Three days of indulgence, joie de vivre, and South African flair
From August 28 to 30, 2025, Zurich and Wädenswil once again transformed into a paradise for wine lovers. The South Africa Days 2025 attracted around 2000 guests and offered three days full of enjoyment, joie de vivre, and unforgettable encounters.
An exclusive kick-off in Zurich's Seefeld district
The event began with a pre-opening on Thursday, August 28, at the Tasting Room in Zurich's Seefeld district. Over 250 guests not only celebrated the Tasting Room's first anniversary but also enjoyed an exclusive wine tasting. In a stylish and artistic ambience, fine South African wines were sampled, accompanied by lively conversations and a festive atmosphere.
The big party in Wädenswil
On Friday and Saturday, Wädenswil was entirely dedicated to South Africa. Around the Kapweine locations, visitors experienced a diverse program featuring wine, culinary delights, music, and good cheer. The new shuttle service provided a particularly stylish way to arrive: in cooperation with Porsche Zentrum Oberer Zürichsee, guests were picked up directly at Wädenswil train station and driven to Kapweine in brand-new Porsche vehicles. Over 700 rides were recorded, and the service proved very popular.
Pure indulgence – from wine to braai
In total, over 1500 bottles of wine were opened for tasting during the three days. From exquisite classics to exciting new releases, there was something for every taste. More than 2000 orders were processed at the grill, with culinary options ranging from tender zebra steaks, ostrich fillets, and rock lobsters to an aromatic chickpea stew for vegetarian fans. Guests were thrilled by the variety and authenticity of South African cuisine.
Facts & Figures
- 9 wine producers traveled from South Africa
- 332 different wines were presented
- around 2000 visitors attended
- over 500 boerewors, 600 zebra, and 300 rock lobster portions were consumed
- 57 employees were on duty at Kapweine (team & Cape Angels)
Top 10 Wines
The most purchased and consumed wines at South Africa Days 2025:
- Constantia Glen Five 2021
- Chocolate Block 2023
- Tokara Sauvignon Blanc Reserve Collection 2024
- Tokara Director’s Reserve Red 2021
- Warwick The White Lady Chardonnay 2022
- Tokara Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Collection 2021
- Glenelly Estate Reserve Red 2015
- Constantia Glen Three 2021
- Rainbow’s End Cabernet Franc Limited 2022
- Diemersdal Pinotage Reserve 2023
Further Wine Highlights
Strong partners, strong experiences
A special highlight was the participation of the new main partner Dreamtime Travel, who captivated guests with exciting insights and inspiration for travel to Southern Africa. Other partners, Ethiopian Airlines, Rhulani Safari Lodge, RE/MAX Living, Shoho-Art, Biltong House, Brinergarten, Grand Golf Tour of South Africa, and Jedlitschka Gallery, also contributed to a diverse experience with their commitment.
A big thank you also goes to Porsche Zentrum Oberer Zürichsee, whose shuttle service provided much to talk about and brought smiles to many faces.
Perfect weather, perfect mood
Despite the forecast rain, the weather cooperated, providing South Africa Days 2025 with sunny hours and mild summer evenings. Under the open sky, people celebrated, tasted, laughed, and danced – an event that once again proved how strong the enthusiasm for South African wines and culture is in Switzerland.
Anticipation for 2026
After this great success, anticipation for the next edition is already building. The South Africa Days have firmly established themselves in the event calendar and promise moments of enjoyment at the highest level again in 2026.
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Images: South Africa Days 2025, KapWeine
