Strauss & co - 13 February 2016, Cape Town

The GlenCarlou& GrandeRocheHotel Lot Established in 1985, Glen Carlou situated in the heart of South Africa’s sought after Paarl valley is a comparatively young estate, which has built an enviable reputation as one of South Africa’s leading wine producers. Today it goes from strength to strength under the passionate stewardship of Hess Family Wine Estates. The winning bidder will receive a personal blending experience to blend their own special 225 litre barrel of wine with winemaker Arco Laarman who will guide you through the process to ensure your wine is curated around your tastes. This unique blend will be bottled and labelled with your own bespoke label. In addition the winning bidder will enjoy a private five-course celebration lunch or dinner for twenty guests at Glen Carlou. Each course will be paired with a Glen Carlou wine and hosted by members of the Glen Carlou team. Included will be a one night stay for ten couples in the newly refurbished Terrace Suites at The Grande Roche Hotel. Nestled at the foot of Paarl Mountain, this celebrated five-star, small luxury hotel is like no other. It is a place where history interacts with modern comforts and is a proud member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World. — www.glencarlou.co.za — AUCTION AMBASSADORS - The Hess Family Lot Summary A personal blending experience with winemaker Arco Laarman as you blend your own special 225 litre barrel of either red or white wine. — A private five-course celebration lunch or dinner experience for twenty guests at Glen Carlou, paired with a selection of Glen Carlou wines. — One night’s stay for ten couples at Grande Roche Hotel. — 77