Inspired Living Wine Blog

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Accommodation, Hotels, Romantic Getaways, Travel, Wine Tasting

The Robertson Small Hotel – Romantic Getaway

The Robertson Small Hotel is one of my favourite boutique hotels in the Western Cape! Beautiful lush gardens, five-star luxury, stylish decor and top-notch service make it the perfect romantic getaway!

Anthonij Rupert Optima 2015 – Wine Matters

I have tasted several excellent Bordeaux style blends this year. One in particular that made quite an impression is the Anthonij Rupert Optima 2015.

Andreas Country House Wellington

Thus far 2019 has been all about discovering hidden gems. One, in particular, is Andreas Country House in Wellington. Grant and I spent a night there last month and fell in love with this stunning property.

Saronsberg Cellar and Vineyard Cottages

There are so many wine regions in the Cape that I have yet to explore properly — one of these being the historic Tulbagh Valley. The red wines from Saronsberg Cellar, in Tulbagh, have always been among my favourites, making it hard to believe that I had yet to visit the estate. All that changed with a recent trip to Saronsberg Cellar and a stay in their Vineyard Cottages.

The Den Apartments Stellenbosch

Something both Grant and I love about living in the Cape is that there are so many exciting and different destinations, such as Stellenbosch, just over an hours drive from the city. We often opt for self-catering accommodation when we travel, making it easier to come and go as we please. The Den Apartments, in Stellenbosch, is an ideal base for exploring this historical Winelands town.

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