Actually, I wanted to buy my annual wine supply that day at a winery that does not belong to Jean Engelbrecht. Not because Engelbrecht's wines are not good. No. On the contrary, all of Engelbrecht's companies produce excellent wine. But today I was at Stellenbosch Vinyards and met Megan Griesel. The young lady, pretty and cosmopolitan, sensed that I wanted to buy more than one bottle of wine. And so it turned into several cases. For the first time, I could see what Stellenbosch Vinyards has become. An excellent wine tasting room, a very nice small but fine restaurant, and the terrace outside the door was still a little in hibernation. But it will probably be amazing when spring comes. All in all, it was an excellent experience paired with a lot of knowledge and foresight from Megan G. For this reason, 5...
Read moreIncredible winery boasting an extensive range of wines which you can taste. The tasting experience ranges from R60 for the standard (5 wines), R90 for the premium and R120 for the ultra premium.
The standard range is great, including a mix of light whites, roses and medium bodied reds, as well as the infusion ranges. The more expensive tasting are rather heavier. The winery also offers chocolate pairing which is great for couples and families.
The service is efficient and friendly and they are certainly not stingy in the amount you are offered to taste. In addition, if you purchase a fair amount of wine to take home, your tasting can be free. The tasting room itself is comfortable with a mix of table and chair and couch type seating for whichever mood you are in. Outdoor seating for a summers day is...
Read moreI discovered Swirl a few months ago during a business lunch and was pleasantly surprised. Delicious small tapas and excellent wines served with a smile in a bright airy environment.
So on Heritage Day my brother and I went back specially for the wine tasting. Thanks to Leon it was once more a memorable experience.
Working our way through several CREDO and Stellenbosch Vineyards wines with expert assistance from Leon we discussed wines and food pairing, spending a delightful...
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