Cape Weekly Digest | Friday, 23rd April, 2021
Curated roundup of local news & events for Wine & Travel
Hello,
I hope you’re all safe after the devastating fire on Table Mountain. Fire Services and UCT students are still in need of supplies, so you can donate to Gift of The Givers and Ladles of Love through their respective pages.
I was invited to a Constantia Sauvignon Blanc masterclass featuring 8 farms that make up Constantia’s Wine Route. The event was held at Steenberg Wine Estate & featured older vintages from Beau Constantia, Groot Constantia, Klein Constantia etc. The purpose of the class was to showcase the range that this comparably tiny region can produce & boy did it deliver!
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- Shirley
Tourism Roundup
Mop-up operations underway, students receive local support - The City of Cape Town’s Disaster Risk Management Centre (DRMC) has deployed various departments to initiate repairs to roads and city infrastructure damaged as a result of the three-day fire…article at Mail & Guardian
‘It blew our minds’: the surfers who braved sharks to ride Africa’s mightiest wave - Forget the blond California stereotypes. A new book, Afrosurf, captures Africa’s overlooked surf culture – and celebrates its heroes, who’d ride colossal waves at beaches they were often banned from… article at The Guardian
Bartender of the Year: Diageo World Class Competition Enters its 12th Edition - WORLD CLASS is on a mission to inspire people to drink better and create unforgettable experiences in the process…article at Diageo
Rhino Conservation Experiences Introduced at Tintswalo Lapalala - The first of four Rhino Conservation Participation Experiences will take place at Tintswalo Lapalala in the Lapalala Wilderness Reserve in the Waterberg (Limpopo Province), between the 7th and 9th of May 2021…article at Southern Vines
Great Gardens of the Winelands - Here are 6 beautiful gardens that can be found in the scenic valleys of the Cape Winelands. Scroll to find the map of all these stunning spaces…article at Wesgro
Food truck owner rejects RocoMamas statement on 'Smash Burger' controversy - A statement released by RocoMamas regarding its dispute with small business owner Muammer Kasu has been described by members of the public as "condescending" and "dishonest"…article at BizCommunity
Local Events
Foothills Vineyards Wine Tasting in our Olive Orchards - Join us on the 30th of April from 4pm for a Foothills Vineyards Wine tasting in our beautiful Olive Orchards. Email info@foothillsvineyards.co.za to book your tasting or phone Loriane +27 71 288 5994.
Venue: Klein Welmoed Olive & Wine Estate
Time: Apr 30, 4pm
Cost: Tasting R50 per person, Entrance free
Mimosa Brunch Cruise - Waterfront Charters, in partnership with Martini Prosecco, hosts a Mimosa Brunch Cruise with DJ Dino Moran.
Venue: Waterfront Charters, Shop 5, Quay 5 V & A Waterfront, Cape Town
Time: Apr 24, 11am
Cost: R750 per person
Ayama Artichoke Festival 2021 - Your Ayama-Artichoke day is back on the calendar! Limited to 60 people per day, come & have a fun a relaxing time, while munching away on amazing food and sipping on great wines.
Venue: Ayama Wine Farm
Time: Wed Apr 28 to Thurs Apr 29 10:00 - 17:00
Cost: R550
Alan Committie returns to Theatre On the Bay from 23 April for a limited season - Theatre on the bay is thrilled to announce that we are re-opening our doors from the 23rd April for Friday & Saturday night, 8pm performances only! If demand is sufficient then additional weekday performances will be added
Venue: Theatre on The Bay
Time: Fri Apr 23, 8pm
Cost: Bookings will be through Computicket, or (0861) 915-800 / (011) 340-8000.
A Laid -Back Pizza and Wine Tasting Experience at Rickety Bridge Winery - Rickety Bridge Winery in Franschhoek recently introduced a selection of wood-fired pizzas to their Wine Tasting Centre. So gather some friends, family or a loved one because your next tasting trip won’t be a rushed affair.
Venue: Rickety Bridge Winery
Time: Daily from 10am – 5pm
Cost: From R85 per pizza, Standard wine tasting – R60pp , Premium wine tasting – R110pp
Wine Direct and Digital 2021 - Wine Business Solutions has been privileged to work directly with over 60 wine businesses during 2020. Everyone’s courage and adaptability, during this very hard time, has been both inspiring and instructive.
Venue: Online
Time: Apr 24
Cost: Aus$195 per session, contact peter@winebusinesssolutions.com.au for more info
The Power of Our Actions – Cycling Activation - TEDx Cape Town hosts The Power of Our Actions, a cycling activation, as their first in-person event of the year.
