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DURBANVILLE WINE VALLEY UNVEILS HISTORIC CABERNET SAUVIGNON COLLAB

DURBANVILLE WINE VALLEY UNVEILS HISTORIC CABERNET SAUVIGNON COLLAB

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:7 December 21
  • Post category:Press Release/Proudly SA wines

A collaboration by leading Cape wineries has followed the footsteps of a South African icon, producing a Cabernet Sauvignon from an exceptional vineyard that no longer exists.  Its grapes hail…

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Clash of sommeliers to be broadcast live on 13 December

Clash of sommeliers to be broadcast live on 13 December

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:6 December 21
  • Post category:Press Release/Proudly SA wines

Who will be the Stellenbosch Wine Routes Ubuntu Trophy champs? Some of South Africa’s best sommeliers will attempt to prize the title of supreme champion from rival Zimbabwe in a…

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Tokara wins best New World Bordeaux blend in Global Challenge

Tokara wins best New World Bordeaux blend in Global Challenge

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:6 December 21
  • Post category:Press Release/Proudly SA wines

Tokara, the family owned Stellenbosch Wine and Olive Estate, has triumphed at the 2021 Global Fine Wine Challenge by securing the Trophy for the best New World Bordeaux blend and…

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DOUBLE GOLD FOR KRONE KAAIMANSGAT BLANC DE BLANCS 2016

DOUBLE GOLD FOR KRONE KAAIMANSGAT BLANC DE BLANCS 2016

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:1 September 21
  • Post category:Proudly SA wines

The Krone Kaaimansgat Blanc de Blancs 2016, a single-vineyard terroir-specific vintage cuvée, has been awarded DOUBLE GOLD with a score of 93 at the Gilbert & Gaillard International Challenge 2021! GILBERT &…

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Steenberg celebrates women and 50 years of Cap Classique

Steenberg celebrates women and 50 years of Cap Classique

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:31 August 21
  • Post category:Proudly SA wines

All good things come in twos, so feel inspired and salute Women’s Month and 50 years of Cap Classique with a pair of Steenberg’s finest.  There can be no better way to…

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Eikendal releases second vintage of rare Mon Désir Chardonnay

Eikendal releases second vintage of rare Mon Désir Chardonnay

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:30 August 21
  • Post category:Proudly SA wines

Renowned Stellenbosch winery Eikendal has released its limited release Mon Désir Chardonnay 2018 – a classic rendition of the exceptional elegance this varietal can attain.This highly desirable wine is produced only…

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LAUNCH OF BARISTA BLACK

LAUNCH OF BARISTA BLACK

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:27 August 21
  • Post category:Proudly SA wines

If the Authorised Biography of James Bond is to be believed, the world’s most celebrated secret agent is 100 years young. His creator may have passed on, and many of the actors…

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DRINK A TOAST TO MURATIE ESTATE

DRINK A TOAST TO MURATIE ESTATE

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:18 August 21
  • Post category:Proudly SA wines/Recipes

August 18 is International Pinot Noir Day so raise a glass of Muratie George Paul Canitz Pinot Noir and drink a toast not only to this beautiful cultivar, but to…

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INTRODUCING THE NEW 2 LITRE FAT BASTARD CHARDONNAY

INTRODUCING THE NEW 2 LITRE FAT BASTARD CHARDONNAY

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:16 August 21
  • Post category:Proudly SA wines

Your favourite award-winning Chardonnay is now available in a slimline 2-litre box for LIVING on the large size of life! Slim on the outside, FAT on the inside!  The only…

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Hi! I’m Cisca, mother to Hudson and Levi and wife to Daniel. I am a lecturer by day and content creator / influencer at night. I have always loved Beauty and Fashion and my blog gives me the opportunity to be creative. This blog is also about finding yourself and feeling comfortable in your own skin. Motherhood can be a daunting experience and I’m here to share my ups and downs and at the same time review Get ready and enjoy this journey with me.

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