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Tuesday, 21 January, 2025

The best wine harvest festivals in the Cape

From a parade through our wine capital to a family-friendly day of grape crushing, here are the best 2025 wine harvest celebrations in the Western Cape.
wine.co.za, Jeanine Malan
Thursday, 9 January, 2025

Harvest 2025 begins at Saronsberg

Day 1 of Harvest 2025 and the first bunches are picked at Saronsberg Cellar at the crack of dawn.
Saronsberg Cellar
Monday, 16 December, 2024

366 Years of South African wine: Excitement builds for annual Wine Harvest Commemorative Event

The anticipation for the 2025 Wine Harvest Commemorative Event is palpable as the South African wine industry prepares to celebrate its 366th year.
SA Wine Harvest
Tuesday, 18 June, 2024

Chile’s 2024 harvest: Yields lower but quality high

A mild winter impacted Chile’s northern and centre-southern regions quite differently. Overall, yields are lower, but quality remains high.
Decanter, Alejandro Iglesias
Tuesday, 4 June, 2024

What's new at Marianne?

As autumn ends, it seems like time has slowed down a bit – a lovely time to unwind with a glass of wine at Marianne Wine Estate.
Marianne Wine Estate
Thursday, 16 May, 2024

Argentina harvest 2024: Another unusual year, but excellent quality

Extreme weather patterns resulted in lower-than-expected yields for the second year in a row. However, quality is high, reminiscent of the extraordinary 2021 vintage.
Decanter, Alejandro Iglesias
Wednesday, 15 May, 2024

If you want to go far: Bellingham Wines harvest report 2024

With harvest 2024 now complete, it’s time to look at how the Bellingham team brings it all together.
Bellingham
Monday, 13 May, 2024

A journey that knows no bounds: Backsberg Family Wines harvest report 2024

With the harvest now concluded, Backsberg reflects on how the team navigated the 2024 voyage to reach their final destination.
Backsberg
Friday, 10 May, 2024

Beyerskloof vintage report 2024

Beyerskloof shares their vintage report 2024 by Anri Truter, upcoming wine events, and more.
Beyerskloof
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Thursday, 25 April, 2024

Harvest news from Raka Wines

With the seasons changing, the Raka farm is dressed in the colours of autumn and is beautiful!
Raka Wines
Tuesday, 23 April, 2024

Painted Wolf Wines harvest 2024 report

Painted Wolf Wines wrapped up the 2024 harvest on 9 April, pressing off their last batch of beautiful Elgin Syrah.
Painted Wolf Wines
Monday, 22 April, 2024

2024 Spier harvest report: Exceeding expectations

As another harvest season comes to a close, Spier takes a reflective look back at the journey our grapes took from vine to cellar.
Spier
Monday, 22 April, 2024

2024: A most resolute harvest for Hasher Family Wines

With the 2024 harvest at Hasher Family Wines all wrapped up, the team's excited to share the highlights with you.
Hasher Family Wines
Friday, 19 April, 2024

South Africa – harvest 2024 report

South African wine writer Malu Lambert reports on an unusually early harvest, with first-hand testimony from winemakers across the country.
JancisRobinson.com, Malu Lambert
Tuesday, 16 April, 2024

Embracing new perspectives at Paul Clüver Family Wines

With the 2024 harvest having concluded at Paul Clüver Family Wines, the vineyards' leaves are taking on their autumnal hues before dropping off in winter.
Paul Clüver Family Wines
Thursday, 11 April, 2024

Alto Estate harvest report 2024

Alto Estate saw its 2024 grape harvest delivering fruit of immense concentration as the dry summer resulted in small berries of excellent flavour and colour due to an outstanding skin-to-juice ratio.
Alto
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Monday, 8 April, 2024

Stellenzicht harvest 2024: That's a wrap!

Stellenzicht Vineyards shares its harvest report for the 2024 harvest season.
Stellenzicht
Thursday, 4 April, 2024

Oldenburg Vineyards Views March 2024

Adrian Vanderspuy shares news of the earliest completion of harvest ever at Oldenburg Vineyards, their new wine release, and upcoming tastings.
Oldenburg Vineyards
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Wednesday, 3 April, 2024

Waterford Estate harvest report 2024

“Focused, defined, concentrated and balanced, the reds of the 2024 vintage summed up in four words.” - Mark le Roux, cellarmaster at Waterford Estate.
Waterford Estate
Monday, 1 April, 2024

Harvest news, new wine launches and more with Simonsig

Harvest is wrapped up, but the action is far from over. We start blending our 2024 Kaapse Vonkel next week.
Simonsig
Friday, 29 March, 2024

A new harvest season at Peter Falke Wines

For the Peter Falke Wines team, the harvest season brings a fresh start, shedding the old and welcoming the new.
Peter Falke Wines
Friday, 29 March, 2024

Grapes of the South part 1: Exploring harvest season in South Africa

From the rolling hills of South Africa to the sun-drenched valleys of Chile, the vineyards of the Southern Hemisphere are alive with activity as winemakers gear up for the busy months ahead.
Forbes, Jessica Dupuy
Thursday, 28 March, 2024

New wine releases, Easter activities and more from Alto Estate

Alto Estate introduces their Estate Blend 2022, shares a harvest update, and invites you to visit them this Easter long weekend and try their summer pairing.
Alto
Wednesday, 27 March, 2024

Darling Cellars harvest 2024 update

At Darling Cellars the harvest season has come to a close.
Darling Cellars
Monday, 25 March, 2024

The legacy of Cathedral Cellar’s culinary and winemaking journey

KWV’s Cathedral Cellar is on a culinary journey to trace the origins of its prestigious wine brand to its very roots, by highlighting the foundational elements of wine and food.
Cathedral Cellar
Thursday, 21 March, 2024

