The hottest winter accommodation specials in the Cape Winelands
Wednesday, 24 Jun 26 by wine.co.za, Jeanine Malan
Warm up with our list of some of the best winter accommodation specials on offer in the Cape Winelands right now.
Spier 21 Gables takes gold at Concours Mondial de Bruxelles
Friday, 19 Jun 26 by Spier
This year, Spier emerged with four gold medals, of which three were for 21 Gables wines, at the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles.
Spier Light Art returns for its ninth year – and it's looking for artists and makers
Monday, 15 Jun 26 by Spier
Africa's longest-running light art exhibition, hosted annually at Spier Wine Farm, invites artists to submit expressions of interest.
Investec Trophy Wine Show celebrates 25 years of excellence in winemaking
Monday, 8 Jun 26 by Trophy Wine Show
The results for the 2026 Investec Trophy Wine Show are now live – spotlighting the craft, talent and legacy behind South Africa's finest wines.
Chenin Blanc: From workhorse to world stage
Friday, 5 Jun 26 by Vinimark
South Africa’s most underestimated grape has become its greatest global statement.
Recipe: Slow braised lamb shank with minted gremolata paired with Spier Creative Block 5
Tuesday, 2 Jun 26 by Spier
This tender lamb shank with minted gremolata finds its perfect match in the bold structure and finesse of Spier Creative Block 5.
Into the bath house at Spier
Tuesday, 26 May 26 by Jane Broughton
A first-hand account of Spier Spa's signature Cape Herbal Bath House experience, where botanical rituals, warm herbal soaks, and grounding massages restore calm.
The best child-friendly wine farms in the Cape Winelands - the winter edition
Friday, 22 May 26 by wine.co.za, Jeanine Malan
The Cape Winelands has plenty to keep kids busy this winter, from jungle gyms to animal encounters. Here's your guide to some of the best child-friendly wine farms.
The perfect ratio: Spier Winemakers Dinners 2026
Wednesday, 13 May 26 by Spier
Intimate, convivial and memorable, the Spier Winemakers' Dinners invite you to join a long table for four unhurried courses paired with Spier wines.
New at the Spier Tasting Room this winter
Tuesday, 28 Apr 26 by Spier
Winter on Spier Wine Farm brings slower days, deeper flavours and good reason to linger longer.
#wineforgood: Local inspiration to reduce, reuse, recycle
Wednesday, 8 Apr 26 by Isabeau Joubert-Botha
The South African wine industry continues to make meaningful strides toward a circular economy, from lighter bottles to waste diversion.
#wineforgood: Pack for a purpose with Spier
Friday, 3 Apr 26 by Spier
Pack for a Purpose on your next Spier visit and help support local community education and development projects.
#WINEFORGOOD: 10 inspiring South African wines doing good
Wednesday, 1 Apr 26 by wine.co.za, Jeanine Malan
Make a real difference by buying these special South African wines that do good for our people and our land.
The winelands Easter guide 2026: Egg hunts, family hangouts and farm-style brunches
Wednesday, 11 Mar 26 by wine.co.za, Jeanine Malan
Reconnect over the long weekend with our curated guide to the best family-friendly Easter experiences across the Cape Winelands.
Fire up the flavour: Spier's lamb boerewors roll recipe paired with Spier Canned Merlot 2025
Thursday, 5 Mar 26 by Spier
The Spier Canned Merlot's berry notes and bright acidity pair beautifully with smoky lamb boerewors and tangy tomato smoor.
Share in a collective illumination with Spier Light Art 2026
Tuesday, 24 Feb 26 by Spier
Back for the eighth time, Spier Light Art is an annual invitation to encounter the Stellenbosch farm in a different light.
Johan Jordaan named Chenin Blanc Master Winemaker for the second year running
Wednesday, 11 Feb 26 by Spier
Spier's Johan Jordaan has been named Chenin Blanc Master Winemaker for the 2nd consecutive year at the prestigious Master Winemaker 100, announced in Paris on 9 February 2026.
