Durbanville Hills is leaning into the festive season with something equal parts playful and indulgent: a meringue and sparkling wine tasting that feels like a holiday treat designed for grown-ups.
Set against the estate’s sweeping vineyard views, this trio-of-trios experience is all about embracing sweetness, effervescence, and the simple joy of pairing good bubbles with good bites.
The tasting features three handcrafted meringues, each matched thoughtfully with one of Durbanville Hills’ sparkling wines. It’s not a complicated tasting, but that’s exactly what makes it so delightful—every pairing is clear, balanced, and made to make your senses perk up.
- The journey begins with Lemon Cream meringue paired with Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc. Bright, zesty notes play against crisp bubbles, delivering a refreshing first bite-and-sip that feels like sunshine in flavour form. Then things turn fruitier with Strawberry Ice Cream meringue paired with Pinotage Sparkling Rosé—a combination that tastes like a summer dessert dressed up for a party. Finally, the tasting softens into something comfortingly sweet: Madagascan Vanilla Bean meringue paired with Demi-Sec Honeysuckle, a floral, creamy pairing that lingers long after the last sip.
At R145 per person, the tasting is surprisingly generous, especially considering the quality of the wines and the fun, sensory nature of the experience. It’s a perfect stop during a day of wine touring, a festive date idea, or simply a reason to treat yourself because December tends to demand at least one moment of sweetness.
Durbanville Hills has always been known for its scenery and its easygoing approach to winemaking, and this seasonal tasting captures both beautifully. It’s relaxed, a little whimsical, and built around flavours that make people smile—exactly what this time of year calls for. Bookings are available via Dineplan, and as with anything delicious and limited, it’s worth planning ahead. One trio of bubbles is never enough.
M13 Tygerberg Valley Rd, Durbanville
021 558 1300
info@durbanvillehills.co.za
