Whether you are a South African, an overseas visitor, a beginner wine drinker or a seasoned wine lover, the WINE DESK SATURDAY CLUB is for you!
It's informal and it's all about enjoying ourselves and the Cape's wonderful wines!
We organise 4 events per year.
We’ll send out a notice well in advance of each event. All you have to do, is respond to the invitation if you'd like to join us. As events are planned we will post them on our website.
Please click on this link http://winedeskwaterfront.co.za/newsletter/?p=subscribe Once we have you on our mailing list, you will be kept informed of all up-coming events. There is no compulsory attendance and no membership fee – you come and go as you please.
There is no membership fee and the cost of the various outings will vary, depending on the wineries to be visited, the cost of the lunch and the number of members attending. When we send out the invitations, we will inform you of the cost of that particular event.
Anyone and everyone. Bring a friend or two. Forward this e-mail to anyone you think may be interested in joining. We regret, no children under 18.
If you book and do not cancel by the Wednesday (close of business) before the event, you will be invoiced for that particular day. The only reason for this is that a meal would have been booked for you, and someone will have to pay the costs should you not pitch. No pay, no play.
You use your own transport. The up side of this is that you can leave when you need to (you know, rugby; your best friend's wedding, etc, etc). We will let you know what time we kick off for the day and where.
We promise you an experience that you would not get as an individual visiting a wine farm. We’ll keep the visits interesting, trendy, and as low-priced as possible. Also, any ideas and contributions are welcome.
Harvest Day - 19 February 2011 http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/event.php?eid=142998719092957
NEXT EVENT 9 July 2011:
We would like to introduce you to 2 hidden gems on the Stellenbosch Wine Route. For lunch - something with a little twist............ Do join us!
| Date: | Saturday, 9 July 2011 |
| Itinerary: | |
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10h00
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"Discover the mystery of wine with elevation". If that doesn't pique your interest ........ Join us at Uva Mira on the slopes of the majestic Helderberg mountain for a very special tasting. Caution: the Chardonnay is "to die for"! www.uvamira.co.za |
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12h00
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"Welcome to Groenvlei, home of Peter Falke Wines. Leave your worries behind, let the emotions come through your sole. Experience your five senses" says their website homepage. Join us at this gorgeous boutique winery where it is all about the senses. Winemaker Tertius Naude will welcome us into his cellar. www.peterfalkewines.com |
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Lunch |
I'm going back to my roots, and with my food hero, Cecil Manning, at the helm, I'll be 'sous chefing' to cook you a typical Madeiraen (Portuguese) lunch at his cafe/deli in the Technopark, Smulpaap! www.smulpaap.co.za |
| How much? |
R200pp - does not include wine and beverages, but includes both tastings and lunch. Smulpaap is happy for you to purchase your wine for lunch at the wineries we'll be visiting (no corkage fee). Special discounts have been arranged for those who wish to purchase wines. |
| How many can come? | As long as you book in time, the sky's the limit! |
| How to book: | By return e-mail. We will respond with payment details, etc. |
| How to pay: | Bookings have to be confirmed with payment within 24 hours, otherwise names will be removed from the booking list. |
| Deposits can be made: |
Nedbank Somerset West Please email or fax deposit slips (for attention WINE DESK) with your name on to: 086 607 2980. |
| Cut-off date for bookings: |
Wednesday 6 July at 12h00 |
Contact the Wine Desk on 021 – 418 0108 or info@winedesk.co.za