2024 Harvest Celebration: A journey across 4 cities

As the seasons turn and the grapes ripen, it’s time to celebrate the bounty of the harvest in style with Cederberg Cellar!
Cederberg Cellar
Friday, 15 March, 2024

Vintage vignettes and cellar secrets

Paul Clüver Wines shares a glimpse into harvest 2024, their visit to ProWein, and Dr Paul Clüver's new book on the history of the estate.
Paul Clüver Family Wines
Wednesday, 13 March, 2024

Delheim Wine Estate: A tale of two harvests

Two separate stages of fast and furious harvesting with a quiet lull in between characterised harvest 2024 at Delheim Wine Estate.
Delheim Wine Estate
Tuesday, 12 March, 2024

Taste the harvest at La Motte this March

In March, La Motte invites you to a celebration of all the tastes of harvest time!
La Motte
Thursday, 7 March, 2024

Harvest-time celebrations at Haute Cabrière

This year's harvest marks a number of hugely exciting milestones for us at Haute Cabrière, Franschhoek.
Haute Cabrière
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Wednesday, 6 March, 2024

Out and About with wine.co.za: Discovering new things in the Winelands in summer 2024

The New Year brought with it plenty of new things: A new harvest, new experiences, and new wines. Here are some of the things we discovered in January and February 2024.
wine.co.za
Wednesday, 6 March, 2024

An early harvest for Nederburg

Nederburg Wines' harvest began early this year, with the team starting to harvest about two weeks earlier than usual.
Nederburg
Monday, 4 March, 2024

Beyerskloof celebrates the start of its 35th harvest

The arrival of the first grapes for the 2024 harvest has excited our winemaking team, and they are thrilled to be back in the thick of things.
Beyerskloof
Friday, 1 March, 2024

Diemersdal Estate releases first Sauvignon Blanc from vintage 2024

Just over a month after beginning its 2024 harvest, Diemersdal Estate has bottled its first Sauvignon Blanc, the estate's signature grape variety.
Diemersdal
Friday, 1 March, 2024

A prosperous harvest: Rijk's 2024 harvest report

Just like that, another harvest has come and gone at Rijk's Wine Estate and Hotel, Tulbagh.
Rijk's Wine Estate and Hotel
Friday, 1 March, 2024

Oldenburg Vineyards Views February 2024: Harvest updates, new wine releases and more

Oldenburg Vineyards shares their latest news, including harvest updates, recent awards, new wine releases, and upcoming wine tastings.
Oldenburg Vineyards
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Thursday, 29 February, 2024

Harvesting the future: South African wine continues to transform

As the country celebrates 365 years of winemaking, Malu Lambert asks what forces are shaping the future of South Africa’s wine industry.
Malu Lambert
Thursday, 29 February, 2024

KWV chief winemaker Justin Corrans on harvest 2024

Justin Corrans, the chief winemaker at KWV, shares an update on the 2024 wine harvest.
KWV
Thursday, 29 February, 2024

The 2024 harvest is in full swing at Jordan Wine Estate

The harvest team has been working around the clock to get this year's grapes in the cellar at Jordan Wine Estate, Stellenbosch.
Jordan Wine Estate
Wednesday, 28 February, 2024

Picking, pouring and scoring

From harvest updates to new arrivals on the farm, find out what's happening at Paul Clüver Family Wines.
Paul Clüver Family Wines
Wednesday, 28 February, 2024

The 2024 vintage in the making at Glenelly Estate

Harvest at Glenelly Estate started at the end of January 2024 – 2 weeks earlier than last year.
Glenelly Estate
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Friday, 23 February, 2024

Don't miss the limited-edition Upper Blaauwklippen Vineyards Harvest Mixed Case

This mixed case of wines from the Upper Blaauwklippen vineyards is the perfect way to celebrate the 2024 harvest.
Stellenzicht
Friday, 23 February, 2024

Alto sees 2024 harvest flying high

With harvest 2024 at Alto Estate in full swing, the fermenting juice and young wines are showing exceptional promise.
Alto
Thursday, 22 February, 2024

Discover the joy of harvest season at Steenberg

Visit Steenberg Vineyards and discover their joyful harvest celebrations.
Steenberg
Tuesday, 20 February, 2024

New harvest: The road to the 2024 vintage

Despite the recent unpredictability of the winelands’ climate, harvest is now in full swing. DGB’s wine team reflects on the growing season behind the 2024 vintage.
DGB
Tuesday, 20 February, 2024

Le Chant Chenin Blanc sees 2024 harvest of early promise

The proud rooster which is the symbol of Le Chant Wines began crowing earlier than usual this year as harvesting for the 2024 vintage kicked off 10 days earlier than the average.
Le Chant Wines
Tuesday, 20 February, 2024

Don't miss Muratie's annual harvest festival

Don’t miss Muratie’s Harvest Festival, an annual highlight on wine lovers’ calendars, on 16 and 17 March 2024.
Muratie
Thursday, 15 February, 2024

Early Diemersdal harvest sees energy and vibrance from dryland Sauvignon Blanc vines

Harvest 2024 kicked off some 10 days earlier than the average for Diemersdal, the result of a dry summer and a warm, sunny start for the new year’s vineyard conditions.
Diemersdal
Wednesday, 14 February, 2024

Blessing of the harvest at Vergenoegd Löw

Vergenoegd Löw Wine Estate blesses the 2024 harvest, and invites you to be part of the festivities too.
Vergenoegd Löw
Wednesday, 14 February, 2024

Celebrating the harvest season with Robertson Winery

The sight of vineyards coming alive with the vibrant hues of ripening grapes signals the arrival of the harvest. Robertson Winery's cellarmaster chats about the harvest season.
Robertson Winery
Tuesday, 13 February, 2024

