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No ABC syndrome for Shiraz

As a wine lover you’re no doubt enthusiastic about Shiraz, but as it draws further attention, what does the future actually hold for this variety; locally and as a global player?

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Nederburg Auction ended on a high note this year, banking a total of R5, 683, 810.

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No ABC syndrome for Shiraz

As a wine lover you’re no doubt enthusiastic about Shiraz, but as it draws further attention, what does the future actually hold for this variety; locally and as a global player?

The Nederburg Auction: no frills but still as decadent

Nederburg Auction ended on a high note this year, banking a total of R5, 683, 810.
 
 

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Biodynamic wines demystified

From Domaines Leroy, Leflaive and De la Romanée-Conti in Burgundy to Cullen and Henschke in Australia, biodynamic farming clearly works for some of the world’s best producers.
Published on: 27 Jul 10
 
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Roasted fillet of springbok

Matthew Gordon plays with flavours and textures to complement a spicy Shiraz, writes Emma Odendaal.
Published on: 27 Jul 10
 
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Wines with heart, food with soul

Preparing a menu to be paired with the best of Hartenberg Shiraz could easily have been intimidating for up-and-coming chef Stefan Marais of Societi Bistro, but rather than be daunted, Stefan was bravely experimental – and the result wowed food and wine writers alike.
Published on: 27 Jul 10
 
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Flavours of the East

Know your korma from your thom-kha gai? The WINE team, together with Jean-Pierre Rossouw, sifted through the broad spectrum of Asian restaurants in SA to find their favourites.
Published on: 22 Jul 10
 
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Muscadel-poached pears

Going back to basics is the best way of capturing the charm of Muscadel suggests Anna Trapido.
Published on: 02 Jul 10
 
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Buying guide: Muscadel

Muscat de Frontignan is the name by which Muscat Blanc à Petit Grains, the finest of many Muscat wine varieties, is known in South Africa. It is a white grape variety but a red mutation also occurs. The epithet of Muscadel applies to fortified wines - grape juice that has been fortified with grape spirit.
Published on: 02 Jul 10
 
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Buying guide: sweet wines

Though Natural Sweet, Noble Late Harvest and Vin de Paille (Straw Wine) are all styles of sweet wine, their respective methods of production differ significantly.
Published on: 02 Jul 10
 
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New menu from Grande Provence

A new signature menu from acclaimed chef Darren Roberts has me venturing out to Franschhoek on a cold winter's afternoon.
Published on: 30 Jun 10
 
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Pan-seared local foie gras

A drizzling of dessert wine over breakfast may sound unusual, but Zachary’s Geoffrey Murray is all about the unexpected, writes Nikki Lordan.
Published on: 22 Jun 10
 
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Cheating in the wine industry – why does it happen?

It seems wine has been manipulated, adulterated and counterfeited for as long as it has been made. Joanne Gibson takes a look at fraud and cheating scandals in the wine industry.
Published on: 17 Jun 10
 
 

Win A One-Night Stay For Two Sharing At Kurland Luxury Hotel

Enjoy a luxurious stay-over at Kurland Hotel, near the picturesque beach resorts of Plettenberg Bay and Nature's Valley, in the heart of the Garden Route in South Africa. For more. [click here]
 
 

Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show 2010

Everything you need to know about this year's Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show. For more. [click here]
 
 

Panel chairman's choice: September 2010

This month Christian Eedes looks at wines from Hermanuspietersfontein; Durbanville Hills; Capaia and Rupert & Rothschild. For more. [click here]
 
 

Olympia Café and Deli

This steadfastly grungy café in Kalk Bay is an unassuming but wildly popular food Mecca. Locals use it as their office, foodies as their escape, and whether you're dining on the run or have come for an all-out Olympia experience, disappointment is rare. For more. [click here]
 
 
 
 
 
No ABC syndrome for Shiraz
As a wine lover you’re no doubt enthusiastic about Shiraz, but as it draws further attention, what does the future actually hold for this variety; locally and as a global player?
 
The Nederburg Auction: no frills but still as decadent
Nederburg Auction ended on a high note this year, banking a total of R5, 683, 810.