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Wine

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 against the Kasteelberg, and you...

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...

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...

Van Loveren Family Vineyards Honoured for Visionary Leadership in Agriculture

The Retief family of Van Loveren Family Vineyards (VLFV) has been awarded the 1659...

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...

Wine Town Stellenbosch Returns with South Africa’s Premier Wine Festival

South Africa’s biggest lifestyle celebration of wine returns to Stellenbosch from July 26 to August 3, with limited tickets and a discount on online...

Farewell to a Wine Pioneer: Dawid Saayman’s Legacy Rooted Deep in South African Soil

It is with sadness that the South African wine industry mourns the passing of Dawid Saayman, a true legend whose pioneering work in soil...

Calling All Winemakers: Entries Open for FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10

Entries are now open for the 19th edition of the FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10 – South Africa’s only competition dedicated exclusively to...

Land Bank Launches Pioneering Wine and Spirits Fund to Drive Transformation in South Africa’s Beverage Sector

Land Bank’s Wine and Spirits Fund is a ground breaking partnership to drive transformation in South Africa’s wines and spirits sector. South Africa is currently...

SA Wine Tourism Shines: Inspired Path Wins Gold for Kanu Wines Film

In a moment of well-deserved recognition, South Africa’s Pieter Muller of Inspired Path Video Productions — in association with The Newspaper — has been...

Allesverloren Reinvents for the Future, Rooted in Six Generations of Swartland Soil

Allesverloren is entering a new chapter - one shaped by a fresh look, a renewed focus on terroir, and the spirit of a family...

Benguela Cove Blends Coastal Terroir with Winter Tourism to Elevate Wine Estate Experience

As a gentle chill settles over the Cape, Benguela Cove Wine Estate offers more than just a respite from the cool air; it presents...

Century of Pinotage Celebrated with Gold: A Proud Milestone for SA Viticulture

The Cape Mint™, Sub-Saharan Africa’s oldest private mint, in collaboration with the Pinotage Association, held an event during which centenarian Madame May-Eliane de Lencquesaing...

Kobie Lochner Steps In as Historic Wines CEO

Historic Wines of the Cape, the managerial company of acclaimed wine brands, La Motte Wine Estate and Leopard’s Leap Wines, is pleased to announce...

Cattle in the Vines: New Research Could Reshape South African Wine Farming

As the South African wine industry gathers today, 22 May 2025, in Stellenbosch for the South Africa Wine Summit, a bold research initiative is...