SA Country Life

January Diary

Delheim Harvest Festival

Stellenbosch

Spend a day among the vines, picking and then stomping grapes at this annual event at the Stellenbosch winery. Once the hard work’s done, enjoy a glass of wine with lunch in the shade of the trees, with live music and tractor rides entertaining both old and young. delheim.com 25 January

Hemel-en-Aarde Pinot Noir Celebration

Western Cape

Celebrate all things Pinot Noir at Nidderdale farm in this winemaking valley. Meet winemakers, taste recommended vintages, and learn on a terroir tour how this grape is grown. In between, enjoy food 

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