by Llewellyn Lambert | 15 Apr, 2019 | Blog, News
The artistic city of Antwerp in Belgium was the home and backdrop for the 2019 ASI Best Sommelier of the World competition – An event that only transpires once every three years. This year saw Belgium host the event in what was a full circle culmination...
by Dan Traucki | 7 Apr, 2019 | Blog
Until recently most Aussie wine drinkers were unaware of the native Basque red variety called, Tannat. It is a thick skinned variety which has very high levels of tannins and produces deeply coloured wines with massive structure. Even those who have drunk it...
by Anton Pretorius | 25 Mar, 2019 | Blog
If you’re stumped for something to do on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon, why not make a quick stop at Stellenbosch wine icon, Lanzerac Estate? A wine and chocolate pairing at the tasting room including a lazy lunch at the estate’s gourmet pub, Die Taphuis, is the...
by Anton Pretorius | 6 Feb, 2019 | Blog, Lifestyle, News, Wineland
READY. STEADY. HARVEST! It’s that time of year again! Our #MyTrosIsMyTrots competition gives you the opportunity to show off your vineyards and grapes during the 2019 harvest. Take part, and WIN BIG! STEP 1: Take a photo, selfie or video of your 2019-harvest...
by Wanda Augustyn | 30 Jan, 2019 | Blog, Lifestyle, News
Premium bulk players and smaller-volume buyers meant business at the annual World Bulk Wine Exhibition, presenting them with huge bottling opportunities further from origin, writes Wanda Augustyn. The 10th edition of the World Bulk Wine Exhibition, which took place in...
by Johannes Richter | Blog, Lifestyle, News
Both an intrepid idealist and unassuming realist, Johan Reyneke is the pragmatic philosopher-farmer of the industry, widely regarded as one of the first pioneers of organic and biodynamic farming in South Africa. By Johannes Richter Johan Reyneke greets...
by Anton Pretorius | Blog, Lifestyle, News
You’d be forgiven for thinking that the Breedekloof Valley is home to only large-scale wine producing cooperatives. Anton Pretorius recently discovered that this picturesque wine hamlet, including the charming Slanghoek Valley, offers a lot more than meets the eye....
by Roth Media | 28 Jan, 2019 | Blog, Lifestyle, News
A press conference was held on Thursday (24 January 2019) to announce the launch of G.H Mumm’s most daring champagne. Over the years, the leading champagne brand has partnered with giants in various industries and this year was no exception. Nine-time Olympic gold...
by Emile Joubert | 25 Jan, 2019 | Blog, Lifestyle, News
Daschbosch, the premium label under Breedekloof winery uniWines, has expanded its range of terroir-specific and innovative wines with the addition of a Clairette Blanche made from 42 year-old vines and a pioneering Skin Contact dry white, a blend of Chenin Blanc and...
by Wines of South Africa (WoSA) | Blog, Lifestyle, News
This year the South African wine industry will celebrate alongside the ProWein organisers as participants of what is arguably one of the world’s leading wine trade fairs. Since its humble beginnings in 1994, South African producers have recognised the importance and...
by Maygene De Wee (Netwerk 24) | 24 Jan, 2019 | Blog, Lifestyle, News
Netwerk24 reports that Henry Hopkins (71), a former journalist at Die Burger and former editor at Die Wynboer (now WineLand) is being treated at the Melomed Hospital in Bellville after suffering severe burns during the Betty’s Bay fires. Hopkins’s wife,...
by Porchia Adams | Blog, Lifestyle, News
The South African Wine Industry Transformation Unit (TU) appointed Ms Wendy Petersen in the position of Operations Manager from 1 February 2019. The TU is a collective, inclusive, independent and representative forum of relevant wine industry structures to facilitate...
