A monthly box with still wine and sparkle in one place
The Wine and Bubbly Box is built for people who enjoy variety. Each month you receive a mixed celebration box with still wines and sparkling drinks chosen from South African cellars, so you can pour something new without having to plan a whole outing or shop around town. It is the sort of box that works well in Franschhoek, as much as it does in a flat in Cape Town, a townhouse in Pretoria or a family home in Durban.
The selection changes from month to month, but the idea stays the same: one box, a range of styles, and a proper local feel. You may find a crisp white, a lighter red, a Rosé style, and sparkling favourites in the same delivery. That mix makes it useful for households with different tastes, and it also helps when you are hosting friends who do not all want the same thing.
Because it is a subscription product, the box is meant to keep things interesting over time. There is no need to commit to a single bottle style for weeks on end. Instead you get a regular rotation that can include familiar favourites and lesser-known bottles, depending on the month and the tasting notes selected by the team.
Sizes and box options for different households and events
The Wine and Bubbly Box is available in practical sizes that suit couples, small groups and gifting. Most customers choose a standard box for home use, while larger orders are often used for birthdays, engagement evenings, corporate thank-you gifts or a weekend away with friends. If you are planning around load-shedding, a dinner at home or a braai, the mixed format gives you enough choice without needing a full cellar in the kitchen.
- Classic box: A balanced mixed selection for regular monthly enjoyment.
- Celebration box: A larger format for shared tastings, gifting or entertaining.
- Private tasting box: A curated mix for guided tastings and group events.
For homes in coastal areas like Durban or Somerset West, the mixed format is handy because you can cool the sparkling bottles and keep the still wines for later in the week. In drier inland areas, the same box suits casual evenings and planned tastings. If you are buying for a couple, a family, or a small office team, the size can be matched to how often you open a bottle, and how many people usually join in.
Where the box suits best: home, gifting and hosted tasting nights
This product suits people who enjoy wine at home but also like a reason to gather. It works for private dining rooms, guest houses, holiday homes and special occasions where you want something local and easy to share. The sparkling element makes it especially useful for anniversaries, birthday dinners, bridal showers and engagement bubbly evenings, while the still wines give the box enough balance for a full meal.
It also pairs well with Ching Ching Cellar tasting evenings in Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Johannesburg and Durban. Some members use the box as a follow-up to an event, while others order it for a team building session, a virtual group tasting or a food pairing dinner. The mixed selection means it can work with cheese, seafood, roast chicken, grilled vegetables and lighter dishes that do not need a heavy wine.
- Home entertaining and family dinners
- Gifts for birthdays, weddings and thank-yous
- Corporate hosting and client evenings
- Club pop-up events and group tastings
Because the box celebrates South African wines and sparkling favourites, it also suits customers who want to support local makers and keep their drinks choices grounded in South African taste and place.
How it is delivered and what you need at home
There is no installation needed for the Wine and Bubbly Box. It is delivered as a ready-to-enjoy monthly box, packed for safe transit and simple storage. You do not need any gas connection, special fittings or power supply to use the product itself. The only practical need is a cool, dry place at home or at your venue where the bottles can rest until you are ready to open them.
If you are ordering for a venue, a guest house or an office, make sure there is secure receiving space and someone available to take delivery. For apartment blocks, estate complexes and commercial buildings, it helps to check the delivery access rules in advance, especially where security counters, loading bays or limited lift access are involved. In coastal towns, avoid leaving the box in direct heat near a sunny window or in a car for too long.
For tastings, all you need beyond the box is glassware, water, a bucket for chilled sparkling bottles if required, and a table or counter with enough room for pouring. If you are planning a larger event, it is worth arranging fridge space ahead of time because South African summers can run hot and a warm sparkling bottle is never ideal, even if the evening is going well.
Care, storage and how to keep each bottle in good condition
The box itself is straightforward to look after. Keep it dry, store it flat or upright as advised for the individual bottles, and avoid placing it next to an oven, braai area or strong sunlight. Sparkling bottles should stay chilled before service, while still wines can be brought to room temperature or lightly cooled depending on the style. If you are in a humid coastal area, check the packaging when it arrives and move the contents inside promptly.
There is no mechanical servicing required, but the contents do benefit from sensible handling. Do not shake sparkling bottles during transport, and do not leave the box in a hot boot for long periods. If you are hosting outdoors in summer, keep the wines shaded and replenish ice or freezer blocks where needed. That small bit of care helps the bottles arrive and taste as intended, instead of tasting flat or tired.
For members who collect each month’s box and keep it for a later tasting, it is useful to note the month received and the intended drinking order. Some customers enjoy opening the sparkling bottle first, then moving through the still wines with food. That simple rhythm tends to work well for a relaxed evening and makes the box feel like a proper occasion rather than just another delivery.
What to check before you place an order
Before ordering, check the number of bottles you want, the delivery area and whether the box is for personal use, gifting or a planned event. If you are sending it to a friend in Stellenbosch, Paarl, Constantia or Johannesburg, confirm that the address is correct and that someone can receive the parcel. For offices, make sure the reception team knows it is coming so it does not get put aside with ordinary post.
- Confirm the box size and whether you want a smaller or larger mixed selection
- Check delivery timing for your suburb or town
- Make sure you have fridge space if the box includes bubbly for a same-day event
- Let the team know if the order is for a gift, tasting or special date
- Review any tasting notes or pairing guidance included with the month’s selection
If you are ordering for a private event, it is also worth checking the guest count and the type of food being served. A mixed box is flexible, but the best results come when the order matches the occasion. If you are unsure, the enquiry form on the contact page is the easiest way to ask for guidance before you commit.
Key facts
| Product type | Monthly mixed wine and bubbly subscription box |
|---|---|
| Contents | Still wines and sparkling favourites, selection changes monthly |
| Box sizes | Classic box and larger celebration formats available |
| Delivery area | Across South Africa, including major metros and towns |
| Storage | Cool, dry place; chill sparkling bottles before serving |
| Power or gas needed | None required |
