Johan's at Longridge

On a visit to Cape Town this weekend, we went to Johan's at Longridge (between Somerwet West and Stellenbosch)   It was a beautiful winters day and on our arrival at 12 o'clock, we where welcomed by Chris (Restaurant manager) and Janine, who seated us on the stoep, from where we could see Table Mountain.  Stunning views!

The Brut MCC 2008 (Chardonnay, Pinot Noir) was just the right thing to start off the day!

Our starter was a green salad with homemade cheese and all ingredients in the salad from there own garden.

The Chenin Blanc 2009 was a perfect pairing with the pork served on black beans.

Longridge Chardonnay 2008 (Top 100 wine in South Africa 2011) was served with the Stompnose on Fennel rice.  I remember having Stompnose as a child, when my dad use to fish, this was a trip down memory lane. Only difference, this time the Stompnose was perfectly cooked to my taste (maybe I could only appreciate it more now) and I could have wine with it! 

The Longridge Pinotage (ABSA top 10 Pinotage) was paired with the venison (Kudu) on a bed of spinach, served with fennel rice and special green beans from the garden and caramelized kumquats!  Amaizing!!  We couldn't help trying the Shiraz and Cab Franc with this too.

If you need a break, want to enjoy excellent food and wine, go to Longridge, take friends, take the family, go on your own... You'll enjoy it!  It's a Winery and Restaurant well worth visiting!