Episode 6: Autumn Wines to Fall for This Season

We dive into the golden glow of autumn and the wines that are perfect for sipping through the season. I’m joined by a guest who truly understands flavour, balance and the beauty of a good pour - Moses Magwaza. Moses is the sommelier at Prosopa Restaurant, one of Pretoria and South Africa’s finest Greek restaurants.SHOW NOTESGIVEAWAY:You can WIN a Winemakers Lunch for two at the Rust en Vrede Tasting Room just outside of Stellenbosch. To enter: 1. Visit my Instagram page @suitcaseandchardonnay and find the giveaway post. 2. In the comments section, give the wine-inspired image a catchy caption. 3. Be sure to also add the hashtag #SuitcaseAndChardonnay after your caption and, 4. Tag a friend whom you’d like to take for lunch. The competition closes on 31 May 2025 and is valid to South African residents only. Travel costs to Rust en Vrede will be for your own account. Good luck!WINE LINKS: Learn more about Assyrtiko on www.wine-searcher.comLearn more about Retsina on www.wine-searcher.comOTHER WINES:- Le Riche: www.leriche.co.za - Illimis Cinsault: illimiswines.com - Gabriëlskloof: gabrielskloof.co.za - Stellenrust: www.stellenrust.co.za - Stellenzicht: stellenzicht.com- Allée Bleue: shop.alleebleue.co.za - Marsanne / Rozanne blends: wineparadigm.com MOSES' PERSONAL FAVOURITES:Moses’ favourite wine to sip in his slippers - De Wetshof Bon Vallon: dewetshof.comMoses’ favourite wine for fireside sipping – Saronsberg Provenance: saronsbergshop.comWines under R200 to stock up on, according to Moses: 1. Stellenzicht Cabernet Sauvignon: stellenzicht.com2. Steenberg: steenbergfarm.com 3. Backsberg: www.backsberg.co.za4. Diemersdal: diemersdal.co.zaCheck out Steenberg’s new labels, which were recently launched, here: https://www.suitcaseandchardonnay.co.za/stunning-luxe-new-wine-labels-for-steenberg/ Learn more about Cinsault (and Pinot Noir) here: https://www.suitcaseandchardonnay.co.za/5-ways-to-better-understand-cinsaut-and-pinot-noir/ Don’t forget to check out the blog for an autumn wine roundup, easy pairing ideas, and even outfit inspiration for your next vineyard visit. You can find it all on www.suitcaseandchardonnay.co.za.Subscribe, rate and share this episode with your fellow wine lovers. And as always, sip slow, travel often, and dress like you mean it.