Premier Cru Wines

Next week we will welcome the visit of Luana Monterosso, Export Manager of premium Prosecco producer Bortolomiol from Valdobiaddene DOCG.

For her visit, we will host a series of Prosecco dinners with partner restaurants. You will be treated to tasting the ranges of this Brut pioneer, and to enjoy with your dinner.
An occasion to celebrate Women's month further with a female-driven estate, and welcome the arrival of Springtime.

Contact us for booking details with our hosting partners.

This Sunday August 18th, we will be celebrating International Pinot Noir Day.
Another occasion (if needed) to fall in love again with the beautiful grape, quintessence of Bourgogne but also finding beautiful expressions over the world.
Explore its elegance and finesse through our amazing Burgundy producers and vignerons with their distinctive styles and signatures for enticing expressions!

In picture: Bourgogne

Raising a glass to celebrate SA Women's Day!
Another occasion to show appreciation for the women gracing our lives. For us, we'll cheer particularly for the women in wine at our amazing producers, our beloved clients and the esteemed members of our team.
We recommend Champagne to toast them accordingly!

[JULY 2024 UPDATE] - Wine Olympics - https://mailchi.mp/premiercru/july2024update
The Paris 2024 Olympic & Paralympic Games have started in glorious and unique fashion, bringing the best athletes to compete in France for the coming weeks - Watch them along by having your own Wine Olympics!
These will be the most equal to date, and as August nears, we already welcome Women's month - an occasion to rediscover our many women-led wines.
In this turn of the year, we also released our Q3 portfolio update with exciting future arrivals.

Celebrate Bastille day with us! Ahead of 14th of July, we have the pleasure to extend a -10% discount on all our French wines (& Champagne) on our e-shop.
Use coupon code BASTILLE2024 on www.premiercru.co.za. Valid until 15th July.

Santé!

[JUNE 2024 UPDATE] - Wine Journeys - https://mailchi.mp/premiercru/june2024update
Many of you have already started escaping the cold grip of winter and its caravan of flu, calling for the comfort of winter warmers, fireplaces and further traveling adventures.
Whether you will be traveling to or 'without moving', the Tour de France is starting, through to US & France national days before the start of 2024 Paris Olympics! We've also pleasantly received our June container with awaited stocks on some of our flagship producers!

[MAY 2024 UPDATE] - Winds of Change
Election day is almost upon us with its promises, and Winter has extended its cooler grip. For us, this will mark a milestone, as it is time for us to relocate our offices into a new shell to further our growth and new projects - an exciting prospect we look forward to reveal soon.
Along this transition, we introduce you to Talamonti wines, our luxury experiences and 'Winter wines' selections. And have a look at our Bin-end list to assist in our move!

A truly unique experience thanks to and .
Introducing 'the Wine High Club' tasting in altitude, explaining the impact of cabin environment on our senses and how best to choose the wine faring best through the journey.

Champagne in the bush - a perfect match with the beauty of the African sunsets...

Cheers to a hoppy Easter weekend filled with good company with your loved ones, delicious food, and of course, fine wine! Let's raise a glass to celebrate the season of renewal and abundance

Privileged to have hosted Jean-Guillaume Prats, VP of Domaines Delon in Bordeaux to showcase their gorgeous wines to the Johannesburg Trade and Collectors.
His passion, humility and pedagogic approach were equal to the greatness of their wines from prestigious Chateau Leoville Las Cases, Nenin, Potensac and Clos du Marquis.
An honor and a treat to have been chosen to welcome him during his visit.

Congratulations to Maison Mirabeau for winning the Best design & packaging masters for the new bottle of Pure, and being included in the Top 100 Master Winemakers from Drinks Business!
A team effort spearheaded by founders Jeany & Stephan Cronk and their skilled team led by winemaker Guillaume Cordonis.

Shop their delicious cuvees on www.premiercru.co.za!

Our warm congratulations to Champagne Philipponnat, voted as Brand of the Year by the esteemed 'R***e du Vin de France' - along with Best Champagne Brut Non-Vintage!
A well deserved accolade for the work accomplished over the past 20 years by Charles Philipponnat, 15th generation and now joined by his son Francois, producing year after year perfectly balanced blends of complexity, concentration and freshness.
Another occasion to raise a glass of Philipponnat to honor this recognition!

[JANUARY 2024 UPDATE] - Reset & Restart - https://mailchi.mp/premiercru/january2024update
We hope you've had a wonderful festive season with your family & friends, and want to extend our best wishes for you into this New Year.
As 2024 kicks in, our journey restarts with a fresh mind, and we look forward to resume it together, as Summer remains in full swing across the country.
Check our newsletter for our spotlight on Mirabeau, 2024 Anniversary vintage, Q1 update and summer wines promotion extended.

It is time for the Premier Cru Wines team (the Premier Crew) to enjoy some well-deserved holidays.
We want to thank you once again for your support in choosing us to assist with your Champagne & Fine Wines requirements, and extend our best wishes to your for the festive season with your close ones. Looking forward to further this journey into 2024!

Now that was a legendary lunch at enjoying the delicious range of led by as Chief Palabras Officer.
A memorable way to wrap up the year!

[DECEMBER 2023 UPDATE] - Last call for Summer - https://mailchi.mp/premiercru/december2023update
The final stretch of the year is unwinding quicker each day, counting to holiday retreats with close ones.
At Premier Cru Wines, we are also looking forward to close off a demanding yet rewarding year - and thank you once again for the journey together in our 5th anniversary. Your appreciation and support is the power behind our drive!
Shop our Summer Wine deals to deliver in time for your holiday plans! www.premiercru.co.za/shop

Year End Stock-up Deals - https://mailchi.mp/premiercru/november2023update

The Year is drawing to a close and the finish line almost in sight, a last run of celebrations and project close before heading towards well-deserved summer vacations. In order to stock up for such occasions and retreat, our version of the 'Black Friday' frenzy will be to extend an array of deals across a selection of bestsellers as well as bin-ends.

