We continue to work hard on our SEO and pleased to see such great readership of our wine fact sheets. In 2023 we saw an average of 550 000 views per month and for 2024 already at 818 000 avg views monthly – a 48% increase in views.
Our top 10 wines for the last 12 months
- Neethlingshof Pinotage 2022
- Painted Wolf Syrah 2018
- Groote Post Seasalter Sauvignon Blanc 2023
- Nederburg The Winemasters Edelrood 2021
- Meerlust Rubicon 2020
- Nederburg The Winemasters Chardonnay 2022
- Nederburg The Winemasters Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
- Raka Biography Shiraz 2020
- Nederburg Heritage Heroes The Motorcycle Marvel 2020
- Nederburg Double Barrel Reserve 2021
These are just some of those benefiting from the record-breaking >1 million views our wine fact sheets have received monthly.
Great to see the Motorcycle Marvel in the list, a tribute to winemaker legend Günter Brözel, as he turned 90 recently. Read more HERE.
The sommelier community often comment on how they value wine.co.za's wine fact sheets which are reliable and easy to find and all in one place when planning their wine lists.
"Having accurate reliable data is an integral part of constructing a wine list. When it comes to wine, change is not only inevitable but also frequent, vintage changes, blend changes, alcohol percentages. In the old days a somm would have multiple tabs open trying to get the latest and most accurate information. Wine.co.za solves this problem with incredible detail all in one place. It makes the work of the sommelier that little bit easier." - Spencer Fondaumiere, South African Sommeliers Association chair
Not only the WINE pages have seen significant growth in readership, but all of our content – Wineries, News, Events, Tour – has seen increases, too.
wine.co.za offers wineries annual membership to our directory, a platform which gives wineries exposure to large audience. We ensure that we keep our members' info up to date at all times. And, of course, this means that fact sheets over many vintages are available in one place. Plus, we keep their news, event listings, tourism info and more up to date.
See more about our annual directory listings HERE.
Our top 10 wineries
With April and May hitting high figures for our readership, we are proud to announce our Top 10 wineries with the most views over the last 12 months.
- Nederburg
- Spier
- Boschendal
- Durbanville Hills
- Kleine Zalze
- Jordan Wine Estate
- Simonsig
- Robertson Winery
- Babylonstoren
- Perdeberg
These wineries actively contribute news stories, events, tourism activities, wine fact sheets, and more through being members of our directory.
Growth in readership in last year
- Gold listings: 12.6%
- Partner listings: 7.5%
Our NEWS is a regular and reliable publication of all things wine, and we are proud to announce the last year's top 10 articles too:
Our top 10 news articles
- The best child-friendly wine farms near Cape Town
- The 25 best restaurants in Stellenbosch
- 9 Unique food and wine pairings in Stellenbosch
- A Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon is this year's top wine
- DGB rated as #1 liquor supplier in South Africa
- Top ten festive food and wine pairings
- The much-anticipated The Hazendal opens its doors
- Benthe Legg triumphs again in SAWTC 2023, showcasing female dominance in Supertaster ranking
- Family-friendly wine farm destinations in Franschhoek
- Platter's by Diners Club South African Wine Guide 2024 is here
We have seen a massive 24% increase in news article readership in the last year too.
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With increased traffic as well as accolades and reviews such as these – we must be doing something right!
"Discovering wine.co.za was like finding a new best friend for my wine adventures. It's not just the incredible variety of South African wines that I love; it's the stories behind each bottle that truly captivate me. wine.co.za has transformed how I explore wines, making each sip a journey through the rich landscapes and passionate winemakers of South Africa. Their curated selection and insightful articles have not only broadened my horizons but also deepened my appreciation for wine. It's more than a website—it's my go-to guide and companion in the delightful world of wine tasting. Every visit to wine.co.za enriches my evenings and gatherings, making each moment more memorable. It's a treasure trove that has made my wine journey infinitely more enjoyable and informed." - Erica Taylor
"It truly is a pleasure to read your post about SA wine. Now living in Dubai, I miss everything about the South African Winelands. After spending a year and a half working at Delaire Graff and reconnecting with South African wine culture, it is always such a joy to keep up with what is happening in the vineyards and cellars as the year progresses back home." - Scott Henry
"Great website for all things wine! One-stop shop from shopping, wine fact sheets, careers and other resources." - Minette Combrink
"Dankie vir julle platform om meer oor wyne te leer, julle is 'n kosbare bron van inligting." - Heinrich Bothma
"Having worked closely with the wine.co.za team on various campaigns for my clients, I can say that they always surpass my expectations in terms of exposure and quick turnaround. I have been using their platform to advertise events for many years and it really helps us gain awareness and traction. It is clear from ticket sales that the right customers are reading the news and diary sections of wine.co.za " - Caroline van Schalkwyk, CVS Communications
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