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May 21, 2024 Ramblings and Rants

What Wine to Drink on Your Amalfi Coast Sailing Trip

My friends and I are getting to that age. You know, the one where the kids are out of the

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A random collection wines drunk with friends over

A random collection wines drunk with friends over the last few days in South Africa. The first, an unknown but killer bottle of Encruzado from Portugal, the second an old bottle of South African Cabernet that was (as most were in those days) more Cinsault than Cabernet. Plus a predictably delicious Chenin, a CA Cabernet made by none other than Ken Forrester, a lovely Chenin from Van Loggerenberg, and a surprisingly proper Malbec from a new-to-me producer.

One last look Cape Town. Until next time! 😘

One last look Cape Town. Until next time! 😘

Some amazing restoration architecture at Zeitz MoC

Some amazing restoration architecture at Zeitz MoCAA museum in Cape Town. An old grain depot, of many concrete silos sliced from the inside like a cake.

One last look at the Cape of Good Hope before I he

One last look at the Cape of Good Hope before I head home. This view from the R44 coast road.

The dining highlight of my trip to South Africa wa

The dining highlight of my trip to South Africa was this dazzling, truly exceptional lunch at @chefswarehousebeauconstantia Chef’s Warehouse Beau Constantia. Flawlessly executed, exciting, every bite delicious and special, with outstanding service and fantastic no-alc cocktails to match. Bravo! A must-visit if you are in Cape Town.

It’s hard to imagine a better way to spend the m

Good evening from Stellenbosch.

Good evening from Stellenbosch.

The @norvalfoundation is really a fantastic place

The @norvalfoundation is really a fantastic place to spend a morning in South Africa. Inspiring modern and contemporary art.

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