Take advantage of these deals available to stock for your holiday season!

www.premiercru.co.za/shop

Throwback earlier this month to a wonderful week with Chateau Palmer with the visit of Export Director Sebastien Menut.
Guided tastings, exclusive dinners and collectors events, a privilege to welcome them and taste these delicious wines sourced specifically ex-Chateau for the occasion.
Get in touch for future exclusive events!

Today we celebrate World Champagne day! (Or for some, everyday)
Another perfect excuse to enjoy a fine bottle of Champagne, as it marks the last stretch of the year!
Shop through our boutique & exclusive Champagne Houses and Growers to enjoy!

www.premiercru.co.za/shop

[OCTOBER 2023 UPDATE] - Champagne & Jacaranda - https://mailchi.mp/premiercru/october2023update

The warmth has settled in and the Jacarandas are gracing us with their beautiful colors. A time of appreciation of togetherness and celebration of the year which has almost gone by. It also is highlighted by World Champagne day (27/10), always the perfect drink to pair such occasions and lifestyle.

Join us for a Champagne Tasting to celebrate World Champagne Day and rediscover our Houses & Growers!
Book on Quicket - Link in newsletter.

Last seats available for our New Wines Guided Tasting on Friday 29th (6pm) and Saturday 30th (4pm) at our offices in Dunkeld West Centre, Hyde Park.
4 flights of Champagne, International white wines, French & International red wines to further your discoveries, followed up by an open tasting with another 12 wines to discover.

Tasting fee R300, refundable on order of over R2,000.
Booking on Quicket: https://www.quicket.co.za/events/234291-new-wines-guided-tasting-by-premier-cru-wines-jhb/ #/

[SEPTEMBER 2023 UPDATE] - Anniversary & Springtime - https://mailchi.mp/premiercru/august2023update-12697429

With September and the arrival of Spring, we also take the occasion to celebrate our 5th Anniversary (Use ANNIVERSARY code for 10% until 30/09 on our e-shop).

We will host guided tasting sessions of our New Wines on Friday 29/09 - 6pm and Saturday 30/09 - 4pm at our offices in Johannesburg, along with self-tasting lineup and Bin-End deals.

Limited seating. R300 fee, refunded on purchase of min R2,000. Quicket Link in newsletter.

In celebration of International Pinot Noir day on 18/08, we have the pleasure to welcome one of Bourgogne's great vignerons - Domaine Bruno Clair!

Based in Marsannay, their craft with judicious oak and minimal intervention winemaking has propelled the family to the top league.

Our first consignment is in very limited quantities. Message us to discuss availability!

Alternatively, browse the rest of our Pinot Noir on - www.premiercru.co.za/shop

[AUGUST 2023 UPDATE] - Celebrating Women & Wine - https://mailchi.mp/premiercru/august2023update

Today we celebrate Women's day in SA - and August appropriately Women's month. One more occasion to recognize the dedication of strong and caring women to drive the evolution of Society, and more and more in the Wine world. At Premier Cru we've always embraced a fair representation of Women in Wine, with many of our selections graced by their touch.

Check our 'Women in Wine' on our e-shop and use the Code WOMEN for 15% discount.

As the temperatures drop again, our Winter Wine of the week is a comforting Grenache from Domaine de Cristia, one of our esteemed Chateauneuf-du-Pape producers.

Crafted from their younger vines (of only 35 years!), it is a lovely, aromatic and supple example of the beauty of their ranges. Ripe red fruits meet hints of fresh liquorice. The palate offers good volume, is rich and endowed with silky tannins.

A bestseller to suit the mood! Shop the deal on www.premiercru.co.za/shop

[JULY 2023 UPDATE] - Bastille Day & Q3 Selections - https://mailchi.mp/premiercru/july2023update

Today 14/07 we celebrate the French National Day, and on this occasion we would like to share a 10% discount valid on all French wines. An occasion to further stock up through these cold fronts!

Use Coupon Code BASTILLE2023 on www.premiercru.co.za/shop until 16/07.

Check our newsletter to review our Q3 portfolio update, and spotlight on revered Catena Zapata!

Congratulations to Bodega Catena Zapata voted number 1 for the World's Best Vineyards!

A well deserved recognition for Argentina's number One Family of wine, having championed Malbec since 1902 and producing floral and elegant styles owing to the higher altitudes.

A testimony to their dedication in getting the best out of the vineyards, a sensory experience hailed as Argentina's Grands Crus.

We look forward to sharing their delicious wines with our first consignment to arrive in September!

Our Winter Wine of the Week is Aetos Reserva Privada Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 from Maipo Valley, Chile

In this cold front, a great introduction to the fullness yet elegance of the wines from Maipo Valley. Loads of ripe black cherries and black currants are combined with touches of vanilla and toast, juicy, full bodied and well balanced with a nice grip that doesn’t overpower the texture.

Shop this deal on www.premiercru.co.za/shop

Wishing our American friends a happy Independence day / 4th of July!
Celebrate along with some fruit-forward, bold and smooth, pure wines coming from famed Napa Valley in California, elegant Washington state and fresh iron-rich Oregon!

Use coupon code JULY4 on our e-shop to enjoy a 15% discount on these wines - valid until July 9th!