FEATURED ARTICLE

Wednesday, 10 June, 2026

The wisdom of the vineyard: why old vines matter in South Africa

Should you fly a drone over a commercial vineyard, it looks like a picture of modern efficiency: neat green lines optimised for maximum yields. But step into a block of heritage vines, and the geometry disappears.

Maryke Roberts

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FEATURED ARTICLE

Monday, 8 June, 2026

Investec Trophy Wine Show celebrates 25 years of excellence in winemaking

The results for the 2026 Investec Trophy Wine Show are now live – spotlighting the craft, talent and legacy behind South Africa's finest wines.

Trophy Wine Show

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Thursday, 11 June, 2026

Vergelegen opens e-learning hub for primary school learners

Vergelegen is opening a second education hub for the children of its workforce, offering after-hours support in literacy, numeracy and creativity.

Vergelegen

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Thursday, 11 June, 2026

Hazendal introduces a new series of baked cheese and wine pairings at the Wine Lounge

This winter, Hazendal presents a series of monthly Baked Cheese and Wine Pairings, each curated around a different Estate wine.

Hazendal

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Thursday, 11 June, 2026

Pebbles Project good news stories: Andrea's story of resilience

As part of our #wineforgood initiative, we share good news stories of Pebbles Project changing lives. Today we tell Andrea's story.

Pebbles Project

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Thursday, 11 June, 2026

Impressively fresh 1892 Château d’Yquem found under chapel floor

A stash of late 19th Century wines has been discovered underneath a chapel floor in the Czech Republic, thought to have been hidden by its "Nazi collaborator" owners.

The Drinks Business, Sarah Neish

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Wednesday, 10 June, 2026

Gold at Trophy Wine Show caps month of top accolades for Kleine Zalze’s Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

There are years when a wine gathers awards. And then there are years when a wine embarks on a campaign of conquest.

Kleine Zalze

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Wednesday, 10 June, 2026

Stellenzicht Thunderstone Red 2024 awarded gold at the Investec Trophy Wine Show

Stellenzicht Thunderstone Red 2024 just won a gold medal at the prestigious Investec Trophy Wine Show 2026.

Stellenzicht

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