Throughout winter, wine lovers can enjoy the authentic cuisine, music and delicious wines on offer in some of South Africa’s favourite wine regions. Here are five trendy wine venues to visit…
Situated on the outskirts of Somerset West near Sir Lowry’s Pass, the Idiom restaurant serves South African and Italian fusion cuisine, as well as an extensive collection of Idiom wines to choose from.1. Enjoy some fine dining at Idiom
The newly launched Idiom Restaurant & Wine Tasting Centre offers a unique fine dining experience where guests can enjoy a glass of wine and panoramic views of the majestic Helderberg basin.
Situated on the outskirts of Somerset West near Sir Lowry’s Pass, the restaurant serves South African and Italian fusion cuisine, as well as an extensive collection of Idiom wines to choose from.
The exclusive 60-seater dining space is linked to Idiom’s concrete wine tasting ‘cube’ where wine lovers can sample and buy the flagship Idiom blends, signature Idiom Italian varietal wines and apply for an allocation of the Limited Release Idiom 900 Series.
The restaurant also offers a seasonal a la carte menu, and walk-in wine tasters can choose from the lighter canapé and wine pairing selections.
For more information, visit the website.
The Waterkloof Wine Estate restaurant serves a delicious winter platter of homemade meat terrine, organic olives, toasty bread and a trio of cheeses.2. Get a winter platter at Waterkloof Wine Estate
Want to linger a bit longer in the Helderberg? Make a beeline for the Waterkloof Wine Estate outside Somerset West, where you can indulge in a hearty winter platter.
This arresting ‘cellar in the sky’ serves a delicious winter platter of homemade meat terrine, organic olives, toasty bread and a trio of cheeses.
The restaurant is furnished with an open fireplace and stylish leather furniture for cosy wine tastings in the lounge area.
Wine lovers can also enjoy the first white wine from the estate’s biodynamic harvest or a 2015 blend of sauvignon or cinsault.
For more information, visit the website.
3. Jazz it up at Delheim Estate
Enjoy a laidback lunch at Delheim Estate where guests can treat themselves to live jazz music and delectable food.
Enjoy a laidback lunch at Delheim Estate where guests can treat themselves to live jazz music and delectable food.The cosy venue has low ceilings and intimate tables where guests can huddle together around a pot of fondue. The fondue is served with oven fresh bread dippers and vegetable crudités.
Guests can also order starters from Delheim’s Garden Restaurant menu at an additional cost.
Wine lovers can savour a glass of the Delheim Pinotage Rosé, which has a loyal following across the globe. It is relished for its fresh, fruit-forward flavour.
For more information, visit the website.
4. Indulge in wine and pizza pairings at Eikendal Estate
Chilly days call for comforting meals and good company. Eikendal Estate in Stellenbosch has just what you need: a pizza and wine pairing experience.
Food and wine lovers can tuck into some wholesome mini pizzas which will be masterfully paired with just the right estate wine to perk up the palate and mood at Eikendal Estate.Food and wine lovers can tuck into some wholesome mini pizzas which will be masterfully paired with just the right estate wine to perk up the palate and mood.
The pizzas are freshly prepared by the Cucina di Giovanni restaurant, which is celebrated for its Italian fare.
Eikendal is not only renowned for its internationally acclaimed wines but it also offers a variety of family-friendly attractions and leisure activities like fly fishing, hiking, wine tasting, wildlife viewing and cellar tours.
For more information, visit the website.
5. Share a hearty meal at Gabriëlskloof Estate
Looking forward to sharing a hearty meal with family and friends? Why not visit Gabriëlskloof Estate where they offer delicious, slow-cooked dishes.
The food is served on large platters where everyone can help themselves and share in a delightful selection of heritage fare.
These family feasts range from ossobuco to tomato bredie, coq au vin and earthy comforts to brighten even the greyest of winter days.
Gabriëlskloof also lifts the lid on wholesome country goodness with a new A La Carte Winter Menu
Visitors can also try the delightfully dry Gabriëlskloof Rosebud, which is a delicately restrained rosé, a crisp mélange of Shiraz and Viognier, which are reminiscent of the provençal style of Southern France.
For more information, visit the website.
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