Imagine a chilly evening, the kind that beckons for a comforting bowl of soup and a glass of wine to warm the soul. Tonight’s selection is a classic tomato soup, paired with an elegant red wine blend. This pairing, though unconventional, reveals a beautiful harmony that elevates both the soup and the wine to new…
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[REVIEW] DuToitskloof Pinotage 2018
Wine enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike have long been captivated by the allure of our South African wines, and the Du Toitskloof Pinotage 2018 is no exception. ON THE NOSE:Upon uncorking the bottle, the senses are immediately greeted by a symphony of aromas that dance delicately from the glass. The initial impression is one of rich,…
Perlé De Jean- slight fizz, delicious taste [REVIEW]
It was a national rosé day that made me reflect on the Have you ever heard the saying, “Not just a pretty face?” Well, this wine is the exact embodiment of that saying. Perlé de Jean is made by Van Loveren Wines and is a lightly sparkled pinot grigio from the hills and plains of…
My secret love pairing: Red wine and Mac n Cheese
I was going to only share my love for mac n cheese with red wine, when I came across some interesting facts about this particular red wine from the popular Four Cousins brand. After the alcohol restrictions in lockdown were lifted (before they put them back on again), I quickly headed online to re-stock my…
A red blend that’s for everyone
In the mid-1990s Hennie, Bussell, Phillip and Neil Retief – famously known as the Four Cousins – joined the family business and today run the company side by side, having made it South Africa’s leading family-owned winery. From the cousins in the Cape to my rack in Joburg came the Retief Reserve, another brand under…
[REVIEW] Bayede! Prince Cabernet Sauvignon
You have probably seen these beads while you walk down the vino aisles. They belong to Bayede! wines. Bayede! have created a range of premium wines that don’t break the bank. In fact, I think they are the most affordable wines in the market currently. I was first introduced to Bayede! wines in 2016 while…
Imbuko Sauvignon Blanc Review
As part of my effort to increase my wine collection and knowledge with pocket-friendly wines that are absolutely delicious, I found myself drawn to this unkown (to me) brand, Imbuko. Priced really reasonably at R39,99 at Food Lovers Market in Hilfox, I decided to try one their Sauvignon Blanc that same afternoon. If you know…
Welcome The Sun This Season With Van Loveren’s Awesome Perlé-And-Prawn Combo
When the sun beats down and the cool water’s calling, you know just one drink will do: Perlé de Jean. The latest vintage of this delicious and refreshing Pinot Grigio rosé is now available and flying off the shelves. The salmon-pink wine launched last year by Van Loveren Family Vineyards to great acclaim for its vivacious…
Dieu Donne wine pairing
Starting off the year was the best meet up group on this planet: Wine and Belgium Beer Connect. As usual with this meet up, you meet new friends and catch up with old ones. Sat with my good wine buddy Lindi and she introduced us to some of her partner’s Mexican friends. This made me…
Meetup: Wellington Wines
A night with Wellington wines. Have you ever thought about what Indian food and wine taste like? In all my wine days, I have never ever drank wine while eating Indian food. So this was my opportunity to eat and dine in style. The setting this time was Thava restaurant in Norwood. It’s in a…
Its Lady Vera 