Nederburg Auction evolves into Cape Fine and Rare Wine Auction
The historic Nederburg Auction launched in 1975, has entered an exciting new chapter by evolving into the Cape Fine & Rare Wine Auction which will be held in October this year. The strategic move is in line with Distell’s new premium and fine wine company,...
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New wine wards for SA Terroir wine competition
Ten new Wards have been approved by the Demarcation Committee of the Wine and Spirit Board as areas with unique soils and climates – which now join numerous examples of areas in the Cape winelands with wine terrain, or terroir, which displays remarkable individuality....
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Cathedral Cellar comes to life with augmented reality labels
KWV has been making huge strides in the South African – and global – wine industry since it was founded in 1918. This year, this 101-year old wine brand is ensuring its innovative drive is catapulting it into the future with major achievements in the past two months....
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SA Harvest report 2019
The South African wine grape harvest 2019 has hit a record low, largely due to the preceding drought and fluctuating weather conditions during the season. Winemakers are, however, positive about the quality of this year’s vintage.
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State of the SA Wine Industry 2018/2019
The South African wine industry has entered a new phase of repositioning, consolidation and reinvestment. Climate change, shifts in production and demand and financial pressures have led to the industry becoming smaller and required producers and wineries to rethink the way they do business.
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Agri’s Got Talent 2019: Changing lives note for note
The Vinpro Foundation is excited and proud to be part of this unique singing competition and skills development programme for agri-workers in the wine and fruit industries, which is now accepting entries! Agri's Got Talent is the perfect stage to showcase the singing...
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Monument distillers launches four cousins wine in Nigeria
The newly-formed Monument Distillers Nigeria Limited has launched ‘Four Cousins’ wines in Nigeria, adding to their growing portfolio which includes Bannerman’s Finest Scotch Whisky, Grace du Roi Fine Wines, Malfy Italian Gin and most recently, the Nigerian classic,...
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Witte Wijnappel back in Company’s Garden
Company’s Garden reclaims a piece of its history The return of the first apple tree planted in the iconic Company’s Garden in the late 1650s is a remarkable story, made possible through a partnership between Tru-Cape, Hortgro and the Cape Heritage Fund. Read more...
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Sauvignon Blanc SA is new ambassador for a worldwide favourite
South Africa's interest group for Sauvignon Blanc - one of the country's most grown grape varieties - has undergone a transformation, boosting its international success. The former Sauvignon Blanc Interest Group (SBIG) not only announces its new name as Sauvignon...
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Call for Entries BRIT/FIVS International Sustainable Wine-growing Competition
As the only international sustainable wine-growing award of its kind, the BRIT/FIVS competition honours wine organisations that demonstrate a commitment to the environmental, social, and economic aspects of wine-growing. Come join the competition! The Botanical...
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Call for applications: Western Cape Female Entrepreneur Awards 2019
Celebrating two decades of women’s victory in Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries - 2019 Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Female Entrepreneur Awards. To all women in the agricultural, forestry and fisheries sectors in the Western Cape, it is...
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Vinpro Production Plan survey: The 2018 vintage
A watershed year for the South African wine industry? In 2018 the Vinpro Production Plan survey was conducted for the 15th consecutive year in the wine industry. The findings show that although the average producer are still not on sustainable income levels, the...
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