We are so excited to celebrate our wedding on April 26th, 2025, at The Sadie Family Wines in South Africa! It would mean the world to us if you could join in this special moment. We are eternally grateful for the love and support we've received from our friends and family throughout this journey—we couldn’t be more thankful. We know some of you will travel far to be with us, and that is more than enough. If you can’t make it to South Africa, don’t worry, we will also have a celebration in Napa Valley to share our joy with you!

For those planning to attend, we’ve got you covered—check out our Travel Tips page for helpful advice. More details to follow soon, but for now, save the date and get ready to celebrate with us!

It all started in my hometown of Saint Helena, California, when Markus was an intern at Turley Vineyards. One late September evening at Ana’s Cantina, I was out with my sister and friends when a loud group of South Africans walked in. From the moment Markus and I met (I had to offer him a beer to break the silence), I was captivated by his passion for life and curious to learn more about his world. He admired my love for wine, my curiosity, and the friendship that quickly blossomed between us.

With my dad’s blessing, Markus and I began our journey together. Markus was eager to show me his world, and before long, I found myself falling for not just him but everything he represented. A trip to South Africa to meet his family deepened our bond, and soon after, we began exploring the world together—traveling to different countries, discovering wines and wine regions, and learning more about each other along the way. It wasn’t always easy, but it was in those moments that we grew closer and realized how much we enjoyed figuring out life together.

In a perfect full circle, Markus asked my dad for his blessing once again before proposing to me at my family’s vineyard. Now, with our beloved Chocolate Lab, Míjo, by our side, we’ve made our home in South Africa. We’re also looking forward to spending time in Saint Helena, where it all began, as we embark on the next chapter of our lives together.

What time should we arrive the day of the ceremony & where do we park?

Please arrive no later than 13:00.

We will have a team to help direct you for parking. Just enter the main entrance gate of the property next to Lammershoek winery.

The winery is located off a dirt road, so add 5 minutes to your ETA. Please do not drive any faster than 80k/h. Any turns, please watch the road ahead for upcoming drivers and take the inside of the curve.

Can only make either the Ceremony or After Party?

No problem, just let us know in the RSVP section :)

Is there any transportation to/from the winery?

Unfortunately not since everyone is coming from different locations. Driving services like Uber are very scarce in the area, so we recommend finding a private driver. If you need some help coordinating a ride, please reach out to us.

We want everyone to get to and back home safely. Do not drink and drive!

I would like to give a toast, can I be included?

Yes! Please email to let us know