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De Toren, Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch farm De Toren, and its mini-elevator, have become highly acclaimed in a very short space of time. By Mike Froud.
 

Diemersfontein Pinotage has taken South Africa by storm. This is why.

The pronounced mocha aromas and flavours on the Pinotage from Wellington farm Diemersfontein have made it a popular favourite.
 

Amani wine farm, Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch farm Amani is named after the Swahili word for "peace". American couple Rusty and Lynde Myers, along with winemaker Carmen Stevens, now run it. By Christian Eedes.
 

The other wine areas: Koekenaap, the Langkloof and Outeniqua

Elim and Agulhas are more recongnisable as fledging wine areas, but how many people know of Koekenaap, the Langkloof or Outeniqua? Fiona McDonald reports on the vinous promise these areas display.
 

What to do for a few hours in Rawsonville

What to do and where to go if you have a day – or even just a few hours – in the winelands. By Fiona McDonald
 

A few hours in Wellington

What to do and where to go if you have a day – or even just a few hours – in Wellington. By Fiona McDonald
 

Chenin Blanc Challenge 2008 Winner

Jean Daneel’s decision to go solo is paying dividends with him having won the 2008 Chenin Blanc Challenge, the third time he has won this competition. Christian Eedes reports.
 

From Overgaauw to Jordan along the Stellenboschkloof road

The more things change the more they stay the same. By Fiona McDonald.
 

South Africa's Young Winemakers

They share an enthusiasm for wine and for life, have travelled widely and tasted great wines. They’re ambitious, both personally and as proud South Africans. Fiona McDonald reports on these representatives of the new generation of South African winemakers.
 

Theuniskraal Riesling

Theuniskraal Riesling is for many the first rung on the ladder of SA wine brands. Neil Pendock comes over all nostalgic for the wines of braai's past.
 
 

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