★ Treat yourself - fine wine tasting this weekend!

All of us are so proud of Father and Son team at this year’s Absa Cape Epic. Reaching the half-way mark in the 2014 Absa Cape Epic has been an emotional journey for Paul and Johannes, With four days of rain, cold and mud (lots and lots of mud). They are very positive about the remaining days to come and we support them in this, the world's premier mountain bike stage race.  If not already evident, the Absa Cape Epic is about strong spirits, incredible people and partnerships. We support them all the way and wish them every success.

Promotions this weekend include:

◙ Beaumont Shiraz/Mourvédre

Marked down from R135 to R95

◙ Le Grand Jardin Red

Marked down from R95 to R75

◙ Jean Daneel Sauvignon Blanc

Marked down from R1155 to R95

◙ Creation Whalepod Sauvignon Blanc

10% discount on 12 bottles

[R73.50 to R66.15 per bottle]

Tasting this weekend will include:

1.       Flagstone Sauvignon Blanc 2011

2.       Badsberg Chenin Blanc 2013

3.       Vrede en Lust White Mischief 2012

4.       Le Grand Jardin Red 2009

5.       Cloof Very Sexy Shiraz 2010

6.       Belfield Aristata 2009

7.       Arendskloof Pinotage 2008

8.       Corder Chardonnay 2012

9.       Corder Sauvignon Blanc 2012

10.    De Krans The Espresso

Join us for a fine wine time!

Get Crafty – Ciders & Beers

Craft beers have become more popular over the last few years, which allows for the consumer market to be introduced to hand-crafted and specially selected beers.  Not all craft beers are made equal, just like with wine, there are different types of craft beer, such as ales and ciders as well as different types of ales.

The Wine Village stocks twelve types of craft beers and ciders from five different producers and are always on the lookout for new products and producers. Wild Beast Ale is one of the newest producers to be sold from the fridge, with Amber and Honey ale to choose from.

Local producer, Birkenhead Breweries, is a firm favourite, with their Honey Blonde and Pilsner selling fast. Much like wine, these beers are tasted and rated according their taste, appearance and smell. The Karusa Caveman’s Dry craft beer is a darker, fuller beer with hints of espresso and dark chocolate, whereas the Birkenhead Honey blonde is a lighter, fruitier beer.

The ciders in store are apple, pear and brandy cask, from William Everson, with their own distinct flavours and are refreshing. The Dragon Fiery Ginger Beer is an alcoholic ginger beer, which goes to show that there is always something new to try out.

Come take a look at our selection of finely made craft beers and try something different.