As the festive season approaches and with summer in full swing, the Franschhoek Wine Valley is excited to announce the return of its annual sparkling highlight: the Capitec Franschhoek Cap Classique & Champagne Festival. Set for Saturday, November 30, and Sunday, December 1, 2024, this year’s event, in proud partnership with Capitec, promises to be […]
On 1 November 2024, Agbiz, in collaboration with South Africa Wine, hosted a successful Media Day at the picturesque Picardi Farm in Paarl. This event brought together industry leaders, stakeholders, and media representatives to discuss pressing issues, explore innovative solutions, and strengthen partnerships between the agricultural and wine sectors in South Africa. With a lineup […]
Canned wines are gaining popularity, particularly among younger consumers and outdoor enthusiasts, due to their convenience, single-serve portions, and eco-friendly appeal. Woolworths’s WCellar has responded to this trend by partnering with six prominent South African wine brands to offer a range of premium canned wines. The collection includes six varietals from renowned local estates: Diemersdal […]
Producers of South Africa’s top-selling cultivar make exceptional site-specific wines. In a closely contested challenge, the judging panel of the 2024 FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10 awarded no less than seven wards, six districts, and three regions. Out of the 160 wines entered by 91 producers, the 2023 vintage stood out with seven winners […]
Wesgro, the official Tourism, Trade, and Investment Promotion Agency for Cape Town and the Western Cape, is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 Best Of Wine Tourism and Wine Tourism Ambassador Awards. As the custodian of the Great Wine Capitals Global Network for the province’s wine regions, Wesgro continues to recognise the outstanding […]
The finalists for the Diners Club Winemaker and Young Winemaker of the Year awards have been announced. Six winemakers have been shortlisted to compete for the prestigious Winemaker of the Year award, and six will vie for the Young Winemaker of the Year title. Diners Club introduced the Winemaker of the Year Award to encourage […]
In die wynbedryf is daar min mense wat so ’n diep en blywende impak maak soos Cobus Germishuys. Hy is nie net ’n wynkenner nie, maar ook iemand wat elke persoon wat sy pad kruis, inspireer met sy lewenslus en energie. Sy lewe is ’n voorbeeld van hoe passie en oorgawe jou tot nuwe hoogtes […]
As Heritage Day approaches, South Africans are preparing to celebrate the rich tapestry of cultures and traditions that make up our nation. In the Western Cape, where the art of winemaking is deeply rooted in the region’s heritage, no celebration is complete without a glass of local wine. Whether enjoyed on its own, paired with […]
Vergelegen Wine Estate in Somerset West is making strategic investments in new Cabernet Sauvignon plantings, and experimenting with an alternative trellis system, as part of its ongoing commitment to expressing its unique terroir. This initiative also supports the renowned estate’s focus on sustainable viticulture. Six hectares of new Cabernet Sauvignon vineyards have been planted near […]
The inspiration behind Nederburg’s cache of double golds earned at the 2024 Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards can be found in the legacy of Günter Brözel (90), newly crowned Winemaking Legend in Tim Atkin MW’s 2024 South Africa Wine report. Commenting on Nederburg’s performance at Michelangelo that delivered four double gold and three gold medals, Samuel […]
