Japan could be on the cusp of a wine export boom, despite arduous grape-growing conditions. WineLand spoke to wine journalist Motoko Ishii.
Members of press and a select few guests were treated to a delectable culinary masterclass courtesy of Springfontein Wine Estate and top Dutch chefs Edwin and Tom Vinke from 2-Michelin star restaurant De Kromme Watergang. Edwin Vinke and his son (and wingman) Tom...
WineLand Media is looking for the next generation of wine industry role players, the youngsters to watch, the innovators and game-changers, the out-of-the-box-thinkers.
The Reciprocal Wine Trading Company has been managing the sales and marketing of the wine barrels produced by Tonnellerie Louis Latour since 2016. Tarryn Vincent, national sales manager of Reciprocal, is responsible for this operation while...
On 5 May 1821 – two hundred years ago - Napoléon died on the volcanic island Saint Helena in the South Atlantic Ocean. Much has been said about the Constantia wine provided for his exclusive use whilst in exile and many theories have surfaced over claims as to who...
The past year’s 1.6% rise in unemployment, recent price hikes and fluctuating lockdown restrictions are factors that may be contributing to the increase in home and business burglaries. According to the South African Police Service, robberies at non-residential...
Australian wines are experiencing a revival. Wine exports to America have returned to growth after more than a decade of decline. The country is also enjoying unprecedented success in Asia, especially in China where last year it overtook France as the No 1...
The Australian wine industry has always seemed to be mono-focused, when we first started to export seriously it was the UK, then the USA, and more recently/now China. The question is, is it time to find another country to focus on? I think so, for the last...
What's the best way to spend a fruitful day in the Winelands? Winner of the coveted 2018 Veritas Young Wine Writer of the Year, Llewellyn Lambert, gives his suggestions for tourists about planning such a day. How to get the most out of a mere 24 hours in the...
American writer Mark Twain once said: "I have never let my schooling interfere with my education." For Cathy Marston and Dr Erna Blanquaert, these words couldn’t be more apt. Cathy is not only a celebrated wine writer, she’s also an associate of the Institute of...
It may be flattering to have your brand copied, but besides stealing from your sales volumes, counterfeits rob your brand of its valued and hard-earned integrity. Building a brand is an intensive and expensive exercise and having a successful brand takes a great...
These days, being good at selling is not just about having a quality product, strong brand, sizeable marketing budget and loads of charm. It’s about having a global reference, understanding a new generation of consumers and keeping up with technology. In the...