Harvest time hopes and Valentine's dreams

Enjoy the peak of summer in South Africa with a visit to La Motte this February.
La Motte
Tuesday, 13 February, 2024

Harvest is in full swing at Muratie

Muratie Wine Estate shares news of harvest 2024, new additions to their team, and upcoming events on the farm.
Muratie
Monday, 12 February, 2024

Harvest reflections: How key wine regions view low global production

In early November 2023, the International Organisation of Vine and Wine released its estimates for global wine production in 2023, painting a rather gloomy outlook.
Concours Mondial Bruxelles
Tuesday, 6 February, 2024

Celebrate harvest-time joys with the La Motte Harvest Experience

Harvest time is a very special season in the Winelands! It comes with a contagious joy and it's the ideal time to enjoy the wonderful tastes and traditions of the harvest.
La Motte
Monday, 5 February, 2024

2024 Wine Harvest Commemorative Event honours a prestigious line-up of industry greats

The honorees of this year's Wine Harvest Commemorative Event are Tim Hutchinson, Cathy Marston, Ilse Ruthford, and Dawid Saayman.
SA Wine Harvest
Monday, 5 February, 2024

Klein Zalze harvest sees concentration and lower yields

Kleine Zalze Wines saw harvest 2024 commence 2 weeks earlier than usual, despite last year’s unusually wet and cold Cape winter.
Klein Zalze
Friday, 2 February, 2024

Exuberant celebrations for South African wine industry

Congratulations to our wine industry on the 365th South African grape wine harvest, marking another year of excellence and tradition.
Pinotage Association
Friday, 2 February, 2024

Pressing news: It's harvest time at Babylonstoren

It’s harvest time on the Babylonstoren farm, and we're eagerly anticipating the new vintages.
Babylonstoren
Wednesday, 31 January, 2024

Blend your own wine and celebrate the start of harvest at Durbanville Hills

It’s harvest time and for the next month, you can celebrate the journey from vine to wine with a personalised experience at Durbanville Hills. 
Durbanville Hills
Monday, 29 January, 2024

Chardonnay wheels rolling full force as De Wetshof kicks off harvest 2024

It's all systems go on De Wetshof Estate as this pioneering Chardonnay producer begins harvesting vintage 2024.
De Wetshof
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Friday, 26 January, 2024

#HappyBirthdaySAWine: Harvest festivals and parties in celebration of South African wine

Celebrate the birthday of South African wine with these birthday parties and harvest festivals in and around the Cape Winelands.
wine.co.za, Jeanine Malan
Tuesday, 23 January, 2024

Delheim Harvest Festival set for 27 and 28 January

With the season’s first grapes awaiting to be picked, Delheim Wine Estate is preparing for its popular Harvest Festival.
Delheim Wine Estate
Monday, 22 January, 2024

Cheers to the 2024 wine harvest at the South African wine industry’s premier event

On 1 February 2024, the Wine Harvest Commemorative Event will once again grace Groot Constantia to mark the beginning of South African wine.
SA Wine Harvest
Thursday, 14 December, 2023

Anticipation builds for wine industry highpoint: Wine Harvest Commemorative Event 2024

The South African wine industry has begun gearing up for its highlight celebration, the Wine Harvest Commemorative Event.
SA Wine Harvest
Wednesday, 6 December, 2023

First crop estimate for 2024 suggests good outlook | #Harvest2024

Wine grape producers expect a good and somewhat larger 2024 wine grape crop compared to the relatively small harvest of 2023.
South Africa Wine
Wednesday, 14 June, 2023

What's bubbling at Villiera this winter

Find out what's been going on at Villiera Wines lately, from looking back to harvest 2023 to winning wine awards.
Villiera Wines
Thursday, 1 June, 2023

Waterford Estate’s 2023 harvest: A promising year for top-quality wines

The quality of the wine from harvest 2023 is looking superb, says Waterford Estate's cellarmaster, Mark le Roux.
Waterford Estate, Jeremy Maarschalk
Saturday, 27 May, 2023

Saxenburg harvest report 2023

Saxenburg Wine Farm's 2023 harvest ended at the beginning of April, when all the grapes were safely in the cellar.
Saxenburg
Friday, 26 May, 2023

Chile harvest report 2023: ‘A year that kept you on your toes’

It was a year of extreme summer temperatures and devastating forest fires for Chile. While yields are down, for many the quality is high.
Decanter, Alejandro Iglesias
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Friday, 19 May, 2023

South African wine harvest report 2023: Cooler vintage drives slow ripening for top quality

Wine lovers from all over the world can look forward to excellent wines from a much cooler and smaller 2023 wine grape season in South Africa.
Vinpro
Wednesday, 17 May, 2023

Argentina harvest report 2023: ‘Low yields but with unprecedented balance’

Widespread frosts led to lower yields, but an early harvest has produced grapes of high quality in Argentina.
Decanter, Alejandro Iglesias
Thursday, 11 May, 2023

KWV vintage 2023: 'A vintage of personal growth'

KWV chief viticulturist Marco Ventrella shares his feedback on the 2023 vintage and the lessons it taught to growers, workers, and winemakers alike.
KWV, Marco Ventrella
Thursday, 11 May, 2023

Beyerskloof harvest report 2023

The 2023 harvest season at Beyerskloof has come to a close, and we wanted to share some key highlights with you.
Beyerskloof
Friday, 28 April, 2023

Thanks to the vine: Cathedral Cellar reflects on harvest 2023

As sure as grapes become wine, their vinous journey from budburst to bottle is no small feat, and the 2023 KWV harvest attests to this.
Cathedral Cellar
Wednesday, 26 April, 2023

A post harvest update from Diemersdal

The 2023 harvest on Diemersdal Estate will go down as one of two vintages: Before rain, and after the rains.
Diemersdal
Wednesday, 26 April, 2023

