Ridgelands Farm, Appletiser Road, Elgin
#Sauvblancday Sauvignon Blanc Weekend Programme
Various activities will be offered and presented at Elgin Vintners on 7, 8 and 9 May – this includes a Sauvignon Blanc Masterclass tasting, a Sauvignon Vineyard Fun Run, Sauvignon Blanc & Oyster Pairing, Daily breakfasts (including Mother’s Day), and an Exotic Orchid Exhibition.
Sauvignon Blanc Weekend Programme
Elgin Vintners is delighted to announce the Sauvignon Blanc Weekend taking place from Friday 7 May to Sunday 9 May 2021 on the picturesque Ridgelands farm, home of Elgin Vintners Wines & Country House.
We are pulling out all the stops to offer visitors a wine-packed weekend that showcases why we are one of the most distinguished Sauvignon Blanc producers in the country. Visitors will be able to taste our exceptional wines and enjoy exclusive opportunities such as a Sauvignon Blanc Masterclass vertical tasting presented by Cellarmaster, Marinda Kruger-Claassen. The English Country gardens at Elgin Vintners offers ample space for social distancing.
Friday 7 May 2021
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Time |
Activity |
Cost per person |
Bookings |
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08h30 to 11h00 |
Breakfast on the Stoep at Elgin Vintners Country House – Choose between a Health Breakfast and a Hot Country Breakfast and enjoy a fantastic view of the English Country gardens at Elgin Vintners. A selection of freshly squeezed fruit juices and hot beverages will also be served. |
R75 – R125 |
Essential. Book with Casper van der Merwe at guesthouse@elginvintners.co.za |
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10 am to 8 pm |
Sauvignon Blanc Tasting – Taste 5 different styles of Elgin Vintners Sauvignon Blanc will be presented at the Elgin Vintners Visitors Centre |
R100 pp |
No bookings required |
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4 pm to 8 pm |
Sauvignon Sundowners and Soothing Sounds – Enjoy Friday sundowners on the deck and lawns at the Elgin Vintners Visitors Centre and listen to laid-back live music while sipping on cool-climate Sauvignon Blanc as the sun sets over the valley. Wood-fired pizzas and cheese platters available to purchase |
Free entry |
No bookings required |
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Saturday 8 May
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Time |
Activity |
Cost per person |
Bookings |
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08h30 to 11h00 |
Breakfast on the Stoep at Elgin Vintners Country House – Choose between a Health Breakfast and a Hot Country Breakfast and enjoy a fantastic view of the English Country gardens at Elgin Vintners. A selection of freshly squeezed fruit juices and hot beverages will also be served. |
R70 – R120 |
Essential. Book with Casper van der Merwe at guesthouse@elginvintners.co.za |
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08h00 |
5km Sauvignon Fun Run – Bring the family for a 5km fun run (or walk) through the Sauvignon vineyards with Sauvignon pitstops along the way. Cooldrink and water also available for kids and non-drinkers. Departure from the Elgin Vintners Visitors Centre |
R50 pp Kids under 12 enter free |
Via Quicket – link to follow |
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10 am to 4 pm |
Sauvignon Blanc Tasting – Taste 5 different styles of Elgin Vintners Sauvignon Blanc at the Elgin Vintners Visitors Centre |
R100 pp |
No bookings required |
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11 am |
Sauvignon Blanc Masterclass Vertical Tasting – Elgin Vintners Cellarmaster, Marinda Kruger-Claassen, will be presenting a vertical tasting of exclusive and sold-out vintages of Sauvignon Blanc from the Elgin Vintners Vinotheque as well as a few New World and Old World Sauvignon Blanc wines – at the Elgin Vintners Country House |
R350 pp |
Bookings essential – the Masterclass Vertical Tasting will only accommodate 15 guests
Bookings via www.elginvintners.co.za – link to follow |
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10 am to 4 pm |
Sauvignon Blanc & Oyster Pairing – Taste 4 Sauvignon Blanc wines expertly paired with 4 individually dressed oysters, served at the Elgin Vintners Visitors Centre |
R150 pp |
Bookings not essential, but advisable. Book with Hein Scheffer at 021-8489587 / 072 548 2462 or email taste@elginvintners.co.za |
|
10 am to 4 pm |
Oyster & Sauvignon lunch – Buy 12 freshly shucked oysters and a bottle of Elgin Vintners Sauvignon Blanc 2019 at the Elgin Vintners Visitors Centre |
R250 pp |
Bookings not essential, but advisable. Book with Hein Scheffer at 021-8489587 / 072 548 2462 or email taste@elginvintners.co.za |
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8h30 am to 4 pm |
Exotic Orchid Exhibition – Eikenhoff Orchid Nursery will be having various exotic orchids on show and for sale in the Elgin Vintners Country House. The dynamic husband-and-wife team, Pierre and Debra Martheze, regularly select plants of superior breeding to cultivate and breed their own varieties. A spectacular visual feast awaits visitors at this exhibition. |
Free entry |
No bookings required |
Sunday 9 May
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Time |
Activity |
Cost per person |
Bookings |
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08h30 to 11h00 |
Mother’s Day Breakfast on the Stoep at Elgin Vintners Country House – Choose between a Health Breakfast and a Hot Country Breakfast and enjoy a fantastic view of the English Country gardens at Elgin Vintners. A selection of freshly squeezed fruit juices and hot beverages will also be served. |
R70 – R120 |
Essential. Book with Casper van der Merwe at guesthouse@elginvintners.co.za |
|
10 am to 4 pm |
Sauvignon Blanc Tasting – Taste 5 different styles of Elgin Vintners Sauvignon Blanc at the Elgin Vintners Visitors Centre |
R100 pp |
No bookings required |
|
8h30 am to 4 pm |
Exotic Orchid Exhibition – Eikenhoff Orchid Nursery will be having various exotic orchids on show and for sale in the Elgin Vintners Country House. The dynamic husband-and-wife team, Pierre and Debra Martheze, regularly select plants of superior breeding to cultivate and breed their own varieties. A spectacular visual feast awaits visitors at this exhibition. |
Free entry |
No bookings required |
Cost
Various – see programme
Opening Times
Wednesdays to Sundays, 10 am to 4 pm
Bookings
See programme
Contact Person
Marinda Kruger-Claassen (Winemaker & Business Manager)
Contact Number
Contact Nr 071 286 7271 Cell Phone 071 286 7271
