We all know how important days tend to sneak up on us, especially this early in the year. So before time gets away with you, make sure you’re all set for Valentine’s Day 2019. Surprise your love with this epic Food24 gift box of wine and other goodies that will be delivered to their door, free of charge.

Having recently launched its wine club, Food24 put together a great little gift pack of stunning wines, some local chocolate and olive oil.

What’s in the box?

5 bottles of wine:

1. Hoopenburg Integer MCC Brut
2. Delaire Cab Franc Rosé 2018
3. Grangehurst the Point Cape blend 2014
4. Cape Point Sauvignon Blanc 2018
5. Excelsior Viognier 2018

Plus…

1 x slab of Afrikoa 55% semi-sweet chocolate

1 x bottle of Willow Creek blood-orange-flavoured olive oil

Valued at well over R600, this Valentine’s Day special sees Food24 offering it up at only R498 – including free delivery anywhere in South Africa.

There are only 50 of these gift packs up for grabs, so buy yours today.

There are only 50 gift packs available so make sure to buy yours now.

Want to know more about the wines you’ll (hopefully!) be sharing with your loved one?

Excelsior Viognier 2018

This is a varietal from the Rhone Valley in France. These grapes flourish in the sun and need to be fully ripe for their exotic flavours to be fully expressed. In this wine you’ll find subtle flavours of lemon, and peaches linger on a complex palate. Full-bodied elegance makes this a wine of substance.

Hoopenburg Integer MCC Brut

A classic bubbly with a contemporary bite. Made in the traditional method used to make champagne, this 100% chardonnay MCC will complement a wide range of foods. Expect a lively, balanced palate of Granny Smith apples, biscuit crumbs and white peaches.

Serve at: 7 to 9 degrees Celsius

Pair with: A wide range foods that includes cheese, seafood, salads and pastries

Delaire Cab Franc Rosé

After just four hours of skin contact to acquire its blushing colour, this wine is then made in the same style as sauvignon blanc to maintain its fresh fruit characters of ripe strawberries and cream followed by a crisp, dry finish.

Serve at: 7 to 9 degrees Celsius

Drink by: Within 8 years

Serve with: Fresh goat’s cheese and a crusty loaf, or a juicy steak

Grangehurst the Point Cape blend

A collaboration between Grangehurst Winery and Wade Bales has produced a Cape Blend exclusively for you. It’s a sublime blend of cabernet sauvignon, pinotage and shiraz – this is attributed to the magnificent Cape Point rock formation that forms part of the vista from Grangehurst across the False Bay. Matured in French oak barrels for 18 months, the Grangehurst Point Cape blend has red berries, plums and cigar box aromas; a youthful palate; lovely acidity; and creamy berries on the finish.

Style: Elegant and delicate

Serve at: 16 to 18 degrees Celsius

Drink by: Recommended 5 to 10 years from vintage

Pair with: Lamb kebabs grilled over the coals, an oxtail potjie or traditional waterblommetjie bredie

Cape Point Sauvignon Blanc 2018

The wine shows a complex array of green fig, passion fruit and apple combined with zesty orange and lime. The palate remains fresh and vibrant, with lively traces of Granny Smith apples, fresh pineapple juice and pears.

Style: Fresh, crisp and vibrant

Serve at: 7 to 9 degrees Celsius

Drink by: Enjoy now through to 2021

Pair with: Tomato gazpacho with prawns, Thai noodle salads, gnocchi with basil, goat’s cheese or roasted cherry tomatoes.

Order the limited-edition Food24 Valentine’s Day gift pack now.