After the frantic work of harvest and the critical process of fermentation comes time for patience and rest. The impact of oak on the style of any wine is one of the key factors of production, and the barrel choices made by Creation Wines’ cellarmaster JC Martin impact the final flavour profile and tannin structure of the wine.
Oak influences different wines in many different ways and the winemaker’s job of selecting the correct barrel and then judging the correct application is an art in itself. Oak is the only permitted flavour altering additive, and one which forms an integral cog in the evolutionary mechanics of wine. As such, it deserves close attention.There are three major barrel producing areas across the globe: France, the USA and Eastern Europe, and the origins of a barrel often hold important clues to its attributes. Click here to read further.
 The approach of the year-end break means time to spoil your colleagues and clients. To take the guesswork out of choosing gifts, Creation offers a wide range of wines that are characterised by rare balance, elegance, distinction and finesse, and each one is guaranteed to convey your highest esteem. With a choice of premium packaging options and the option to brand the packaging with your corporate logo or a personalised message, now is the perfect time to contact [email protected], or click here to view our products online.Creation is also the perfect venue to hold your year-end function. With a dedicated chef and professional kitchen at your service, menus can be tailor made to meet your requirements and our knowledgeable hosts will entertain and inform guests as they conduct comprehensive tastings and pair wines to each course. To book, contact[email protected]. |
 With the summer holidays around the corner, we’re taking bookings for December 2014 and January 2015 – book now to avoid disappointment! Good news is that for the period 15 December to 5 January we’ll be extending our opening hours until 19h30 for sundowners. An abridged version of our regular menu will be available during this time offering cheese and antipasti platters as well as our famous wine and food pairing canapés. Click here to view our menu or here to view our sunset menu.For those who like to get an early start to the day, we offer our 10 am Brunch Pairing (arrival at 09h45). This innovative pairing comprises 8 breakfast-themed canapés with 8 premium wines from the Creation range. Challenge your senses and treat your palate to a truly unique experience! Pre-booking essential.Click here to read about all the options available for your visit. To book, call (028) 212 1107or contact [email protected]. |
Please note that the Tasting Room will be closed on 25 December and 1 January.
 Just when we thought the worst of the load shedding debacle was behind us, Eskom announced there was more to come. But with sunny days and sultry evenings upon us and the vineyards lush with new growth, we decided that there are far better things to do than complain! So, should rolling blackouts threaten your Festive Season’s tranquillity, don’t despair – there’s more than enough to do along the Cape Whale Coast to keep you in a holiday mood. To brighten up your day, why not visit some of the local producers in our area and stock up with a delicious spread of charcuterie, cheese, artisanal bread, preserves and pickles. The perfect repast on a warm summer’s evening – with a chilled glass of WhalePOD Spyhopping Rosé to round it off! And don’t forget to visit us at Creation for all your summer wine needs – or order online (online shop link).You might even find yourself turning off the lights, sitting on the porch and enjoying your own choice antipasti platter when the load shedding is over! |
 Here are some of the local producers we would encourage you to pop in on, each with that something extra when it comes to quality and taste.Klein River Cheese, Stanford028-341 0693 or [email protected] Nestled on the banks of the Klein River, surrounded by lush green hills and mountains, lies Klein River Cheese, a small family run cheesery, offering a range of exceptional, high quality South African cheeses. The farm offers a special outing for visitors who can taste and purchase cheese as well as a variety of gourmet products in The Cheese Shop. Enjoy a delicious picnic on the riverbank whilst the children make use of the extensive playground or pet and feed the delightful farm animals. Richard Bosman Quality Cured Meats The Harbour Rock |
 While many of you may be heading to Hermanus and taking the Hemel-en-Aarde Road to the Tasting Room at Creation this summer, Creation will also be in attendance at numerous markets in the vicinity. Here Creation wines will be available at cellar door prices and you will be able to taste new vintages as well as purchasing our very convenient selection of gift packs. Please click here to view our video.Hermanus Country Market at the Cricket Groundswww.hermanus.co.za/hermanus-market Running every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm this market has fresh produce, craft beer, gourmet food stalls and of course a permanent Creation stall where you can buy wine by the glass or by the bottle. Our stall will also be open during the night markets which run each Wednesday from 5 pm to 9 pm between 10 December and 21 January (24 December excluded). Stanford Sunset Market Kirstenbosch Market A band is on hand throughout the day to add to the festive feel. Why not make yourself comfortable on the lawn under the umbrellas with the awesome Table Mountain behind you and enjoy a refreshing glass of wine in this quite extraordinary setting. Here our wines will be available from the bar and as of this month we’ll be serving the Whale Pod range. |
