Drink Chenin Day Festival 2026

Drink Chenin Festival 2026

Date: Saturday, 13th June 2026

Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Venue: Cavalli Wine Estate, R44 Strand Road, Somerset West, Cape Town

Overview:

Drink Chenin Festival returns for another unforgettable celebration of South Africa’s most beloved white varietal – Chenin Blanc. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Cavalli Wine Estate, this signature winter wine experience is the ultimate blend of flavour, fun, and finesse.

Key Highlights:

1. Enjoy tastings of Chenin Blanc from top producers across the country.
2. Live music performances throughout the day.
3. Delicious, local gourmet chef– all available for purchase.
4. Exclusive wine sales – grab your favourites to take home.

Ticket Info:

1. R450 per person, includes:
2. A branded Drink Chenin wine glass
3. All wine tastings
4. Access to live music and full event area
5. Children welcome – free entry, but must remain under adult supervision at all times. No under-18s may participate in tastings.

Important Details:

1. Dress code: Casual, comfortable, and winter-ready. The event is prepared for inclement weather, but the lawns may be damp – wear sensible shoes.
2. No dogs allowed.

Please note: No external food or drink permitted.

Participating wineries:

Kriel Family Vineyards

Stellenbosch Vineyards

Raats Family Wines

Ken Forrester Wines

Perdeberg Wines

Quoin Rock Wines

Boland Cellar

Boland Cellar

Jordan Wine Estate

L'Avenir Wine Estate

Painted Wolf Wines

Kaapzicht Wine Estate

Old Road Wine Co.

Kleine Zalze Wines

StellenRust

Anthonij Rupert Wines

DeMorgenzon

Bruce Jack Wines

Jacaranda Wines

Wellington Wines

Spier Wine Farm

Vrede en Lust

The Fledge & Co

Wolvenhoek

Klein Joostenberg chef, Garth Bedford, will be on hand with the following selection of delicious plates and bowls to purchase on the day:

Soup Station

Hearty minestrone and Herenbone with seed loaf

Klein River Gruberg cheese straws

Pie Station

Selection of homemade Klein Joostenberg pies

Springbok & Red wine | Free range chicken and mushroom | Free Range Pepper Steak | Curry Mince | Calvinia Lamb & Spinach

Charcuterie Station

All served with French baguette pickles and Dijon mustard

Jambon Beurre

Italian plate: Prosciutto & Salami

Free range chicken liver pate

French plate: Pork shoulder rillette, Springbok & prune terrine, Brawn

Biltong

Droewors

Ode to Chenin Station

Poulet au Vin Blanc: Free range chicken and mushrooms in a creamy Chenin Blanc sauce with Pilaf rice

Pastry Station

Canelé de Bordeaux

Traditional Flan slice

Carrot Cake

Gluten free Valhrona dark chocolate and almond slice

Palmiers

Selection of homemade biscuits