D'Aria's five star stunner

Due to the huge popularity of Sauvignon Blanc, WINE magazine decided to have a panel tasting of those examples that were not included in last November’s Sauvignon Blanc Top 10 competition.

A list of suggested wedding wines

If you can really splurge, why not go all out and serve the real deal? Champagnes can be sourced from various retailers in the country for under R450. And even if you do not want to share with the guests, Champagne is a must-have for the wedding night!

WINE magazine TOPS at SPAR Sauvignon Blanc Top 10

The WINE magazine TOPS at SPAR Sauvignon Blanc Top 10 is a joint initiative recognising the consistent excellence of South African Sauvignon Blanc and honouring superlative, benchmark wines in the category.

Sauvignon Blanc Top 10

The inaugural WINE magazine TOPS at SPAR Sauvignon Blanc Top 10 awards were held at Bread & Wine in Franschhoek.

Buying guide: Sauvignon Blanc

There was a cloud hanging over Sauvignon Blanc prior to the 2005 harvest, with three producers having been fingered for adulterating their 2004 vintage with flavourants. The good news is that 2005 has produced one of the best categories ever reviewed in WINE, and that some of what rated best in 2004 has developed with interest. Fiona McDonald reports.