Harvest report 2023: Spier always shines in the more elegant vintages

As Spier wraps up another harvest season, they share the story behind their 2023 vintage.
Spier
Tuesday, 25 April, 2023

Nederburg calls 2023 a Goldilocks vintage

Nederburg’s chief takeouts of vintage 2023 are wines with outstanding flavour, high acids and lower than average alcohol levels.
Nederburg
Monday, 24 April, 2023

Abundant autumn at Delheim Wine Estate

The Delheim team shares harvest news and upcoming events at the estate.
Delheim Wine Estate
Wednesday, 19 April, 2023

Argentina had one of its smallest grape harvests in its history - here’s what that means

Argentina’s grape harvest might be at a record-setting low this year.
Wine Enthusiast, Jesica Vargas
Monday, 17 April, 2023

Trying weather conditions result in expressive quality vintage 2023 on Paul Clüver Family Wines

Paul Clüver Family Wines experienced challenging weather conditions during vintage 2023.
Paul Clüver Family Wines
Friday, 14 April, 2023

Groote Post 2023 wine grape harvest report

The 2022 wine grape harvest marked the first normal-sized harvest in seven years, following the drought experienced between 2016 and 2018.
Groote Post
Friday, 14 April, 2023

Why 2023 proved to be a memorable Kleine Zalze harvest

Crucial timing and human courage – the features of a memorable Kleine Zalze harvest 2023.
Kleine Zalze
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Wednesday, 12 April, 2023

Out and About with wine.co.za: All about harvest and Sauvignon Blanc

March 2023 was an exciting month for the wine industry as the Concours Mondial du Sauvignon competition was held in South Africa for the first time.
wine.co.za
Thursday, 6 April, 2023

Behind closed cellar doors, the magic begins at Warwick

As the harvest season at Warwick Wine Estate comes to its final stretch, we take a moment to catch our breath.
Warwick Wine Estate
Monday, 3 April, 2023

Perdeberg harvest 2023 with cellarmaster Albertus Louw

From February to April, it's rare to see winemakers mingling with consumers, as this is the time most (if not all) of their attention is spent on the harvest.
Perdeberg
Monday, 3 April, 2023

Celebrating Cederberg Wines 2023 harvest

A toast to the end of wine harvest 2023 at Cederberg Cellar. With each sip, we savour the hard work, dedication, and passion that goes into every bottle.
Cederberg Cellar
Monday, 27 March, 2023

A day in the life of winemaker during harvest: Wilhelm Kritzinger

Find out what Bellevue winemaker Wilhelm Kritzinger gets up to on a typical day in the harvest season.
Petri de Beer
Friday, 24 March, 2023

Smaller harvest, top quality expected in 2023

In the run-up to the 2023 wine grape harvest, the 4th estimate by viticulturists and producer cellars indicates a smaller crop.
Vinpro
Friday, 24 March, 2023

Where does Syrah get its spice?

During the harvest, we get to see cellarmaster Hagen Viljoen's approach to whole-cluster fermentation at Zevenwacht Wine Estate.
Zevenwacht Wine Estate
Wednesday, 22 March, 2023

A harvest update from Bosman Family Vineyards

As harvest 2023 winds down at Bosman Family Vineyards, the team shares news about what's happening over at the farm.
Bosman Family Vineyards
Monday, 20 March, 2023

Out and About with wine.co.za: Celebrating the SA wine harvest and more

The months of February and early March 2023 were a time of celebration in the Winelands – celebrating the harvest, new restaurant launches, and more.
wine.co.za
Monday, 20 March, 2023

#VinoPeople: Harvest Q&A with Bonnievale Wines winemaker Jean Slabber

Winemaker Jean Slabber gives a behind the scenes look at the 2023 harvest at Bonnievale Wines.
Bonnievale Wines
Saturday, 18 March, 2023

Harvest continues at Beaumont Family Wines

The 2023 harvest at Beaumont Family Wines is a harvest of two halves.
Beaumont Family Wines
Friday, 17 March, 2023

When small holds a big promise - Rietvallei harvest '23

With the latest harvest in the home straight at Rietvallei Wine Estate, Kobus Burger is upbeat about the quality promise.
Rietvallei
Sunday, 12 March, 2023

Sijnn's 2023 harvest update

"As I reflect back on this harvest two words come to mind, confidence and joy." - Sijnn winemaker Charla Bosman
Sijnn
Saturday, 11 March, 2023

Harvest time: A lesson in the art of patience

While nature has given us diamonds, it takes the hands of man to make light dance through a stone. The harvest at Delaire Graff Estate tells of a similar story.
Delaire Graff
Friday, 10 March, 2023

The journey of a grape

“Wine is not just the fermented juice of grapes,” Graham Harding argues in his 2005 book, ‘A Wine Miscellany’.
Visit Winelands, Tšepang Molisana
Thursday, 9 March, 2023

It's been a successful 2023 harvest at Beyerskloof

The 2023 harvest is in full swing, once again reminding us at Beyerskloof how much we rely on our environment for success.
Beyerskloof
Wednesday, 8 March, 2023

Haute Cabrière releases the new vintage of the Haute Collection

As the 2023 harvest nears completion at Haute Cabrière, the next vintage of Haute Collection wines has been released.
Haute Cabrière
Tuesday, 7 March, 2023

The rhythm of harvest season at Neethlingshof

Celebrate early autumn days starting with breakfast and drifting into an al fresco lunch and wine tasting surrounded by Neethlinghof's tranquil vineyards.
Neethlingshof
Monday, 6 March, 2023

Oldenburg Vineyards Views February 2023

Whether it's part of the global trend or a complete aberration, this year's harvest is undoubtedly early at Oldenburg.
Oldenburg Vineyards
Monday, 27 February, 2023

