Franschhoek Summer Wines

Making the most of summer in the gourmet capital

Celebrate the last few days of summer in style and head off to Leopard’s Leap Vineyards on 31 March, set in the picturesque Franschhoek Wine Valley, for the inaugural Franschhoek Summer Wines. Known as one of SA’s leading wine destinations, most of the valley’s top wineries will be showcasing their summer wines at this Cape Winelands event.

Participating wineries include La Bri, Morena, Colmant, Môreson, Anthonji Rupert’s Cape of Good Hope and Terra del Capo, Franschhoek Cellars, Bellingham, Noble Hill, Leopard’s Leap, La Motte, Solms-Delta and Haut Espoir. Wine lovers will have the opportunity to browse at their leisure or engage with the winemakers, who would have just finished the 2012 wine harvest.

Relax and unwind, taking in the scenery of the Franschoek valley as live entertainment ensures an unforgettable experience throughout the day.

Celebrity chef food demonstrations
Celebrity chef Liam Tomlin, who has recently launched Liam Tomlin Food at Leopard’s Leap Vineyards, and which has been receiving rave reviews, will ensure you don’t go hungry as he prepares sumptuous food to purchase whilst enjoying the day. Liam Tomlin and his team will also be hosting exciting food demonstrations at 12pm, 2pm and 4pm on the day.

Taking full advantage of the glorious summer days the festival will be open from 12pm until 5pm.

Tickets: R180 per person which includes a tasting of all the wines on show and can be can be purchased online via webtickets. Booking for this Franschoek event is essential as tickets are limited to 350 people only.   Those wishing to spend the night will be spoilt for choice with accommodation ranging from the finest bed and breakfasts to luxurious boutique hotels, all nestling in a picturesque and safe environment. For more information contact Franschhoek Wine Valley events co-ordinator Darielle Robertson on.

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