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A cellar is not just a cellar
When facing the literally thousands of different wines on shop shelves, most consumers probably do not realise – or care for that matter – that they come from various winery types not necessarily indicated on the bottle, which largely explains the vast price spectrum and also ensures that we’re more spoilt for choice than ever.
Collective Excellence - A team effort from grape to glass
Not only did Darling Cellars scoop the trophy for the Best Chenin Blanc at the Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show, but it was also awarded two silver medals; certainly achievements to shout about.
The Present Catches Up With The Past
A spread of results, celebrating the achievements of producers from Constantia to the Northern Cape, and from cellars dating back several centuries to producers making their first wines in the last ten years, are a feature of the 2017 OMTWS laureates.
10 wine routes near Cape Town you don’t already know about
The Cape is known for delicious wines: it’s kind of our thing. But what happens when you venture beyond the familiar wine farms around Constantia, Stellenbosch and Franschhoek? For the more adventurous wine-lovers, these lesser-known wine routes should be next on your to-do list.
Darling Cellars Pyjama Bush 2016
The Pyjama Bush Rosé lends is name from the Pyjama Bush, a lovely pink wild flower that can be found in the fields of the Darling area. After the winter rains, the parched Cape sparkles. Carpets of daisies fill the landscape with colour. The Pyjama Bush is a pink wild flower (called agdae-geneesbos in Afrikaans) and is used for medicinal purposes.
Darling Cellars new releases
Set in the heart of the West Coast – famous for its springtime display of wild flowers, Darling Cellars is situated on the R315 between Malmesbury and Darling.
Darling Cellars awarded at Top12 Wines
Darling Cellars Blanc de Blanc MCC 2015 have recently been awarded as the second best wine in the Category for MCC’s and the Lime Kilns 2015 (a blend of Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay and Viognier) in the category for white blends at a Top12 Wines tasting.
Winemag.co.za presents the Cape White Blend Report 2016
Winemag.co.za is pleased to present the inaugural Cape White Blend Report – in order to be eligible, wines had to contain a Chenin Blanc component of more than 15% and less than 85%. The idea is to recognize the growing category of wines which sees different white grapes combined in a formal way to produce something outstanding.
Winemag Cape White Blend Report
Darling Cellars Lime Kilns 2015 received a score of 91 at the Winemag.co.za tasting for Cape White blends.
Wine-of-the-Month Awards
Darling Cellars was selected by the Wine-of-the-Month Club’s panel of independent judges as BEST MCC OF THE YEAR!
Women's Wine Awards
Darling Cellars takes gold at Women's Wine Awards
Darling Cellars strikes gold at Mundus Vini
Darling Cellars is among the medals again! We are proud to announce that our Chocoholic Pinotage has won a GOLD medal at the 2016 Mundus Vini Wine Awards. This is the second time that this wine has won this prestigious award.
Darling Cellars crowns a triumphant year with its medal haul at Veritas
Darling Cellars was showered with medals at the annual Veritas Awards for South African wines and spirits, announced recently at a glittering function hosted at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. Included in the medal haul was a Double Gold medal for its Darling Cellars Premium Sauvignon Blanc 2015.
Darling Cellars makes history at the SA National Young Wine Show
Only days after a triumphant victory at the Swartland Young Wine Show, Darling Cellars went on to even greater glory when one of its wines was named South African White Blend Champion for 2015 at the national event. It’s the first time the double achievement has befallen Darling Cellars.
Darling Cellars is the Swartland Young Wine Champion for 2015
Darling Cellars triumphed at the Swartland Young Wine Show this year when one of its wines took top honours across 10 categories and was named Grand Champion. The white wine blend also won the trophy as Champion Dry White before going on to winning the main title.
Anna Foundation Winemakers MTB Challenge
Eighteen winemakers and winemaking assistants representing 13 Estates throughout the Western Cape, took part in the Anna Foundation Winemaker’s MTB Challenge on 21 April. This 20km cycling event was run in conjunction with the Delta Trap at Solms-Delta and all winemakers were welcome to enter irrespective of riding ability.
Winemakers MTB Challenge
The Anna Foundation has invited winemakers throughout the Boland and further afield to step out of the cellar and compete against one another on a bicycle in the 2013 Winemaker’s MTB Challenge.
Harvest Festivals in the Winelands: January and February
The winelands are abuzz with harvest preparation and an array of festivals to celebrate this exciting time in the industry. Below is a list of events worth attending in January and February.
Darling Cellars reaps eight silver medals at IWSC 2011
Medal winners across all three Darling Cellars' premium ranges.
Wine-of-the-Month Club's Top Winemakers Honoured
Bruce Jack, winemaker of Flagstone is celebrating. He received the Winemaker-of-the-Year Award at the annual Wine-of-the-Month Club Winemaker Awards Lunch held this year at Spier.
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