Harvest time at Kleine Zalze

An update on the harvest and exciting things to expect at Kleine Zalze this March.
Kleine Zalze
Friday, 24 February, 2023

Rock and roll 2023 harvest at Zevenwacht

"2023 is looking to be a rock and roll harvest, from the pace of the harvest and the superb quality." - Hagen Viljoen, Zevenwacht's cellarmaster
Zevenwacht Wine Estate
Wednesday, 22 February, 2023

Delheim Wine Estate's harvesting heartbeat

The heartbeat in our harvest is the people of Delheim, young and old.
Delheim Wine Estate
Monday, 20 February, 2023

Embattled wine industry corked by persistent rolling blackouts

Rolling blackouts damage every stage of production from irrigation to bottling. Anxieties are high as the harvest season is underway.
Daily Maverick, Joel Ontong
Monday, 20 February, 2023

The man behind the wine at Waterford: Let's meet Mark le Roux I #VinoPeople

Who is making the amazing wine at Waterford Estate? The mind behind the wine - Mark Le Roux.
Waterford Estate
Wednesday, 15 February, 2023

Darling Cellars harvest report - February 2023

The 2023 harvesting season at Darling Cellars started a little earlier than last year.
Darling Cellars
Monday, 13 February, 2023

A healthy 2023 harvest for the Helderberg wine region

Wine farms on the north-facing slope of Helderberg Mountain are expecting a healthy harvest this year.
Jeremy Maarschalk
Monday, 13 February, 2023

Harvest expectations and romantic inclinations at La Motte

The anticipation of harvest time is tangible in the Franschhoek Valley and our harvest team is ready for the most important time of the year on La Motte.
La Motte
Saturday, 11 February, 2023

Harvest season and more at Bellevue

Find out all about Bellevue's harvest, wine specials, and new pairing offering.
Bellevue Wine Estate
Friday, 10 February, 2023

Be #LoveInspired at Steenberg this February

Celebrate the month of love and the start of harvest 2023 with Steenberg,
Steenberg
Wednesday, 8 February, 2023

2023 Vintage expectations: Small volume, big league

South Africa's 2023 wine grape harvest is expected to be smaller than last year.
La Motte
Tuesday, 7 February, 2023

Don't miss Muratie's Harvest Festival on 25 and 26 February 2023

Don’t miss Muratie’s Harvest Festival, an annual highlight on wine lovers’ calendars, on 25 and 26 February 2023.
Muratie Wine Estate
Tuesday, 7 February, 2023

Sparkling romance and night harvesting at Graham Beck

Read all about Graham Beck's Valentine's wines, harvest season, and things to come in 2023.
Graham Beck
Tuesday, 7 February, 2023

Discover Steenberg’s harvest of quality

Discover the joys of harvest time at Steenberg with taste experiences of the day’s pickings at the tasting room, restaurants and hotel this February.
Steenberg
FEATURED ARTICLE
Friday, 3 February, 2023

South African wine industry pays tribute to its flag bearers for the future

The South African wine industry has honoured 4 outstanding individuals at the Wine Harvest Commemorative Event at Groot Constantia on 2 February 2023.
SA Wine Harvest
Friday, 3 February, 2023

Harvest season at Stellenzicht Wines

The first month of 2023 has come and gone, and Stellenzicht is in full harvest swing here in Stellenbosch.
Stellenzicht
FEATURED ARTICLE
Wednesday, 1 February, 2023

Cheers to 364 years of wine in our beautiful South Africa

If you didn’t know it, the South African wine industry celebrates a whopping 364 years of grape wine harvesting on 2 February 2023.
Wines of South Africa, Letishia Charles
Friday, 27 January, 2023

The 2023 harvest has begun at Haute Cabrière

Throughout January, anticipation hangs in the air of the Franschhoek Valley as wine estates wait for the perfect harvesting conditions.
Haute Cabrière
Friday, 27 January, 2023

Blend your own wine at Durbanville Hills

It’s harvest time and for the next month, you can celebrate the journey from vine to wine with a personalised experience at Durbanville Hills.
Durbanville Hills
Thursday, 26 January, 2023

Smaller wine grape crop expected

The wine grape crop is estimated to be smaller than it was last year; maybe even the fourth smallest crop in 17 years.
Vinpro
Thursday, 26 January, 2023

Want to attend the 2023 Wine Harvest Commemorative Event?

The prestigious Wine Harvest Commemorative Event includes a sit-down dinner with entertainment.
SA Wine Harvest
Wednesday, 25 January, 2023

Harvest 2023 has arrived for Diemersfontein

Harvest 2023 is here, and Diemersfontein is as excited as ever. Here's the juicy details from winemaker Francois Roode.
Diemersfontein
Friday, 20 January, 2023

Let's celebrate the birthday of South African wine

The wine harvest commemorative event proudly announces the February 2023 birthday of the SA wine industry.
SA Wine Harvest
Wednesday, 18 January, 2023

Third-generation Malan takes the helm for Simonsig's 55th vintage

Simonsig enters an exciting new phase with third-generation winemaker Michael Malan taking the reins as cellarmaster.
Simonsig
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Friday, 13 January, 2023

Make a beeline for the beloved Stellenbosch wine harvest parade

Begin your new year on a happy high by joining the annual harvest parade on 28 January in Stellenbosch – the heartland of South African wine.
Stellenbosch Wine Routes
FEATURED ARTICLE
Thursday, 12 January, 2023

Happy birthday to South African wine!

