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Congratulations to the WSET Diploma Bursary winners
May has been an incredible month of good news. Not only did the International Wine Education Centre announce fifteen recipients of a WSET Level 3 Award in Wines Bursary granted by the Gérard Basset Foundation, they also have two brand new WSET Level 4 Diploma Students joining them for their August intake.
Announcement of new Chief Executive Officer
Historic Wines of the Cape, the managerial company of acclaimed wine brands, La Motte Wine Estate and Leopard’s Leap Wines, is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer - Kobie Lochner.
Swirl, sniff, sip and story – how narrative makes wine mean more
Long before tasting rooms and Insta-worthy vineyards, there were people. Characters. Romances. Epic treks. And, yes, wine. It turns out that what’s in the bottle often starts with what’s on the page. Because the truth is, the more you know about a wine’s backstory, the more you feel connected to the glass in your hand.
Diners Club International marks 75th Anniversary with $750,000 donation to World Central Kitchen
Diners Club International® has announced a donation of $750,000 to World Central Kitchen to aid communities impacted by natural disasters and humanitarian crises worldwide. For every purchase made with a Diners Club card globally on May 7, 2025, the company provided one meal, up to a total of $750,000. Diners Club Members globally met the donation maximum, indicating a successful donation day.
Hazendal launches limited-edition prestige Brut by Athi-Patra Ruga to support SA Arts
Hazendal Wine Estate is proud to launch the Artist Series | Limited Edition label.
KWV The Mentors’ 6th Limited Release Elevates South Africa’s Cabernet Sauvignon Legacy
On Monday evening, 19 May, the Hilton London Olympia hosted a highly anticipated event on the international wine calendar: the unveiling of The Mentors Limited Release Cabernet Sauvignon 2022.
Dan Really Likes Wine expands with a podcast format
Dan Nicholl, founder of Dan Really Likes Wine has launched a podcast version of SA’s most-loved wine show thanks to a nudge from Mike Ratcliffe.
Rooted in Clay: A new ceramic exhibition at Spier Wine Farm
Art lovers, curious visitors and ceramics collectors, start making plans to visit Spier Wine Farm’s historic Old Wine Cellar for ‘Grounded Practice’ – a new ceramics exhibition opening on 26 May.
Unpacking wine: A practical journey through the environmental landscape of packaging
This is the most complete resource on wine packaging, featuring a foreword by Jancis Robinson and global contributions from Porto Protocol Members.
Le Grand Jardin Villa launches fine art and the art of winemaking experiences
Custodians of Le Grand Jardin Villa, situated in Devon Valley, Stellenbosch, Bernard and Sue Fontannaz have launched, in collaboration with ARTROUTE, a Cape-based specialist art and design tour company – curated art experiences featuring Stellenbosch galleries, private collections, and iconic art destinations in the region.
Waterford Antigo – A tale of two soils
At Waterford Estate, Cabernet Sauvignon is more than just a grape – it’s a philosophy, a passion, and a legacy. Of our portfolio, the Waterford Antigo reflects this depth of understanding and the unique diversity of our estate.
Dutch diversity
Dutch entrepreneurs Marianne and Fons Aaldering began their journey to produce some of South Africa’s finest wines in 2004 when they bought a 27-ha estate in Devon Valley, Stellenbosch. This marked the establishment of Aaldering Vineyards & Wines, a company dedicated to delivering premium wines to wine enthusiasts around the globe.