Upcoming Events
April & May 2025
From April 29th – May 7th, Culture Wine Co. is hosting Ali Verburg of Luddite Wines and Bernhard Bredell of Scions of Sinai Wines for an exciting series of events across Northern California—including our very own Hella Chenin Wine Fest!
These are unique opportunities to taste South Africa’s most exciting wines, meet the winemakers, and experience something truly special. Check out the full itinerary below for ticket links, RSVPs, and details!
Meet the Winemakers
Ali Verburg – Luddite Wines
Nestled in Bot River, Luddite Wines is a family-run producer renowned for Chenin Blanc and Syrah. Ali, daughter of founders Niels and Penny Verburg, has made wine around the world—from Sicily to Michigan—and is now shaping Luddite’s future with fresh energy and global expertise.
Bernhard Bredell – Scions of Sinai
A regenerative farmer and seventh-generation winemaker, Bernhard is redefining Helderberg’s terroir. His wines—from old bush vine Chenin Blanc and Cinsault to Pinotage and Syrah—capture the soul of dry-farmed vineyards just 1.5 miles from False Bay.
Tuesday, April 29th
20 Spot, San Francisco
Enjoy a flight of incredible South African wines at 20 Spot, one of San Francisco’s coziest wine bars.
Time of Event: 5pm- 8pm
RSVP LINK: NO RESERVATIONS NECESSARY
Wednesday, April 30th
Vintage Berkeley Vine St.
Meet the makers and taste a selection of exceptional South African wines on the patio at Vintage Berkeley. Craig Haarmeyer of Haarmeyer Wines will be in the house, too!
Time of Event: 5pm- 7pm
RSVP LINK: NO RESERVATIONS NECESSARY
Thursday, May 1st
Ever After Wines, Sac.
A specially curated flight featuring top South African wines at Ever After Wines in Healdsburg.
Time of Event: 5pm- 8pm
RSVP LINK: NO RESERVATIONS NECESSARY
Friday, May 2nd
Best Friends, Albany
Explore the depth and diversity of South African wines with a dedicated tasting at Best Friends.
Time of Event: 5pm- 7pm
RSVP LINK: NO RESERVATIONS NECESSARY
Saturday, May 3rd
Hella Chenin Wine Fest
The ultimate Chenin Blanc celebration! Join us at Hella Chenin for a day of tastings, talks, and community.
Time of Event: 5pm- 7pm
RSVP LINK: TICKETS ESSENTIAL, FIND THEM HERE
Monday, May 5th
Compline, Napa
Experience a lineup of incredible South African wines at Napa’s beloved Compline Wine Bar.
Time of Event: 6:30pm-8pm
RSVP LINK: RESERVATIONS REQUIRED, FIND THEM HERE
Tuesday, May 6th
Greens, San Francisco
A thoughtfully paired multi-course dinner at Greens featuring standout South African wines.
Time of Event: 6pm Start time
RSVP LINK: RESERVATIONS REQUIRED, FIND THEM HERE
Wednesday, May 7th
Gigi’s Wine Lounge, SF
Wrap up this amazing lineup with a final South African wine flight at Gigi’s.
Time of Event: 5pm- 8pm
RSVP LINK: NO RESERVATIONS NECESSARY
