot. Before completing The Cape Wine Academy course, Blake travelled abroad and gained his lekker experience in the hospitality and tourism industries.
The Constantia Wine Tour is a leading wine touring company in Cape Town. They provide tours in the Constantia Valley, the origin of South African Wines. Constantia Wine tour offe...2020-04-2226 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with Carolyn Miller-Krogh, National Sales Manager - ZEVENWACHT Wine EstateMeet Carolyn Miller-Krogh, National Sales Manager - Zevenwacht Wine Estate
Situated on the Stellenbosch Wine Route, Zevenwacht has viticultural roots which penetrate deep into the historic past of South Africa. The name Zevenwacht exemplifies the abundant delights which await visitors to the Farm. Zevenwacht, with panoramic views of Table Mountain, Table Bay and False Bay. The name "Zevenwacht", derived from the Dutch "Seven Expectations" is a modern wine farm with a 300 year history.
CONTACT - Carolyn@zevenwacht.co.za
WEBSITE - http://www.zevenwacht.co.za/
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About The WinelandsAn Interview with PARDON TAGUZU, AFRICAN WINES Co-Founder, Owner and Managing DirectorOur guest on About The Winelands is Pardon Taguzu, Co-founder, Owner and Managing Director of African Wines. Based in the Netherlands, African Wines is an importer of extraordinary South African wines, made by wineries with a strong social commitment - Enjoying Wine & Giving Back!
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Contact Pardon Taguzu - Mobile +31622060635 and email pardon@africanwines.nl
Contact African Wines - https://www.africanwines.nl/
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About The WinelandsAn Interview with Laurie Cooper, Winemaker at ABINGDON Wine Estate and Owner KZN School of WineOur guest on About The Winelands is Laurie Cooper, winemaker, together with her father at Abingdon Wine Estate in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands. This pioneering estate was the first to produce wines from the province of KZN. This family estate has produced award winning wines since 2007.
THE KZN SCHOOL OF WINE - Based at Abingdon Wine Estate, the KZN School of Wine offers fun one day wine courses through to internationally recognised intensive courses throughout the year. Bespoke wine courses to suit every individual are also offered.
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About The WinelandsThe Story of the CAPE WINELANDSThe Cape Winelands has a viticultural history dating back to the 1650's when the Dutch first settled in South Africa in 1652. The Dutch set up a port to provide fresh food and water to the passing ships of the Dutch East India Company, and wine farms started to emerge, producing wine that could be used to ward off scurvy for sailors continuing on their voyages along the spice route.
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The Cape Winelands is a spectacular region which is made up of three main wine-areas; Stellenbosch, Franschhoek...2020-04-1213 min
About The WinelandsAn interview with PATRICK JAMES ROBERTSON, CEO of The Fishwives Club brand at THE FISHWIVES CLUB Boutique WineryThe Fishwives Club Boutique Winery is a New World wine from Cape Town, South Africa, unique as they literally have the pick of the finest grapes and choice of exceptional terroirs the world famous Cape Wine region has to offer.
We chat to CEO, Patrick James Robertson... an entertaining chat, a true story so pour a glass of wine and find a comfy chair, enjoy!
THE FISHWIVES CLUB WEBSITE - http://www.thefishwivesclub.co.za/
CONTACT PATRICK JAMES ROBERTSON - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thefishwivesclub/
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Ex Animo Wine Co.South African wine in UK fine dining with Nicolas Clerc MS, Armit WinesToday on the podcast we have Master Sommelier Nicolas Clerc. Nico is originally from the Savoie area of France (in the French Alps, north of Marseille) but has lived and worked in the UK since 2003. A former UK sommelier of the year, he is currently working for Armit Wines as a brand manager after working for Fields, Morris & Verdin as a prestige account manager. He is also a board member for the Court of Master Sommeliers Europe.
We met in 2008 when we were both sommeliers at Vue de monde restaurant in Melbourne.
Nico visited South Africa for the first time...2020-04-1046 min
About The WinelandsAn interview with SPENCER FONDAUMIERE, National Brand Manager WARWICK ESTATE and Certified SommelierWarwick Estate is a high-end South African winery in the Stellenbosch region of South Africa with a rich farming history dating back to 1771.
Today we chat to National Brand Manager, Spencer Fondaumiere, a certified wine judge who graduated through the Michael Fridjhon Wine Academy where he successfully passed the WSET Level 3 certification in 2016, but he is also one of only five hundred individuals who passed the challenging exam to become an Associationde la Sommellerie Internationale (ASI) certified sommelier.
Firstly a fruit farm, until Stan and Norma Ratcliffe bought the Warwick Estate in 1964 and started developing...2020-04-0842 min
About The WinelandsDid a drunk blind monk invent CHAMPAGNE?Did a drunk blind monk invent Champagne? Now that is a good question to ask... yes, no or maybe?
