Wine lovers will have the chance to taste an array of the country\u2019s best wines, including older vintages not usually available to the public, in the beautiful surroundings of Vergelegen Wine Estate in Somerset West this weekend. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This as the Cape Vintner Classification (CVC) Summer Soir\u00e9e is set to be held on Saturday (12 February) from 16:00 to 19:00. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The CVC is the only South African association championing sustainability, ethics and quality of distinguished Cape wines. Member producers include some of the most prestigious wine estates, including Vergelegen, which is 322 years old this year and renowned for its history, culture, architecture, sustainability and 18 spectacular gardens. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The CVC Summer Soir\u00e9e participants include Vergelegen, Almenkerk, Diemersdal, DeMorgenzon, Kanonkop, Morgenster, Wildekrans, De Wetshof, and Anthonij Rupert Wyne. Rare vintage wines from other CVC members will also be available for tasting at the CVC vinoteque table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The cost of R295 per person includes a welcome glass of Vergelegen wine, tastings of current and older CVC member wines, and a cheese and charcuterie board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Guests can meet renowned winemakers, enjoy live jazz music and stroll in the splendid estate gardens, or feast on a pre-booked dinner at Vergelegen\u2019s bistro-style Stables restaurant or the River Caf\u00e9. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Strict Covid-19 regulations will apply. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
To book soir\u00e9e tickets, visit https:\/\/plankton.mobi. To reserve a dinner place, go to https:\/\/vergelegen.co.za\/restaurants\/<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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