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Vin de Constance - 2017 bottle
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Vin de Constance: A 300-year-old luxury wine experience

Invention
Wine

Is this the oldest South African invention?

Wine tourism
Wine

SA wine tourism industry encouraged by growth of visitors to the Cape

Vin de Constance - 2017 bottle
Wine

Vin de Constance: A 300-year-old luxury wine experience

Invention
Wine

Is this the oldest South African invention?

Wine tourism
Wine

SA wine tourism industry encouraged by growth of visitors to the Cape

South African wines
Wine

These EIGHT South African wines are going down a treat in the UK…

By Tom Head16-09-2022 14:00

South Africa’s export industry is bouncing back after the pandemic – and these local wines are now flying the flag overseas.

Ukraine Wine
Food & Wine

LifeWINE? Industry rallies together to help the people of Ukraine

By Natasha Skoryk16-03-2022 14:59

Top winemakers from around the world have united for a charity auction to help the people of Ukraine. Here’s how you can get involved.

WATCH: ‘I’ll Bring the Wine’ t
Wine

WATCH: ‘I’ll Bring the Wine’ to explore SA cuisine like you’ve never seen

By Erene Roux24-11-2021 12:32

‘I’ll Bring The Wine’ is a brand new five-part series hosted by the acclaimed South African food writer and restaurateur, Karen Dudley.

wine bottle r1 million
Wine

A R1 million bottle of wine? Cape blend sells for record price!

By Tom Head15-09-2021 15:59

Oh, you better believe it: One wealthy wine enthusiast has just spent nearly R1 million on this bottle – but what makes it so expensive?

Ernie Els Wines
Wine

Ernie Els Wines takes a swing with new and improved winery

By Pauline Torongo06-09-2021 10:03

The Big Easy: From the world-renowned Helderberg region of Stellenbosch comes an award-winning range of wines named after South African golf legend Ernie Els and skillfully crafted by winemaking legend Louis Strydom.

Wine Stellenbosch Grand Constance
Wine

This bottle of wine just sold for R420 000 in Stellenbosch – here’s why…

By Tom Head24-05-2021 14:54

It just had to be Stellenbosch! Imagine checking your bank account after a night out, just to see you dropped about HALF-A-MILLION RAND on a bottle of wine.

Matthew Day Klein Constantia
Wine

More Pink Floyd than Purcell: Klein Constantia’s Matt Day makes grapes sing

By Jason Curtis16-04-2021 20:35

Klein Constantia Wine Estate is steeped in a legacy that goes back to 1685. Fast-forward 336 years and what keeps the estate’s wine award-winning is a young winemaker, Matthew Day, who’s more Pink Floyd in his winemaking than he is Purcell.

Die-Heuwels-Fantasties
Entertainment

Heuwels Fantasties to launch own wine range at Nooitgedacht concert

By Skyler Hendricks16-04-2021 19:43

Die Heuwels Fantasties’ live picnic-style concert at Nooitgedacht Estate on 18 April will also mark the launch of the band’s own wine range,

Tokara sauvignon blanc
Wine

Best sauvignon blanc: Tokara toasts historic win on world stage

By The South African06-04-2021 13:31

Tokara Sauvignon Blanc has claimed its rightful place on the world stage as overall winner of the 12th Concours Mondial du Sauvignon, in Brussels.

Wine
Wine

SA retail group’s exclusive new wine range to help struggling winemakers

By Mia Russell24-03-2021 14:25

Shoprite and Checkers are introducing a quirky new wine range to give the country’s struggling wine industry a welcome boost.

Creation wine estate
Wine

‘Late but great’: Six Cape wine fundis give their verdict on the 2021 harvest

By Charles Withington16-03-2021 18:07

The 2021 harvest is generally being regarded as a really good one. Six leading Cape wine personalities share their impressions.

Klein Constantia constant: Her
Wine

Klein Constantia constant: Here’s where to find Napoleon’s beloved wine

By Louise Liebenberg16-03-2021 14:06

Now that South Africans can enjoy wine tastings again, no visit to the Cape would be complete without calling at historic Klein Constantia.

Of wine and weeds: How Hemel e
Wine

Of wine and weeds: How Hemel en Aarde achieved winemaking success

By AFP09-03-2021 19:10

It’s not called Hemel en Aarde for nothing. This fertile valley nestled between arid mountains and cool ocean is a winemaking paradise.

Boela Gerber Groot Constantia
Wine

Meet Boela Gerber, the master behind the world’s best Sauvignon Blanc

By Jason Curtis06-03-2021 11:00

Winemaking is a craft some succeed in but few truly excel in. Groot Constantia’s Boela Gerber falls squarely into the latter category.

wine stars
Wine

Out-of-this-world wine back in Bordeaux after space station trip

By AFP04-02-2021 12:27

Twelve bottles of wine and dozens of vine shoots are finally back home in southwest France after months on the International Space Station for an unusual astrochemistry experiment.

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Wine

Barrel of blues: South Africa’s wine industry reels from alcohol bans

By AFP03-02-2021 15:01

The wine sector has now lost more than R8-billion in direct sales, threatening the livelihoods of 27,000 people

Wine glasses
Wine

Best deals: Buy wine online to enjoy after the liquor ban

By Mia Russell29-01-2021 11:50

Those who are missing their wine amid the continued liquor ban can check out these tempting deals. That way they’ll have something in their glasses to toast with once the ban is lifted.

harvest Western Cape
Wine

A fine harvest, yes… but wine industry is left high and dry

By Charles Withington24-01-2021 11:29

The harvest is usually a time of joy and elation in the Cape Winelands. But not this time, as the troubled industry continues to suffer as a result of the liquor ban and other lingering issues.

Space
Wine

Intergalactic grapes: Bottles of Bordeaux come back from space

By Mia Russell18-01-2021 14:11

A special cargo of wine has made its way home all the way from the International Space Station.

no wine
Wine

Wine industry doldrums: Millions of litres in stock, but no-one to buy

By Mia Russell11-01-2021 16:27

Industry body Vinpro says ‘enough is enough’ with newest alcohol ban.

wine glasses
Wine

Release your inner wine snob: Choosing the right glasses

By Mia Russell24-12-2020 15:09

The correctly shaped glass will make all the difference in your enjoyment of a wine.

Taste the adventure: Take a hi
Wine

Taste the adventure: Take a hike and sip on some fine wine at these farms

By Mia Russell18-12-2020 14:55

Head into the hills for hike followed by tasting some of the Cape’s finest wines on these fantastic hiking-and-wine-tasting experiences.

Delaire Graff
Wine

Delaire Graff: The aspiration, inspiration and destination

By Charles Withington14-12-2020 16:52

Delaire Graff Estate was named as the finest vineyard experience across the African continent by the 2020 World’s Best Vineyards. The South African takes a ‘wine-perspective’ glimpse at this ‘Jewel of the Cape Winelands’.

red wine glass
Wine

Glass a day keeps the doc away: Wines to boost your immunity

By Mia Russell14-12-2020 16:45

Studies show red wine has clear health benefits but always in moderation, of course.

Olga Hafner Meridian Wine Merchants
Wine

Let’s drink to that: Festive season wine for every occasion

By Louise Liebenberg10-12-2020 10:03

Wine rack empty and holiday engagements looming? Relax, we’ve got you covered.

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