In 1691, the Farm Laborie was granted to French Huguenot, Isaac Taillefert. Already the owner of the neighbouring Picardie, Taillefert placed Laborie in his son Jean’s name. Together, they set about clearing the bush and planting vines, and within seven years, were producing a drinkable wine. In fact, it was the opinion of a Frenchman, Leguat, who visited the Cape in 1698, that their wine was “the best in the colony and similar to our small wines of Champagne”.
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From time to time, you hear about those brave, awe-inspiring, or insane (depending on your opinion) individuals who embark on a bicycle journey from Cape Town to Cairo.
You may have seen videos of these intrepid travellers who aim to conquer mind over matter to complete one of the most challenging journeys on the planet.
There are those adventurers who are up for the challenge and those who are perfectly happy to watch a travel documentary from the comfort of their own home.
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