Events

FEBRUARY

02 FEBRUARY

Happy Birthday SA Wine - Stellenbosch wine routes office - we will be there to pour some Chenin bubbles and celebrate 365 years of SA Chenin Blanc.

12 - 14 FEBRUARY

Wine Paris - 20 member wines have been sent to show at the Fan de Chenin and DrinkChenin pods at this year's Expo in Paris.

MAY

CHENIN SAFARI

17 MAY - 14 JUNE

R350 to enter and gives entry to the festival plus a 2025 t shirt on 14 June* designs to follow

Consumers receive a passport booklet on entry - see attached artwork

They must collect a Drink Chenin sticker from each participating winery to complete their booklet

They must post on social media at each winery tagging the winery and the CBA to stand a chance to win prizes on 14 June.

1 safari booklet per person

Best photos win prizes

Best caption wins prize

Most visits win prizes

Participating wineries to date:

Backsberg
Bellingham
Cavalli Estate
Cederberg
De Morgenzon
Jordan Wine Estate
Kaapzicht Wines
Ken Forrester
Kleine Zalze Wines
L'Avenir Wine Estate
Leopard's Leap
Mulderbosch
Old Road Wine Co.
Painted Wolf Wines
Perdeberg Wines Pty Ltd
Simonsig
Stellenbosch Vineyards
Strydom Vineyards
Tierhoek Wines
Villiera Wines
Spier Wine Estate
Wolvenhoek Vineyards

Quicket link for tickets to Safari:

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BEYOND THE STOEP: THE CHENIN BLANC DISCOVERY

24 MAY

For the first time, we are hosting 2 fringe events at Stoep tasting OG weekend on Saturday 24th May.

Step off the stoep and into something seriously special. The Chenin Blanc Association Discovery Tasting is your exclusive chance to sip and discover rare Chenin Blancs you won’t find anywhere else during the main Stoep Tasting festival.

We're talking hand-selected, one-of-a-kind wines, poured by the people who know Chenin best. Whether you're a casual sipper or a serious swirl-sniff-sipper, this is the tasting for you. Brunch snacks will also be provided!

Only 50 tickets available!

R150 per person

Book now!

This is strictly for Stoep Tasting ticket holders only. So, if you're in the know, act like it—because when these tickets are gone, they're gone.

Graaff Reinet Quicket link: Click Here

Nieu Bethesda Quicket link: - SOLD OUT

JUNE

DRINK CHENIN DAY FESTIVAL at CAVALLI ESTATE
14 JUNE

Food and live music

Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Tasting ends at 2:00 PM, sales and purchases from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Venue: Cavalli Wine Estate, R44 Strand Road, Somerset West, Cape Town

Overview:

Drink Chenin Festival returns for another unforgettable celebration of South Africa’s most beloved white varietal – Chenin Blanc. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Cavalli Wine Estate, this signature winter wine experience is the ultimate blend of flavour, fun, and finesse.

Key Highlights:

Enjoy tastings of Chenin Blanc from over 20 top producers across the country.
Live music performances throughout the day.
Delicious, local gourmet food vendors – all available for purchase.
If you are feeling active, join the Chenin Safari or Run the Vines (tickets sold separately), and return for a glass (or three) with fellow Chenin lovers. Contact us for more info on these separate activities: drinkchenin@gmail.com
Exclusive wine sales between 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM – grab your favourites to take home.

Ticket Info:

R350 per person, includes:
- A branded DrinkChenin wine glass
- All wine tastings
- Access to live music and full event area
Children welcome – free entry but must always remain under adult supervision. No under 18s may participate in tastings.
Chenin Safari and Run the Vines participants enter free.

Important Details:

Dress code: Casual, comfortable, and winter-ready. The event is prepared for inclement weather, but the lawns may be damp – wear sensible shoes.
No dogs allowed.
Please note: No external food or drink permitted.

Wineries participating in the Drink Chenin Festival 14 June (note some are different from the safari and more may join up before 14 June):

Cavalli Estate
Flagstone Wines
Jordan Wine Estate
Kaapzicht Wines
Ken Forrester
Kleine Zalze Wines
L'Avenir Wine Estate
McFarlane Wines
Mulderbosch
Old Road Wine Co. / Bellingham / Backsberg
Painted Wolf Wines
Perdeberg Wines Pty Ltd
Raats Family Wines
Roodekrantz Wines
Simonsig
Snyman Wines
Stellenrust
The Fledge & Co. Wines
Tierhoek Wines
Wolvenhoek Vineyards

Quicket link for Festival on 14 June:

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STANDARD BANK TOP 10 CHENIN BLANC CHALLENGE 2025

Top 20 Finalists announced: Monday 11 August

Top 10 Awards Ceremony & Public Announcement: Friday 22 August

This year marks the 12th edition of the competition, celebrating the top 10 Chenins. Winners receive R25,000 each, which must be used for community upliftment or upskilling projects for farm workers, acknowledging their essential contribution to the success of the vineyards. This condition has been a mandatory part of the competition since its inception in 2014.

Please take note of the important dates below and keep an eye out for more details in the coming weeks:
Entries open: 1–30 June
Sample deliveries: 1–31 July
Judging: 5–8 August

JULY

CHENIN BLANC INTERNATIONAL CELEBRATION IN FRANCE (LOIRE VALLEY)

6 - 9 JULY

The countdown has begun! The 3rd Chenin Blanc International Celebration will take place in France (Loire Valley) from 6-9 July.

The #FANDECHENIN collective is excited to invite winemakers, sommeliers, wine merchants, and Chenin Blanc lovers from across the globe to a one-of-a-kind celebration dedicated to this remarkable grape variety.

Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to taste, learn, connect, and celebrate Chenin Blanc in a stunning wine region.