Isak Muller (59) wins Felco & Cape Agri pruning competition 2019
An average of 8,000 to 15,000 cuts per day is done by a vineyard pruner in South Africa. Felco's main goal is to give recognition to all its pruners who have to perform this difficult but absolutely necessary task. Training of Agri Workers is our first priority. A...
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Agulhas Wine Triangle collaborate in adapting to climate change
Tackling the prospects of climate change by sharing knowledge and experience is one of the drivers behind the formation of the Agulhas Wine Triangle (AWT). There are currently eight (8) brand owner members, located in a triangle stretching from Gansbaai in the west to...
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Better Grapes Wine Fair highlights real progress in the South African wine industry
The Better Grapes Wine Fair taking place on 10 September 2019 in Helsinki, Finland, will highlight the progress in terms of gender equality, diversity, empowerment, sustainability and wine quality in the South African wine industry. The event is hosted by the South...
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Tim Atkin (MW) says South Africa is making “the greatest wine in its history.”
The Cape is firmly established as “one of the most exciting wine-producing countries on the planet”, thanks to a combination of old vines, young winemaking talent, established names, varied terroirs and a can-do spirit, according to award-winning British journalist...
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Wine tourism expert keen to exchange ideas at upcoming Wine and Food Tourism Conference
Encouraging local travellers to overnight in the Cape Winelands is one effective way of boosting tourism income while at the same time promoting responsible drinking, believes Marisah Nieuwoudt. Nieuwoudt is wine tourism manager for Vinpro that represents 2 500...
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Indulge, discovery, savour at 14th annual Wine on the River Festival in Robertson
Satisfy your wanderlust and take a journey to the country on the scenic Route 62. Robertson Wine Valley is celebrating their 14th Wine on the River festival in partnership with Nedbank on 11 – 13 October 2019. On this weekend the most talented...
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Blast from the past: The stories behind South Africa’s oldest wine farms
South Africa’s wines and wine farms have over the centuries been deemed fit for kings, queens and statesmen. But which wine farm was bought as a Valentine’s gift and which wine is used to determine the calibre of a potential suitor? Jana Loots discovered the colourful...
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Krone MCC: Seeing the bigger picture
Krone’s ethos of preserving the distinct characteristics of each harvest is in keeping with the grower Champagne movement in France, writes Malu Lambert. Having just flown over Stellenbosch, Tulbagh quickly comes into view below. The pilot flying the...
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Wine Influencer: Shooting straight with Lynne Sherriff (MW)
Cape Town-born Lynne Sherriff has an impressive wine pedigree. She became a Master of Wine in 1993 and is a former chairperson of the Institute of Masters of Wine. She trained as a winemaker in Stellenbosch, Germany and France, and worked under the legendary Günter...
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Roodeberg goes premium with launch of ‘1949’ commemorative blend
Roodeberg, a true South African original, that celebrates its 70th anniversary this year, has taken its narrative back to the heart of the country’s winemaking roots with the launch of ‘1949’, a meticulously crafted, limited edition commemorative blend. Continuing the...
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Sauvignon Blanc scoops coveted ‘Best Young Wine’ in South Africa
An unwooded Sauvignon Blanc from Flagstone Wine Cellar in Somerset-West clinched the coveted General Smuts Trophy as overall SA Champion Young Wine for 2019, after also being crowned as the best entry in the Sauvignon Blanc category at this year’s SA Young Wine Show....
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The #SADogsofWine competition is back!
We love dogs. Period. Wherever wine is made, you’re likely to find a loyal canine snoozing in the cellar or roaming the vineyard. Go on, post your best pet pic or selfie via social media. Tag @WineLandSA and use the hashtag #SADogsofWine to be eligable for the prize....
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