What's on at Spier in 2026
Monday, 9 Feb 26 by Spier
From romantic moments on the farm to the return of Spier Light Art in its 8th year, there's plenty to look forward to at Spier in 2026.
A Valentine's Day to remember at Spier
Thursday, 5 Feb 26 by Spier
From bubbles on the Werf to wood-fired fare at Vadas and restorative treatments for two in our Cape Herbal Spa, plan your Valentine's Day at Spier.
Dinners, picnics and music: Your guide to Valentine's Day 2026 in the Cape Winelands
Monday, 2 Feb 26 by wine.co.za, Jeanine Malan
From sunset jazz picnics to intimate dinners, here's our curated guide to the best ways to toast to love across the Cape Winelands this February.
Recipe: Stone fruit caprese salad with Spier Field and Flutter Organic Chenin Blanc
Monday, 5 Jan 26 by Spier
Summer’s unexpected pairing: When steen meets stone this delicate, organic Spier Chenin's stone fruit and citrus notes create a natural harmony with fresh summer produce.
The Cap Classique pairing that sings: Trout tartare with Spier Cap Classique Brut
Wednesday, 31 Dec 25 by Spier
This elegant sparkling wine's bright acidity and fine bubbles create the perfect foil for rich, silky trout and briny capers.
Add some festive flair: Spier's festive wine cocktails
Wednesday, 24 Dec 25 by Spier
Spier shares wine cocktail recipes to add a touch of festive flair to your December holiday.
333 years of Spier: Our 2025 highlights
Thursday, 11 Dec 25 by Spier
Discover a remarkable year: from Johan Jordaan's Master Winemaker title to celebrating Frans Smit's 30 years of leadership.
Five stars, thirty years: Spier's Platter's 2026 stars align
Friday, 5 Dec 25 by Spier
Discover Spier's Platter's 2026 results: two 5-star wines, including the fifth 5-star for the Frans K. Smit Red 2019.
Festive season in the winelands: A curated guide to magical December events
Thursday, 4 Dec 25 by wine.co.za
From carols under starlit skies to long table dinners, discover how some of the Cape Winelands' most loved farms are ringing in the season.
Mastering direct-to-consumer: wine.co.za DTC Academy sharpens 120+ tasting room experts
Tuesday, 2 Dec 25 by wine.co.za, Judy Brower
With longer summer days upon us, many tourists are visiting the winelands and we need to offer the best service ever. wine.co.za's DTC Academy offers training to raise the bar in the tasting room.
Unwrap the magic: wine.co.za's festive wine gift guide 2025
Monday, 24 Nov 25 by wine.co.za
Festive wine hampers, joyful bubbles and seasonal favourites, from the winelands with love.
Make Spier Wine Farm your festive home this summer
Friday, 14 Nov 25 by Spier
This year, Spier has curated festive experiences that blend the familiar with the magical – all you need to do is join in.
Ultra Value Wine Challenge results 2025
Wednesday, 12 Nov 25 by buybetterwine.com
Now in its 11th successful year, the results of SA's top value competition are out. Budget-conscious wine lovers get this annual optimal best-buy list of the best value wines in SA.
Fun year end party ideas on wine farms
Thursday, 6 Nov 25 by wine.co.za, Jeanine Malan
Whether your team is big or small, take your pick from our list of year-end parties on wine farms.
The sweet spot: Introducing Spier Noble Late Harvest 2024
Monday, 3 Nov 25 by Spier
Spier Noble Late Harvest 2024 is a limited-edition dessert wine that’s elegant, golden and a little unexpected.
Cape Wine 2: How South Africa is taking its wines to a new level
Thursday, 30 Oct 25 by The Buyer, Richard Siddle
In part 2 of his analysis of Cape Wine, Richard Siddle looks at the steps winemakers are implementing to take their wines to the next level.
