The excitement of harvest season often steals the spotlight, with vineyards buzzing with activity throughout the summer months. Yet it is the quiet, cold days of winter that lay the foundation for a successful harvest. Though frequently overlooked, this season of rest is essential, ensuring that vines are healthy [...]
Stellenbosch, Western Cape – 8 June 2026: Lanzerac has received a Silver Award at the International Tourism Film Festival Africa (ITFFA) for the film created to celebrate the launch of its acclaimed Pinotage coffee table book. The recognition places Lanzerac among an elite group of tourism and hospitality brands [...]
In the rolling vineyards of Stellenbosch, a valley where history and winemaking walk hand in hand, one wine stands apart not only for its stature and elegance, but also for the remarkable story behind its name: Lanzerac’s Lé General. Named in honour of French General Charles Lanrezac, Lé General [...]
Food and Beverage Manager Department: FOOD & BEVERAGE Reports to: OPERATIONS MANAGER Position Summary: The Food & Beverage Manager is responsible for leading the food and beverage service team in all facilities of the Hotel and Tasting room. Responsible for ensuring the highest level of member service by overseeing [...]
May is a time of change in the winelands. Green treetops slowly embrace more rustic hues, blue skies give way to cloudy greys, and the contents of wineglasses everywhere morph into scarlet and purple. The changing of the season brings chilly breezes, the lighting of fireplaces, hearty meals and [...]
I have stood here for centuries, watching the seasons move across the slopes of the Jonkershoek Valley. Before roads carried travellers to my gates, before the first cellar walls rose from the soil, there was only mountain, sun, rain — and time. The wind moved through the valley. Mist [...]
One is crisp, one is bold. One is vibrant, one is generous. One is fresh, and one is proudly South African. Two varietals, shining in different ways. Sauvignon Blanc and Pinotage encompass a broad array of flavours and occasions, making them perfect companions to any table. Even more satisfying [...]
Wine is one of the few living products we consume. It evolves over time – maturing, softening, and sometimes surprising us in unexpected ways. While many modern wines are made to be enjoyed young, certain styles are carefully crafted to age. The way a wine is aged can dramatically [...]
Set quietly among our vineyards, these solar panels harness the power of the sun to support many of the Estate’s energy needs. There are few places in the world blessed with such abundant sunshine — more than 3,000 hours each year — making solar energy a natural and sustainable [...]
Harvest in Stellenbosch is when things truly come alive. The vineyards are buzzing, cellar doors barely close, and everyone’s alarm clock is set a little or rather, a lot earlier than usual. It’s the moment when months of hard work pay off, and a brand-new vintage begins to take [...]
