Reflections on Bouchard Finlayson

WINE magazine editor Cathryn Henderson on the latest offerings from Bouchard Finlayson

Neethlingshof tasting room review

Why Neetlingshof is well worth a visit.

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

SA's most romantic restaurants

Forget the wilted roses and cheesy card. The way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, and few are the women who won’t go weak at the knees for an intimate dinner. Leigh Robertson and Andrea

Mondi RAPPET PET wine bottle

Papsak, box and glass used to be the accepted packaging for wine, but conventional industry standards are now being challenged by the Mondi RAPPET PET wine bottle - made from plastic.

Slow-Roasted Leg of Lamb

An unhurried Lannice Snyman slow-roasts lamb to perfection

Indian Cuisine: In search of SA's best Curry restaurants

Tasked with finding winning flavours, Kim Maxwell, Andrea Burgener and Tracy Gielink went on the curry trail in Cape Town, Jo’burg and Durban.
 
 

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Get away from it all in Darling and the West Coast

We've all considered leaving the fast lane for the slower pace of small town living. Jeanri-Tine van Zyl visits Darling and the West Coast - just outside Cape Town but a million miles away.
Published on: 01 Mar 10
 
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Constantia wine valley

Located only minutes from the centre of town, Constantia is the oldest and one of the most beautiful winemaking areas in South Africa. By Jeanri-Tine van Zyl.
Published on: 18 Jan 10
 
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Why Plett is attracting wine lovers

Plettenberg Bay is known as a property hotspot for St. Tropez-tanned immigrés. Recently, however, a few intrepid souls have begun planting vines – even on polo fields. Jeanri-Tine van Zyl takes a trip up the Garden Route to investigate.
Published on: 23 Dec 09
 
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Out and about in the Klein Karoo

The Klein Karoo Wine Route in the Southern Cape is the easternmost wineproducing region in the country, stretching along Route 62 from Montagu in the west to the Langkloof in the east.
Published on: 18 Nov 09
 
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A visit to Robertson wine valley

Undeniably beautiful, the Robertson wine valley is famous for more than just its wine offerings – especially after the opening of a new deluxe hotel. Jeanri-Tine van Zyl visits.
Published on: 30 Oct 09
 
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Out and about in Elgin

Traditionally an apple-growing region, this cooler viticultural area is starting to produce wines with exceptional fruit expression, Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir doing particularly well.
Published on: 19 Oct 09
 
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Simonsig - top MCC producer 2009

A pioneer in Méthode Cap Classique, Simonsig still leads the pack when it comes to locally produced bubbly. This year its Kaapse Vonkel claims first – and second – position in the Amorim Cork Cap Classique Challenge. Jeanri-Tine van Zyl reports.
Published on: 30 Sep 09
 
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Exploring the sleepy giant called Paarl

In September, sometimes sleepy Paarl comes to life with the Boland town hosting the Nederburg Auction and the Cultivaria festival. Jeanri-Tine van Zyl takes a walk down Main Road and stays in a Duke’s retreat.
Published on: 02 Sep 09
 
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The Breedekloof-district

An hour’s drive from Cape Town, the Breedekloof-district it offers scenic vistas, with stretches of vineyards blanketing the mountains.
Published on: 23 Jul 09
 
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South Africa's culinary capital, Franschhoek

For those inclined to indulge their senses, Franschhoek warrants visiting again and again. By Jeanri-Tine van Zyl.
Published on: 06 Jul 09
 
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Out and about in Voor Paardeberg

In Voor Paardeberg, vistas of total tranquility awaits you.
Published on: 02 Jul 09
 
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Franschhoek must-do's and more

On a repeat visit to Franschhoek we found ample reasons to return again.
Published on: 22 Jun 09
 
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Out and about in Robertson

A district in the Breede River Valley region, Robertson is 160km and two hours’ drive inland from Cape Town. With plantings covering 13 802 ha, it’s renowned for its fertile, lime-rich soils along the Breede River, producing notable Chardonnay among other wines.
Published on: 28 May 09
 
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Out and about in Simonsberg-Paarl

A relatively new ward in the Paarl district, Simonsberg-Paarl is to be found on the north-eastern foothills of the Simonsberg Mountains between Paarl and Stellenbosch, and is home to an array of wellknown wine farms.
Published on: 01 May 09
 
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Out and about in Jonkershoek Valley

A ward in the Stellenbosch district, Jonkershoek Valley boasts a small number of producers – but some pretty big names.
Published on: 14 Apr 09
 
 

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. For more. [click here]
 
 

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]
 
 

Fino Bar & Restaurant

Jo'burg gastronomy follows many parallel paths, and there has never been a better time than now to eat out well in the "city of gold". 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.