Winter has truly settled upon the Klein Karoo. In the vineyards and cellar, activities have shifted into a lower gear as the 2026 vintage lays quiet, slowly evolving in the barrels and tanks. As many of you know, severe early winter weather has recently impacted large areas of the Western Cape. While we are accustomed […]
If you’ve heard about the rockfall on the R328 and are wondering whether you can still visit Karusa or the Cango Caves – here’s the latest, honest update. Where Is the Rockfall? The rockfall is located in the hills before Wilgewandel Holiday Farm, on the R328 en route to the Cango Caves. This means the
A Note from the cellar: 2026 / Harvest reflection & winter warmer Dear Friends and Wine Lovers, As autumn settles over the Cango Valley, the energy here at Karusa shifts. The frenetic rush of harvest has given way to something quieter—but no less vital. Our 2026 vintage is resting in barrel and tank, and we’re
The 2026 harvest season has arrived at Karusa, bringing with it the unique challenges that only the Klein Karoo climate can provide. After a notably dry 2025 winter followed by an unusually humid start to February, our winemaking team has been working around the clock to ensure the quality of this year’s vintage. Balancing Quality
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Hello Karusa Friends, Jacques Conradie here, winemaker/brewer/pizzamaker & head bottle washer for Karusa – as we prepare to launch our biggest Black Friday promotions ever, I wanted to share a personal note with you.
