Author name: Maria Steyn

We made it – the end of another year is in sight. As we approach the festive season, the excitement of gathering as family and friends fills the air. We are busy planning mouth-watering menus and inspired decor to celebrate being together.  A non-negotiable element at every gathering for us is what you will be swirling

The Positive Impact of Road Works on the R45/Simondium Road near Paarl and Franschhoek The ongoing road works on the R45/Simondium road may initially seem like a hassle for commuters, but they are set to benefit the surrounding businesses and the local community. As this vital route undergoes improvements, it’s important to recognize the positive

Jordan Wine Estate and Painted Wolf Wines Partnership will greatly impact conservation. We are thrilled to share that we have just announced a business partnership with Jordan Wine Estate, the Stellenbosch Kloof premium wine destination founded by Gary and Kathy Jordan, aimed at collectively making a significant and lasting impact on wildlife conservation. The implementation

Jeremy and Emma’s son Oliver recently celebrated his 23rd birthday – and his birthday request was to share his kitchen with Jeremy and cook up a feast for his housemates and their partners.   Of course, Painted Wolf would need to feature prominently (students are well known to like a glass or two!)  so Jeremy created

For several years, the Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT) and more recently the Waterberg Wild Dog Initiative (WWDI) have run an ecotourism project in the Waterberg.  The idea was hatched to appease landowners who are hostile to the presence of African wild dogs, especially during the annual denning season, when the entire pack stays around the den to look

Every July, the charming town of Franschhoek transforms into a vibrant celebration of its French heritage during the annual Bastille Festival. This year Painted Wolf Wines stormed the Bastille! As winter blankets the valley, the streets come alive with the aroma of freshly baked baguettes and the cheerful sounds of accordion music. Colourful flags flutter in the crisp air,

Each month, we highlight one of the wonderful safari properties or restaurants that stock and support Painted Wolf. This month, it is the turn of Bayala Lodge.  Bayala is situated in Northern KZN within the 10,300 ha Zuka Private Game Reserve, which is part of the Munywana Conservancy, also home to Phinda Private Game Reserve. It

Did you know that the Safari lodges and travel and tourism sectors in East Africa (as well as Southern Africa) are major supporters of Painted Wolf Wines? Sales of our wines in this important part of the world for the endangered African wild dog has grown steadily over the years, and Emma, one of our

We finally wrapped up the 2024 harvest on April 9th, pressing off the last tank of grapes, a batch of beautiful Elgin Syrah. It was the culmination of a fun, intense and at times challenging 10 weeks. Harvest kicked off early this year. With our first grapes, Pinotage coming into the cellar on 23rd January

Spring has eventually sprung in the western Cape, and with-it new life in our vineyards. It has been one of the coolest and wettest winters for many years, and many areas of the Western Cape have been subjected to episodes of major flooding. Vineyards too have been flooded as dams failed and rivers burst their