It’s all about the vine at Stellenbosch Wine Town, when the second oldest town in the country celebrates its finest produce.
For a full week, 1 to 6 August, wine estates are putting on the ritz, with a range of events, including farm walks, culinary creations and expert-led tastings – something for everyone, really, for those new to wine and for those who know their Cab from their Grenache. And if you want more variety, check out South Africa’s best wine routes.
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There is plenty to choose from, with Stellenbosch’s grande old dames and new young bucks all taking part, all to show off the exceptional quality cultivars that have put Stellenbosch on the global wine map.
Several wine organisations are also participating, such as the Stellenbosch Cabernet Collective, Chenin Blanc Association and the Pinotage Association.
It is a week of two halves: Oppieplaas is all about winemaker lunches and dinners, wine-pairing events, blind-tasting events and live music.
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And then there’s Inniedorp, with restaurant offers and wine activations, such as a curated grand Pinotage dinner at Simon Wine Emporium and a Stellenbosch terroir tasting for wine geeks and connoisseurs. The finale is the ever-popular Stellenbosch Wine Festival.

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For two days, the historic Stellenbosch Town Hall is turned over to wine and food – expect to taste Stellenbosch’s finest wines and most delicious cuisine.
On Friday, 4 August, the festival is open from 5pm to 9pm, and on Saturday, 5 August, it takes place from 2pm to 6pm. More than 200 exceptional wines will be available, complemented by gourmet dishes crafted by acclaimed chef Bertus Basson.

Prominent names among the participating wineries include Spier Wine Farm, Ernie Els Wine, Beyerskloof and Kaapzicht, joined by newcomers Dorp St Wines and Compagniesdrift.
The full programme and ticket sales are on the Wine Town website, with prices from R350 per person.
There are also accommodation options and specials, run through Stay and Play in Stellenbosch this winter.
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