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Wine
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The Interesting Reason Why White Wine Is Outshining Red In Today’s Wine Scene
05 Nov 2024 by Tayla / No Comments
White wine is now the most popular wine in the world, both in terms of production and consumption. So, what’s fuelling this shift?
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Team South Africa Did Us Proud At Prestigious World Blind Wine Tasting Championship
15 Oct 2024 by Heinrich / No Comments
Their participation highlighted South Africa’s winemaking talent and enthusiasm, elevating the country’s standing among the world’s top wine enthusiasts.
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To Chill Or Not To Chill: Can Your Fridge Extend The Life Of Open Wine?
18 Sep 2024 by Tayla / No Comments
If you failed to finish that excellent award-winning, high Tim Atkin’s Report-scoring wine, then you are surely going to want to keep it as fresh as possible for the next tipple time.
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About The 2024 International Spirits And Wine Festival’s Three-City Tour
29 Aug 2024 by Heinrich / No Comments
After mixing it up in Durbs, The International Spirits and Wine Festival will head to Grand West in Cape Town, before the third and final extravaganza in November at The Johannesburg Expo Centre.
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Celebrate National Shiraz Day From August 21 With The Best Franschhoek Wine Tasting
20 Aug 2024 by Tayla / No Comments
Now this is how you celebrate South Africa’s National Shiraz Day tomorrow!
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You’re Going To Want To Get On Board This Historic Train Ride Through A Scenic Robertson Wine Valley
16 Jul 2024 by Tayla / No Comments
This exceptional blend of wine tasting, breathtaking scenery, and vintage rail travel creates an unforgettable adventure for both wine lovers and railway enthusiasts.
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Former Server Reveals Real Reason You’re Offered A Small Taste When Ordering Wine
19 Mar 2024 by Tayla / No Comments
While many Saffas are pretty wine literate, some folks might not know why a server pours a little tasting before giving you a full glass.
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Elevate Your Palate With These Intriguing Wine Pairing Experiences
19 Jan 2024 by Tayla / No Comments
While embracing the timeless union of cool, crisp wine and velvety, soft cheese is a time-tested classic for a reason, it is always fun to try something completely different.
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The Spotlight Is On A Stunning New Red Vintage From This Award-Winning Franschhoek Wine Farm
15 Nov 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
The star of the show is currently the Antonij Rupert Optima 2020 vintage, which is tantalising all palates that get a taste with its symphony of flavours in each bottle.
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Get Some Pink Wine From This Franschhoek Farm To Help With Cancer Care
10 Oct 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
Our favourite Franschhoek wine farm is involved in the effort to create awareness, unite communities and raise money for those afflicted with cancer in a uniquely inspired way.
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Seventeen Antonij Rupert Wines Feature In New Tim Atkin’s 2023 Special Report
22 Sep 2023 by Heinrich / No Comments
Not surprisingly, seventeen wines from Antonij Rupert Wines received 90+ points in the latest edition.
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Last Chance To Experience Seven Days Of Shiraz And Venison At Anthonij Rupert Wyne
24 Aug 2023 by Heinrich / No Comments
If slow braised venison, and Springbok loin with soft parmesan polenta sounds like a good Saturday or Sunday afternoon, you will have to be quick to make a reservation.
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These Are A Few Of The Wine Drinking Mistakes You Should Stop Making
11 Jul 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
When you crack open an expensive bottle of wine from your favourite spot in the Franschhoek Winelands, you want to be able to linger in its fineness and get as much bang for your buck as possible.
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Why Not Give Mommy A Lovely Day Out In Franschhoek This Mother’s Day
08 May 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
Instead of feverishly running off to Woolies to get a bunch of flowers, or making a slap-dash Facebook post about the ‘World’s Best Mom’, why not set your sights on a day trip to our favourite spot in the Franschhoek Winelands?
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We’ve Got Just The Thing If You’re In Need Of A Companion For These Cooler Evenings
20 Apr 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
This weekend is going to be miserable. Although, it could improve significantly if you have a seductive red nearby.
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The Local Wine With A Few Lekker Perks
07 Mar 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
It’s not often that you come across a wine that is affordable, easy to drink, and sustainably rooted.
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Wine Does So Much More Than Help You Unwind At The End Of The Day
20 Feb 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
It turns out, wine is so much more than a day decompressor or food complimenter.
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Franschhoek Gem Scores Multiple Five-Star Ratings From Prestigious Wine Guide
07 Dec 2022 by Tayla / No Comments
The internationally recognised Platter’s South African Wine Guide 2023 made the exciting announcement recently.
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Moët Is Genuinely In Danger Of Running Out Of Champagne
16 Nov 2022 by Tayla / No Comments
Moët Hennessy has been internally referring to the bubbly boom as “the roaring 20s” and can barely keep up with demand.
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Get Your Christmas Shopping Done Early With These Fantastic Wine And Bubbly Deals
10 Nov 2022 by Tayla / No Comments
Unless you are a thrill-seeker or someone who can carry out a Christmas shopping mission with efficiency and ease, now is the perfect time to get presents sorted.
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Japan Has A Temple Dedicated To Growing Grapes And Making Wine: “It’s Good Karma”
17 Oct 2022 by Tayla / No Comments
On a hillside in Katsunuma in the city of Koshu, Yamanashi prefecture, a Buddhist monk spends his days contemplating the grape and praising wine.
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A Beginner’s Guide To Buying Wine Glasses
05 Oct 2022 by Tayla / No Comments
There comes a time in one’s life when it is necessary to invest in higher-quality wine glasses. Understanding some of the basics will set you on your way.
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A Load Shedding Proof Heritage Day Recipe That’s Guaranteed To Impress
22 Sep 2022 by Tayla / No Comments
Heritage Day is this Saturday, September 24, and as always the country is encouraged to celebrate our culture in fine style.
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International Expert Raves About These Cape Wines
07 Sep 2022 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
UK-based Master of Wine Tim Atkin has released his annual South Africa Report, stating that the 2021 vintage could well rank as one of the Cape’s best-ever.
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Let’s Talk About Chilling Your Red Wine
23 Aug 2022 by Tayla / No Comments
It’s important to know the style and characteristics of your wine, how long to chill the bottle, and the ultimate time to sip it after cool-down.
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Celebrate National Shiraz Day The Right Way
03 Aug 2022 by Tayla / No Comments
The time to celebrate the mighty grape and all it gives us is now, with August hosting National Shiraz Day.
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An Idiot’s Guide To Buying Value Wine Instead Of Cheap Wine
21 Jul 2022 by Tayla / No Comments
There’s a real difference between cheap wine and value wine, both in taste and how you end up feeling the next day.
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Enjoy Ridley Scott’s Provençal Wine Estate Adorned With Hollywood Props
21 Jun 2022 by Tayla / No Comments
Ridley Scott’s ‘Cave’ tasting room evokes his cinematographic universe while also being a space for him to produce his own wine.
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A Short History Of Why Grapes Are So Interchangeable With Wine, As Opposed To Any Old Fruit
09 Jun 2022 by Tayla / No Comments
Why do winemakers single out the vine even as they are surrounded by an abundance of alternative fruit options?
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Winter Dining Doesn’t Get Better Than This Truffle-Inspired Menu
24 May 2022 by Tayla / No Comments
For the cold months of June and July, you can cosy up for one of the four hosted dining experiences that will showcase the extraordinary Black Perigord truffles.
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