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Think quality. Drink Stellenbosch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stellenbosch Town Hall was transformed into a veritable Wine Town thanks to more than 50 farms showcasing the best they have to offer as part of this annual Stellenbosch Wine Festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Organised by the Stellenbosch Wine Routes, visitors feasted on treats at the harvest table while sipping on award-winning wines of local producers on Friday 2 and Saturday 3 August.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Leandra Engelbrecht of Stellenrust was on hand to provide bubblies and wine for visitors. <\/div>\n
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Ben Tlhabadira and Minenhle Mateha were among the happy visitors enjoying the good wines.<\/div>\n
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Anver Lewies, brand ambassador of Simonsig, made sure visitors\u2019 glasses were filled with the wine farm\u2019s best vintages.<\/div>\n
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The annual Stellenbosch Wine Festival was in full swing on Friday and Saturday. Photos: Ya\u00ebl Malgas<\/div>\n
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Telela Arosi and Atisang Maema had a wine of a time enjoying the varietals on offer. <\/div>\n
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Various local producers showcased their best wines at the annual Stellenbosch Wine Festival.<\/div>\n
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