Tag Archives: Paarl
VALENTINE’S CELEBRATIONS AT LABORIE
Posted on 01. Feb, 2012 by BottlePlatePillow.
St Valentine declared February the month of love and as such romantics across the country will be looking for new and exciting ways to spoil their loved ones. Laborie Wine Farm regarded as one of the precious jewels in the Winelands, situated in the heart of Paarl, and surrounded by the majestic Drakenstein Mountains, offers [...]
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KWV CLASSIC CHARDONNAY 2010 RANKED NO.1 BY TOP GERMAN WINE MAGAZINE
Posted on 27. Jan, 2012 by BottlePlatePillow.
germany’s most influential wine magazine, Weinwirtschaft, recently announced its “Top 100 most successful wines” in Germany. The competition looks for the most successful white and red as well as the best New World white and red wine. Agencies, distributors such as Eggers & Franke, wineries and traders entered more than 700 wines into this competition. [...]
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REPACKAGED KWV SPARKLING WINE OPTIMISE SOPHISTICATION
Posted on 25. Jan, 2012 by BottlePlatePillow.
The elegant repacking of the KWV sparkling wines, creates an impression of sophistication and discernment associated with the delightful taste of the wines in this range, namely the KWV Demi Sec, Rosé and Cuveé Brut. Forming part of the fashionable KWV Classic Collection, these enchanting sparkling wines promise to enhance any occasion. “Times when friends [...]
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FESTIVE CHEER AT LABORIE LAZY DAYS MARKET
Posted on 28. Nov, 2011 by BottlePlatePillow.
Laborie offers something special for the holiday period for the whole family. Make the most of the festive season and stock up on beautiful handcrafted items and delicious fresh produce for family and friends at the Laborie Lazy Days Market. The popular lifestyle market will be open to the public on the weekends of the [...]
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THE “HARVEST” BEGINS EARLY FOR LABORIE WINE FARM WITH THE LAUNCH OF HARVEST AT LABORIE
Posted on 16. Nov, 2011 by BottlePlatePillow.
Harvest at Laborie, the recently launched restaurant at Laborie Wine Farm set in the heart of Paarl, with the imposing Paarl Rock as its backdrop, offers a plethora of delectable dishes created by internationally acclaimed consultant chef Matthew Gordon. During his 26 years as a chef Matthew has built up an impressive curriculum vitae, heading [...]
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CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT AND NIGHT MARKET AT LABORIE
Posted on 15. Nov, 2011 by BottlePlatePillow.
Celebrate the start of the festive season and head off to Laborie Wine Farm on Friday evening, 9 December, for their annual Carols by Candlelight and Night Market. Situated in the heart of Paarl and surrounded by the majestic Drakenstein Mountains, with the Paarl Mountain as its backdrop, Laborie is regarded as one of the [...]
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KWV 10 YEAR OLD AWARDED BEST BRANDY IN THE WORLD
Posted on 13. Oct, 2011 by BottlePlatePillow.
The renowned KWV 10 Year Old brandy has been awarded best brandy in the world for a second time at this year’s International Spirits Challenge (ISC). A true South African gem, this fine brandy also received this Trophy in 2007. Announced at the Marriott Grosvenor Square in London earlier this week, the ISC celebrates excellence [...]
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KWV BRANDY CELEBRATES WITH YOU
Posted on 11. Oct, 2011 by BottlePlatePillow.
It’s the time of the year where you look forward to entertaining family, friends and business associates. Diaries are filling up quickly and shopping lists are being checked to ensure you have everything you need to make this a memorable summer and festive season. Days are filled with the promise of good food, good conversation [...]
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KWV IS 2011’S VERITAS CROWN PRINCE
Posted on 10. Oct, 2011 by BottlePlatePillow.
KWV has been crowned as the king of Veritas 2011. Last night (Saturday 8 October) this almost century old wine and brandy company with its headquarters in Paarl, received a remarkable five double gold and nine gold medals at the 2011 Veritas Award ceremony – the most double gold and gold medals ever won by [...]
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Laborie Rock Run 8 October 2011
Posted on 30. Sep, 2011 by BottlePlatePillow.
LABORIE PAARL ROCK TRAIL RUN 8 OCTOBER 2011 – Attention all running enthusiasts! Make your way to the picturesque Laborie Wine Farm on Saturday, 8 October for their inaugural trail run event, in conjunction with the Drakenstein Municipality. Situated in the heart of the Paarl Winelands, Laborie is surrounded by vineyards set against the majestic [...]
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NEW VINTAGE KNORHOEK CHENIN BLANC 2010 A PROFUSION OF FRUIT FLAVOURS
Knorhoek, the time-honoured Stellenbosch estate recognised for its intensely fruity Chenin blanc wines with a fuller taste appeal, has launched the latest 2010 vintage of this versatile white variety. The idyllic terroir of the Knorhoek vineyards, tucked away in a corner of the Simonsberg where wild lions once roamed, imparts the intense aromatic fruitiness and full-bodied structure of full ripe Chenin blanc. The grapes for the 2010 vintage stem from 35 years old bush vines and were hand-picked at full ripeness to craft this rich, mouth-filling wine. Read more...
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