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Harvest report: A great start to a good year
FEBRUARY 08, 2017 | The 2017 harvest has begun. First to arrive were the Sauvignon Blanc grapes.
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MEET OUR CRAFTERS: Bongani Khumalo
FEBRUARY 02, 2017 | The Spier Craft Market is a showcase of some of the best craftwork produced in the greater Cape Town area. It consists of eight custom-designed units – each manned by a cluster of artists – situated along the banks of the dam, right next to our Tasting Room.
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Meet the team: Orlando Filander
JANUARY 23, 2017 | Spier is home to a diverse bunch of passionate people, doing what they love, and committed to making a difference every day. Orlando Filander, Spier's farm manager, has worked on the farm for 16 years, playing a key role in its attainment of organic certification in 2015. A trained viticulturist, he oversees all aspects of the farm’s wellbeing, including the rejuvenation of the soil and the replanting and rehabilitation of indigenous vegetation.
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Spier shares cash spoils of carbon trade with workers
DECEMBER 19, 2016 | Workers at the Spier will have a little extra to spend this Christmas after the farm decided to divide a portion of cash earned via carbon credits.
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MEET THE TEAM: IVAN STIGLAND
DECEMBER 15, 2016 | Together Ivan and his mom have worked in our vineyards for more than 36 years. His positive attitude is contagious and he believes in always giving 100%.
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Emma-Jane's Strawberry-Lime Sangria
DECEMBER 14, 2016 | Cool off with this delicious twist on an all-time favourite this summer.
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