Event: 14 March "Explore South Africa", hosted by Annette Scarfe MW

The Paarl wine region sits quietly between Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, yet its warm climate, granite slopes, and cool evenings shape some of South Africa’s most generous reds and textured whites. For wine lovers in Singapore, Paarl offers a distinctive terroir that deserves far more attention.

Survivor is what happens when winemaker Pierre Wahl stops following the usual map and starts hunting for character in South Africa’s wildest vineyards, from Swartland’s decomposed‑granite bush vines to the cool coastal sites that feed his Cellarmaster blends. In our four‑bottle lineup—Chenin Blanc Reserve, Pinotage Reserve, Cellarmaster Series Reunion and Cellarmaster Series Cabernet Franc–Merlot—each wine captures a different facet of his rebellious philosophy, delivering textured whites, plush Swartland reds and elegant, cellar‑worthy blends that feel tailor‑made for Singapore’s bold cuisine and warm evenings.

The Pinotage Festival returns this month, showcasing South Africa’s unrivalled terroir diversity through themed tasting zones. In “Regional Expressions”, festival-goers will discover how climate, soil and landscape shape Pinotage’s flavours. Among many new faces, we spotlight three producers who define what unique terroir can mean—Hasher Family Estate (Upper Hemel-en-Aarde), Bruwer Vintners (Polkadraai Hills), and Diemersdal (Durbanville)—each bringing a new perspective to Singapore. Don’t miss the chance to taste their distinctive wines and experience firsthand how regional origin impacts style.