WINE & DINE—WHAT’S NEW IN FOOD AND DRINK

WINE & DINE

What’s New in Food and Wine

13 IN ONE

e inaugural vintage of a milestone Sauvignon Blanc wine has been released by the 13 wineries of the Durbanville Wine Valley. Each of the 13 wineries supplied the grapes for the making of (the simply named) DURBANVILLE SAUVIGNON BLANC. While collaborations of this scale don’t happen o en, this region has one of the best reputations for pioneering and award-winning Sauvignon Blanc. Contributors to the collaboration wine include Altydgedacht, Bloemendal, Canto, D’Aria, De Grendel, Diemersdal, Durbanville Hills, Groot Phesantekraal, Klein Roosboom, Maastricht, Meerendal, Nitida and Signal Gun. Its nal production was entrusted to veteran winemaker Charles Hopkins and Morgan Steyn of De Grendel. www.durbanvillewine.co.za

Who Turned Out the Lights?

Go dark this winter with the fi rst vintage of Paserene’s broody new Syrah. The boutique Franschhoek winery’s fi rst release of DARK—a full-bodied and broody 2018 Syrah forms part of the estate’s Elements range. Showing notes of spicy treacle, cherries and antique leather, “our wines are super precious to us,” says winemaker Martin Smith. “With that comes a responsibility and a serious commitment to the wine lover. For Elements, we pare the wine down to its core while having fun with it.” Dark joins four other members of Paserene’s Elements range including Rosie, Emerald, Bright and Midnight. www.paserene.com

Baby, It’s Cold Outside

Need a little winter escape that won’t break the bank? Soak up all the cosy comforts of winter at the SPIER HOTEL with up to 20% discount off on accommodation. Get comfy under a blanket and enjoy a book or board game (they’ve got plenty of both) as you sip the farm’s home-made hot chocolate, glühwein or, of course, one of their reds. Feeling peckish? The winter-inspired menus are fi lled with hearty dishes made with the freshest ingredients sourced from the farm. If you feel like venturing out, take a stroll or cycle around the estate, soak up the winter sunshine and crisp air. Sounds heavenly, don’t you think? Special runs until 31 August. To book, email reservations@spier.co.za

What a Venue!

Chef Mynhardt’s events in CATHEDRAL CELLAR are characterised by their fi ne balance between the bold and the understated: think bright colours, foliage, chandeliers, French linen tablecloths, cream porcelain plates and heritage-inspired cuisine. The creative Chef Mynhardt thrives on working closely with his guests to create one-of-a-kind events. This sought-after space can be booked for groups of 50 up to 300 by visiting www.mynhardt.co.za.

WINTER WARMER e Veritas 2021 Double Gold awardwinning D’Aria Piccolo Potstill Brandy shows layers of strawberry, cherry, orange peel and vanilla on the nose with traces of spicy hazelnut. On the silky, smooth palate is intense fruit providing a rewarding and complex nish. To purchase a bottle, go to www.dariawinery.co.za