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Wine
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Drink These Three Wines And You’ll Be A Better Person
03 Oct 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
What if I told you that you could drink excellent wine and make a difference while you’re at it? Well, you can, and you should.
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One Franschhoek Wine Event You Don’t Want To Miss Out On
27 Sep 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Drink fine wine and dance the night away at the sixth annual Protea Party, taking place next month in Franschhoek.
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Six Chefs And 30 Wines – Cape Town’s Latest Foodie Extravaganza
28 Aug 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Food and wine connoisseurs in Cape Town are gearing up for Noble Vice, an all-inclusive and unrivalled tasting experience headed our way.
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One Thing That Meghan And Boris Johnson Actually Have In Common
14 Aug 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
You wouldn’t think that Meghan and Boris would have much in common, but they do share a love for a certain red wine that’s fast become a bit of a status symbol.
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R400k A Bottle Wine Tastes Different When You Swirl It Clockwise Or Anticlockwise
02 Aug 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
A unique Spanish wine is widely considered the most expensive wine in the world, and wine aficionados point to some very distinct properties.
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Seth And Diane Keaton’s Secret Red Wine And Ice Club
15 Jul 2019 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
I was at a wine farm this weekend for a wine tasting, and perused the tasting notes of one of the wines we had in front of us.
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What You Need To Know About This Year’s Franschhoek Bastille Festival
03 Jul 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
This year’s Franschhoek Bastille Festival is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect excuse to dress up and get stuck into some quality wine.
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Lunching In Provence – Travels With Seth
21 Jun 2019 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
There’s a special irony in packing two bottles of South African rosé for a trip to Provence – the rosé capital of the world.
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Fortune’s Superb Feature On The Cape Winelands
19 Jun 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
It’s no secret that the Cape boasts some of the most beautiful Winelands in the world, but it never hurts to read more glowing praise from abroad.
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FAIL: Restaurant Manager Accidentally Serves R82k Bottle Of Wine
17 May 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Some lucky diners were accidentally given a very expensive bottle of wine, although the restaurant in question handled the situation rather well.
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Where SA Ranks On ‘World’s Biggest Wine Producers’ List
15 May 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
We know we’re a thirsty bunch, but how does South Africa shape up against the world’s biggest wine-producing countries? There’s good news and bad news.
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There’s A Real Treat For Franschhoek Wine Lovers Later This Month
07 May 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
It doesn’t get much better than a day out in Franschhoek, which is why wine lovers are looking forward to the end of the month.
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Exactly How Much Priceless Champagne Is Being ‘Stored’ At The Bottom Of The Ocean?
26 Apr 2019 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
With the conditions at the bottom of the ocean being somewhat optimal for fine wine and champagne storage, coupled with the frequency of these stories, one almost gets the feeling like they may have been planned.
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The Greatest Wine Pairing Of All Time Happened At 30 000 Feet With A Bucket Of KFC
18 Apr 2019 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
Just as you’ve gained enough confidence to simply say, “I don’t know much about wine, but I love this”; along comes wine pairing.
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Aerial Photos Show Stellenbosch Farmer Losing Vineyards To Shacks
11 Mar 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
A farm in Stellenbosch has become the battleground for a political fight over who has the right to claim ownership of land in the area.
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Now We Know If It’s Better To Drink Beer Before Wine, Or Vice Versa
08 Feb 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Fridays are for making bad life decisions, like drinking the wrong alcohol first and worsening your hangover. So, what’s the correct way to go about getting hammered?
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OOPS: Did You See The Wine The EFF Served At Their Gala Dinner?
05 Feb 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Julius and his pals held their gala dinner on Friday night, and all the bigwigs were in attendance. Looks like there was some mixed messaging about the wines, though.
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This Year’s Franschhoek Uncorked Wine Festival Has A Few Surprises
12 Sep 2018 by Carrie / No Comments
The Franschhoek Uncorked wine festival, happening this weekend, is looking even bigger and better than before. Here’s what to look out for.
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This Is Our Favourite SA Booze Delivery App
30 Aug 2018 by Carrie / No Comments
Ever arrived empty handed to a dinner party? Ever wanted to throw or attend that last minute braai, but the shops are closed? There’s an app for that.
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An Interesting Observation For Those Who Think Cape Wine Drinkers Are Snobs
14 Jun 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Wine aficionados flock from around the world to sample the Western Cape’s wines, and we have much to boast about. Hold off on the snob comments for now.
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Only One Franschhoek Wine Cellar Has A 65-Metre Underground Tunnel
08 May 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
It’s all fun and games exploring the vineyards, but much of a wine farm’s magic happens in the cellars. Some even have massive underground tunnels.
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A Quick Look At Five Of The Most Expensive Wines In South Africa
20 Mar 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
As a proud South African wine consumer, it’s important to know what’s out there, especially if you’re looking to invest in something local.
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Renowned SA Winemaker On How The Drought Will Affect Local Wines
15 Feb 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
It’s no secret that the Western Cape’s water crisis has made life tough for farmers, but what do the experts have to say about our wine industry?
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Now You Can Drink Fancy Wine Without Removing The Cork [Video]
15 Jan 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Showcasing Model Eleven at this year’s CES, Coravin has gone fully automatic with their latest gadget. Might just be worth the investment.
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First Look Inside South Africa’s Most Valuable Wine Box
15 Dec 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
A while back we heard about something we dubbed ‘The Treasure Chest’, and naturally Seth was very excited. Our goodies have arrived so let’s get stuck in.
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SodaStream Reckons You Can Turn Water Into Sparkling Wine On Par With Moet And Veuve
29 Nov 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Fancy treating yourself to a little fine bubbly, but tired of forking out top dollar? SodaStream reckons they’ve solved the problem, although we have our doubts.
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How The Experts Say You Should Prepare For 2018’s “Wine Drought”
15 Nov 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
No one wants to start thinking about next year already, but these tiny pearls of wisdom will definitely help you prep for what’s to come.
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The Biggest Problem With Buying Wine For Under R50 These Days
27 Sep 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
We all like a good deal when it comes to wine, but stump up less than R50 for a bottle and you’ll be faced with a few dilemmas.
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We Chose Our Favourite South African Wines So You Don’t Have To
19 Jul 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Here are a few of our favourite wines, so that next time you have to choose a bottle of wine you’ll know exactly which to pluck off the shelf.
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Petrol Stations, Underwater And Inside Boats – Some Of The World’s Most Obscure Wineries
24 May 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
With the right equipment and a little imagination, one can make wine just about anywhere. Here are five of the most intriguing wineries from across the globe.
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