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Winemaking for the future
Auric infinity technology represents a groundbreaking development in winemaking, paving the way for a sustainable, additive-free future.
More than family
Located in the heart of the Stellenbosch Winelands, Meinert Wines is a boutique winery that redefines what it means to be family means business.
Getting creative in Croatia
Croatian winery Clai Wines has a special connection with South Africa.
Sauvignon from the sea
A chance encounter, an Italian connection and the rising tides of the Atlantic Ocean led to an experimental wine produced according to an ancient Roman winemaking method.
Delheim Estate opens pine forests to Stellenbosch University forestry students
The 30ha pine-tree forest on Delheim Wine Estate on Stellenbosch’s Simonsberg has led to a rekindling of the relationship between Delheim and Stellenbosch University’s Department of Forest and Wood Science as students from the department are now using the Delheim forest for research due to the lack of suitable forest settings in the region.
Steenberg’s 2025 Harvest: A Vintage Defined by Precision and Promise
As the dust settles on the 2025 harvest season, Steenberg Vineyards reflects on a year marked by resilience, consistency, and exceptional quality. With steady yields, outstanding grape health, and a harvest timeline aligned with historical norms, winemaker Elunda Basson and viticulturist Vlok Hanekom believe 2025 will deliver one of Steenberg’s finest vintages.
Beyond the barrel: Innovation meets tradition in South African winemaking
The South African wine industry stands at the crossroads of heritage and innovation. While the roots of winemaking in Stellenbosch trace back centuries, modern advancements are reshaping the landscape, allowing winemakers to refine techniques while staying true to time-honoured traditions. From sustainable farming practices to cutting-edge viticulture technology, the balance between the old and the new is shaping the future of winemaking in South Africa.
What’s on the table: South African dining trends for 2025
Dineplan spoke to South Africa’s culinary chefs and industry insiders to find out what we can expect in 2025.
With consumer confidence at its highest since 2019, the local wine industry charts strategic course for 2025 despite previous year’s headwinds
The South African wine industry begins 2025 with cautious optimism, according to leading distributor Vinimark's first-quarter Market Review.
ROTOCON launches third annual student wine label design competition
ROTOCON has kicked off its third annual student wine label design competition in partnership with the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT). The competition is open to undergraduate students in TUT’s Department of Visual Communication (Integrated Communication Design (ICD)), Faculty of Arts & Design, with 60 students participating.
Winners announced: 60th Fleur du Cap Theatre Awards
The Fleur du Cap Theatre Awards, often referred to as the ‘Oscars’ of Cape Town’s theatre industry, celebrated their 60th year in spectacular fashion at a glamorous ceremony at DHL Cape Town Stadium on Sunday, 23 March. Winners across 23 categories were honoured for their outstanding contributions to the performing arts, both on and off the stage.
60th Fleur du Cap Theatre Awards announce special award recipients for 2025
The panel of judges for the 60th Fleur du Cap Theatre Awards, sponsored by HEINEKEN Beverages, has announced the recipients of the 2025 special awards ahead of the highly anticipated ceremony at Cape Town Stadium on Sunday, 23 March.