Summary: The Art of Pairing takes place at Groot Phesantekraal in Durbanville on 29 October 2026, with guests arriving from 18h30 for a 19h00 start. Priced at R1,200 per person, the dinner brings winemaker Richard Schroeder and chef Germaine Esau together for a seasonal menu featuring farm ingredients, paired with current vintages and older wines from the estate’s wine bank.
Wine and food pairing gets a deeper look at Groot Phesantekraal on 29 October, when winemaker Richard Schroeder and chef Germaine Esau join forces for The Art of Pairing.
The evening is centred on a seasonal menu showcasing farm ingredients, with each course thoughtfully paired with wines from Groot Phesantekraal.
The selection includes current vintages as well as older wines from the estate’s wine bank, giving guests the chance to explore how wine changes over time and how its character can shift alongside food.
- Rather than simply matching a glass with a plate, the dinner is designed to demonstrate the relationship between the two. Older and newer wines bring their own personalities to the table, while the seasonal menu provides a changing backdrop for those differences. Guests are encouraged to arrive from 18h30, with the dinner starting at 19h00.
How much does The Art of Pairing cost?
Tickets cost R1,200 per person. The price covers the Art of Pairing dinner experience, featuring the seasonal menu and wine pairings presented by Groot Phesantekraal’s winemaker and chef. The evening offers a particularly interesting opportunity for wine enthusiasts who enjoy exploring older vintages alongside current releases and seeing how the character of wine develops over time.
For anyone who enjoys discovering the details behind a good food and wine match, The Art of Pairing offers plenty to explore without overcomplicating the idea. A seasonal dinner, wines from different points in their evolution, and the combined expertise of Richard Schroeder and Germaine Esau make 29 October a date for the diary at Groot Phesantekraal. Pre-booking is essential. Tickets are available by contacting restaurant@phesantekraal.co.za.
Quick details
- Event: The Art of Pairing
- Venue: Groot Phesantekraal
- Location: Klipheuwel Road, R302, Durbanville, Cape Town, 7550
- Date: 29 October 2026
- Arrival: From 18h30
- Start: 19h00
- Price: R1,200 per person
- Food: Seasonal menu showcasing farm ingredients
- Wine: Current vintages and older wines from the wine bank
- Winemaker: Richard Schroeder
- Chef: Germaine Esau
- Booking: Pre-booking essential
- Bookings: restaurant@phesantekraal.co.za
FAQs
When is The Art of Pairing at Groot Phesantekraal?
The dinner takes place on 29 October 2026. Guests are encouraged to arrive from 18h30, with the dinner starting at 19h00.
How much does The Art of Pairing cost?
Tickets cost R1,200 per person.
What is included in the dinner?
The experience features a seasonal menu showcasing farm ingredients, paired with current vintages and older wines from Groot Phesantekraal’s wine bank.
Who is hosting the evening?
Groot Phesantekraal winemaker Richard Schroeder and chef Germaine Esau are joining forces for the dinner.
Is pre-booking required?
Yes, pre-booking is essential.
How can guests book?
Bookings can be made via restaurant@phesantekraal.co.za.
Where is Groot Phesantekraal?
The estate is on Klipheuwel Road, R302, Durbanville, Cape Town, 7550.
