Vusi Dalicuba, the talented winemaker at Vergenoegd Löw Estate, is basking in the glow of his recent accolade. He secured the coveted VinLog Merlot Trophy at the prestigious 2024 Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards for his 2022 Vergenoegd Löw Amalie Merlot. This wine also achieved a remarkable score of 90 points in the 2024 […]
It’s time to block out the diary for one of the South African winelands’ biggest events of the year, and to book tickets for the early bird discount! Wine Town Stellenbosch is the annual seven-day celebration of wine and wineland living that takes place from 29 July to 4 August. The highlight of the event […]
On 23 May 2024, the South African wine industry marked a significant milestone at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). Celebrating 30 years of democracy and transformation, industry leaders, stakeholders, and media gathered to discuss and strategize the future of South African wine. The summit, under the theme “Focus, Believe, Implement,” resonated with a […]
The inaugural Winelands Autumn Expo, scheduled for 24 – 25 May, 2024, in Worcester, Cape Winelands District, offers a unique celebration of the region’s diverse offerings. Spanning 23,000 km², the district is known for its rich agricultural heritage, pristine mountains, unique fauna and flora, and endless blue skies, making it a picturesque setting for the […]
The 8th Annual Wine Tourism Conference, scheduled for 30 May 2024, presents an impressive lineup of international and local speakers tackling “The Business Case for Wine Tourism.” Set in the scenic Stellenbosch at Lanzerac, the event is designed to underscore the expanding of wine tourism, evidenced by significant increases in international tourist arrivals and heightened […]
Food production accounts for a significant portion of global greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to a quarter of the world’s total. This impact is due to various factors including farming practices, food processing, fisheries, and crop production. Consequently, the choices we make in food consumption directly influence climate change through the carbon emissions associated with ingredient […]
In the orchards of Ceres and the EGVV area, situated within the heart of South Africa’s fruit belt, Tru-Cape’s pome (apple and pear) producers are grappling with the aftermath of a fierce weekend storm. Gale-force winds and persistent rains have prompted an urgent assessment of damages, though initial reports suggest that these areas may have […]
Fierce winds reaching speeds of up to 110 kilometres per hour wreaked havoc at the Port of Cape Town over the weekend, significantly disrupting operations. The severe storm conditions forced the automatic shutdown of ship-to-shore (STS) cranes, essential for container movement, when one unit registered wind speeds of approximately 60 knots. This led to a […]
South Africa Wine, the South African Grape and Wine Research Institute (SAGWRI), Stellenbosch University, and the Chenin Blanc Association of South Africa (CBA) are launching a pioneering initiative to advance the prominence and economic viability of South African Chenin Blanc. Titled Premiumisation and Value Growth of South African Chenin Blanc Wine, this collaborative effort, spearheaded […]
Die spreekwoord lui “When your legs get tired, cycle with your heart”, en twee dapper manne, Martin Cilliers en Jaco Swanepoel, gaan dit letterlik en figuurlik ten doel stel. In die uitdagende 8-daelange Absa Cape Epic 2024 fietstoer, gaan hulle alles gee om fondse in te samel ten bate van KANSA (Kanker Assosiasie van Suid-Afrika). […]