The Story⚡
In the sun-kissed vineyards of South Africa’s Cape Winelands, a silver-spoon heir swaps his luxury life for a borrowed ordinary one, only to discover that the sweetest vintage brews from honest sips of the heart.
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Love and Wine, a 2025 South African romantic comedy directed by Amanda Lane, unfolds as a gentle exploration of class divides and budding affection. The story centers on Ovee Sityebi (Ntobeko Sishi), the privileged son of a prominent winemaking family. Eager to secure his place in the family business on merit alone, Ovee enlists his loyal childhood friend and driver, Nathi (Thandolwethu Zondi), in a bold scheme: they trade identities.
Posing as a regular employee, Ovee attends a company festival and crosses paths with Amahle (Masali Baduza), a dedicated medical student from a modest background. What begins as a test of his appeal without wealth evolves into a genuine connection, complicated by the lie that binds them.
As Ovee navigates Amahle’s world of late-night studies and simple joys, Nathi steps into Ovee’s shoes at the winery, where he forms an unexpected bond with Lena (Thando Thabethe), the sharp-minded estate manager. The deception unravels through a series of mishaps—awkward family encounters, vineyard mishaps, and revelations about personal ambitions—highlighting themes of authenticity and mutual respect.
The ensemble rounds out with strong supporting turns: Bongile Mantsai as Ovee’s steadfast father, Owethu Sityebi Sr., alongside Desmond Dube, Thembsie Matu, and rising talent Rorisang Mohapi, who add layers of familial warmth and workplace tension.
Lane crafts a runtime of 1 hour and 49 minutes that balances light humor with quiet emotional depth. Produced by Quizzical Pictures, the film adapts the 2019 Brazilian comedy Ricos de Amor, infusing it with local flavors: rolling Stellenbosch hills, cultural nods to ubuntu, and a soundtrack blending Afro-soul with folk tunes. Shot on location in the Western Cape, it captures the region’s golden light and earthy textures, making every frame feel lived-in.
The movie arrived on Netflix on December 5, 2025, and is available now for streaming.
In Summary
Stream Love and Wine on Netflix this December, pair it with a glass from your own corner of the world, and let Ovee’s journey remind you that the best stories, like fine wine, reveal themselves over time as you enjoy Detty December.
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