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State of Estates

Neil Pendock considers the estate concept and finds it falls between two stools labeled "single vineyard wines" and "Wine of Origin Western Cape."
 

Bottelary Wine Centre, Stellenbosch

I almost feel as though I should start out with one of those health warnings: Christian Eedes is out of the office on a wine road trip. (And yes, we do travel to far-flung regions to bring WINE magazine readers the real story of South African wine.)
 

How do supermarkets choose the wines they sell?

You may look down at supermarket own-label wines as bargain-basement products for people with no sense of adventure. But the big buyers seem committed to raising their game, reports Joanne Simon.
 

The Ultimate Start-up Cellar

You've decided you want a more substantial wine collection than just a few bottles at the bottom of the cupboard. Here's our take on what to buy.
 

The rise of South African white blends

It seems that there's nothing like making a white blend to bring out the romantic in a winemaker. But will the wine sell? Joanne Simon discovers the philosophy, poetry and passion - not to mention potential - in a niche category.
 

Wine by the glass

Almost everyone complains about the price of a bottle of wine in restaurants - and the lack of choice. Wine by the glass used to mean a "wine from the box" - but that picture's changing. Fiona McDonald investigates.
 

A word on Etiquette

If you just wish to open a bottle, drink the wine and move on, read no further. This is where tips on serving wine take a civilised, sophisticated turn in doing things right and proper like.
 

Caring for your wine

Wine is 'alive', evolving in the bottle from the time it's made until it's 'over the hill'. As it develops to peak condition, and even in its prime, it needs proper care - or it could let you down.
 

Home Cellaring

See what WINE magazine recommends when it comes to buying, storing and caring for your wine over the weeks, months and years to come.
 

Opening and Serving

There are right and wrong ways to serve wine - not always obvious, mostly for good reasons. Adhere to some basic guidelines and your wine will be so much more enjoyable.
 
 

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