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WINE magazine editor Cathryn Henderson on the latest offerings from Bouchard Finlayson
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Vine smuggling
So poor was the selection of grape varieties available in South Africa at one point that quality-minded winemakers were forced to resort to smuggling...............................................................................................................
Basic instinct
Though the subject of wine may appear intimidating to the beginner, the key is to trust your own palate. By Beverley Blanning MW...............................................................................................................
SA's top 10 examples of Sauvignon Blanc
There is surely no other local wine category with the same depth of quality as Sauvignon Blanc. Joanne Gibson and Jeanri-Tine van Zyl take a closer look at this year’s top performers...............................................................................................................
An A to Z of WineX Johannesburg
Wine is a product that rewards curiosity, so don’t just visit the big-name stands. On the following pages are mini-profiles of all the exhibitors at this year’s show...............................................................................................................
WineX top 10 wines on show
There are over 1 000 wines for you to sample at WineX Johannesburg, so where to start? Editor Christian Eedes advises on 10 examples of Sauvignon Blanc that you shouldn’t miss, while Carrie Adams, partner and wine buyer at leading Johannesburg retail outlet Norman Goodfellows, and wine writer Neil Pendock make some more general recommendations...............................................................................................................
Reasons to visit WineX Johannesburg
RMB WineX Johannesburg runs from 27 to 30 October at the Sandton Convention Centre. Show chairman Michael Fridjhon introduces this year’s event, which provides an unparalleled opportunity for wine lovers to meet the country’s top producers...............................................................................................................
Vineyard fires
Bacon. Biltong. Salami. Old leather. Stuffiness. Cigars. These flavours might not be unwelcome in a gentlemen’s club, but you wouldn’t want them in your wine...............................................................................................................
A look at sulphur in wine
Sulphites in wine are an essential part of the winemaking process. Increasingly, however, they are being blamed for causing adverse reactions in wine drinkers. Jeanri-Tine van Zyl investigates...............................................................................................................
Pick six: September 2009
How does South Africa stack up against the rest of the world? Here we compare and contrast local wines against their international counterparts. This month: Pinot Noir...............................................................................................................
Smoking and wine tasting
What are the effects of smoking on wine tasting? Maryke Visagie investigates...............................................................................................................
Pick six: August 2009
These wines are all silver medal winners at this year's Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show...............................................................................................................
Pick six: July 2009
Riesling is arguably the world's most under-valued fine white grape, making wines of great purity and extraordinary longevity.
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WIN one of five double tickets to the Franschhoek Oesfees
The third annual Franschhoek Oesfees (harvest festival) will be held at the Solms-Delta wine estate on Saturday, 27 March 2010 from 11.00 until 21.00. For more. [click here]
Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show 2010
Everything you need to know about this year's Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show.
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Tasting editor's choice: March 2010
This month Christian Eedes looks at wines from Zevenwacht, KWV Reserve, Boland Cellar and Eagles’ Nest. For more. [click here]
Johannesburg restaurants and dining culture
A look at Jozi restaurants and the Gauteng dining culture. For more. [click here]
WINE magazine editor Cathryn Henderson on the latest offerings from Bouchard Finlayson
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.
