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- The South African
Steenberg Vineyards unveils 'The Catharina Experience'
Steenberg Vineyards has launched The Catharina Experience . This is an exclusive winter competition that promises to immerse wine lovers in the rich history and luxury of one of South Africa's oldest wine estates. Running from 1 July to 24 August 2025, this eight-week event celebrates the indomitable spirit of Catharina Ras. Catharina is Steenberg's founder and the Cape's first female landowner. Ras arrived in the Cape in 1662. She defied the expectations of her time, carving out a life of independence and resilience. Her journey took her from Rondebosch to Bo Kaap, and finally to the land that would become Steenberg. Her legacy is one of courage and determination, qualities that still define the estate today, according to Life Brands. 'Our wines are a true reflection of Catharina's fearless character, bold yet elegant, powerful yet refined,' says Elunda Basson, Steenberg's Winemaker. 'At a time when South Africans are looking for connection, authenticity, and experiences that carry meaning, we believe our wines offer a story in every sip. The Catharina Experience is an opportunity for guests to engage with this rich heritage while enjoying the exceptional quality of our wines.' Steenberg values the event at R120,000 and offers guests a four-night curated adventure through Cape Town and Steenberg's storied grounds. The itinerary echoes Catharina's journey. Day 1: Arrive in Cape Town and check in at Banksia Boutique Hotel in Rosebank, close to where Catharina first settled. Enjoy a Clifton cruise, followed by a private dinner with a Steenberg wine tasting led by Cellarmaster Elunda Basson. Arrive in Cape Town and check in at Banksia Boutique Hotel in Rosebank, close to where Catharina first settled. Enjoy a Clifton cruise, followed by a private dinner with a Steenberg wine tasting led by Cellarmaster Elunda Basson. Day 2: Horseback ride along Noordhoek Beach, then a rustic lunch at The Foodbarn. Spend the night at Dorp Hotel in Bo Kaap, an area steeped in Cape heritage. Horseback ride along Noordhoek Beach, then a rustic lunch at The Foodbarn. Spend the night at Dorp Hotel in Bo Kaap, an area steeped in Cape heritage. Day 3: Drive a vintage Cobra roadster to Steenberg. Lunch at Bistro Sixteen82, a vineyard walk, and a wine tasting await. Check into five-star lodgings and dine at Tryn, where Catharina's legacy is celebrated in every dish. Drive a vintage Cobra roadster to Steenberg. Lunch at Bistro Sixteen82, a vineyard walk, and a wine tasting await. Check into five-star lodgings and dine at Tryn, where Catharina's legacy is celebrated in every dish. Day 4: Relax with a spa treatment, enjoy a vineyard picnic, and join a vertical tasting in the cellar with Elunda Basson. The experience ends with an intimate cellar dinner. To stand a chance to win, simply purchase a glass or bottle of Steenberg wine at participating restaurants or online during the competition period. Each bottle purchased equals one entry. The winner will be announced on 31 August 2025. Steenberg's wines, from their iconic red blends to the crisp Sauvignon Blanc (from R150 per bottle), are crafted to embody Catharina's pioneering spirit. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
News24
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- News24
From trumpeting These Streets to Horns in the Sun: Mi Casa's Mo-T's everlasting hits
Moshe 'Mo-T' Kgasoane is the renowned trumpeter from Mi Casa. His solo career boasts hits like Don't Let Go and Horns in the Sun. Mo-T's trumpeting background began with his father and grandfather. He's responsible for some of the most recognisable trumpeting in South Africa's hit tracks. Moshe Kgasoane, more popularly known as Mo-T, has added a modern and unique flair to an instrument whose reputation struggled to exceed marching band status. Mo-T has not only found fame as one third of the renowned musical trio Mi Casa creating hits like These Streets, Jika and more for the better part of 15 years. He's also added his own signature sound to chart-topping tracks like DJ Kent's Don't Let Go, Mr Eazi's Property and more that have personified Mzansi's festive spirit across generations. Even when covering classic tracks like Bongo Maffin's Thathisigubhu, Mo-T's trumpeting skills are a sight to behold and a treat to the ears. The blaring horn from South Africa's greatest hits After delivering a sensational instrumental performance at Steenberg 's exclusive launch of their new wine labels in Johannesburg, the musician let TRUELOVE in on how he has been able to grow his artist wings as an individual artist while also staying true to the trio. 'People have been waiting for us to break up, but it's not happening anytime soon. Hopefully, praise God it doesn't happen ever. But I mean, I feel everyone's got a way of expressing themselves of the individuality or them feeling that, look, this is something special that I want to release by myself,' he says. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mi Casa (@micasamusic) One solo track that took over radio waves across the country was when Mo-T featured on DJ Kent's Horns in the Sun, which has been played everywhere from home soil to Europe and New Year's parties in the U.S. He tells us how those recognisable rhythms come to him. 'It's the mood, it's where the song is also going and it's really on how, yes, that mood has also got to do with how I'm feeling at that time, and I always push myself to being in a good space when I go to studio. Even if I'm in a very bad space or anything but I always push myself to really playing what suits that certain track' he explains. Mo-T continues, 'I've really enjoyed recording even with those artists like working with Mr. Eazi was magical, it was beautiful. Working with Kent, well DJ Kent on Don't Let Go [is] still a classic to us, it's an old song but people still love it.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mo-T (@mot_micasa) A trumpeting lineage With Mo-T's father as the late Mango Groove founding member and lead trumpeter Banza Kgasoanse and his grandfather also a famed saxophonist in the Big Henny's Band, it's clear that trumpeting is in Mo-T's blood. He shares how his father and grandfather passed down his musical gift and retaining his individuality in a successful group. '[Trumpeting] really holds a special place in my heart for seeing where it's come from. Where it didn't start with me, but it started with my grandfather, then it got passed on to my dad, and then it got passed on to me. We've all done well within the musical segments that we have established ourselves into.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mo-T (@mot_micasa) Mo-T adds, 'Me going to or me being a part of Mi Casa has also been something great but it's also nice that when you live that freedom by saying that we're not tying each other down, but we're obviously saying, yes, you're part of a group, but you're also able to spread your wings and actually just work with other people and see what happens.'
