Stellenbosch sun in a bottle of wine Stellenbosch is synonymous with sophisticated red wines, and Thelema, poised against the South Easterly side of the Simonsberg Mountain, is exemplary. Yet, with some of the highest elevations here, Chardonnay’s intricacies...
Upwards and seawards Spier has become an institution in Stellenbosch – recognised for its commitment to the environment, its people and crafting organic, vegan-friendly, and world-class wines. This winery has adapted itself over the years, celebrating art and...
Love is … Graham Beck Pinot Noir Rosé 2017 Remember the Love Is … comic strip created by the late New Zealand cartoonist Kim Casali in the 60’s? These famous cartoons originated from a series of Love notes that Kim drew for her future husband, Roberto, and it stole...
An ode to the Flemish Masters If Georgio really wants to impress me with a special date night, art and wine needs to come into the equation. Since we started MarriedTwoWine, we climbed in under the skins of grapes produced at Almenkerk. If you haven’t had a...
Mussels and Merlot If you want to know more about Jordan, step into their shoes and visit them to understand why they have decided to make wine here in the first place. Ted Jordan was the third generation of shoemakers in the family, taking over as Managing Director...
Monday Movie Night The Monday’s Child Chenin Blanc 2020 is a wine for all occasions, and as Mondays are the cheat day for TV meals, we paired it with a film that was as intense as the wine. It is virtually impossible to find a movie we both enjoy. I have an...
