OTHER WINE FESTIVALS

WACKY WINE WEEKEND: 2 - 5 June 2011
(always 1st weekend in June!)
What: South Africa’s biggest regional wine festival! Wineries across the valley host extra activities in addition to wine tasting. Book in for the weekend and tailor-make the weekend to your liking. Activities range from Vineyard Tractor Trips, Music Concerts, Winemaker hosted dinners, Arts & Crafts, Boat Cruises, Picnics to wine tasting by Candle Light etc.
Date: 2 - 5 June 2011
Website: www.wackywineweekend.com


ROBERTSON WINE OF THE RIVER:
15 - 17 October 2010
What: Taking place on the banks of the Breede River, the Robertson Wine on the River replaced the popular Robertson Food & Wine Festival.  Taste the best wine our area has to offer and meet our winemakers.  Listen to live music, browse through the arts & crafts lane, enjoy lunch in this beautiful setting or sample any of our local produce on show. Wine sold on site @ cellar price and there is plenty for the kids to do.
Date: 15 - 17 October 2010
Website: www.wineonriver.com


HANDS-ON HARVEST:
25 – 27 February 2011
What: This boutique event offers wine aficionado's and budding vintners the chance to experience the magic of harvest without having to quit their day job.  Activities will include:  * grape picking * bunch sorting * basket pressing * grape vs wine tasting * vineyard tractor trips * grape stomping * harvest sing-songs * harvest market etc
Date: 25 – 27 February 2011
Website: www.handsonharvest.com