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Decanter Wine Tastings & Club
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If you love wine and would like to explore some exciting South African and international wines, you are at the right place! Decanter Wine Tastings offer both enthusiasts and skilled individuals the opportunity to taste various sparkling, white, rosé, red and sweet wines from all over the world with a focus on South Africa. There are various once-off events that are open to the public, held mostly in Johannesburg and Pretoria. Decanter Wine Club is for individuals who would like to explore a wider range of exciting wines on a regular basis. The club consists of a small group of enthusiasts in Johannesburg, tasting and discussing wines five times a year. The Decanter Wine Diaries include detailed information about a selection of wines, tasting notes and stories around wines from around the world. The tasting events, club and diaries are led by our Johannesburg based sommelier, Jaco Meyer.
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Cederberg Bukettraube 2025
The Cederberg Bukettraube is an aromatic off-dry white wine that is one of its kind in South Africa. Made from the German grape variety, also known as Bouquet Blanc, this wine hits the perfect spot for those who are looking for something on the slightly sweeter and lighter style. If light and sweet is not your style, it is still recommended to give this wine a try, as it was left in the very capable hands of cellarmaster David Nieuwoudt to work his magic on this wine. In th
Jan Harmsgat Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
The Jan Harmsgat Cabernet Sauvignon is a limited-edition wine that delivers well for its price class. In the glass, it offers a deep ruby colour with a forthcoming nose of ripe plums and mint leaves. It delivers well on the palate, with cassis, plums, min and structured tannins. A slight smokiness comes through that can be ascribed to the 12 months in 4 th fill French oak barrels and it leaves with a ripe fruit finish. This wine can be chilled slightly and is best served i
Lievland Bushvine Pinotage 2023
The Lievland Bushvine Pinotage 2023 tells a story both in the glass and on the label. The wine pays tribute to Baroness Hendrika von Stiernhjelm of Latvia, whose legacy inspired the elegant design that captures the spirit of this remarkable wine. Today, Lievland forms part of MAN Family Wines, continuing its tradition of producing expressive, well-balanced wines. The wine is forthcoming on the nose with a mix of spice and both red and black fruit. On the palate, it is balan
Journey's End V1 Chardonnay 2023
The Journey's End V1 Chardonnay 2023 comes from one of the oldest wine farms in Stellenbosch, established as a resting point for travellers on their way to the town. This Chardonnay is fermented and matured in a combination of French oak, concrete eggs and clay amphorae for balance, with extended lees contact for nine months, batonage, and 10% malolactic fermentation. In the glass, it has a light golden colour with a green tinge. The nose is medium in intensity, showing del
Karibib Pinot Noir 2023
The Karibib Pinot Noir 2023 is the maiden vintage from Karibib Estate. The name Karibib comes from an ancient Nama word meaning “Place of water.” This wine shows the character and complexity of Stellenbosch Pinot Noir while offering something different from the more familiar style. In the glass, it has a brick red colour with a bright red centre. The nose is complex, with aromas of olives, red fruit, spices and fynbos. On the palate, it opens with a dominant but intriguing
Creation Pinot Noir 2024
The Creation Pinot Noir 2024 is an entry-level wine from a producer synonymous with Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. While it is the bottom of the range, it overdelivers in flavour, balance and elegance. The farm was recognised as the best vineyard in the world in 2019, and this wine shows why. In the glass, it has a beautiful light and bright red colour. The nose shows delicate rose petal and mushroom aromas. On the palate, it offers flavours of red fruit, including berries, str
Tesselaarsdal Pinot Noir 2021
The Tesselaarsdal Pinot Noir 2021 is a fantastic example of South African Pinot Noir, and certainly one of the best on offer. It is matured entirely in French oak, with 26% new barrels, and produced in very limited quantities of less than 1,000 cases. In the glass, it shows a light, bright red colour. The nose is perfumed, with aromas of red fruit and warm spices. On the palate, it has a soft and elegant entry, fruit-forward with flavours of strawberries, red cherries, clov
Ataraxia Sauvignon Blanc 2025
Ataraxia, synonymous with great Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, also produces a popular Sauvignon Blanc by winemaker Kevin Grant. This cool climate Sauvignon Blanc is a great expression of its terroir and certainly worth a try if you are looking for a fresh and tropical summer drink. In the glass, it has a pale-yellow colour with a slight green tinge. It is forthcoming on the nose, with tropical fruit and citrus, with hints of fresh grass. It is fr
Stellenview Kruger Family Reserve Marguerite MCC Brut 2019
The Stellenview Kruger Family Reserve Marguerite MCC Brut is a phenomenal MCC that is a true crowd-pleaser. It is a wine that is just...
Jordan The Long Fuse Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
The Jordan Long Fuse Cabernet Sauvignon is a very typical Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon, with a great terroir expression. Jordan, as a...
Villiera Jasmine 2023
The Villiera Jasmine is the perfect wine for those looking for a slightly sweeter and fruity style white wine. The blend of Muscat,...
Reyneke Organic Chenin Blanc 2024
The Reyneke Organic Chenin Blanc is an entry-level Chenin Blanc under the Reyneke label and it is widely available. This wine, that has...
Welbedacht Estate Skoolblok Steen 2023
The Welbedacht Estate Skoolblok Steen is a Chenin Blanc that makes a solid statement in the glass. It is not too light but also not too...
Winshaw Estate The Fox Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
The Winshaw Estate The Fox Cabernet Sauvignon was named after Gideon Johannes Joubert, who was nicknamed “The Fox” due to his fox stamp...
Richard Kershaw Elgin Syrah 2012
Richard Kershaw is renowned for his work with clones and, although this was the first vintage of this wine, he got it right immediately....
La Motte Pierneef Syrah Viognier 2018
The La Motte Pierneef Syrah Viognier is a top wine, a true crowd pleaser, showcasing expert winemaking skills and true value for money....
Lost Boy Marea Sauvignon Blanc 2024
The Lost Boy Marea is compared by many as the Nesos of South Africa. Making only 250 bottles of this superb wine, it is not only a...
Diemersdal Wild Horseshoe Sauvignon Blanc 2023
The Diemersdal Wild Horseshoe Sauvignon Blanc is one of the many Sauvignon Blancs from Diemersdal, but it stands out – not only by its...
Paul Clüver Sauvignon Blanc 2024
The Paul Clüver Sauvignon Blanc is currently the only non-Burgundian-style wine in the Paul Clüver range – for a reason: it is...
Fryer’s Cove Bamboes Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2023
The Fryer’s Cove Bamboes Bay Sauvignon Blanc is one of the most unusual Sauvignon Blancs on the market. In order to find something close...
Welbedacht Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2023
The Welbedacht Estate Sauvignon Blanc is a pleasant, crisp and fruity wine from Wellington – an area where we do not find much Sauvignon...
Villiera Gold MCC NV
The Villiera Gold MCC turned a few heads when it was released at WineX in 2024, with festive 22 carat edible gold flakes in the wine. I...
Allée Bleue Shiraz 2020
The Allée Bleue Shiraz 2020 is a great wine with grapes sourced from the farm in Franschhoek. The wine was matured in 5% American oak,...
Allée Bleue Sauvignon Blanc 2023
The Allée Bleue Sauvignon Blanc 2023 is one of my best finds for the year. The grapes for this wine were sourced from the Darling area in...
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