Restaurateur Shayne Holt is a man who is seriously passionate about wine. From the quirky left of centre natural creations of our SA young guns to those from the hallowed estates of Bordeaux, Holt loves them all, and luckily for us, he’s keen on sharing his veritable collection of vino through his two new projects, Mr Pants and Flor.
Mr Pants
Coined as the smallest wine bar in SA, Mr Pants is all about international wine. Poured using the Coravin wine preservation system, the offering traverses the globe and includes everything from fine Burgundy and Chateauneuf-du-Pape to the more obscure likes of aged Austrian Grüner Veltliner and of course celebrated SA greats such as the wines of Eben Sadie, Duncan Savage and Hannes Storm. It’s a wine lovers wonderland as — in addition to the bounty of fine and rare wines — the real hook is that they are, for the most part, all available by the glass allowing patrons to really explore the wines on offer. In addition to the extensive libation list is a stunning snack menu perfectly suited to enjoy with your chosen glass (or glasses), including beautiful burrata, Spanish sardines and Jamon Iberico — all served with crunchy sourdough of course.
Address: Shop 7 Delta Central, 74 Hillcrest Ave, Blairgowrie, Randburg, 2194
For the love of fine wine
These hole-in-the-wall wine bars are giving Jozi a taste of fine wine from SA and abroad
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Restaurateur Shayne Holt is a man who is seriously passionate about wine. From the quirky left of centre natural creations of our SA young guns to those from the hallowed estates of Bordeaux, Holt loves them all, and luckily for us, he’s keen on sharing his veritable collection of vino through his two new projects, Mr Pants and Flor.
Mr Pants
Coined as the smallest wine bar in SA, Mr Pants is all about international wine. Poured using the Coravin wine preservation system, the offering traverses the globe and includes everything from fine Burgundy and Chateauneuf-du-Pape to the more obscure likes of aged Austrian Grüner Veltliner and of course celebrated SA greats such as the wines of Eben Sadie, Duncan Savage and Hannes Storm. It’s a wine lovers wonderland as — in addition to the bounty of fine and rare wines — the real hook is that they are, for the most part, all available by the glass allowing patrons to really explore the wines on offer. In addition to the extensive libation list is a stunning snack menu perfectly suited to enjoy with your chosen glass (or glasses), including beautiful burrata, Spanish sardines and Jamon Iberico — all served with crunchy sourdough of course.
Address: Shop 7 Delta Central, 74 Hillcrest Ave, Blairgowrie, Randburg, 2194
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Flor
The most recent addition to Holt’s portfolio — having opened its doors last Thursday — takes shape in the form of Flor, which now sits side-by-side within his acclaimed Neapolitan style pizzeria “Coalition” in Rosebank. Perhaps fittingly considering its culinary neighbour, the focus here is on Italian wines with a touch of SA too. The selection — all available by the glass — runs the gambit from Piemonte down to Puglia and everything in between. Glasses can be ordered using region and varietal as a reference — no fancy names or vintages — ensuring that there’s likely to be something new and exciting on every visit. Looking towards the food, Coalition's full menu is on offer- pizza and prosecco anyone? — as well as a small snacks menu too. The perfect place to enjoy a small slice and sip of Italy in Joburg!
Address: 2 Bolton Rd, Parkwood, Randburg, 2193
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