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Kloovenburg tasting room review

Relatively new to the business of wine, Kloovenburg Vineyards celebrated a decade of winemaking last year. Not that the Du Toits need any introduction: theirs is a famous name in the Swartland valley.
 

Allesverloren tasting room review

Situated just outside the rural town of Riebeek Kasteel, Allesverloren Estate has a history of winemaking dating back more than 200 years.
 

Diemersdal tasting room review

We visit Durbanville winery Diemersdal.
 

Altydgedacht tasting room review

This Durbanville estate, in the Parker family since 1852, can rightfully be proud of its lineage of winemakers, but maybe the “longstanding traditions” should be toned down at the cellar door.
 

Rijk's tasting room review

Driving back to the four-way stop in Tulbagh, take a left into the main road and drive a kilometre or less to the entrance of Rijk’s Private Cellar, on your left.
 
Saronsberg's Illustrious Tasting Rooms

Saronsberg tasting room review

Does Saronsberg's tasting room deliver on expectations?
 

Hamilton Russell tasting room review

The tasting room at Hamilton Russell does not deliver. Here is why.
 
Bellingham's The Maverick Chenin Blanc

Bellingham The Maverick announced best wooded Chenin Blanc

Bellingham The Maverick Chenin Blanc 2006 is the best wooded Chenin Blanc in the 2009 Chenin Blanc Challenge.
 

Koelenbosch Houtverouderd Chenin Blanc 2007 offers exceptional value

Koelenbosch houtverouderd Chenin Blanc 2007 is true value at an exceptional price.
 

Mooiplaas Estate in Stellenbosch

Following a 4 Star rating last year for Mooiplaas Estate’s unwooded Chenin Blanc 2006, Louis and Tielman Roos have triumphed this year with their top-rated 2008 vintage. Mike Froud reports on the winners of the 2009 SurePure Chenin Blanc Challenge.
 
 

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