BROOKDALE ESTATE has earned its stripes as a leading producer of unique South African white blends with two wines scoring Five Stars in the Platter’s by Diner’s Club 2025 South African Wine Guide. This year it is the only producer to claim two of the 10 Five Stars...

  When wines in this price range gather gold medals at international wine awards, it is time to take notice of what is going on. Charles Lang has a range of 12 excellent wines, both white and red, five of which have won gold medals at the Michelangelo...

Once more,  KWV stole the show at the latest Veritas gala evening by clinching the pinnacle Duimpie Bayly Veritas Vertex Award– named after the legendary industry role player Duimpie Bayly--, among 70 double gold winners from 1 265 entries.   It is the second...

  In the heart of Patensie, in the enchanting Gamtoos Valley of the Eastern Cape, South Africa, a tale of vitality unfolds. Here in this humble citrus town emerged diOxygin, a spirit born of the essence of life itself. At its core is the Spekboom, also known as...

South African brandy producers have cemented their status as global leaders in craftsmanship and quality, delivering a series of exceptional performances at the foremost local and international competitions. The latest awards at Veritas, the International Spirits...

The Nuy Winery Legacy Calcareo 2024, crafted from the unique terroir of the Nuy Valley, has earned a prestigious accolade at the latest Gilbert & Gaillard International Wine Challenge. Founded 35 years ago in France, this influential wine competition judges wines...

What is Pinotage? It's a cross between the robust Cinsault (originally known as Hermitage in SA) and the finicky Pinot Noir grape,and one would have thought that it would have inherited the best of both parents. But as is so often the case this is not so. Pinotage is...

  This rich and flavourful Pinotage showcases authentic varietal characteristics, with aromas of black currant, vanilla, plums, and dark wild berries, even a grape or two. The soft tannins reveal hints of clove spices on the palate, culminating in a long...

It has been 50 years since Cyril Back bottled the first Shiraz under the Fairview label in 1974, These fledgling Fairview wines were sold at the Cape’s first public wine auction, initiated by Cyril Back and hosted at Fairview in 1974. Since that time Fairview has...

Vergelegen wine estate has revised its wine ranges and unveiled a series of new wine labels to support its famous wine portfolio. The number of wines has been reduced from 17 to 10 to focus on standout wines and enhance understanding of the brand among wine lovers....

A literal translation of “Nero d’Avola” in English is “Black of Avola”. Avola is a city in the province of Syracuse, Sicily, Italy. . AYAMA - NERO DEL CAPO 2023 Premium Range The name of the Ayama Nero D’Avola wine is NERO DEL CAPO NERO from "Nero d'Avola". The “Nero”...

Zandvliet Wine Estate’s status as a premier producer of Shiraz wines has been re-affirmed with two consecutive vintages of its Kalkveld range winning Platinum medals at the 2024 National Wine Challenge and inclusion in the list of the year’s Top 100 South African...

  JOHN B MERLOT As would be expected from a Merlot this is a very smooth wine with a soft, juicy tannin structure. A wine with attractive red berry fruit on the nose that follows through on the palate with a touch of toasted oak. An easy drinking red for everyday...

Nuy Winery in the Cape Langeberg Mountains has been producing knockout wines since 1963, so it’s no wonder they have just taken home a double platinum award in the highly regarded 14th National Wine Challenge (NWC) for their Mastery Shiraz. They also received three...

  Set in one of the most beautiful areas of the Western Cape, Rietvallei in Robertson has far distant mountains edging the horizon and an almost garden like atmosphere, with country roads lined with cannas demarcating the various farms, “eende vir huur “ signs...

With their new brand identity revealed in 2022, Morgenster Estate in Somerset West has come full circle with the brand evolution of its Single Cultivar range. Designed in the same style as the rest of the Estate’s portfolio, yet bold with its unique, distinguished...

Indulge the Mother in your life with the exquisite flavours of Bruce Jack Bumble Bee Moscato. Savour its delightful floral aroma, lively bubbles, and harmonious blend of ripe peaches, tangy tangerine, and sweet honey, perfectly complemented by a refreshing acidity....

These are the latest not to be missed additions to the delicious  Rhino Run label from Van Loveren   RHINO RUN CHENIN BLANC - RSP R95 Floral blooms characterize the aromas of this wine. Expect notes of orange blossom and geranium on the nose, followed by a crisp...