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Flexcube: The new cooperage
Flexcube oxygen-permeable maturation vessels, known as New Generation Barrels, are now widely used across all major wine-producing markets where they co-exist with traditional oak barrels.
By Wanda Augustyn · 6 min read
Vinèa SA: harvest is coming
Sales of Vinéa SA’s Eclat range of Ceramic-Toast barrels grew by 25% during the 2017 harvest. At a time when many winemakers are dramatically reducing their bar
By Carlin Cloete · 3 min read
Fly the SA (wine) flag with pride
Most people probably associate South Africa with Table Mountain, the Big Five, braaivleis and the local wines. But did you know SA is at the forefront of plant
By Carlin Cloete · 5 min read
A Practised Hand - KWV is still thriving after 100 years
As KWV celebrates its centenary this year it’s proving that 100 years of being in business has equipped it with a remarkable ability to adapt and thrive.
By Carlin Cloete · 5 min read
Unpacking #Harvest2019
According to our winemakers, #Harvest2019 was a mixed bag. While some found it to be adequate, others claim it was the “most challenging yet.” Anton Pretorius s
By Anton Pretorius · 9 min read
Tokara celebrates 20th harvest of impressive winemaking
Family values and a determined vision to produce timeless, world-class wines is the foundation of Tokara, the influential Stellenbosch wine estate celebrating
By Anton Pretorius · 4 min read
The art of oak | Q&A with Andrea Freeborough
It is often said that oak is like a spice in the hand of a winemaker. Like that of a chef, a winemaker’s hand may be either too light or too heavy, or perhaps j
By Anton Pretorius · 6 min read
Simonsig winemaker vacancy: Cap Classique & white wine
Simonsig Wine Estate has a position available for a dynamic senior winemaker with proven skills to produce wines of outstanding quality.
By Sponsored Content · 3 min read
Two new Cape Wine Masters celebrated on the 40th anniversary of the institute
Two newly graduated Cape Wine Masters (CWM) were presented with their diplomas at the annual awards luncheon on 11 August, hosted by Heineken Beverages at the Tangram Restaurant at the Durbanville Hills Winery.
By SA Wine Industry · 6 min read
Relationships matter
Being an independent producer in South Africa is not without its challenges, as Alexandra McFarlane has come to realise. Having worked both locally and abroad for several years before setting out to do her own thing, the co-owner of McFarlane Wines is no novice when it comes to winemaking.
By Carla van der Merwe · 6 min read
Oxygen management in winemaking
Paul Gougis is a global sales and technical consultant for Vivelys and Boisé France, which has led innovation in oxygen management and wine style development for over 25 years.
By SA Wine Industry · 5 min read
