Jason's Hill Private Cellar - Part 2

We went to Jason's Hill, near our home, for breakfast on Valentine's Day. They weren't doing anything special for Valentine's Day and we were the first people at the restaurant. There was a tent on the grounds for a wedding that was to take place the following day. Otherwise, the place was relatively quiet. A group of two couples arrived for breakfast soon after us. They chose to eat on the balcony, but we stayed inside, away from the cool breeze that was blowing.

The Bistro at Jason's Hill serves some of the best food in our region and at affordable prices. I don't know why we don't go more often. My first memory there was my birthday many years ago. It was my in-laws' treat. They booked a table for us for lunch. Our three teenagers were very young at the time. Amanda wasn't even born yet. The food was fabulous and whenever I think back on that day, it's with fond memories.

I've got nice photos of the stunning view, delicious food, and colonial decor to share with you today. You can click on the images to make them larger.

The stunning view from the restaurant.

Hubby took this great selfie of us and
managed to capture some of the decor too.
The window behind us has a view
of the wine production.

I wore my heart-shaped ring for the occasion.

Our breakfast menu with prices in S.A. Rand.

Our coffees came with a chocolate chip cookie each.

I ordered the Salmon Benedict.

My salad had a number of special details, like
all the green beans were cut lengthwise.

Hubby had the Ultimate Breakfast Burger.

View from the restaurant

Some of the decor

Don't miss Part 1, where I shared photos of the countryside and the wine estate's grounds.

Jason's Hill Private Cellar - Part 1

Hubby took me out for breakfast on Valentine's Day. He booked us a table at Jason's Hill. We had a beautiful drive just getting there and the estate itself is breathtaking. I did a series of posts on Slanghoek Valley (a gem of a valley tucked away between mountains) very recently, so you might remember that I included photos of a previous visit to Jason's Hill. I hope you enjoy these latest photos.

Click on the images to view them larger.

Jason's Hill Private Cellar

Below are links to more photos of the beautiful countryside of Slanghoek Valley:

Slanghoek Valley - Part 1

Slanghoek Valley - Part 2

Slanghoek Valley - Part 3

Du Toitskloof Cellar - Part 3

We had the perfect day wine tasting at Du Toitskloof Cellar. It was just after Christmas and before Valentine's Day. In case you were wondering how come the weather was so nice, it's because it's summertime here in South Africa.

There was a little playground under the shade of the trees that Amanda enjoyed while we chatted to the guy who presented the wines to us. I took photos of the wines we tried and you can see them in my previous post, Part 2. Today's photos are of Amanda on the slide and the delicious wines that we bought and brought home.

Click on the images to view them larger.

A Selection of Du Toitskloof Wines

Cabernet Sauvignon / Shiraz (Syrah)

Pinotage / Merlot / Ruby Cabernet

Vin Doux: Red Sparkling Wine

Beaukett and Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc 2013

Beaukett 2013
A blend of Muscat d’Frontignan,
Chenin Blanc and Gewürztraminer

Du Toitskloof Cellar - Part 2

Today I'm sharing photos of the scrumptious food and delicious wine we had at Du Toitskloof Cellar. I did a big introduction to this series in Part 1, so make sure you check it out if you missed it! Click on the images to view them larger.

A beautiful setting for wine tasting

Amanda with a resident cat

Good food to go with good wine

Beaukett 2013: Semi-Sweet

Pinotage/Merlot/Ruby Cabernet 2013

Pinotage/Merlot/Ruby Cabernet 2013

Dimension 2010

Vin Doux: Red Sparkling Wine

Sparkling Grape Juice

Du Toitskloof Cellar - Part 1

Near the town of Rawsonville, about an hours drive from Cape Town, is Du Toitskloof Cellar. They offer a wonderful variety of wines and some of our favorite easy-drinking wines are in their inexpensive range.

They also have a small kitchen that turns out yummy light meals to compliment the wine. We always enjoy visiting, because of the care they give their customers and it's where we find value for money.

Not only do they make good wines, but they also have good business values as they participate in Fairtrade. They are part of the Fairhills project, which is the largest Fairtrade social responsibility project in the world.

Check out my photos to learn more. You can click on the images to view them larger.

Sign: Du Toitskloof Cellar

Du Toitskloof Winery

Amanda near the entrance of Du Toitskloof
The blue flowers are agapanthus and the
pink shrubs are bogainvillea.

Sign: Du Toitskloof Wines

Map: directions to Du Toitskloof Winery

Box: Du Toitskloof Wine Cellar, Est 1962
Where our earth yields heavenly wines

A photo of a photo

Du Toitskloof Wines

Christian wooden signs

Christian wooden signs in
English and Afrikaans

Board about the Du Toitskloof journey

Board about their Fairtrade program

More about Fairtrade: Empowerment in Action