Chenin Blanc: The Cape’s Unsung Grape
Chenin Blanc is the most widely planted grape varietal in South Africa. There are just under 19,000 hectares of the vine rooted, accounting for around …
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Cabernet Franc: Varietal of the Future?
Cabernet Franc is a tricky wine. From anecdotal evidence, one either loves it or hates it, having been scarred by bad ones. I am in …
A Brief History of South African Wine
September 24 is Braai Day here in South Africa. Translated simply, a Braai is SA speak for a BBQ and might just be the most important …
Pretty in Pink – Why You Should Take Note of Rosé
Rosé has got an image problem. Many estates don’t produce one. In non wine growing countries, it is associated with the sickly sweet cheapies shipped in …
Wine: New World vs Old World
Last weekend was spent at Groot Constantia. Constantia is the leafy, undulating valley hiding behind Table Mountain’s more famous face. The weather was perfect, the …