The South African Pavilion is an Important Step Towards Normalization of Trade Between SA and Japan

"Her lips drink water but her heart drinks wine..."
E.E. Cummings
About Me
Hello wine lovers - welcome to my blog!
I'm Delaille Raubenheimer, also known as Lady Wineland. This is a space where I share new wine releases, reviews, experiences, recipes, pairings, podcast episodes, events and more!
So, who is Lady Wineland?
Here's the unabridged version of my wine journey (thus far)
Firstly, I'm a bit of a rebel...
I dropped out of studying MB,ChB to follow my true passion and pursue a career in wine.
I completed my BSc degree in Viticulture & Oenology at Stellenbosch University but missed my graduation ceremony...
I was on a plane en route to Mendoza, Argentina.
This was my FIRST international harvest experience!
After my time in Argentina, I explored wine regions all across the world working as a "Travelling Winemaker" in Napa, US; Marlborough, NZ; and Douro Valley, Portugal.
After completing a total of 8 harvests, I was curious to learn more about the sales and marketing side of the wine industry.
Somehow, I ended up in China!
My poor parents...
I was based in Guangzhou and worked as Brand Ambassador for a South African wine brand. At the age of 24, I attended Chengdu Food and Wine Fair, ProWine Shanghai and the Hong Kong International Wine and Spirits Fair.
Back on home soil, I took on the role as Sommelier at the prestigious Singita - Kruger National Park. Awarded #1 Safari Lodge in Africa and #9 in the “Top 100 Hotels in the World" - Travel & Leisure, 2020. Here, I worked with one of South Africa's largest and most comprehensive wine collections. Creating memorable wine experiences for high-profile guests from all across the world. Daily adventures included: Catching snakes in the wine cellar and having a wine tasting interrupted by a herd of elephants...
After living in the African bush for almost 2 years, I moved back to my beloved, Cape Winelands.
In the years that followed I gained experience in wine marketing and sales. Representing several wine brands in Israel, Zimbabwe, Namibia and Maldives.
Today, I am based in Cape Town, South Africa and work as the Senior Communications Manager for one of the world's leading wine-specialist marketing agencies (a UK-based company).
Awards
- WineLands Magazine - Top 30 under 30 | 2020 (first edition)
- Best Social Media Campaign 2022 - The Drinks Business Awards 2022















