Cape Digest | Saturday, 7th August, 2021
Curated roundup of local news & events for Wine & Travel
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Tourism Roundup
Table Mountain cableway company invites learners to explore its virtual class - TABLE Mountain Aerial Cableway Company’s (TMACC) Class in Clouds programme, which was aimed at providing learners with a one-of-a-kind outdoor experience, has now gone virtual........ article via IOL
La Chataigne Accommodation Special: A Kid-Free Break in Franschhoek - Near a tree, by a river, there’s a cottage in the woods. Well, there are five cottages, actually and their surrounding vineyards, a pear orchard and the majestic Franschhoek Mountains in the distance........ article via Inside Guide
The Labia sits with the famous Chinese Theatre in LA in world’s most beautiful cinemas – The Labia Theatre has been recognised as one of the most beautiful cinemas in the world, according to London’s Time Out Magazine. The quirky gem is situated on Orange Street in Gardens…….. article via Cape {Town} Etc
SA doccie ‘Black People Don’t Get Depressed’ invited to Cannes Film Market - The South African documentary, Black People Don’t Get Depressed, is making headlines at this year’s Cannes Film Market. Directed by Sara Chitambo and produced by Cati Weinek........ article via The South African
Van Loveren’s Rhino Run expands conservation grant to include SANParks – Van Loveren Family Vineyards has sealed an agreement with SANParks that will see every sale of Rhino Run Organic Wine contribute to the conservation of South Africa’s natural heritage.…….. article via The Little Hedonist
Local Events
Genius Loci Art Exhibit – State of the Art Gallery hosts an art exhibit curated by Claude Chandler and in conjunction with SideTrack Studios. It centers around the theme of the special kind of atmosphere found in a particular space.
Venue: StateoftheART Gallery, 50 Buitenkant Street, Cape Town
Date/Time: Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm, Sat 10am to 1pm
Cost: Free
KKNK Virtual Art Gallery – The Klein Karoo National Arts Festival (KKNK), supported by ABSA, launched its second Virtual Art Gallery featuring artists and curators exploring the many subtleties of emotions.
Venue: KKNK Virtual Art Gallery
Date: Tuesday 29 June to Saturday 29 August
Cost: Free
DIY Craft Bar – Founded by owner Andy Cawood – is a contemporary craft studio for anyone wanting to do something creative with their hands while enjoying a night (or day!) out with friends.
Venue: DIY Craft Café, Nooedhoek
Date: Monday, Friday & Saturday
Cost: Contact +27 82 373 0149 for prices
Afternoon Gin & Tea Cocktail – The Stella Café & Bar at the Southern Sun Cullinan Hotel offers a unique afternoon gin and tea experience every Saturday. Stella Café & Bar offers fresh, al fresco dining around the magnificent pool.
Venue: The Stella Café, Southern Sun Cullinan Hotel
Date: Saturdays 3pm to 5pm
Cost: R295 per person
Durbanville Wine Valley Soup & Sip Weekend – Durbanville Wine Valley hosts a Soup and Sip Weekend where wineries across the region prepare special menus paired with local wines as a way of welcoming visitors back to the Winelands.