Listen to the podcast to find out!
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Never before in the history of our democracy has our country been confronted by such a severe situation; however, it is a situation that we will be able to overcome if we work together. Across our country, people and organisations have offered to help and the Solidarity Fund is a vehicle that will be...2020-04-0514 min
About The WinelandsAn Interview with ZELDA COETZEE, Conference and Event SpecialistABOUT THE WINELANDS - An Interview with ZELDA COETZEE, Conference and Event Specialist
Zelda has an in-depth understanding of the international business tourism landscape and has extensive experience in the production of international conferences and events, within South Africa and abroad.
Apart from her vast practical experience, Zelda has held several tourism leadership positions, including Provincial and National Chairperson of the Southern African Association for the Conference Industry (SAACI) and board member of the Tourism Business Council of South Africa and regularly appears as guest speaker and panellist at industry congresses. 2020-04-0338 min
About The WinelandsAn interview with TIM PEARSON, owner of SEVEN SPRINGS WINERY, South AfricaABOUT THE WINELANDS #2 - An interview with Tim Pearson owner of Seven Springs Winery, South Africa
Seven Springs Vineyard is a premium wine producer, situated on the R320 Hemel en Aarde Valley road, between the seaside town of Hermanus and the spa town of Caledon, in the picturesque Western Cape, South Africa. The vineyard nestles between Shaws Mountain to the north and the Teslaarsdal Mountain Range to the south, with Walker Bay and the Atlantic Ocean beyond these mountains. It is this oceanic influence, coupled with our shale derived soils, known locally as Bokkeveld Shale, that...2020-04-0134 min
About The WinelandsThe story of how Wine conquered the WorldThe story of wine is deeply intertwined with the story of all of recorded human history, it seems everyone in history managed to make wine - In the Bible, we first hear the mention of wine in the book of Genesis, when, after the flood, Noah, drunk on wine, exposed himself to his sons. He was of course punished by God for this, the first recorded act of drunkenness.
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About The WinelandsIntroducing ABOUT THE WINELANDS - Chats with influencers, leaders in the wine industry, wine makers, restaurants and other businesses in the winelandsAn Invitation to chat:
The team at Visit the Winelands are excited to introduce our new chat show, About the Winelands. We will be chatting to influencers and leaders in the wine industry, wine makers, restaurants and other businesses in the winelands.
If you are interested to chat to us on our new show, please email our team at visitthewinelands@gmail.com
We are looking forward to chatting with you. Our first show will air shortly so stay tuned. Our show will air on Spotify, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts as well as...2020-03-2900 min
Tastebud TravellerA taste of South AfricaIn this episode we visit South Africa, home of the Cape Town, Table Mountain and Nelson Mandela. Julia shares her very memorable trip, including a bicycle ride through the famous township of Soweto and a wildflower safari! Ben hasn’t been but is primed to go and has lots of questions. They're joined by Mosilo Sofonia of South African Tourism to talk about travelling this amazing country from the Big 5 experience to exploring the cities. Abigail Mbalo-Mokoena foodie and founder of 4Roomed eKasi Culture talks about the cultural influences on South African cuisine and what a traveller must try wh...2020-01-0547 min
Seedpod60: Camille Olianti - Letting GoOn the 18th of October 2019, this weeks guest Camille Olianti set off for Reunion Island where she challenged herself to run a 114km trail run with 6500m of altitude gain. The challenge was motivated by her love of nature and running, as well as her passion to bring about change. Camille ran to raise funds for the South African Endurance Academy (ENDUROCAD) based in Stellenbosch which helps female athletes from underprivileged backgrounds get an education and develop their talent in athletics. Camille has deep care for helping people to succeed which comes through in her being the Wi...2019-10-281h 24World Wide Honeymoon Travel PodcastThe Perfect Cape Winelands Tour and Itinerary From Cape Town, South AfricaWe love South Africa. The wildlife, the people, and even the wine make it absolutely amazing. And if you travel to Cape Town, you've got to check out the Cape Winelands. In this episode, we talk about how to craft the perfect Cape Winelands itinerary for a day trip from Cape Town, including which wineries to visit, where to have lunch, and even great places to stay at if you plan an overnight visit. Kat and Chris even have you covered for top tips for visiting the wineries around Cape Town as well! ...2019-09-1851 min
Food TribeTravel episode: Dreamy Cape TownMountains, pristine beaches, winelands, forests, markets, sensational food and wine - Cape Town has it all! This special travel episode will give you all the deets you need to plan the most epic trip to this magical city. One of my best friends, Francie van Hasselt (@francievh), lives in Cape Town and she’s a lady about town and knows all the good spots so I couldn't think of anyone better to record this with to give you a local’s view. We start by giving you some background on the city, then go o...2019-02-221h 02