Meeting Point: Pang Specialty Coffee, 173 Bree Street, Cape Town, CBD
Time: Apr 13, 20 & 27 @ 9am, 90min sessions
Cost: TBC, Register to secure your space
Community Shout Out & Local Listings
Wine Tasting at Allée Bleue - Relax as you taste your way through all the Allee Bleue wines. Listing Details
Brooklands Stone Cottage is a "self-catering country getaway (that) provides the ultimate indoor-outdoor relaxation and comfort. All you need bring is your personal belongings" - come and experience Elgin. Listing Details
The Clay Cafe offers an interactive art activity for the whole family, combining farm style breakfast and lunch offerings with ceramic painting to enjoy in the surrounds of Hout Bay. Read More & Listing Details
JC Brasserie will treat you to a free birthday drink and a meal to the value of R80 when you show your ID. Find out more information JC Brasserie & Listing Details
Pocket-Friendly Pampering at one of Cape Town’s Chicest Spas - Life Day Spa is kitted out with swanky interiors and an expert team for a couples’ experience you will not forget. The spa has venues in the Century City and V&A Waterfront precincts. Book via Life Day Spa & Listing Details
Groot Constantia - Wine lover or professed connoisseur, wine tasting is always on the cards in Cape Town and since it’s always wine time somewhere, why not sip on the finest wines at South Africa’s oldest producing wine estate. Book a tasting & Listing Details
Vineyard Hotel: Make it a long weekend and treat yourself to some tranquillity. Book direct with promo code "Direct" and get 15% off your room rate. Flexible arrival and departure times. Free room upgrade*. Book direct & Listing Details
Community Vacancies
Sales & Marketing Manager (Wine Industry) - A wine estate situated in the picturesque McGregor valley near Robertson, is looking for a hands-on, driven Sales & Marketing Manager who has a proven track record to take responsibility for wine sales in primarily the international market. Apply through M3 Human Capital Management
Procurement / Purchasing Administrator (Wine Industry) - Competent candidate required to compile information & records, to draw up purchase orders for procurement of packaging materials & follow up with suppliers to ensure on time delivery. Submit CV to Job Placements
Channel Development Manager Wines (Stellenbosch) - RMB Placement’s client has this position available in their Marketing team : Wines department, based at their Stellenbosch Offices. Apply through PNet
Manager position available to start immediately for a busy take away & coffee shop in Canal Walk. Hours from 8am to 9pm. Apply through Best ZA Jobs
Wine Tasting / Events Co-ordinator - Pastel would count in your favour. Strong admin skills. Wine Tastings experience. Events/ functions coordination experience Works well under pressure. Please apply with your cv, recent photo, reference and salary expectation at desmaine@vinerecruitment.co.za or Zigo Jobs
Cape Wine News
Transformation and integration #wineforgood - The South African wine industry, like the country itself, has lived through political turmoil and a fair amount of negativity with regards to its history, now radical transformation is gradually being made from within…article at Wineland Media
Fairtrade Africa – A Guide to Ethical Cape Wineries - Fairtrade Africa is a sustainable development initiative that draws our attention to the stories behind the bottle of wine and commits to sustaining the livelihoods of workers and farmers and enriching their communities in the process…article at Whats On Cape Town
Boplaas Family Reserve wines get a new look - One of the most sought-after wine ranges from celebrated winery Boplaas has a new label. The Boplaas Family Reserve wines now bear a striking and contemporary appearance that reflects the heritage and excellence this Klein Karoo winery is renowned for…article at Wine.co.za
New Premium Range from Neethlingshof Honours the Estate Cellar of 1802 - Iconic Stellenbosch wine estate Neethlingshof, the history of which can be traced to 1692, has released a new range of top-tier wines to commemorate the completion of the estate’s first wine cellar in 1802…article at Stellenbosch Wine Route
Holden Manz Wine Estate Cabernet Franc Reserve 2016 Winner of Vintage Class at 2021 Cabernet Franc Challenge - Holden Manz Wine Estate is delighted to announce that its Cabernet Franc Reserve 2016 has been awarded winner of the Vintage Class of the 2021 Cabernet Franc Challenge…article at LifeBrands
The 2021 Harvest – Megan Van Der Merwe - Beau Constantia Wine Farm asked their winemaker and viticulturist Megan Van Der Merwe to tell them a little bit about what’s been happening in their vineyards during the first process of the 2021 Harvest…article at Beau Constantia & Listing Details
SA Cellar Classification 2021 – updated annually since 2004, the classifications are based on the top ratings and awards from the world’s most respected panels when it comes to the judging of wine quality and interest value…article at Top SA Wine
International Wine News
Germany Introduces A New Wine Hierarchy Based On Geography - Forbes
Amazon’s New Home In Cape Town Development Revealed - 2OceansVibe
Lesotho will be the first African country to export dagga to EU - The South African
5 Things to Know About Booking a Summer Rental - The New York Times
Natty Light Released ‘Naturdays’ Flavored Boozy Popsicles - VinePair
California Wines Made With New Hybrid Grapes Hold Promise - Wine Enthusiast
Quinta do Noval declares 2019 Port vintage - Decanter
Wine Releases
2019 Kaapse Versnit - Members of Babylonstoren’s wine club will get the first opportunity to taste their limited-edition Kaapse Versnit (Cape blend), which celebrates winemaking heritage in the region. Join their wine club to get more information.
Hogan Wines 2021 release: Ex Animo Wine Co is pumped to offer the latest HOGAN WINES from Jocelyn Wilson. Jocelyn’s wines are as impactful as she is unassuming. With powerful whites and graceful, perfumed reds, Jocelyn has a deliberateness in her approach and an eye for detail that is reflected in her wines. Wines available through Ex Animo Wine Co
Kleine Zalze Family Reserve New Vintage Release - Its most resounding release to date, the Kleine Zalze Family Reserve wines are being heralded by both local and international critics alike. It’s a definitive, confident showcase by the estate of its flagship wines. Available online through Kleine Zalze
For next weeks Cape Weekly Newsletter, please email us your news or shout outs by the 28th of April for inclusion in our next newsletter.
And Finally The Tweet of The Week…..
Cape Town Trails posted some aerial images of Table Mountain after the devastating fire that’s been raging over the last couple of days
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