25.07.2018 I attended the Saronsberg "Wine on the Couch" evening at Cafe Cru. Its the first time I've managed to attend one of these events. Situated in The Pivot Hotel, at Montecasino it can be a bit tricky to find as its not part of the normal Monte section we are use to. It's a lovely little spot, and quite a casual event. Miguel Chan, Tsogo Sun's Group Sommelier along with Mandy Dewing from Saronsberg hosted the evening and gave us the lowdown on the various wines presented. I.e. did you know Tulbagh had an earth quake in 1969 hence the names "seismic" and "earth in motion" were used as names for their wines. Finger foods were served and what a delicious array of goodies to indulge in. From Stuffed Calamari, Sausage Rolls, Meat Skewers, Poppers, Mussel Soup, Tuna Tartlets. If you were more into something sweet there was Fruit sticks & Marshmallows with a Chocolate dipping sauce, brownies, etc. They definitely outdid themselves everything was perfectly cooked and spiced. The wine was just as fabulous - my favourite of course was the "Earth in Motion" its just light and crisp on the tongue. Such an easy drinking wine, followed by their Shiraz Rose. The other options on offer for the evening were the Sauvignon Blanc, Provenance Shiraz and Seismic and all were available to purchase to take home. If you are a keen wine lover they regularly do these wine evenings and they are reasonably priced. Thanks for a fabulous evening. #TheFoodMusketeer #TheFoodMusketeerEats #TheFoodMusketeerDrinks #TFMCafeCru #TsogoWine #GottaluvMonte

Café Cru Wine Shop and deli is the most amazing laid back spot in Montecasino with an amazing selections of rare South African wines from Cape Winemakers Guild and Nederburg Auction at competitive retail prices, perfect to stock ones cellar and gifting. Open Monday to Friday from 0700 until 1700. Look out for their monthly tastings #SouthAfrica #Wine #Gauteng #Johannesburg #Montecasino #TsogoWine #CWGAuction