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Pinot Noir wine chat with Mr C Harties during the lockdown in 2021.

Pinot Noir wine chat with Mr C Harties during the lockdown in 2021.

Mr C Wine Chat This week the wine chat is all about the unique red wine grape called Pinot Noir. Although South Africa is in an alcohol prohibition lockdown, the talk might inspire your next bottle of red when it all opens up again. Pinot noir Pinot noir is a red wine grape variety famously grown in Burgundy. Pinot is pine in french, and noir is black in french. The word pine signifies the grape variety having clustered, cone-shaped pine bunches of grapes.  Pinot Noir, one of the most ancient grape varieties globally, is thought to have existed in Burgundy before the arrival...

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Pinotage red wine with coffee, berry and chocolate flavours in Hartebeespoort Dam

Pinotage red wine with coffee, berry and chocolate flavours in Hartebeespoort Dam

In this Blog: Hartebeespoort Dam Hiking trails Pinotage Red Wine Specials in Hartebeespoort Dam   Hiking in Hartebeespoort Dam In winter, a mountain hike in the winter sun is a perfect activity to experience the outdoors. Hike into the mountains and warm up before you enjoy the fireplace and a glass or a bottle of your favourite Pinotage red wine. About Hennops Hiking Trail Duration: 2 days  Fitness: moderate  Our tip:  Carry enough water as the river water is not for drinking The two scenic day trails in the heart of the Magaliesburg are a favourite amongst hikers, close to Gauteng and Hartebeespoort Dam....

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Francois Pistorius
Winter specials, Sunny activities and Red Wine in the cellar in Hartebeespoort Dam

Winter specials, Sunny activities and Red Wine in the cellar in Hartebeespoort Dam

Winter days at Mr C Harties offers cosy winter fires, braai meals, red wine, sunny activities and colourful cocktails. Sunny activities in Hartebeespoort Dam Visit the Monkey sanctuary for a scenic walk through the exotic monkey world.   Red wine in the cellar at Mr C Harties Book your wine cellar experience at Mr C Harties.   Spa day at Mr C Harties  Book a spa day at Mr C Harties. The swim pools are heated, the sauna is warm, and the spa room is tranquil and relaxing, with a view of the Hartebeespoort Dam.   Winter Cocktails at Mr C...

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Red blends by the fireplace, winter sun and outdoor activities in Hartebeespoort dam

Red blends by the fireplace, winter sun and outdoor activities in Hartebeespoort dam

Hartebeespoort Dam Activities The Elephant Sanctuary If you are looking for an outside activity while visiting Hartebbespoort Dam, visit the Elephant Sanctuary. You walk into the beautiful field and hills from the reception area, where you get the opportunity to feed an Elephant. From there, you walk with the rangers into a grooming area where you can walk alongside the elephants. The Elephant Sanctuary has African elephants and offers an interactive elephant experience. The sanctuary provides guests with an intimate experience with the elephants. The elephants are relaxed in an open nature environment and enjoy interacting with guests.   Elephant Interaction Program: Seven...

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