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Dust the cobwebs off your Sauvignon
Is Sauvignon Blanc set to remain the Lolita of the wine world?
Published on: 26 Mar 10
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Winemaking at De Grendel: part 3
As precious Merlot juice squirted over De Grendel's cellar floor I found even more reasons to enjoy winemaking.
Published on: 23 Mar 10
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A wine from the Free State called Thornbury
A trip to the Free State reveals a tenacious Cabernet Sauvignon and the country's best value Bordeaux-blend.
Published on: 15 Mar 10
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Soaring like an eagle, drinking like a goose
During a visit to the Garden Route last year to investigate emerging wineries, I was introduced to Ganzekraal, home of The Goose wines - a joint venture incorporating top-golfer Retief Goosen as namesake and partner.
Published on: 03 Mar 10
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The beautiful blend
As news of the De Grendel vintage arrives in my inbox, I smile at the thought of having a hand in the contents of one 250ℓtank in the wine farm’s cellar.
Published on: 03 Mar 10
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Winemaking at De Grendel: Part 1
Making wine is fun if you know what you are doing...
Published on: 02 Feb 10
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Seduced by Cape Town. Vindicated by Versfeld.
A philosophical take on Cape Town’s culinary temptations.
Published on: 14 Jan 10
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Nothing bland about Vanilla
Last week Wildekrans launched their latest MCC at Vanilla Restaurant at new fashion piazza Cape Quarter Extension.
Published on: 29 Oct 09
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Portofino owner versus"The Customer"
Shocking email correspondence between Portofino owner and "The Customer".
Published on: 13 Oct 09
