Innholdsfortegnelse for August/September 2023 i Franschhoek Life

https://pinotage.co.za/ Pinotage SA is delighted to announce the launch of the Absa Vintage Pinotage Excellence Awards, a ground-breaking initiative that celebrates the artistry and outstanding craftsmanship of South African winemakers. In its first year, with a fresh approach, the awards have evolved from the Absa Top 10 Pinotage Awards to focus on judging Vintage wines separately. This innovative decision was made in collaboration with the esteemed Institute of Cape Wine Masters, ensuring the utmost integrity and expertise in the evaluation process. The Absa Vintage Pinotage Excellence Awards have attracted a panel of distinguished judges renowned for their discerning palates and extensive knowledge of the wine industry. The esteemed judging panel includes Bennie Howard, Anton Swarts, Christine Rudman, Colin Frith, and Sandy Harper, each bringing their expertise and passion to the…

AUGUST 25 https://lapetiteferme.co.za/ MUSHROOM THEMED EVENING AT LA PETITE FERME Indulge your inner gastronome this winter and snap up a seat at the exclusive Wine & Food Experience. The themed dinners are inspired by a flavour where the chefs choose an ingredient which will be used across all five courses, paired with an estate wine. The evening includes a five-course dinner with wine pairing @R1450pp. Booking essential. BOOKINGS  reception@lapetiteferme.co.za TUES-SAT https://nocturneexperience.co.za/ NOCTURNE Nocturne now open in Stellenbosch. Tuesday to Saturday 16h00 until late. 43 Plein Street, Stellenbosch, 7600. Bookings: reservations@nocturneexperience.co.za @nocturne_stellenbosch  nocturneexperience.co.za CONTACT 021 023 4100 WED-SUN https://leopardsleap.co.za/ BREAKFAST AT LEOPARD’S LEAP Start your day at Leopard’s Leap Family Vineyards with a delightful Rise & Shine menu of moreish gourmet breakfast sandwiches! 09h00-11h00.  info@leopardsleap.co.za www.leopardsleap.co.za BOOKINGS 021 876 8002 AUGUST…

https://www.sanbona.com/ 20 years later, Sanbona Wildlife Reserve is one of South Africa’s largest privately-owned nature reserves, stretching across miles of rich protected ecosystems within two globally recognised biodiversity hotspots. The reserve’s conservation model has been honed over decades to identify key projects that establish resilient ecosystems, landscapes and communities. These aspects are all essential to success and are practiced and managed by a stellar conservation team. Sanbona creates a balance where critically important ecosystems, endangered wildlife and flora can prosper for the benefit of future generations. The reserve embodies an authentic and contrasting natural space, whose commitment to conservation is imparted and intricately woven into our guest experiences. The reserves convenient location, a mere 3.5 hours from Cape Town, extends 58,000 hectares of big, Karoo sky country with breath-taking sceneries…