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Friday, 10 July, 2026

Calling the finest - Veritas 2026 entries now open

This year’s Veritas Awards entries have just opened – the country’s foremost and oldest wine competition for market-ready wine – and winemakers and viticulturists’ excitement is mounting along with that of wine lovers countrywide.

Veritas Awards

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Monday, 13 July, 2026

Perdeberg Wines claims Master award at Global Chenin Blanc Masters 2025

Perdeberg has once again cemented its reputation as one of SA's foremost Chenin Blanc producers, taking home a Master award, a Gold medal, and three Silver medals at the Global Chenin Blanc Masters.

Perdeberg

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Monday, 13 July, 2026

A season of flavour at Groot Phesantekraal: Winter dining, cocktails and wine specials

Winter has arrived at Groot Phesantekraal in the Durbanville Wine Valley, bringing with it a season of rich flavours across the farm.

Groot Phesantekraal

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Monday, 13 July, 2026

BLOEM Restaurant: The gem of the Elgin valley

Discover BLOEM at Paul Clüver Family Wines: Bertus Basson's cosy Elgin eatery offering unbeatable winter specials, wood-fired pizzas, and wholesome family fun.

Bertus Basson

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Monday, 13 July, 2026

July news from Muratie Wine Estate

Winter has settled over the Simonsberg, bringing crisp mornings, misty vineyards, and the welcome promise of another exceptional vintage in the making at Muratie Wine Estate.

Muratie

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Monday, 13 July, 2026

Animal Welfare Society Stellenbosch calls for wine donations for charity dinner

The Animal Welfare Society Stellenbosch celebrates its 70th anniversary with a dinner and auction this July, and calls on local wineries to support the event with wine donations.

Animal Welfare Society Stellenbosch

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Monday, 13 July, 2026

French heatwave to cut Champagne yields by 10%

France's heat and drought are shrinking grape development, with Champagne yields expected to fall 10% and harvests beginning weeks earlier.

The Drinks Business, James Bayley

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Friday, 10 July, 2026

Investing in the future of wine professionals: Global sommelier scholarship opportunity

The Court of Master Sommeliers Europe, in partnership with Chenin Noir South Africa, presents the Court of Master Sommeliers Europe Global Scholarship 2026.

Chenin Noir

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