Monday, October 26, 2009





The Helderberg Wine Festival was designed to showcase some of the local wine farms with events the public could attend and in the process get to know some of the quality wines that the area has on offer. Croydon Vineyard did not stand one step back and decided to put a fun filled weekend together.

Another stunning sunrise over the Helderberg Mountains with rays of sunlight against the green vineyards of our estate. The day is filled with events like the barrel tasting with the release of the 2009 vintage and red blends, pony rides, penguins, jumping castles and for a touch of class some musicians playing some classical music. The homeowners were invited to a true “potjiekos” event and what better way to spend the days with the other residents than around a fire, good food and wine! Yes we must have a winner so well done to Casper Steenkamp. Second was Emile Burger and 3rd the blue bull team alias Engelbrecht. About the blue bull shirts and flags we won’t say too much down here in the Cape!

All in all a great weekend and something we all look forward to in the next years to come. Home owners all agreed: what an event! If you could not make it you sure missed out on a good weekend. Well done to Corius Visser and his team for putting on such a show! I am sure the home owners and visitors were stunned by the estate and what it has to offer! As the sun sets and we look back we realise we must be some of the most privileged in our beautiful Cape Province to live on this working wine farm.

Music and entertainment with Jak de Priester




Summer fun around the winery



SANCCOB plays Croydon a visit




Eating and drinking outside in the sunshine






Early morning and the estate is a buzz. Flags go up, little farm stalls are set up, waterslides are out, all set for a top notch day.

Events included two shows by popular artist Jac de Priester, wine tasting, pony rides, water slides, olive tastings and all in all a weekend filled with fun for the family. A treat for the kids was the penguins of SANCCOB while the parents could enjoy a relaxed morning in one of the most spectacular settings in the Western Cape. How can one not fall in love with this beautiful part of our country and how can you not make your home in this friendly and safe environment? All the home owners and visitors agreed: this must be heaven: good wine, good food, good friends and good weather! The day was ended in the lifestyle centre with a dinner along with am interactive performance by Jac de Priester.

Thursday getting ready for the festival



Corius is spending all his time and efforts with the staff the past week to get the estate in tip top condition. Everything is set after some hard work. There is excitement in the air as the stage is set for a busy weekend at Croydon Vineyard Estate!

Thursday, October 22, 2009

THE HELDERBERG WINE FESTIVAL INVITES YOU TO JOIN IN THE FUN

THE HELDERBERG WINE FESTIVAL INVITES YOU TO JOIN IN THE FUN
AT THE CROYDON VINEYARD ESTATE FOR

CROYDON FAMILY DAY

Date: Saturday, 24 October 2009

Time: 10h00 – 18h00

Vineyard tours by Beyers Truter and Corius Visser at 13h00, 14h00, 15h00 (Child minders will be available to watch over the kiddies while parents are at play)
Barrel tasting featuring the new releases of 2009 vintage made by Corius as well the range of Cape Blends available;
Jac de Priester shows @ 10h30 and 17h00 at R230 per head including either breakfast or light supper (pre-booking essential - NO ENTRANCE FEE TO THE FESTIVAL).
Children’s activities: Pony rides, slippery slide, jumping castle available for children
SANCCOB Penguins – Learn about these extraordinary creatures and meet Columbine, an African penguin – 13h00 -14h00

Contact details: Charmain Krotz at the Croydon Vineyard Estate, telephonically on 021 843 3610 or via email on info@croydon-estate.co.za

Date: Sunday, 25 October 2009

Time: 11h00 – 14h00

Barrel tasting featuring Corius Visser’s new releases of the 2009 vintage as well as the range of Cape Blends available
Children’s activities: Pony rides, slippery slide, jumping castle
SANCCOB Penguins – Meet Columbine, an African Penguin and learn about these extraordinary creatures. Show time 12h00 – 13h00
Listen to classical music performed by musicians

Contact detail: Charmain Krotz at the Croydon Vineyard Estate, telephonically on 021 843 3610 or via email on info@croydon-estate.co.za

TICKETS TO HELDERBEERG WINE FESTIVAL ON SALE AT THE ENTRANCE @ R75.00 PER ADULT. CHILDREN FREE. ALL TICKETS SOLD IN AID OF ROUND TABLE SOMERSET WEST

Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Croydon featured again in Business Day

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