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Delheim Estate named Conservation Pioneer in Cape’s Best Wine Tourism Awards
Delheim Estate, long known for its commitment to conserving its natural environment on the Simonsberg Mountain and the array of sustainable farming practices used in creating world-class wines, has been named winner of the Conservation Pioneer Award in the Cape’s Best of Wine Tourism and Ambassador Awards for 2024.
Finalists announced for the 2023 Diners Club Winemaker and Young Winemaker of the Year Awards
The finalists for the Diners Club Winemaker and Young Winemaker of the Year awards have been announced. Six winemakers have been shortlisted to compete for the prestigious Winemaker of the Year award, and six will vie for the Young Winemaker of the Year title.
A landmark Veritas evening for Benguela Cove and KWV
Exciting highlights were reached at the stylish 33rd Veritas Awards, featuring another record number of medals to both well-known brands and novices, while the Duimpie Bayly Vertex Trophy for the best wine entered was clinched by the 2019 Benguela Cove Joie de Vivre Cap Classique.
Announcing the Cape’s Best Of Wine Tourism & Ambassador Award winners for 2024
In their 25th edition, the Great Wine Capitals Best Of Wine Tourism Awards (BOWTA) winners were announced at the 2024 awards ceremony.
New study finds that warm summers and wet winters yield better wine vintages
A research study led by the University of Oxford has found that weather plays an important role in determining wine quality.
Wine bottles to become nearly 25% lighter as leading retailers and wine merchants commit to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
In a ground-breaking development, led by the global industry body the Sustainable Wine Roundtable (SWR), leading wine retailers from around the world including Lidl GB, Naked Wines UK, Naked Wines USA, Systembolaget AB, The Wine Society, Virgin Wines, Waitrose & Partners, Whole Foods Market have reached an Accord to reduce the average weight of 750ml still wine bottles in their range.
Made in the Cape Market, powered by Wesgro, provides exposure to exporters from across the regions in an immersive retail experience at the V&A Waterfront
Proudly South African, Made in the Cape Market powered by Wesgro, officially launched this weekend at the V&A Waterfront.
South Africa Liquor Brand Owners Association (SALBA) welcomes Constitutional Court Ruling on Duty-Free Alcohol Quotas
The Finance Minister’s amendment to the Customs and Excise Act and Vat Act banning the duty-free sale of alcohol and tobacco products to foreign diplomats is a turning point in the enforcement of stricter measures on curbing the illicit trade of alcohol. SALBA welcomes this ruling and encourages more decisive action of this nature.
Veritas Awards: tasting the best countrywide
Wine enthusiasts can look forward to experiencing the star-studded Veritas Double Gold and Gold Medal winning wines and brandies of the 2023 Awards at a series of tastings countrywide, presented by Deloitte at their various offices in Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban.
The clear business case for sustainable agriculture
Sustainability is not only about humanity adapting to changes and finding ways to fulfil the needs of current generations without compromising the needs of future generations; it also provides significant financial benefits to farmers.
The Intercontinental Wine Challenge 2023 Results
The inaugural Southern Hemisphere tasting of the Intercontinental Wine Challenge has taken place with South Africa scooping four double gold awards, Chile two, and Australia one double gold award.
The Symphony of South African Excellence: Perold Absa Cape Blend and Pinotage Rosé Awards
Since its inception in 2011, the Perold Absa Cape Blend competition has stood as a beacon, beckoning winemakers to craft their finest Cape Blends, subjecting them to the discerning palates of experts.