Raise your glass and join the SA Wine Harvest celebrations in February 2023.
SA Wine Harvest
Wednesday, 14 December, 2022

Heavy rainfall more positive than negative for wine grape producers

The heavy rain in the Western Cape over the past few days has both a positive and negative impact on vineyards.
Vinpro
Tuesday, 6 December, 2022

SA wine industry releases first 2023 crop estimate

South African wine grape producers expect a good, but somewhat smaller 2023 wine grape crop following a healthy, yet dry season.
Vinpro
Monday, 6 June, 2022

SA wine harvest report 2022: Smaller wine grape crop pack a punch

SA’s 2022 vintage will wow consumers with exceptional quality wines, albeit from a somewhat smaller grape crop than in 2021.
Vinpro
Wednesday, 18 May, 2022

Harvest at Oldenburg Vineyards: A 67pallmall.tv documentary

When 67 Pall Mall TV approached Oldenburg Vineyards about filming a Harvest documentary, we were delighted and jumped at the opportunity.
Oldenburg Vineyards
Wednesday, 13 April, 2022

Brookdale launches Sixteen Field Blend 2021 and flagship Chenin Blanc

Brookdale has launched the maiden vintage of its unique Sixteen Field Blend as well as the 4th vintage of its old-vine Brookdale Chenin Blanc.
Brookdale Estate
Tuesday, 12 April, 2022

Harvest 2022: Announcing the winner of our #crushfunnies giveaway

Congratulations, Elsje Hugo! Elsje from Bellingham Wines is the winner of our #crushfunnies competition.
wine.co.za
Monday, 11 April, 2022

Harvest 2022: The essence of a Bonnievale Wines harvest

This is a Bonnievale Wines harvest story about worms. It’s also a story about fathers and sons, long walks, and farming.
Bonnievale Wines
Monday, 4 April, 2022

Diemersfontein: Another long harvest, but a great one

For the second time in a row, Diemersfontein experienced a long and late harvest. Read winemaker Francois' final harvest report.
Diemersfontein
Wednesday, 30 March, 2022

SA wine grape harvest passes halfway mark; promising wines underway

After a slow start, harvest time is well underway as more than half of South Africa's 2022 wine grape crop has already been taken in at cellars. The crop is still estimated to be smaller than in 2021, but larger than the five-year average.
Vinpro
Wednesday, 30 March, 2022

Plenty to celebrate at De Wetshof Estate this harvest season

De Wetshof Estate in Robertson looks back on a successful harvest season and remarkable awards, and they share exciting prospects for the Robertson Valley's wine tourism scene.
De Wetshof Estate
Monday, 28 March, 2022

New season brings exciting collaborations at Delheim Wine Estate

And then Autumn settled in at Delheim... With the old oaks dropping their acorns, we know it's time to pick cabernet sauvignon.
Delheim Wine Estate
Saturday, 26 March, 2022

Rijk's Wine Estate celebrates successful 2022 harvest

As we wrap up the 2022 harvest, we share our thoughts on what the vines have brought to the table over the last couple of months.
Rijk's Wine Estate and Hotel
Thursday, 24 March, 2022

Seasonal escape to Zevenwacht Wine Estate

Enjoy a seasonal escape to Zevenwacht Wine Estate, Cape Town. Take advantage of our autumn accommodation special, have a spa day, and more.
Zevenwacht Wine Estate
Monday, 21 March, 2022

Marvellous Mosbolletjies by Grace Stevens

Chef Grace Stevens shares her mosbolletjies recipe with all lovers of this South African staple bread derived from grape juice in the first stage of fermentation.
Grace Stevens
Saturday, 19 March, 2022

Exciting news on Harvest 2022 from Haute Cabrière

While everyone loves to visit Cape Town and its stunning beaches for the festive season, our favourite time of the year comes just after most people leave.
Haute Cabrière
Friday, 18 March, 2022

Chamonix sees late harvest of exceptional quality

Chamonix Estate is harvesting later than usual this year due to the coolness of spring and early summer.
Chamonix Estate
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Thursday, 17 March, 2022

Send us your #crushfunnies and you could win prizes to the value of R14 000

Surviving harvest? We're sure the vineyards are still buzzing and we'd love to have a peek. Send us your funniest harvest photos and videos and you could win a weekend getaway, vellies, and wine!
wine.co.za
Monday, 14 March, 2022

Durbanville Wine Valley hosts the Durbanville Harvest Festival Weekend

The Durbanville Wine Valley is celebrating harvest 2022 with the Durbanville Harvest Festival Weekend.
Bizcommunity
Saturday, 12 March, 2022

Get wild on a harvest wine safari at Vergelegen wine estate

Vergelegen in Somerset West invites you to join then on a guided wine safari drive through the vineyards this harvest season.
Cape Town Etc, Robyn Simpson
Friday, 4 March, 2022

Family and new friends gather to harvest Nero - the only vineyard of its kind on African soil

A group gathered at Bosman Family Vineyards recently to harvest Nero grapes from the only vineyard of its kind on African soil.
Bosman Family Vineyards
Friday, 18 February, 2022

Steenberg Five Lives Red Blend

Five Lives, Five Chapters, One Lifetime
Steenberg
Wednesday, 16 February, 2022

Boschendal kicks-off 2022 Harvest with new energy in the cellar

Boschendal, the iconic and historical winery in the stable of leading South African drinks company DGB, heads into the 2022 harvest celebrating a promotion within its dynamic winemaking team as well as an exciting new appointment.
Boschendal
Wednesday, 16 February, 2022

Harvest update from Brookdale Estate

The 2022 harvest continues to unfold, and the excitement around the current vintage is tangible across South Africa’s Cape Winelands.
Brookdale Estate
Wednesday, 16 February, 2022

Grape things expected for the 2022 harvest at Org de Rac

As far as this year’s harvest goes, the grapes are ripening quickly as the hot summer kicks-in, and we plan to get picking by the 18th of February.
Org de Rac
Wednesday, 16 February, 2022

