Waterkloof is well known for their approach to biodynamic farming and sweeping views of False Bay. Many of the great, long-lived Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignons of the 1950s, 60s and 70s conspired over a secret ingredient. Cinsault was hidden within the wines without mention on the label, lending elegance and perfume to these Cape [...]
Chef Virgil Kahn has just spent three awe-(and menu) inspiring weeks in South East Asia, discovering the flavours, ingredients and people of this diverse part of the world. Kahn spent three weeks working and dining in some of the world’s best restaurants. His epicurean journey began and ended at two fellow Relais & Châteaux properties. [...]
Goodbye long, sunny days and hello cold, chilly winter! I was recently invited to participate in the compilation of the Stellenbosch wine route's A-Z WinterWinederland guide. The project focuses on all of the winter activities and warm wine farm havens along this famous route. Here is a look into the estates I had the pleasure [...]
