Kim RabeFeb 7, 20203 min readA toast to South Africa's Old vinesSouth Africa's old vines bring a new dimension to our offering and an opportunity to learn more about viticulture.
Kim RabeMar 20, 20191 min readCape Town food toursWhenever I visit a new city, the first thing I do is put on my walking shoes; there is no better way to uncover the pulse of a place than...
Kim RabeMay 29, 20183 min readCape Wine History- the 20th Century and beyondThe 20th Century was a difficult time for the Cape wine industry. Recovering from the crippling effects of vine disease, the hardships of...
Kim RabeApr 24, 20182 min readCape Wine History- A British ColonyThe Cape of Good Hope was established as a refreshment station by the Dutch East India Company in 1652 and grew into an expanding Dutch...
Kim RabeMar 26, 20184 min readCape Wine History, the Dutch settlementA REFRESHMENT STATION AT THE CAPE South Africa’s wine industry began with the arrival of the Dutch in 1652, then a leading maritime force...