Harvest update from Brookdale Estate

The 2022 harvest continues to unfold, and the excitement around the current vintage is tangible across South Africa’s Cape Winelands.
Brookdale Estate
Tuesday, 15 February, 2022

Smaller wine grape harvest expected as harvest season commences

With the 2022 harvest season on the horizon, South African wine grape producers expect a smaller wine grape crop, mainly due to a decrease in vineyards, high disease pressure and heatwaves in certain regions.
Vinpro
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Monday, 14 February, 2022

Harvest teams: Get ready for #crushfunnies and share your wine harvest fun with us

We know harvest time means early mornings, late nights, sweat, and even a few tears. But there's also camaraderie and many laughs shared. We want a look at the behind-the-scenes fun of #sawineharvest2022.
wine.co.za
Wednesday, 9 February, 2022

This February at Brookdale

Can you believe we already find ourselves in February? Summer was off to a deceptively slow start in the Paarl Winelands, but has sure made up for it in the past few weeks.
Brookdale Estate
Tuesday, 8 February, 2022

Blend your own wine and celebrate the start of harvest at Durbanville Hills

It’s harvest time and for the next month you can celebrate the journey from vine to wine with a personalised experience at Durbanville Hills.
Durbanville Hills
Friday, 4 February, 2022

A look into the February harvest with Flagstone Wines' Winemaker, Gerhard Swart

This time of the year shows many prospects as the Cape Winelands' vineyards are bursting at the seams.
Accolade Wines
Thursday, 3 February, 2022

South African wine industry pays homage to 4 trailblazers

Four trailblazers of the South African wine industry were honoured at the annual Wine Harvest Commemorative event at Groot Constantia.
SA Wine Harvest
Tuesday, 1 February, 2022

Green Harvesting: Oldenburg Vineyards views

Oldenburg Vineyards's team is at work with the final interventions before the grapes ripen and harvest begins.
Oldenburg Vineyards
Wednesday, 26 January, 2022

Fungal diseases drive up wine grape production costs

Although exact figures have not been released, this season’s wine grape harvest is expected to be above the five-year average, but lower than last season, according to Vinpro.
Farmer's weekly, Glenneis Kriel
Wednesday, 26 January, 2022

Graham Beck’s harvest 2022: The dawn of a new era

January signals both new beginnings and the start of our exciting harvest time. After 32 years at the helm of the cellar, Pieter Ferreira officially handed over the winemaking baton to Pierre de Klerk.
Graham Beck
Wednesday, 26 January, 2022

Who will pick America's wine grapes?

Crippling worker shortages and rising costs are forcing vintners to reimagine what labour looks like in U.S. vineyards
Wine Spectator, Kristen Bieler
Tuesday, 25 January, 2022

SA expects smaller wine grape crop as harvest commences

With the 2022 harvest season on the horizon, South African wine grape producers expect a smaller wine grape crop, mainly due to a decrease in vineyards, high disease pressure and heatwaves in certain regions. This according to the second of four crop estimates by viticulturists and producer cellars in the third week of January.
Vinpro
Monday, 24 January, 2022

Brookdale harvest 2022 – what does the future hold?

"Every year, we eagerly await to see how harvest unfolds." - Tim Rudd, owner of Brookdale Estate.
Brookdale Estate
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Wednesday, 19 January, 2022

Celebrate 363 years of the triumphant South African wine industry

Raise a glass and celebrate 363 years of South African wine heritage on 2 February 2022 at 20:00. This momentous day marks the start of our winemaking industry, and calls for all with a passion for South African wine to come together, wherever they are in the world, and join in the celebratory online event.
Wine Harvest Commemorative Event
Monday, 17 January, 2022

Groote Post pre-harvest report 2022

The start of a new year is synonymous with grape harvesting in the Cape Winelands and the beginning of a new vintage. With only weeks to go until the first grapes arrive at the cellar, we look at what the grape harvest of 2022 holds for Groote Post.
Groote Post Vineyards
Wednesday, 22 December, 2021

Good outlook for wine grapes after ‘excellent winter’

Cool spring and wet soil conditions have resulted in bud beak occurring 7 to 14 days later than normal in South Africa's wine regions.
Farmer's weekly, Glenneis Kriel
Wednesday, 8 December, 2021

SA Wine Industry releases first 2022 crop estimate

South African wine grape producers expect a good, but somewhat smaller 2022 wine grape crop following a favourable and healthy season. This according to the first of four crop estimates issued by viticulturists and producer cellars.
Vinpro
Friday, 3 December, 2021

Wine grape producers fear cold, wet temperatures may still affect harvest

Wine grape producers have so far experienced a relatively favourable and healthy season in the run-up to the 2022 wine grape harvest, however, farmers fear that cold and wet temperatures during flowering could have negative effects.
IOL, Mwangi Githahu
Monday, 29 March, 2021

Harvest news from Landskroon Wine Estate in the Paarl wine appellation

The De Villiers family of Landskroon Wine Estate in Paarl has owned and managed the property for five generations.
Landskroon
Wednesday, 24 March, 2021

Flagstone Harvest - Gerhard’s 2021 Flagstone Vintage Update

Eight weeks into the harvest and our bodies are starting to feel the cumulative strain of the long days. We’ve brought in 72% of our grapes now and as we begin week 8, with a little over a quarter of the harvest still to arrive, our spirits remain high.
Flagstone Wines
Friday, 19 March, 2021

Bosman Family Vineyards harvest update

“Farming looks mighty easy when your plow is a pencil, and you’re a thousand miles from the corn field.” — President Dwight D. Eisenhower.
Bosman Family Vineyards
Wednesday, 17 March, 2021

