Kunjani Wines

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"Kunjani means ‘Hi, how are you?’ and that is exactly how friendships start."

Delaille & Nina chats to Pia Watermeyer - co-owner of Kunjani wines - the latest addition to the Bottelary Hills sub-route of Stellenbosch, South Africa. We discuss the inspiration behind the brand, the 2020 harvest and the effects of Covid-19.

Sit back, relax, pour yourself a glass...it's time for wine talks

14 Jun 2020 English South Africa Food · Leisure

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