
The worth of intention in driving premium for wine regions
When talking about premiumising a region’s wines, the answer might seem simple. If it’s a question of value, why not merely increase the price tag?

When talking about premiumising a region’s wines, the answer might seem simple. If it’s a question of value, why not merely increase the price tag?

De-centralised festival features outstanding once-off tasting experiences 3-7 November From bow ties to braaibroodjies, Wine Town Stellenbosch is an all-new de-centralised wine festival that brings

Contemporary South African winemaking celebrates the normalisation of women in high-profile winemaking roles. Thanks to female pioneers who led the way for others to follow,

For the past 14 years, Johan has been an integral member of the Spier winemaking team as an acclaimed red winemaker. He succeeds his mentor

Bask in the warm winter sunshine while taking in the views of the Stellenbosch valley.Unwind with a picnic at the scenic Jordan Wine Estate at

This winter, Spier Wine Farm is hosting a series of interactive Spier Food Garden workshops, designed to help you get started growing good food at

Feed your soul with Spier Wine Farm’s winter-warming wine and soup pairing. The seasonal winter tasting offers a selection of five pairings: four soups and

The Covid19 pandemic has rewritten the protocols of wine tastings. Smart wine producers are launching new products by using digital and personalised platforms to reach

South Africa has a long history of producing outstanding wines. Proudly South African to my core, many friends and family have received bottles as gifts

Merlot’s fruity charms on show once again but true complexity hard to come by.This year’s Merlot Report sponsored by multinational financial services company Prescient attracted 55 entries received from

This year the Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show celebrates its 20th anniversary. As one of South Africa’s premier wine competitions it recognises the very best

Amidst gloomy pandemic headlines worldwide comes some good news: Cape Wine 2022 has been announced for October. It’s a scant 460 days (or so…) away.

Winter arrived with some rainy days but also some beautiful clear sunny days. Ideal days for a day out in the winelands and a visit

Be welcomed at The Bakery with our incredible breakfast special!Join us between 08:00 and 10:30, Monday to Friday and choose between the scrumptious French toast,

An intriguing mix of Russian heritage and South African tradition is what sets Hazendal Wine Estate apart and adds a wonderfully novel dimension to a

When you see Simonsig Brand Ambassador, Denzel Swarts, out and about in the winelands, you’re immediately aware of the love and respect he has earned

The highly anticipated Decanter World Wine Awards were met with great excitement, especially for Quoin Rock Wine Estate which saw its Black Series MCC 2014

On these cold and rainy days it is not always possible to throw a steak on the braai. Here is one of our favourite dishes

There are no climate change deniers in the wine world. In a global industry predicated on the very climate itself, producers and growers have witnessed

The ocean-facing Polkadraai Hills of Stellenbosch now have a grand new addition to enhance their glorious views over the winelands and out onto the tides

Wine might be made in the vineyard, as most modest winemakers like to say. But it is people who create wine legends.Today’s Stellenbosch Wine Routes,