South African Wine Tasting with McFarlane Family Wines

McFarlane Family Wines

McFarlane Wines was born while sharing dreams and desires one evening over dinner sometime in 2018. A dream to have something family-owned and operated, and a deep desire to honour some of South Africa’s heritage varieties. South Africa’s vinous history is a unique one, and certain varieties have had a significant influence in shaping where the South African wine industry is today. McFarlane Wines aims to produce fine, honest wines from these varieties and share what they love about them with the world.

"Freshness in our final wine is front of mind when making picking decisions. We like to handle the grapes as gently as possible as we guide the berries from bunch to barrel. Extended maturation on lees not only enhances complexity but also naturally protects the wine from oxidation while ageing in the barrel. We also love whole bunch fermentations and the “crunch” they bring to the wine’s character. We aim for purity of fruit, undeniable luminosity, and a wine that is elegant, honest, and undeniably moreish." Winemaker, Alexandra Mcfarlane

Join us for an evening of all things South African. Alex will be here at our St Albans store to talk us through 5 of her wines:

Mondays Child - Chenin Blanc 2023

Tuesday Child - Cinsault 2023

Saturdays Child - Pinotage 2023

Capitoline Wolf White - Semillon/Chenin Blanc 2023

Capitoline Red - Cinsault/Grenache Noir 2023

Cheese and cured meat sharing platters will be served and are included in the ticket price. The will of course be biltong as it's a South African event! Please contact Penny or Geraldine at the shop directly if you have any allergies or dietary requirements.

Book soon to avoid dissapointment.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Cellar Door Wines, London Road, St Albans, United Kingdom