Cider reveals it's fizz

There are a number of parallels between winemaking and cider production, as well as distinctions – with renewed focus on style, cider is creating quite the fizz.

Elegance evolves, the subjective imperative

Stylistic differences in wine keep the imbiber engaged, they occupy the palate and mind of the wine judge and are the very reality that makes the world of wine such a brilliant subject. That the essence of a descriptor, like elegance, can’t be fully ascertained further adds to the amusement.

South African Wine Legends

Some facilitated change, inspired with new ideas, ignored authority, dreamt big, made wines that will live forever, were incredible tasters or were, simply, adored characters: these are the people – living and dead – without whom Wine magazine can’t imagine the winelands.

A corner to keep in mind: Houw Hoek Pass

Into the heart of Bot River where rustic farm appeal and quiet countryside abound, along with some ‘vintage’ production methods.

Stamps and footprints

Reflections on some notable moments in wine history.