Out and About with wine.co.za: Awards season 2025 - Part 2
Thursday, 23 Oct 25 by wine.co.za
As winter turns into summer, the South African wine industry's exciting awards season continues.
Is organic wine really better for you and the planet?
Wednesday, 22 Oct 25 by Spier
Spier's organic winemaker, Tania Kleintjes, answers some of the most-asked questions about organic wine.
Taste the very finest at Caroline's White Wine and Cap Classique Review
Wednesday, 22 Oct 25 by Caroline's Fine Wine Cellar
Join Caroline's Fine Wine Cellar on 6 November in Cape Town for a walk-around wine tasting with an unparalleled line-up of the Cape’s flagship white wines and Cap Classiques.
Spier shines at the 2025 Veritas Awards
Monday, 20 Oct 25 by Spier
Spier wines won three Double Gold medals at the recent Veritas Awards.
World Bread Day: Spier red wine sourdough bread recipe
Thursday, 16 Oct 25 by Spier
Each year on 16 October, World Bread Day invites us to celebrate one of life's simplest pleasures: freshly-baked bread. In celebration, Spier shares a sourdough recipe.
Glorious golden awards for KWV, Graham Beck and Cederberg Wines at Veritas
Monday, 13 Oct 25 by Veritas Awards
KWV won the Duimpie Bayly Vertex Trophy for the second year at the Veritas Awards 2025 while Graham Beck and Cederberg Wines also excelled.
Pinotage turns 100: Spier celebrates with Pinotage Centenary Case
Monday, 6 Oct 25 by Spier
This October, Pinotage turns 100. In honour of our heritage grape, Spier releases their Pinotage Centenary Case.
Summer's official must-have wines: Spier's refreshed canned wines
Wednesday, 10 Sep 25 by Spier
Spier's collaborated with three artists to create the packaging for its redesigned canned wine range.
7 Spier wines earn 90+ ratings in Tim Atkin SA Special Report 2025
Monday, 8 Sep 25 by Spier
Seven Spier wines have been recognised by Tim Atkin MW in his 2025 South Africa Special Report.
Spier's tribute to Anthony van Schalkwyk
Friday, 5 Sep 25 by Spier
It is with great sadness that we heard the news of the untimely passing of Anthony van Schalkwyk.
A Sémillon crowned as the country’s best 2025 young wine
Monday, 25 Aug 25 by SA Young Wine Show
La Motte Sémillon 2025 excelled by winning the prestigious General Smuts Trophy at the SA Young Wine Show.
Grand master: Spier's 21 Gables Chenin Blanc 2023 takes top honours
Monday, 25 Aug 25 by Spier
Spier 21 Gables Chenin Blanc 2023 just won Grand Master at the 2025 Global Chenin Blanc Masters.
Spier Creative Block 3 2021 earns its place among the top 5 Shiraz blends
Friday, 22 Aug 25 by Spier
Spier's Creative Block 3 2021 has secured a coveted spot among the top five Shiraz-based blends at the 2025 Shiraz SA Challenge.
Art in motion: 'The Routes of Sound' returns to Spier
Thursday, 21 Aug 25 by Spier
'The Routes of Sound' is a series of intimate acoustic evenings from 26-28 September 2025 at Spier.
Diverse styles shine at the 2025 Shiraz SA Challenge
Thursday, 14 Aug 25 by Shiraz SA
The results of the 2025 Shiraz SA Challenge, South Africa’s benchmark competition for Shiraz, Shiraz-based blends and rosé, were announced on 7 August at an awards ceremony at Blacksmith's Estate in Paarl.
Top 10 white wine trends of 2025
Friday, 8 Aug 25 by The Drinks Business, Sarah Neish
With whites the undeniable success story of 2025, db identifies the top 10 white wine trends of the last 12 months, from a greater spotlight on texture to side dishes leading the pairing conversation.
Spier introduces new private villas
Friday, 8 Aug 25 by Spier
Spier is excited to launch their two new villas, combining the luxury of space of a private home with all the advantages of a hotel stay.