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Traditional Sabrage Experience - Cuvee 58
R 500.00
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Sabrage Experience
Experience the thrilling Sabrage experience at Benguela Cove—an exquisite delight for bubbly enthusiasts. Learn the art of sabering, expertly opening our signature Cap Classiques with a sabre. Master this technique firsthand. Book now for a unique experience including a sabre lesson and a bottle of our estate-produced Cap Classique.
Many Years of Celebrations
One of the most popular stories about the history of sabrage dates back to as early as the 1700s. One of the many mysterious legends states that the start of sabrage was originally attributed to Napoleon Bonaparte’s cavalry, who would celebrate military victories by taking their sword to the champagne bottle. Today, the dramatic and impressive art of sabrage lives on. We are offering this as a unique experience at the estate.
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The Sabrage Experience
Master the Ancient Art of the Saber
A 300-Year Tradition Meets Modern Celebration
Channel your inner cavalry officer and master the dramatic, 300-year-old art of opening Champagne with a saber. Feel the weight of tradition in your hands as you prepare to send the cork soaring in spectacular fashion—then toast your victory with premium Benguela Cove Cap Classique bubbles.
"The clash of steel on glass, the pop of the cork flying free, the cascade of golden bubbles—this is celebration at its most theatrical."
Your Sabrage Journey
1. The Introduction
Learn the fascinating history of sabrage, from Napoleonic cavalry officers to modern-day celebrations. Discover why this dramatic technique became the ultimate symbol of victory and festivity.
2. The Lesson
Our expert guide will teach you the precise technique—finding the bottle's seam, the perfect angle, the confident stroke. Safety first, showmanship second!
3. The Moment
With your own bottle of Benguela Cove Cap Classique, execute your sabrage. Feel the satisfying impact as the cork and collar fly free in one clean motion.
4. The Celebration
Toast your success! Share the victory bubbles with your companion and bask in the thrill of mastering this spectacular skill.
A Noble Tradition
The Art of Sabrage
Sabrage was born in the chaos and glory of the Napoleonic wars. French cavalry officers, fresh from battle and riding high on victory, would celebrate by opening Champagne bottles with their sabers—all without dismounting from their horses.
What began as battlefield bravado became a refined art form, symbolizing triumph, celebration, and the sheer joy of living boldly. The technique requires confidence and precision: a swift stroke along the bottle's seam, and physics does the rest—the pressure inside propels the cork and collar away in one dramatic motion.
Today, sabrage remains the most theatrical way to open a bottle of bubbly, turning every celebration into an unforgettable spectacle.
Choose Your Experience
Classic Sabrage
With Cuvée 58
R500 | 1-2 Guests
Our elegant Cuvée 58 MCC—crisp, refined, and perfect for your sabrage debut.
Premium Sabrage
With Joie De Vivre
R900 | 1-2 Guests
Elevate your experience with our prestige cuvée Joie De Vivre—exceptional quality for life's greatest celebrations.
What's Included
Bubbles to share and celebrate your accomplishment • Bragging rights for life
Expert Instruction
Learn sabrage history and technique from our experienced guides.
Your Own Bottle
Your own bottle of Benguela Cove Cap Classique to sabre.
Safety Equipment
All safety equipment and guidance provided.
The Thrill
The unforgettable thrill of the perfect sabre stroke.
Ready to Make Some Noise?
Speak with our tasting room team to schedule your Sabrage Experience. Perfect for celebrations, special occasions, or just because life deserves drama!
Pro Tip
Make It a Group Celebration
Multiple participants can take turns sabring their own bottles. Ask us about group packages!
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