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Destination Franschhoek: Interview with Ruth McCourt
Franschhoek local Ruth McCourt has taken over the reins of Franschhoek Wine Valley Tourism as marketing manager and custodian of one of South Africa’s leading tourism destinations.
By Johannes Richter · 4 min read
No dream too big: Interview with Tamerin Bushby
When Tamerin Bushby started out as a receptionist at Thokozani Wines, she had no idea how the wine industry would alter the course of her life.
By Johannes Richter · 6 min read
Meet Samuel Viljoen, Nederburg's new cellar master
Samuel Viljoen has been part of Nederburg's winemaking team since 2007, first as an assistant, and since 2014 as winemaker for Nederburg's red wines. In May 2021 he took on the responsibility of managing the entire cellar’s operations.
By Johannes Richter · 6 min read
“SA Winemakers have risen to the challenge" | Q&A with Michael Fridjhon
As chairman and convener of the annual Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show, Michael Fridjhon is widely recognised as South Africa’s foremost wine taster and wine judge.
By Anton Pretorius · 7 min read
Three Ships crafts world's first Pinotage-finished whisky
Three Ships master distiller Andy Watts chats to Anton Pretorius about capturing the unique heritage of South Africa in a rich, complex and distinctive Pinotage
By Anton Pretorius · 4 min read
Q&A with WC Agri Minister Ivan Meyer: Ensuring farmers’ safety, land reform and leading the sector
Ivan Meyer, the new Western Cape agriculture MEC, has dutifully served the province in the past. But now his biggest challenge ever awaits him. Is he the right
By Anton Pretorius · 6 min read
Q&A with IWSR CEO Mark Meek: Will wine bounce back?
As restrictions ease, and businesses across the wine industry re-assess and refine their business plans, IWSR CEO Mark Meek, talks to WineLand Media about what
By Anton Pretorius · 5 min read
Tim Atkin: “The quality of wine is a bright beacon”
South Africa has many challenges, but the quality of wine is not one of them, says Tim Atkin MW. Lisa Lottering asked him about his 2021 annual report and the future of South African wine.
By Lisa Lottering · 5 min read
The right stuff: Q&A with Debbie Thompson
Debbie Thompson hit the ground running after being appointed winemaker at Le Grand Domaine where she’s been raking in the honours. From the dry Namaqualand to the lush vineyards of Devon Valley, it’s clear she’s made of the right stuff.
By Johannes Richter · 4 min read
Q&A with De Bruyn Steenkamp
Vinimark welcomed seasoned entrepreneur, business leader and Cape Wine Master De Bruyn Steenkamp as its new exports director in August 2024. De Bruyn has a deep knowledge of the local industry and with over two decades of experience in the global wine industry, he is ready to take this specialist…
By SA Wine Industry · 3 min read
Get into the head of the consumer
Seasoned retail wine buyer, Mark Norrish gives a consumer perspective to quality associations to wine and packaging.
By Elona Hesseling · 4 min read
SIYAKHULA! We are growing
Passion for wine, proper mentorship and skills development have been key in building black-owned brands.
By Sandile · 4 min read









