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South Africa’s growing taste for premium drinks fuels festive ‘spirits’
The festive season presents a major opportunity for South Africa’s On Premise sector as consumers plan to celebrate with premium drinks, according to the new CGA by NIQ On Premise User Survey (OPUS).
Mauritius Shines at the 2024 Ubuntu International Sommeliers Trophy
The 2024 Ubuntu International Sommeliers Trophy concluded with a spectacular display of skill, knowledge, and passion for fine beverages.
Best New SA Wine Writer announced
The country’s best new wine writer for 2024 is Skye Nolan from Brackenfell near Cape Town, assistant-winemaker and compliance manager at Bellevue Wine Estate, Stellenbosch, who also had work stints at four other Cape wineries, as well as doing wine educational and business courses at a youthful age.
Chardonnay Association of South Africa launch
The Chardonnay Association of South Africa was established August 2024 and officially launched at an event held at Jordan Wine Estate on the 27th of November 2024. Michael Fridjhon delivered the keynote speech (link here) which was followed by a walk around tasting of wines produced by 32 members of the Chardonnay Association members.
Van Loveren Expands Its Industry Footprint With The Acquisition Of Controlling Stake In Neil Ellis Wines
Van Loveren, South Africa’s leading family-owned winery, has taken a significant step in expanding its influence in the wine industry with the acquisition of the majority share in Neil Ellis Wines, a celebrated name synonymous with terroir-driven craftsmanship. Finalised on December 1st, 2024, this partnership signifies an exciting chapter for both wineries, combining their strengths to elevate South Africa’s premium wine offerings on a global scale.
Kleine Zalze Joins World of Amphora Wines at Annual Portuguese Festival
The annual Amphora Wine Day held at Herdade do Rocim winery in Portugal’s Alentejo wine region this year saw Kleine Zalze Wines of Stellenbosch join some 60 producers of amphora wines from Portugal, France, Georgia and California in showcasing their wines made in traditional clay amphorae, Kleine Zalze being the only winery flying the flag for South Africa at this highlight on the Portuguese wine calendar.
The best stories from Elgin
Elgin is one of South African wine’s great success stories and Paul Wallace is an integral part of that story. He and wife Nicky regaled Johannes Richter with the many stories from the region, including the honest mistake that led to the launch of Paul Wallace Family Wines.
Support your friendly neighbourhood conservancy
The late Stevie Smit was known as a wine producer and co-founder of the Stellenbosch Wine Route, but the Bottelary Hills Renosterveld Conservancy embodies his enduring love for nature.
Floating on cloud nine
Have you ever stepped into a place so breathtakingly beautiful that your first instinct is to reach for your phone to capture the moment? Welcome to Clouds Estate, where everything feels like it’s made for your camera roll.
Meet the changemakers
Eric Matkovich is a Silicon Valley native whose experience working for large multinational IT companies helped him to develop a lifelong curiosity about culture and passion for progress.
Stellenbosch’s oldest wine estate embarks on a new era of independence and excellence
Following a highly successful 30-month partnership with Van Loveren that modernised its operations and accelerated its sales growth, Blaauwklippen, Stellenbosch’s oldest wine estate and the oldest registered company in South Africa, has announced that it is embarking on a new era.
Nominate now: Wineland’s 30 Under 30 for 2025
WineLand Media, in collaboration with ROTOCON, is on the lookout for the next wave of trailblazers in the wine industry—innovative thinkers, game-changers, and bold leaders.