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Enough of the Rosé jokes. Variety is the spice of life. So are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Sauvignon Blanc. I could go on and on, but you get the gist.
For the sake of variety and raising a toast to South Africa’s award-winning wines, I’ve graciously gone in search of vino-centric events with a Women’s Month twist.
An Evening with Rebecca Davis
Award-winning journalist and author Rebecca Davis will headline a special Women’s Month event at Steenberg Farm. Davis brings her trademark blend of sharp observation, honesty and humour about the realities of modern womanhood.
Drawing on her experiences as a journalist, author, and commentator on South African society, she’ll offer a candid perspective on the balancing act that defines so many women’s lives.
The event also marks the first in a series of speaker evenings planned at Steenberg over the coming months, drawing together influential voices and fresh perspectives in an intimate dining setting.
More info:
- When: Thursday, 27 August, 6:30pm
- Venue: Bistro Sixteen82, Steenberg Farm, Steenberg Rd, Tokai
- Cost: R875, bookings via Dineplan
Amphora Wine Festival
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Lourensford Wine Estate has something special planned for wine aficionados.
Hosted by Wine Machinery Group, the special event will feature leading local producers showcasing wines crafted in traditional clay amphoras.
Taste, explore, and purchase directly from the winemakers while discovering the heritage and craftsmanship behind amphora winemaking. It’s also a fab opportunity to meet the winemakers and take part in engaging discussions throughout the day.
Did you know that clay amphoras are one of the oldest and most expressive winemaking methods in the world?
More info:
- When: Saturday, 29 August, 10am
- Venue: Lourensford Wine Estate, Lourensford Rd, Somerset West
- Cost: R450, bookings via Webtickets
Nkula’s Woman Who Pour Wine Market
Nkula’s Woman Who Pour Wine Market is celebrating the Black women reshaping South African wine.
As Women’s Month draws to a close, head to Nkula Cocktail & Wine Boutique for an afternoon of wine, stories and good vibes. Meet the winemakers, producers and sommeliers behind the bottles. Taste their wines and hear the stories driving change in the industry.
Your R180 ticket gets you entry and tastings at participating wine stations, including Ses’fikile Wines, M’hudi Wines, IBest Wines, Three Quarters and Moedi Wines.
More info:
- When: Saturday, 29 August, noon
- Venue: Nkula Cocktail & Wine Boutique, 188 Long St, Cape Town CBD
- Cost: R180, bookings via Webtickets
The Great Turnabout
Forget your usual dinner-and-wine pairing. Brookdale Estate is flipping the script with The Great Turnabout, a one-night-only Winemaker’s Dinner where the chef and winemaker swap places.
The concept is playful, but there’s serious craft behind it. The menu takes inspiration from winemaker Xander Sadie’s time working at Luis Seabra Vinhos in Portugal’s Douro Valley, with each course matched to Brookdale’s Mediterranean-inspired wines.
Time Out tip: Want to make a proper night of it? Accommodation at the Manor House is available at R3,525 per person sharing, including breakfast.
More info:
- When: Thursday, 27 August
- Venue: The Bistro at Brookdale, Hawequa Bos Pad Rd, Klein Drakenstein, Paarl
- Cost: R1, 150, bookings via Dineplan
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