The Franschhoek Cap Classique and Champagne Festival

Fizz, fine food and fun await you at this annual fiesta in the French-inspired valley

Raise a glass (or five) to celebrate the beginning of the festive season with the return of the Franschhoek ‘Magic of Bubbles’ Cap Classique and Champagne Festival in the picture-perfect Winelands valley from Saturday, 2 to Sunday, 3 December 2017.

In honour of all things deliciously effervescent, the annual soiree on the lush lawns surrounding Franschhoek’s iconic Huguenot Monument offers nothing but the best bubbly from wineries in and around the area.

Following the success of last year’s festival, this year’s event promises a similar array of sensational South African bubbles, complemented by a smorgasbord of delicacies concocted by the local restaurants in the area. Guests can expect fine vintages from some of the country’s most loved producers, including Pierre Jourdan, Morena, Moreson, La Motte, Boschendal, JC Le Roux and others.

Since Franschhoek is one of the world’s premier culinary destinations, guests can anticipate the most mouth-watering morsels to go hand in hand with the sparkling drinks. Establishments such as Le Franschhoek and Huguenot Fine Chocolates will be there to spoil fair-goers with their gourmet goodies. As always, everyone is encouraged to come decked out according to the theme – this year it’s black and white with a ‘splash of summer’.

There couldn’t possibly be a better way to embrace the good-time season than by enjoying a few glasses of refreshing bubbles and nibbling on gourmet creations in the breathtakingly beautiful Franschhoek valley. If you’ve never had the privilege of a Western Cape summer, then this is the perfect way to get a sense of what a truly unforgettable experience it is.

WINERIES AT THE 2017 FRANSCHHOEK CAP CLASSIQUE & CHAMPAGNE FESTIVAL

• Anthonij Rupert Wines (L'Ormarins)
• Avondale
• Bayede! Royal Signature Selection
• Black Elephant Vintners
• Bon Courage Wine Estate
• Boschendal Wines
• Champagne Taittinger
• Chantelle Cap Classique
• Charles Fox
• Colmant Cap Classique & Champagne
• Domaine des Dieux
• The Franschhoek Cellar
• Genevieve MCC
• Grande Provence
• Haute Cabriere – Home of Pierre Jourdan
• The House of GM&AHrens
• Krone
• La Motte
• Le Lude
• Montpellier de Tulbagh
• Morena Cap Classique
• Plaisir de Merle
• Pompagne
• Pongracz
• Rickety Bridge Winery
• Silverthorn Wines
• Steenberg Vineyards
• Stofberg Family Vineyards
• Veuve Clicquot
• Villiera Wines

TICKETS FOR THE 2017 FRANSCHHOEK CAP CLASSIQUE & CHAMPAGNE FESTIVAL

Tickets for the festival are available via Webtickets.co.za and cost R375/p (those paying with a MasterCard will receive a 10% discount on tickets and any purchases made on the day), which includes a complimentary tasting glass and tasting coupons. Additional vouchers can be purchased at the festival. Children younger than 18 years enter for free, but do keep in mind this festival isn’t aiming to be family friendly.

Gates are open from 12pm to 5pm on both days.

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