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366th South African Wine Birthday at One&Only Cape Town

One&Only Cape Town Celebrates the 366th Annual South African Wine Birthday

One&Only Cape Town is once again leading the charge for the 366th celebration of South Africa’s Wine Birthday, running from 31 January to 2 February 2025. The resort will come alive for a full weekend of lively experiences that will raise a toast to the legacy of leading local winemakers, the wine farms and their wines. Here’s all you need to know.

366th South African Wine Birthday at One&Only Cape Town
One&Only Cape Town’s Head Sommelier Luvo Ntzeo and General Manager, Anne Scott

All about South Africa’s 366th Wine Birthday

South Africa holds the unique distinction of knowing the exact date when the first bottle of wine was created. Diarised by then Governor of the Cape, Jan van Rieebeck, on 2 February 1659, when he wrote “Today, praise be to God, wine was made for the first time from Cape grapes,” forever engraving the historic moment in history.

Today wine plays an integral role in Cape Town’s past and present, and the region is amongst the world’s foremost wine producers. The Cape wine industry is also one of the country’s most successful agricultural sectors that drives tourism, fosters local businesses, creates jobs, and empowers communities.

Every year, One&Only Cape Town celebrates this historic event with a weekend of festivities to commemorate the occasion, with the main event always falling on the 2nd of February. This year’s edition promises a collection of 22 wine farms from across the Cape that will come together under one banner to celebrate the art of wine. You can look forward to wine estates of all sizes and specialities from the Paarl, Franschhoek, Stellenbosch, Constantia and Wellington wine routes.

The weekend of events draws in a remarkable number of winemakers, wine enthusiasts, and connoisseurs from across the Cape region to celebrate not only the industry but its rich heritage and the exquisite wines it has produced. “To so many, wine is a lot more than a mere beverage,” explains One&Only Cape Town’s Head Sommelier, Luvo Ntzeo. “It has roots in our heritage, our culture, our identity and it has found a home in the history books of South Africa.”

Dine on a carefully crafted food and wine pairing at ROOI

On Friday, 31 January and Saturday, 1 February, guests can indulge in a perfect food and wine pairing dinner at ROOI, One&Only Cape Town’s new concept grillroom, in celebration of the SA wine birthday. Enjoy a crisp Sauvignon Blanc alongside starters, a heavenly rich red blend alongside your steaks and grills and bubbly Cap Classique throughout as you toast to the wine heritage of the country.

Cost: An al la carte menu is available, bookings to be made via Dineplan

When: Wine Paired Dinner in ROOI on Friday, 31 January and Saturday, 1 February
Where: ROOI, One & Only Cape Town, Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town

366th South African Wine Birthday at One&Only Cape Town

Wine tasting, gourmet canapes, and live tunes on Sunday

The main event on Sunday, 2 February, takes place at the Vista deck overlooking the quiet water canals and resort scenery. Sip on sparkling Cap Classique while roaming canapes make their way through the crowds with live music to boot. On the menu are charcuterie boards, roasted lamb straight from the spit, fresh oysters, bite-sized desserts and more. Each dish has been carefully crafted to complement the flavour profiles from the featured wine farms.

An extensive number of wineries will showcase renowned classics to little-known boutique vintages and everything in between. Guests can enjoy tastings and free-flowing wine while chatting with winemakers.

Make the most of your visit and see the current exhibition at the newly launched Art @Africa gallery, or visit the House of Nala concept store featuring proudly South African luxury fashion labels.

Cost: R750pp, including wine tastings and roaming canapes. Book via Webtickets or get in touch via [email protected] or 021 431 5888

When: Sunday, 2 February 2025 from 4pm to 8pm
Where: One&Only Cape Town, Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town

366th South African Wine Birthday at One&Only Cape Town

Get in touch

Website: oneandonlyresorts.com/cape-town
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 021 431 5888
Instagram: @oocapetown
Facebook: @OneAndOnlyCapeTown

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