Skip to main content

Posts

Showing posts with the label Scripture on Wine

Wine For Thought (by Tanja)

Waterkloof Wine Estate   Here’s a question for all the knowledgeable folks out there: What was the first miracle that Jesus performed? Did he give sight to the blind, heal the cripple, raise the dead? Nope. It was a very significant miracle; one which brought happiness to a beautiful event – He turned water into wine at a wedding celebration.   Now this is where the debating in religious circles begins - Was it alcoholic wine or plain grape juice? One of our favorite weekend activities, before our children immigrated, was wine tastings and pairings. Not only did we sample some of the most exquisite Western Cape wines, but the pristine surroundings and beautiful vineyards made this a most enjoyable social family gathering. And believe me when I say that we didn’t visit half of the wine estates. This was one of the motivations for starting my wine and gin bar. I wanted others to experience the same relaxed atmosphere in a casual, yet upmarket, setting. I absolutely loved wha...