Inspired Living Wine Blog

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Taste, Wine

Festive Lunch with Laborie Wine

At the end of last year, to kick-start the season of feasting and celebration, I hosted a three-course “festive lunch”, in collaboration with Laborie Wine. The menu I created, centred around the idea of sharing delicious seasonal food, complemented by a fantastic selection of Laborie wines. [Read more…]

Wine, Wine News, Wine Tasting

Essence du Cap Pinot Noir 2016 Alive with Flair

Fleur du Cap wines were somewhat of an institution in our home when I was growing up. I am certain that you will agree that many of the traditional South African wine farms produce fantastic wine. Many of them use the most updated techniques. Their branding, however, has not moved with the times. When I heard that Fleur du Cap was having a makeover I was excited to see the transformation. Especially as they were sending me a bottle, of their Essence du Cap Pinot Noir 2016, to experience the “new look” first hand. [Read more…]

Wine, Wine Farms, Wine News, Wine Tasting

Protea Range from Anthonij Rupert Wine

The Protea range, from Anthonij Rupert Wine, is a firm favourite in our home. Both the Sauvignon and Rosé are fantastic, everyday drinking options, that won’t break the budget. [Read more…]

Wine, Wine News, Wine Tasting

Christina Van Loveren The Perfect Treat

We have just arrived back from a fantastic family trip to Croatia. What a gorgeous country, with incredible natural beauty, lovely people and delicious food but one of the things I missed is our incredible South African Wine! Before our trip, I received a delivery from Christina Van Loveren, which proved to be “the perfect treat”. [Read more…]

Accommodation, Travel, Wine, Wine Farms

Hidden Gem ~ Montpellier Wine Estate Tulbagh

There are so many wine regions in the Cape, which I still need to explore. One, in particular, is Tulbagh. It is a wine route that is fast gaining popularity, and I think warrants more of my attention. A recent visit to Montpellier Wine Estate, to taste their new summer vintages, as well as stay the night was the perfect way to find out more about the area. [Read more…]