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De Wetshof estate

Last year Danie de Wet retired after years in service at KWV. Jeanri-Tine van Zyl spent a day on family estate De Wetshof and got a glimpse into the life and ideals of this venerable man of the cellar.
 

Shaken, not stirred in Tulbagh

Eccentric Tulbagh is situated just over an hour’s drive from Cape Town. Having been shaken by a large-scale earthquake in 1969, the town has an interesting story to tell.
 

De Grendel tasting room review

Why De Grendel in Durbanville is well worth a visit.
 

Neil Ellis on producing his outstanding wines

After nearly four decades in the local wine industry, Neil Ellis brings all his experience to bear with his outstanding Cabernet Sauvignon 2007. By Christian Eedes.
 

Neethlingshof tasting room review

Why Neetlingshof is well worth a visit.
 

Kaapzicht wine farm

It's taken three decades but Danie Steytler and family have transformed Kaapzicht from unsung bulk wine producer to one of South Africa's top red wine cellars. Christian Eedes reports.
 

Lourensford tasting room review

Why a visit to Lourensford's tasting room is worth it.
 

Standing tall

The success that Stellenbosch winery Kleine Zalze enjoys with Chenin Blanc suggests that the rehabilitation of this long downtrodden variety is almost complete. By Christian Eedes.
 

Out and about in Tulbagh

Where to go and what to see when visiting the district of Tulbagh.
 

Boekenhoutskloof

First conceived in 2002, Boekenhoutskloof The Chocolate Block has grown its red blend market share every year since.
 
 

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