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Thursday, 1 October, 2026

Pinotage versatility recognised in the 2026 Cape Blend and Rosé awards

Twelve winning wines, two different approaches to Pinotage. The 2026 Perold Absa Cape Blend and Absa Pinotage Rosé awards recognise the grape’s role in both red blends and fresh Rosés, with six wines awarded in each competition.

Pinotage Association

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FEATURED ARTICLE

Wednesday, 30 September, 2026

Out and About with wine.co.za: A season of awards, trade tastings and more

Trade tastings, red wine tastings, and awards functions. In our latest Out and About with wine.co.za roundup, we show you what's been happening lately on the wine trade circuit.

wine.co.za

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Thursday, 1 October, 2026

Friesland's 2026 Sauvignon Blanc puts the step in your spring

Our 2026 Stellenbosch Sauvignon Blanc was bottled in September, marking the end of a slightly different winemaking journey for one of our favourite varieties.

Friesland Wines

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Thursday, 1 October, 2026

Richard Schroeder is making a case for Durbanville Chenin Blanc

A run of trophies, top scores, and a debut appearance on the Chenin Blanc Top 10 Challenge have seen Groot Phesantekraal secure its reputation for cool-climate Chenin Blanc.

Groot Phesantekraal

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Thursday, 1 October, 2026

Spier: Flexing muscle with Ideology Grenache

Grenache is the focus of Spier's latest Ideology range, a collection of limited-release wines allowing the winemakers to express their creativity.

Emile Joubert

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Thursday, 1 October, 2026

Australia's most isolated wine regions are leading a quality revolution

Western Australia’s three main wine regions – Margaret River, Great Southern, and Swan Valley – are producing soaringly good Cabernet, Chardonnay, and Riesling.

Wine Enthusiast, Christina Pickard

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