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Why does the band "Earth, Wind and Fire" keep springing
to mind. Maybe it's because the natural
force of these elements have been clearly
visible this summer. Talk about global
warming – surely we have to be believers by
now. We have always done our bit to attempt
to neutralise our carbon footprint and the
recent COP21 talks in Paris have succeeded
in a plan to slow down the effects of this
phenomenon.
Although the heat waves continue unabated,
the Western Cape has been better off than
most of the country. The vineyards are
healthy, but the yield will be down which
will result in greater intensity of flavour.
We recorded the earliest start of harvest
ever and everything promises to ripen at the
same time. It will be a frenetic harvest,
but we are confident we can work our magic.
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Awards
Apart from all the awards garnered for our wines
last year, our attention to sustainability was also
rewarded.
At the Great Wine Capitals Global Network gala dinner held in Spain last year, where the Best of wine Tourism awards were
handed out, we were announced the South
African winners in the Sustainable
Wine Tourism Practices category.
We were also a winner at the Getaway Nedbank
Green wine awards for our sustainability
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Events
Amazing Race
On the weekend of the 19th of March we are hosting
an "Amazing Race" with an Easter Theme. Wine related
challenges will be completed by the various teams
entering the Race and the winners will receive
prizes. Contact René at Villiera on 021 865 2002 or rene@villiera.com for entry details.
Wednesday Soiree
To step up social activity at Villiera and
provide an additional opportunity to taste and
purchase wine, we are introducing a monthly event on
the last Wednesday of each month as from April.
These Wednesday Soirees will take place from 17h00
to 20h00 and the format will be adapted to the
season. A R50 entry fee will cover a tasting of
featured wines and light entertainment. Interesting
food will be available for sale at food stalls.
There will be a limit to the number of people we can
accommodate and we suggest booking with René.
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Entrance
The R101 that runs past our entrance is in the
process of being upgraded and a stop/go has been
installed but only after our entrance. Turning in at
Villiera looks as though it would be complicated but
it has not been affected. We apologise for the
inconvenience and trust that the road works will not
put you off visiting Villiera.
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Game Drives
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Drives through our Wild Life Sanctuary are becoming
increasingly popular and are available Monday to
Saturday.
Please don't forget to book for these with
Ashleigh on 021 865 2002 or wine@villiera.com. |
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Domaine Grier
Our first 2015 wines from Domaine Grier have arrived
in South Africa. It was a wonderful vintage in the
South of France and you should enjoy the refreshing
Rosé and the zesty Chardonnay that are now
available.
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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 René 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 is on the right corner of the R304 and R101,
opposite the Koelenhof winery. |
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View our online
WINE SHOP here | Join our WINE CLUB for loyalty benefits
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