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The Future of Futures

Until now, the en primeur market for South African wine has remained undeveloped. However, there’s an increasing body of opinion that the practice of early purchase for later profit is about to take hold. Rob Morris investigates.
 

More Questions than Answers: the cork vs screwcap divide

While there are those who take up intractable positions on either side of the cork vs. screwcap divide, the truth concerning what the best closure for wine is lies somewhere in between. Grape.co.za editor Tim James CWM provides an overview.
 

A lot of bottle

Every few years WINE conducts a survey of reader interests and information. Results show that not only is wine a central focus of our readers' interests, but food as well - particularly restaurants. But how do we know about how restaurants view wine? Fiona McDonald reports.
 

Morning after blues

Overindulged, underslept, feeling shaky and sweaty… Sound familiar? You’re experiencing classic hangover symptoms. Fiona McDonald speaks to a few winemakers and investigates hangovers, their causes and treatment.
 

Spare the blushes

Having always been the poor relation of red land white wine, Rosè is suddenly in huge demand and appearing in very respectable circles indeed. But can it ever really be taken seriously? Joanne Simon explains why she, for one, has started drinking pink.
 

Chateau Latour vs De Trafford

Four vintages of David Trafford’s Cabernet Sauvignon were recently tasted against their Château Latour equivalents. Christian Eedes reports.
 

Chateau Latour vs De Trafford

Four vintages of David Trafford’s Cabernet Sauvignon were recently tasted against their Château Latour equivalents. Christian Eedes reports.
 

Are South Africa's white wines better than the reds? Christian Eedes

More and more opinion makers rate SA white wines ahead of its reds. Christian Eedes asks why.
 

Riesling's revival

Finally, the Riesling renaissance has arrived - and is it any surprise that the greatest consumer market in the world, the United States, is driving demand?
 

Home-grown Rhône

Whilst varietal Shiraz is emerging as one of South Africa's strongest suits, its role within Rhône-style blends offers a fresh take and potentially strong marketing advantage. Rob Morris investigates.
 
 

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