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Tuesday, 27 October, 2026

2026 Sauvignon Blanc SA Seminar: Fresh insights. Great minds. Exceptional wines.

Join Megan van der Merwe, Pieter-Niel Rossouw, Juandre Bruwer, Jean Nel, Morgan Steyn, Dr Tara Southey and Dr Carien Coetzee for a morning of fresh perspectives, thought-provoking discussions and plenty of outstanding Sauvignon Blanc.

Sauvignon Blanc SA

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Friday, 23 October, 2026

The vibrant Veritas Vertex victor born from pure patience - KWV Laborie Cap Classique Blanc de Blancs 2020

The secret in creating the vibrancy and character of the victorious Duimpie Bayly Vertex Trophy with its Laborie Cap Classique Blanc de Blancs 2020 at the latest Veritas Awards, was patience, precision and intimate vineyard knowledge over time.

Veritas Awards

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Wednesday, 28 October, 2026

Pinotage Saturday at Dekkersvlei Vineyards: Celebrating 101 years of Pinotage

Join us at Dekkersvlei Vineyards in Paarl for Pinotage Saturday on Saturday, 31 October 2026, a celebration of South Africa’s signature grape and the start of the summer season.

Dekkersvlei Vineyards

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Wednesday, 28 October, 2026

What’s happening at Babylonstoren in November?

As summer arrives at Babylonstoren, November brings festive gifting, award-winning food and wine, seasonal garden experiences, hands-on workshops, and memorable long table gatherings

Babylonstoren

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Wednesday, 28 October, 2026

Recipe: Fragrant curried lamb chops, served with a fresh peach and tomato sambal paired with Spier 21 Gables Pinotage

The curried lamb chops, cooked over hot coals and served with a fresh peach and tomato sambal. The richness of the lamb, gentle spice and sweet-tangy fruit make a natural match for Spier 21 Gables Pinotage.

Spier

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Wednesday, 28 October, 2026

Build your own case of award-winning Darling wines

Summer is making its way back to Darling, bringing longer afternoons, smoky braais, tables that fill up with friends and that wonderful South African habit of opening just one more bottle.

Darling Cellars

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Wednesday, 28 October, 2026

A closer connection to Waterford Estate

We are pleased to introduce two new ways to enjoy Waterford Estate: our new Wine Subscription Circles and our loyalty programme, designed to reward your continued support.

Waterford Estate

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Wednesday, 28 October, 2026

Passing the baton: Inside Stellenbosch Wine Routes’ strategic leadership pivot

After nearly a decade at the helm of South Africa’s premier wine region, Michael Ratcliffe has officially stepped down as chairperson of the Stellenbosch Wine Routes board. Taking up the mantle is respected industry icon Jean Engelbrecht of Rust en Vrede.

The Newspaper

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Tuesday, 27 October, 2026

The evolution of the Waterford Estate Rose-Mary 2026

As the sun returns to the estate’s stone walls and the vines begin to stir, bringing life back to the estate, the tasting room fills with conversation, and the promise of long summer days begins to settle in.

Waterford Estate

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