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Wine

Stellenbosch Wine Routes Marks 55 Years of Viticultural Leadership

When South Africa’s foundational Wine of Origin (WO) legislation was formally established, it formalized what local producers already knew: the unique intersection of decomposed granite soils, shale-rich mountain slopes,...

Swartland Marks 40 Years of Agricultural Innovation

The Swartland Wine & Olive Route is celebrating a remarkable milestone in 2026 as...

Benguela Cove Refreshes Wine Labels and Highlights Estate Olive Oil

A Walker Bay estate refreshes its most familiar wines and points visitors toward something...

20 Years of Taste: FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10 Entries Open

South Africa’s favourite crisp, refreshing cultivar is stepping into the spotlight once again. Entries...

SA Wine Summit 2026: Navigating the Cycle of Extremes and Economic Headwinds

The South Africa Wine Summit convened at Endler Hall in Stellenbosch on 28 May...

2026 Wine Harvest and Economic Pressures Take Center Stage at Upcoming South Africa Wine Summit

As South African wine producers navigate increasingly volatile climate patterns and complex global trade environments, the upcoming South Africa Wine Summit is set to...

Robertson Valley Rallies as Van Loveren Navigates Record Flood Recovery

The Robertson Valley is beginning a long road to recovery following a catastrophic weather event that saw floodwaters surge past the region’s 100-year flood...

Context is King: 2026 Summit to Address Economic and Climatic Pressures on SA Wine

The South African wine industry is preparing to gather at the Stellenbosch University Conservatory on 28 May 2026 for a pivotal exploration of the...

Quality Meets Resilience: SA Wine’s 2026 Strategic Pivot

The South African wine industry enters the second quarter of 2026 at a critical juncture. As global markets shift toward value and selectivity, the...

Swartland at 40: From Bulk Wines to World-Class Brilliance in South Africa’s Olive & Wine Heartland

There is a specific magic that happens when you cross the Bothmanskloof Pass into the Riebeek Valley. The air feels crisper, the light softens...

The May 1st Reset: Why the CAEPA Deal is a Competitive Game-Changer for SA

For years, South African producers have eyed the massive Chinese market with a mix of ambition and frustration. While "Least Developed Countries" (LDCs) in...

China Deal Signals Opportunity, But Work Remains for South Africa Wine Exports

South Africa’s wine industry has welcomed two recent trade developments that could shape export prospects over the medium to long term, while warning that...

Van Loveren Family Vineyards Honoured for Visionary Leadership in Agriculture

The Retief family of Van Loveren Family Vineyards (VLFV) has been awarded the 1659 Award for Visionary Leadership, recognising its long-standing contribution to economic...

Growing Smarter: A Strategic Blueprint for the 2026 South African Wine Industry

The South African wine industry is currently navigating a critical "crossroad," defined by a complex mix of declining hectares and rising production performance. At...

SA Wine Industry Enters 2026 With Clear Priorities and a Focus on Execution

After a challenging 2025 marked by tariff pressures, logistics constraints, climate risks and softer global demand, the South African wine and brandy industry enters...