Latest news with #WineTownStellenbosch
Time Out
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Sound On! Stellenbosch University choir strikes gold in Denmark
The Stellenbosch University Choir has once again made South Africa proud, clinching three gold medals at the 2025 Interkultur European Choir Games and Grand Prix of Nations in Aarhus, Denmark. Competing against 132 choirs from 33 countries, SU's choir was the only African representative and walked away with top scores in Adult Choirs, Jazz, Pop & Show, and Musica Sacra a Cappella categories. André van der Merwe, who has led the choir since 2003, expressed his pride in the students' dedication, 'They sing in the choir for the love of singing. Our marks of above 95% for all three categories are an incredible compliment at an international level. I am such a proud choir master.' Choir committee chairperson Talyah Greyling, a Master's student in Actuarial Science, highlighted the personal growth and unity forged on tour:`` 'Our slogan is 'a family of voices', and during this competition week we had the opportunity to live together, eat together, adventure together and get to know a whole new country and culture together.' Listen to their top-level performance of Coldplay's 'Fix You' in Aarhus, Denmark: Now's the perfect time to explore the choir's hometown of Stellenbosch, also described as South Africa's food capital by renowned chef Bertus Basson. Wine Town Stellenbosch returns from 26 July to 3 August 2025, bringing with it nine days of tastings, cellar tours, winemaker dinners and workshops - all leading up to the headline Stellenbosch Wine Festival on 1 & 2 August at the Town Hall. It's a celebration of South Africa's wine heritage with 50+ top producers (including first-timers like De Meye and Hidden Valley), over 200 wines, live music, and a lavish Graze Table curated by Basson's team.
Time Out
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Explore Stellenbosch with Wine Town 2025
Mark your diaries: it's almost time to swirl, sip, and snack your way through South Africa's wine capital. Wine Town Stellenbosch returns to the Eikestad from 26 July to 3 August 2025, and it's offering more than just excellent wine. This year, Wine Town Stellenbosch offers nine days of tastings, tours, dinners, and workshops leading up to the main event: the Stellenbosch Wine Festival on 1 and 2 August. And if you don't have time for a bit of Winelands road-tripping, the Wine Festival provides a one-stop shop and all-access pass to over 200 wines from more than 50 producers. Held at the City Hall of this charming university town, you can look forward to first-time attendees including Raats Family Wines, Hidden Valley and De Meye, joining top-tier brands such as Simonsig, Rust en Vrede, Spier and Blaauwklippen. Also making a comeback is the popular Graze Table; an endless spread of seasonal, local bites curated by Bertus Basson Restaurants Group Chef Adel Grewar. Extra points for creating your own wine pairings! Prefer your Pinot with a side of music? Expect live entertainment throughout, plus plenty of opportunities to chat directly with winemakers and cellar hands.
The Star
04-06-2025
- Business
- The Star
Top winemakers bring taste of Stellenbosch to Jozi
South Africa's top winemakers are headed to Johannesburg next week for the annual Stellenbosch Winter Wine Showcase, which returns to the City of Gold with a full line-up of tastings, food pairings, and festive flair. Taking place on June 10 and 11, the showcase will bring together more than 40 wineries and winemakers from the country's most awarded wine region. Attendees will have the chance to sip premium wines, engage with the people who make them, and discover why Stellenbosch remains the heart of South African wine. The events - happening in both Soweto and Sandton - will feature big names like Ntsiki Biyela of Aslina Wines, Shawn Matthyse of Ken Forrester Wines, Dirk van Zyl of Glenelly Wines, Rianie Strydom of Cavalli Estate and Narina Cloete of Blaauwklippen Estate. For the first time, the showcase will also spotlight some of Stellenbosch's finest locally-made brandies, adding depth to the already rich tasting experience. 'We're super excited about bringing Stellenbosch to Johannesburg again this year,' said Elmarie Rabe, manager of Stellenbosch Wine Routes. 'We share so much as South Africans, and this is another opportunity to share our stories and celebrate the diversity of culture and taste.' Rabe said the events aim to connect new audiences to Stellenbosch and encourage tourism to the region. 'At the same time, we're hoping to entice visitors to visit Stellenbosch itself, particularly for our annual wine festival that takes place in August.' The Stellenbosch Wine Festival, part of the broader Wine Town Stellenbosch celebration, runs over two days and is known for showcasing the best of the region's wines, landscapes and hospitality. This year's Johannesburg leg includes: Soweto Tasting: 📍 Ristorante Villa Soweto, Orlando West 📅 June 10 | 6pm – 10pm 🎟️ Tickets: R200 (includes a tasting glass). Food trucks available. 🎫 Tickets via Webtickets and Pick n Pay. Sandton Showcase: 📍 Southern Sun Sandton and Towers 📅 June 11 | From 5.30pm 🎟️ Tickets: R400 (includes wine tastings and food pairings) 🎫 Tickets via | Limited to 150 guests. More information is available at and updates can be found via @stellwineroute on social media.
IOL News
04-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- IOL News
Top winemakers bring taste of Stellenbosch to Jozi
The Stellenbosch Winter Wine Showcase brings wine, brandy, and flair to Joburg from June 9 to 11. South Africa's top winemakers are headed to Johannesburg next week for the annual Stellenbosch Winter Wine Showcase, which returns to the City of Gold with a full line-up of tastings, food pairings, and festive flair. Taking place on June 10 and 11, the showcase will bring together more than 40 wineries and winemakers from the country's most awarded wine region. Attendees will have the chance to sip premium wines, engage with the people who make them, and discover why Stellenbosch remains the heart of South African wine. The events - happening in both Soweto and Sandton - will feature big names like Ntsiki Biyela of Aslina Wines, Shawn Matthyse of Ken Forrester Wines, Dirk van Zyl of Glenelly Wines, Rianie Strydom of Cavalli Estate and Narina Cloete of Blaauwklippen Estate. For the first time, the showcase will also spotlight some of Stellenbosch's finest locally-made brandies, adding depth to the already rich tasting experience. 'We're super excited about bringing Stellenbosch to Johannesburg again this year,' said Elmarie Rabe, manager of Stellenbosch Wine Routes. 'We share so much as South Africans, and this is another opportunity to share our stories and celebrate the diversity of culture and taste.' Rabe said the events aim to connect new audiences to Stellenbosch and encourage tourism to the region. 'At the same time, we're hoping to entice visitors to visit Stellenbosch itself, particularly for our annual wine festival that takes place in August.' The Stellenbosch Wine Festival, part of the broader Wine Town Stellenbosch celebration, runs over two days and is known for showcasing the best of the region's wines, landscapes and hospitality. This year's Johannesburg leg includes: Soweto Tasting: 📍 Ristorante Villa Soweto, Orlando West 📅 June 10 | 6pm – 10pm 🎟️ Tickets: R200 (includes a tasting glass). Food trucks available. 🎫 Tickets via Webtickets and Pick n Pay. Sandton Showcase: 📍 Southern Sun Sandton and Towers 📅 June 11 | From 5.30pm 🎟️ Tickets: R400 (includes wine tastings and food pairings) 🎫 Tickets via | Limited to 150 guests. More information is available at and updates can be found via @stellwineroute on social media.
