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Wines
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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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Spoil Dad This Father’s Day With Wine That Excelled In Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate South Africa Report
10 Jun 2024 by Tayla / No Comments
Whether he’s a Merlot Man, a Pinot Pappa, a Cabernet Franc Father or an Optima Oupa, there is a world-renowned and highly sought-after wine for every kind of dad out there with Anthony Rupert Wines.
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Brunch In The Franschhoek Winelands Has Never Looked This Perfect
16 Jan 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
This bubbles-filled brunch in one of the most gorgeous parts of our country, the Franschhoek Winelands, is probably the mother of all brunches.
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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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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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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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Sorted: The Perfect Leftover Wine Winter Recipe
20 Apr 2022 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Sorry, what is leftover wine? Believe it or not, some people actually stop short of finishing every bottle they open.
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Canadian Review Raves About Three Cape Wines
06 Apr 2022 by Tayla / No Comments
It’s always a proud moment when a foreign publication boasts on our behalf about three of the most lekker Cape wines.
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Simple Tips From Sommeliers To Get The Most Out Of Your Wine
08 Feb 2022 by Tayla / No Comments
Whether you’re a wine expert or an amateur imbiber, knowing the details about what you’re sipping on can help you enjoy it just that much more.
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Five Wine Trends To Keep An Eye On This Year
26 Jan 2022 by Tayla / No Comments
If there is one thing that we can safely predict about the year 2022, it is that a whole lot of wine is going to be consumed.
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Breakfast (And Lunch) Is Best Served In Franschhoek
13 Jan 2022 by Tayla / No Comments
Surrounded by the postcard-perfect Groot Drakenstein Mountains, Franschhoek is the perfect spot for your first meal of the day.
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Finally, The Research Red Wine Lovers Have Been Waiting For
21 Oct 2021 by Tayla / No Comments
A research paper has dug deeper into all the ways that a good red wine can make life seem more magical.
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Wine And Food Pairings Don’t Get Much Better Than This
20 Aug 2021 by Tayla / No Comments
Think ostrich tartare, slow-braised venison ravioli, and a pepper-crusted springbok loin, all paired to perfection with wines from one of our favourites.
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Wine Fans Rejoice With A Red For Every Occasion
04 Aug 2021 by Tayla / No Comments
We still have a decent stretch of winter left before spring moves in with all its buds and blossoms, and that means there are still a few opportunities left to enjoy a satisfying glass of red wine.
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Cape Wines Crush It In Prestigious US Tasting Review
05 Jul 2021 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
According to Wine Spectator, a leading US lifestyle magazine that focuses on wine and wine culture, we are very much spoilt for choice.
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We’re In For A Cracking 2021 Wine Harvest
21 Jun 2021 by Tayla / No Comments
Thanks to cool temperatures, unusually high rainfall, and a late harvest, this year’s wine will be of “exceptional” quality.
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Franschhoek And Bubbles – Say Hello To The Perfect Festival
22 Apr 2021 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
‘Follow the Bubbles’ will see nine very special Franschhoek venues pairing up with a Cap Classique house or two for a session of fabulous tasting, along with delicious food, live music, and loads of fun.
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All Is Not Lost If You Miss Out On Chenin In The Winelands
09 Apr 2021 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The Chenin in the Winelands summer picnic is upon us, but those who are unable to make it shouldn’t wallow in self-pity.
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They Tasted That Bottle Of Wine That Spent A Year In Space, And…
26 Mar 2021 by Carrie / No Comments
12 lucky connoisseurs got the chance to crack open an R89 000 bottle of wine, that has spent the last year in space.
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Our Top Five Favourite Ways To Open Wine Without A Bottle Opener
27 Aug 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
There are few things worse than hankering for a glass of wine, before realising that you have no idea where the corkscrew is.
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Level 2 Euphoria: How To Get The Rupert Wines Optima (2016) For R183, Before The Public Even Sees It
19 Aug 2020 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
I’m not a ‘member’ of many loyalty programs. I’m still wondering what the whole Woolies MySchool thing is all about. Do I just keep swiping? Until when? And yes, packets please – I left my bags at home.
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SA Wine Industry Headed For Jobs “Bloodbath”
18 Aug 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
You never, ever want to read the words “jobs” and “bloodbath” in the same sentence, but these are the times in which we live.
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Five Wineries In Sonoma That Produce The Best California Wines
09 Jun 2020 by Damon Sivitilli / No Comments
Sonoma is a popular wine region in California that produces some of the best wines in the world.
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REPORT: Seth’s Lockdown At Cabine Du Cap [Images]
09 Apr 2020 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
Firmly ensconced in the Klein Karoo’s first choice for luxury isolation, Cabine du Cap, Seth is keeping healthy and active by chasing baboons, pouring wine, and ensuring “off the grid living” runs seamlessly.
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Bringing Wine To A Dinner Party? Consider These Etiquette Tips
02 Dec 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
December is the month where you finally catch up with all the friends you’ve been talking about seeing during the year. If you’re bringing wine, bear these tips in mind.
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Latest Glowing Review Of Our Winelands Comes Via Canada
14 Nov 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
A prominent Canadian travel site recently published a wonderful article singing the praises of our very own Cape Winelands.
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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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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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