Rich, elegant, complex and balanced: These are all words used to describe Dornier Donatus Red 2011. The 2011 vintage consists of 43% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Petit Verdot, 17% Malbec and 10% Cabernet Franc. The wine has an intense, fruity nose with aromas of ripe blackcurrant, mulberry, blackberry and hints of sweet tobacco. On the palate […]
The blend of Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot is like an excellent marriage where one partner compliments the other and brings out the best in them. Merlot is soft and fleshy, where Cabernet Sauvignon is sterner and more austere. The Merlot brings bright, soft fruits like cherry, raspberry and plum, while the Cabernet Sauvignon offers fine […]
The first appearance of the Dornier Tempranillo on an international stage has been a very successful one. It was awarde an Silver Outstanding at the IWSC in London. One of the leading international wine competitions. Dornier is one a very few to have opted for this variety and the first one to achieve top quality […]
Klink invites you to join us in for the second ‘Klink’ Wine Tourism Awards – the Awards where you decide who walks away with the ultimate accolade and where you, simply by voting, stand a chance to win fabulous prizes through your participation. Dornier Bodega has been nominated as one of five Restaurants in the […]
We are so excited to welcome the enthusiastic Cellar to Cellar runners to our estate as they lace up their trainers and enjoy an adventure off the beaten track amongst the vineyards for the 4th Cellar2Cellar Trail Run & Wine onSaturday, 7 September 2013. The race sees runners not only enjoying the amazing scenery of […]
The Two-Course Menu With the chilly winter weather approaching, our Executive chef, Neil Norman, has created a delicious menu specifically designed to beat the cold spells. We will be offering a delicious two course menu (starter and main) for R180 per person (with an option to add a dessert for R50). The Wine Pairing Menu (Wednesday-Saturday) We will […]
Two of Dornier’s wines are selected as South Africa’s best The Dornier Donatus White 2011 and the Dornier Donatus Red 2009 have been awarded Top 100 Status. The much anticipated winning wines from South Africa’s Top 100 Wine Challenge were announced last night. Top winemakers, vineyard representatives, farm owners and their partners celebrated in customary […]
Dear Sir/Madam This year’s harvest has been intense as many of the varieties ripened early. Thanks to winemaker Jeanine Faure’s improvisation skills, we have managed to avoid chaos. Yields are down on most whites, but the quality is promising, especially for the Chenin Blanc, the Tempranillo and the Pinotage. Most of Dornier’s white wines are […]
While heading out into the Cape Winelands for fresh seafood may not be considered the norm, Dornier Bodega restaurant, the relaxed eatery tucked away on Stellenbosch’s Dornier wine farm, has, nonetheless, made it an enjoyable option with the launch of a delicious, well-priced shellfish menu that rivals those of top seaside institutions. Resting in a […]
Sunday, 24 March 2013 Dornier will proudly host a spectator point of the Cape Epic mountain bike stage race. It is the last leg so please join us in large numbers to support the riders on their way to the finish. Live music: James Kibby and his band Boerewors from the braai Coffee and other […]
Friday 1 and Saturday 2 March 2013 Dornier will have an exclusive pop-up store at Merchants Café on Long Street. The café is a nominee for an Indaba design award and is the perfect setting for our pop-up flagship store in the heart of Cape Town. You will be able to taste a selection of […]
For this special event, Dornier Bodega Chef Neil Normal surprises again with a combination of Bodega classics and new creations. An option with wine pairing will be available. Valentine’s Dinner Menu 2013 R 380 for 3 course & R 450 for 3 course with wine* Glass of Colmant Brut & Fresh Oyster upon Arrival Starters […]
