What we’re drinking this week: Vilafonté Seriously Old Dirt

A red blend that’s perfect for celebrating Dad, weekends and the good moments in life, generally.
June 13, 2025
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Father’s Day is on Sunday – so if Seriously Old Dirt feels like a cheeky nod to Dad, that’s half the fun.

Our pick this week:

Vilafonté Seriously Old Dirt

R279.99, Woolworths

Why we love it:

This cabernet-led blend from Vilafonté is anything but dusty: think plush plum, black raspberry, a bit of mulberry swagger, all wrapped up in gentle spice and silky tannins. Smooth, elegant and ageing like … well, you know who.

Regular readers will know that we don’t need the excuse of a deal to buy this wine. That said, there is a good online WRewards special at Woolies right now. Buy six bottles and save 10%! (Online only, excluding Woolies Dash.)

Also, be sure to check out our recent quick-fire interview with the wine’s maker, Arlene Mains.

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Sarah Buitendach

With a sharp eye for design, Sarah has an unparalleled sense of shifting cultural, artistic and lifestyle sensibilities. As the former editor of Wanted magazine, founding editor of the Sunday Times Home Weekly, and many years in magazines, she is the heartbeat of Currency’s pleasure arm.

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