It's been a great harvest - Zevenwacht Wine Estate

The last few years have been some of the most challenging, yet rewarding vintages that I have experienced in my 15 years of winemaking.
Zevenwacht Wine Estate
Wednesday, 17 March, 2021

What's Bubbling at Villiera this Harvest

We are living in crazy times indeed and planning for the 2021 harvest, amidst all the uncertainty, was no exception to the guesswork we are currently forced to be involved in. After a series of alcohol bans last year we sat down towards the end of 2020 to plan for the 2021 harvest. We had recovered reasonably well after the bans and decided to be positive about our forecasts.
Villiera Wines
Friday, 5 March, 2021

Enjoy harvest time on La Motte

Harvest-time is here and as the most important time on a wine farm, it brings with it an infectious verve and positive energy - even in these difficult circumstances. After an outstanding growing season, quality expectations are high and we would like to invite you to join the La Motte Harvest Experience and share in the excitement of harvest-time in the Winelands.
La Motte Wine Estate
Tuesday, 2 March, 2021

Muratie Harvest Festival 2021

Join the Melck family on 6 or 7 March 2021 for a Muratie Harvest Festival luncheon under the ancient oaks.
Muratie Wine Estate
Monday, 15 February, 2021

TOKARA harvest 2021 is ripe for the picking

It’s thumbs up at TOKARA as the 2021 harvest kicks off in all earnest with the first Chardonnay headed for the cellar at this esteemed family owned Stellenbosch wine estate.
Tokara Wine Estate
Monday, 1 February, 2021

SA wine harvest underway, amidst growing concerns

South Africa’s 2021 wine harvest is well under way, and while producers and viticulturists are optimistic about the quality of this year’s vintage following favourable weather conditions, cellar capacity and financial viability remain a big concern due to the continued alcohol ban.
Vinpro
Friday, 29 January, 2021

The 2021 Harvest – where to now Mr President?

What was once a time of year the Stellenbosch community came out in great numbers to celebrate the fruits of their valley with characteristic gees, this year the very promising 2021 harvest is accompanied by fear and uncertainty; the crop a bittersweet reminder that another challenging year looms for our historic town, its wine industry and its people.
Mike Ratcliffe
Monday, 25 January, 2021

Cool Spring holds back harvest dates for Swartland’s Org de Rac

Timing of the harvest on Org de Rac, the pioneering organic wine farm in the Swartland, appears to follow the trend of the rest of the Cape Winelands in that this year grapes are ripening 10 to 14 days slower than usual.
Org de Rac
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Thursday, 21 January, 2021

Virtuele Wynoesherdenking 2021: Bedryf vernuwe met vier toekennings

Die Suid-Afrikaanse wynbedryf herdenk op Dinsdag 2 Februarie 2021 die eerste wynoes op Suid-Afrikaanse bodem 362 jaar gelede soos op dié dag in 1659 deur Jan van Riebeeck in sy dagboek opgeteken. #sawineharvest2021
Agri-Expo
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Thursday, 21 January, 2021

Virtual Wine Harvest Commemoration 2021: Industry transforms with four awards

On Tuesday 2 February 2021, the South African Wine Industry commemorates the first vintage on South African soil 362 years ago on the same day in 1659, as recorded by Jan van Riebeeck in his diary. #sawineharvest2021
Agri-Expo
Wednesday, 20 January, 2021

Chamonix sees late harvest of exceptional quality

Slow ripening of fruit in the vineyards due to a late summer has resulted in Franschhoek-based estate Chamonix anticipating harvest 2021 to kick-off 10 days later than average, with the Pinot Noir grapes being snipped in the first week of February.
Chamonix Estate
Monday, 18 January, 2021

Graham Beck's harvest 2021: A vintage under the stars

At Graham Beck, we’ve always believed in viewing the bubbly flute half full. As we head into a new year, 2021 is set to be a particularly exciting one as it celebrates the 50th anniversary of Cap Classique.
Graham Beck
Friday, 6 November, 2020

Early signs of excellent vintage 2021 on Chamonix Estate in Franschhoek

The part of 2020 worth remembering is the welcoming cold and wet Cape winter that brought rain and cold units to the winelands, boding well for a good 2021 harvest.
Chamonix Estate
Monday, 16 March, 2020

Diemersdal Estate bottles first Sauvignon Blanc from harvest 2020

Barely eight weeks after beginning its 2020 harvest, Diemersdal bottled its first Sauvignon.
Diemersdal
Friday, 28 February, 2020

The end is here! A final look at Harvest 2020 at Diemersfontein

After 5 weeks of very early mornings and very late nights the end of harvest 2020 is in sight and what an amazing one it was.
Diemersfontein Wine and Country Estate
Tuesday, 25 February, 2020

What's happening at Bouchard Finlayson - Harvest 2020

Harvest is always an exciting time of year in the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, says Peter Finlayson and Chris Albrecht.
Bouchard Finlayson
Wednesday, 29 January, 2020

Harvest 2020 - Early days, but gearing up for a good one

We officially kicked off Harvest 2020 last Tuesday, 21 January. As per usual, the first varietal that we picked was Pinotage, destined for one of our three wines that we produce with this varietal, our Carpe Diem Pinotage.
Diemersfontein Wine and Country Estate
Wednesday, 29 January, 2020

The La Motte Harvest Experience - A Celebration of Winelands Traditions

Harvest-time shares the story of the wine grape. Long before being discussed at dinner tables or poured into beautiful stemware to be raised in celebration, wine has its origin in the honesty of soil.
La Motte
Wednesday, 29 January, 2020

Harvest season ticks all the boxes at Steenberg Farm

Discover the bounty of harvest time at Steenberg Farm in the Constantia wine valley where guests can experience a taste of the day’s pickings in various guises at the tasting room, restaurants and Hotel & Spa.
Steenberg Vineyards
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