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Top SA Winery Reveals Major Expansion Plans
09 Oct 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
If you want to remain one of the country’s most successful wineries, then you can’t afford to rest on your laurels.
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What The Wine You’re Given Says About Your Level Of Friendship
07 Aug 2018 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
Most of us will lug a bottle of wine along to a friend’s place for dinner, and getting that part right is something of a fine art.
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When You Try Way Too Hard To Sound Knowledgable About Wine [Video]
02 Jul 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
We all have that one friend who loves to show off their extensive wine knowledge, but watching someone flounder is far more enjoyable.
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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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2018’s Most Exciting Wine Trend Sounds Too Odd To Be True
03 Apr 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Who would have guessed that 2018’s biggest wine trend would involve lava and volcanoes? Not us, but apparently it’s all the rage.
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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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Russian Man Steals Tank And Goes On Rampage [Videos]
16 Jan 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
You might have taken your parent’s car for a joyride when you were younger, but have you ever stolen a tank and rammed it into a store?
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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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Struggling To Fall Pregnant? Have You Tried Red Wine?
30 Oct 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
If you have been trying to get pregnant, a good dose of red wine might help you with the process. At least that’s what one study has now suggested.
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Water Crisis Will Lead To Wine Drought
27 Oct 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Wow, talk about kicking us while we’re down. Apparently the local wine industry is gearing up for tough times ahead, and that spells bad news for consumers too.
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Here’s How You Get Your Hands On SA’s Rarest Wine
17 Oct 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Here’s one for the wine snobs and investors alike, because it’s not every day that you get the chance to own such a tasty piece of history.
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Um, Is Dark Chocolate Actually Healthy Or Are We Being Conned?
10 Oct 2017 by Jasmine Stone / 1 Comment
Gone are the days of shovelling chocolate down the hatch without a little guilt, but that’s why we eat dark chocolate now. So, do we have a leg to stand on?
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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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What You’ll Find Inside The Emmys’ R 665 000 Gift Bag
20 Sep 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Who doesn’t love free stuff, and there’s plenty to be found inside this year’s Emmy Awards gift bag. Oh to be famous.
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Where And When To Watch The Apple iPhone X Launch Online Today
12 Sep 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Finally, later today, Apple will be announcing the new products they’re launching. Of course that includes the 10th anniversary of the iPhone, so here’s how to watch.
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Check Out What R16 Million Will Buy You In Hermanus These Days
01 Sep 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Hey big spender, isn’t it time you stopped crashing at your mate’s parent’s place and landed some seaside property of your own? We’ll get you started.
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Pairing Red Wine With Meat And Six Other Wine Myths Busted [Video]
04 Aug 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
So you have that one friend who can smell a hint of elderberry and a whiff of truffle from a mile away. Don’t worry, we all do, so send them this video.
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These South African Wines Are Actually Very Solid Investment Opportunities
02 Aug 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
If you have some spare cash lying around, you might want to invest in fine South African wine. The experts have even picked which ones are performing best.
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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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The Public Has Voted And These Are South Africa’s Top 10 Steakhouses
21 Jun 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
After a month of public voting, we now have a list of the country’s best steakhouses. If meat is your thing you’ll want to check this out.
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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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2oceansvibe Partners With Number One Winery In South Africa
19 May 2017 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
Controversial? Look, I’m sure that headline may well get your goat, but we don’t need our own personal opinion to back this one up.
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If You’re Holding Your Wine Glass Like This, You’re Making A Mistake
15 May 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Ever wondered why your wine doesn’t taste like quite as delightful as it should? It could come down to the way you are holding it, so time to level up.
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Old Wine For The Win – Why Aging Can Get You Better Results
20 Mar 2013 by Jasmine Stone / 1 Comment
A few columns back I mentioned the RE:CM 10 year old wine awards, and how some of the wines I tasted during the judging (I was filming not judging) were not very good. I couldn’t mention the best ones, as the results had not yet been made public. I can now talk freely as the awards have been handed out.
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