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Friday, 28 November, 2025

The best Black Friday wine specials on South African wines

Happy Black Friday to those who celebrate! We've listed some of the best Black Friday wine deals, curated just for you.

Monday, 17 November, 2025

Summer experiences at Klein Alto

Welcome to Klein Alto, situated in the heart of the Helderberg, Stellenbosch.

Wednesday, 24 September, 2025

Spring news from Alto Estate: Sundowners, heritage celebrations and new plantings

Alto Estate announces the return of the Sunset Rouge Evenings; introduces their special Heritage Day tasting; and shares their latest wine awards and new plantings.

Saturday, 30 August, 2025

Alto Winemakers Vertical Cabernet Sauvignon Selection

Celebrate Cabernet Sauvignon Day with Alto’s vertical Cabernet Sauvignon selection.

Wednesday, 13 August, 2025

Introducing Alto Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé 2025

Alto Estate is excited to announce that their Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé 2025 is now available.

Monday, 21 July, 2025

Winter news from Alto Estate: Klein Alto, date nights and Alto Rouge 2023

Alto invites you to our new tasting room and restaurant, Klein Alto, and announces the new vintage release of Alto Rouge.

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Wednesday, 16 July, 2025

Wonderful winter restaurant specials on wine farms

Book one (or more) of these wonderful winter restaurant specials on your favourite wine farms in the Western Cape.

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Thursday, 26 June, 2025

Taste South Africa’s finest flagship red wines at Caroline's 2025 Red Wine Review

Join us at the DHL Stadium on 24 July in Cape Town for an evening of walk-around wine tasting of the most highly rated red wines presented by the winemakers!

Caroline's Fine Wine Cellar

Wednesday, 11 June, 2025

2015: A year defined by legacy at Alto Estate

"2015 was a standout vintage, it was the perfect year to begin my journey at Alto, and also a fitting moment for my father to retire." - Bertho van der Westhuizen

Friday, 9 May, 2025

Celebrate mom with Alto's Mother's Day rosé promo

Alto Estate shares their Mother's Day rosé promotion and a bruschetta and camembert canapé recipe to pair with the rosé.

Monday, 21 April, 2025

Alto Wine Estate 2025 harvest report

Alto Wine Estate's 2025 harvest was a huge success, with the grapes promising another vintage of outstanding quality.

Tuesday, 1 April, 2025

Alto Estate welcomes Altus van Lill as farm manager and viticulturist

Meet Alto Estate's newly appointed farm manager and viticulturist, Altus van Lill.

Friday, 28 February, 2025

Alto moves to Klein Alto during renovations

Alto Estate is embarking on an exciting chapter: While the estate temporarily closes for renovations, guests can visit Klein Alto opening in mid-2025.

Friday, 21 February, 2025

February news from Alto Estate

Alto Estate shares the latest updates on their renovation plans, harvest 2025, and more.

Friday, 14 February, 2025

All the award winners from the Master Winemaker 100 2025 - including 3 South African winemakers

Who went above and beyond in last year's Global Wine Masters competitions? The Drinks Business announces the individual award winners from this year's guide.

The Drinks Business, Michael Huband

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