Venue: Various wine farms in Durbanville
Date: Friday 13 to Sunday 15 August
Cost: Go to Durbanville Wine Valley for prices
Community Shout Outs & Local Listings
Diemersdal is officially a WWF Conservation Champion! We are proud to announce that Diemersdal has officially been named a WWF Conservation Champion, recognising our efforts to farm in harmony with nature, while protecting the precious biodiversity on our estate. Contact Details & Map
Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show Results 2021 – Zevenwacht Wines achieved 90 + points for no less than four of our wines in the Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show. It is rewarding to receive this recognition as we are passionate about creating wines characteristic of our particular terroir and which offer exceptional appeal. Contact Details & Map
Muratie Wine Estate - We are proud to announce that our 2017 Martin Melck Cabernet Sauvignon Family Reserve has been selected by Oz Clarke as one of his top 6 picks! Awarded 95 points and described as rich, powerful, indulgent and unashamed, our Cabernet Sauvignon has made quite the name for itself! Contact Details & Map
Hartenberg Wines – We’re delighted to announce that our 2017 The Stork Shiraz was awarded 96 points and a Gold medal in the Decanter Awards 2021. This wine will be released in September but you can reserve it now. Contact Details & Map
Magnolia Weekend Oyster Special – Come and shuck with us for fifty bucks! We mean Oyster, Oyster, Oyster, Oyster, Oyster, and Oyster! Six Oysters for R50.00 Friday Evenings, Saturday Evenings and Sunday lunch while stocks last. Contact Details & Map
Community Vacancies
Leeuwenkuil is looking for someone to operate as part of a dynamic team. Based at their Bottelary office, the successful candidate will coordinate the supply chain from bottling, warehousing to logistics. Submit applications to pieter@leeuwenkuil.co.za before Sunday 15 August.
Lecturer Tourism or Hospitality (Independent contractor) – Rosebank College, a Department of Higher Education and Training registered institution, is looking for a Tourism or Hospitality lecturer. Apply through the Rosebank College site
Senior Field Sales Executive – A well-established company selling Glassware/Cutlery/Crockery/Equipment to the hospitality trade is looking for a Senior Sales Executive to join their team. The perfect candidate will be someone who calls on restaurants and hotels in the CBD and Atlantic Seaboard. Submit CV and apply through PNet
Wine Sales & Marketing Specialist – An exciting opportunity currently exists for a young and dynamic person to join the team of one of the oldest estates near Stellenbosch as the ambassador for their uniquely crafted wines. The incumbent will report to the Wine Maker and the Directors. Apply through Ditto Jobs
Deli Assistant - Our client in Paarl is looking for a customer-focused Deli Assistant who is committed to providing customers with the best service possible. Please send CV, references, salary expectation and photo to desmaine@vinerecruitment.co.za
Cape Wine News
Steenberg Celebrates Inspiring Women During Month of August - In honour of a proud legacy of inspiring women spanning more than three centuries, Steenberg Farm has dedicated Women’s Month to the empowerment of female entrepreneurs and celebrating the diversity of South African women…….. article via The Wine Tarte
Org de Rac appoints Lizelle Gerber as winemaker – Swartland winery Org de Rac has appointed Lizelle Gerber as winemaker with effect from 1 July. She will be working alongside cellar-master and general manager Frank Meaker for the meantime but is set to be fully in charge of production from the 2022 harvest…….. article via WineMag.co.za
Cape Wines Crush It In Prestigious US Tasting Review – According to Wine Spectator, a leading US lifestyle magazine that focuses on wine and wine culture, we are very much spoilt for choice. A number of South African wines scored ratings in the 90s, including five from Anthonij Rupert Wyne alone…….. article via 2 Oceans Vibe
The lowdown on vegan organic wine, and why you should drink it – What do you get when you combine a passion for winemaking, a two-generation legacy and a deep concern for the environment? The answer is a deliciously elegant wine that is highly conscious about the environment that is used to produce it…….. article via Cape {Town} Etc
Have South African wines reached collectable status? – South African wines are undoubtedly world class, but ahead of the Cape Fine and Rare Wine Auction, Adam Lechmere asks if it’s time for people to start investing in the Cape’s best bottles…….. article via Club Oenologique
Wine Releases
Metzer Family Wines & Boplaas Winery & Distillery have released some much anticipated vintages recently.
International Wine News
Budapest for wine lovers - Decanter
We Asked 10 Sommeliers: What’s the Best Sweet Wine You’ve Tried So Far This Year? - VinePair
Celebrating the new vintage, Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame 2012 - Veuve Clicquot
What Wine Twitter Taught Me About Wine - Punch
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