Issued by: GC
Communications
Friday, 24 June, 19h00, Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate,
Franschhoek
Franschhoek takes on Stellenbosch at the Cabernet Sauvignon Wine &
Dine Collaboration at Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate on Friday, 24
June 2016.
Showcasing Cabernet Sauvignon as their wine of the month, Grande
Provence will pitch their 100% Franschhoek wine against three made from
Stellenbosch fruit by Thelema Mountain Vineyards, Le Riche Wines and Teddy Hall
Wines. The evening at The Restaurant at Grande Provence will be hosted by
Winemaker Karl Lambour. Executive Chef Darren Badenhorst will be serving
superbly crafted winter dishes matched perfectly with each of the full-bodied
wines.
First up, the fruit driven Thelema Cabernet Sauvignon 2011 from the top
of the Helshoogte Pass will be served with a silky red wine risotto and seared
local sword fish.
For the smooth-as-velvet Grande Provence Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Chef
Darren has selected one of the signature dishes from his new winter menu, the
18-hour Sous vide Karoo lamb neck. The hint of mint in this fruity Cabernet
Sauvignon adds the finishing touch to the slow cooked lamb.
A hearty port braised beef short rib should stand up well to the blue
blooded Le Riche Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 crafted by the undisputed master of
South African Cabernet Sauvignon, Etienne le Riche.
To complement the chocolate, black
currant and a hint of vanilla of the Teddy Hall Hercùles van Loon Cabernet
Sauvignon Reserve 2009, Chef Darren has opted for salted bitter chocolate to
bring the food and wine journey to a decadent close.
With the event taking place on a Friday, why not take advantage of
the Grande Provence Heartland Offer and make a weekend of it? The Heartland Offer
provides exclusive winter rates for the Owner’s Cottage as well as La Provençale Villa in the Vineyards
for group bookings.
The Cabernet Sauvignon Wine & Dine
Collaboration dinner takes place at The Restaurant at Grande Provence at 19h00.
To book your seat at R695 per person, call 021 876 8600 or e-mail restaurant@grandeprovence.co.za. Guests can
purchase a mixed case of 12 wines from the participating wineries at a special
rate on the evening. For more information on The Heartland Offer accommodation package
visit www.grandeprovence.co.za or e-mail ownerscottage@grandeprovence.co.za.
Grande Provence Wine & Dine Collaboration
Calendar
24 June – Cabernet Sauvignon (Le Riche Wines, Teddy Hall Wines and
Thelema Mountain Vineyards)
29 July – Shiraz (Oldenburg Vineyards, Lismore Estate Vineyards and
De Trafford Wines)
26 August – Red Blends (Beaumont Wines, Joostenburg Wines and
Morgenster)
23 September – White Blends (David & Nadia, Constantia Uitsig
and Oak Valley Wines)
28 October – Sauvignon Blanc (Lismore Estate Vineyards, Fryers Cove
Vineyards and Shannon Vineyards)
2 December – “A Sparkling Affair” (Méthode Cap Classique and
Champagne Dinner)
More about Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate
Located in Franschhoek, the heartland of South African wine country,
Grande Provence embraces true South African wine heritage, excellent food at
The Restaurant and luxury accommodation at The Owner’s Cottage and La
Provençale Villa in the Vineyards. Part of The Huka Retreats, Grande Provence
also offers guests The Winery, The Jonkershuis, The Gallery, The Sculpture
Garden and The Shop. For more information visit www.grandeprovence.co.za, Facebook.com or Twitter @grande_provence.
