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It seems that weather conditions
around the globe have had a
negative effect on yield over the
last year. The 2018 vintage in the
Western Cape certainly promises to
be one of the smallest on record. A
worldwide shortage of wine looms
and prices are already escalating
which is bad news for wine lovers.
On the bright side, better quality
should make paying higher prices
bearable.
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Clearly, the environmental
impact of what we do is becoming
critical. At Villiera we have always
paid attention to this aspect of our
business and towards the end of last
year we were honoured to receive a
major "Green" award. The Drinks
Business magazine, based in the UK,
announced at an awards ceremony in
November, that we were the recipient
of their International "Green
Company of the year" award. |
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To ease the Western Cape's water
problem, we have ceased using
Municipal water. We have started up
our boreholes that have been kept in
reserve for almost 30 years, but the
water has to be treated to ensure
potability.
This was an expensive exercise, and
to compensate we have dramatically
reduced water use. Our next project
will be to cover some of our dams
saving 2 000 litres of water per ㎡.The
2018 harvest is now in full swing,
with the heady aromas of fermenting
wine permeating through the cellar.
Our experienced team rigorously
sets about their work and they are
complemented by the youthful energy
and enthusiasm of Xander and
Nathan, our young winemakers. There
are new ideas and numerous plans
for experiments, which all adds to
the excitement of the vintage. |
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Awards
At the annual "Wine of the Month Club" awards
ceremony, our
Monro Brut 2011 was selected as
first placed Cap Classique by their esteemed
panel.
At Veritas we also did well with our Cap
Classique, receiving a double gold for our
Monro Brut 2011 and gold for our
Tradition
Brut.
The John Platter guide also endorsed the
quality of our Cap Classique with 4½ stars
for
Monro Brut 2011 and
Brut Natural 2013. We
also received 4½ stars for "The Clan" and
"Barrel fermented Chenin Blanc".
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Game Drive Evenings
The busy holiday season is over, and we are planning another
series of sunset game drive evenings. A few
pleasant surprises will await you to challenge
your taste buds. Departure will commence at
17:30 from the Tasting Room on a comfortable
open safari vehicle. Sip and savour on a
sundowner and snacks, while contemplating a
diverse population of antelope and a variety of
birdlife. After this 2-hour sunset drive, a
Winemaker will welcome you on the terrace at the
Tasting Room for a braai and wine tasting.
| Dates: |
Thursday, 15th of February; Friday, 2nd of
March; Wednesday, 14th of March. |
| Arrival time: |
Guests to arrive at Villiera from 17:00 |
| Departure time: |
17:30 |
| End time: |
21:00 |
| Price: |
R450pp (Includes 2-hour Game Drive, snacks, sundowner, informal tasting, braai & wine)
The menu will be limited
and small, therefore it can't be altered.
We regret no children. |
| Bookings: |
Limited availability, phone us on 021 865 2002 or email wine@villiera.com. |
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Wine Club
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If you have not yet joined
our Wine Club, simply email club@villiera.com to
receive your membership form. For further
information and benefits, contact Hannelie on 021 865
2002 or follow the WINE CLUB link on www.villiera.com.
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Our online shop is now available to facilitate
ordering Villiera wine for Club members. You can
register as a member online on www.villierashop.com. |
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Queries & Private Wine Tastings
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We are situated 40km from Cape Town, 20 km from Paarl and 10 km from Stellenbosch.
Take exit 39 from the N1 highway.
Travel 2 km down the R304 in the direction of Stellenbosch.
Villiera Wines is on the right corner of the R304 and R101,
opposite the Koelenhof winery. |
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