Maryke Roberts | wine.co.za

Maryke Roberts

Maryke Roberts is an award-winning journalist based in Helderberg, Cape Town, specialising in wine, lifestyle and and travel writing. She is also a copy editor and translator. She has lectured on journalism at various high schools and been a guest speaker at international conferences on journalism in education.

Moreover, Maryke is an inductee of the Commanderie de Bordeaux en Afrique de Sud.

She holds a BTech Journalism degree from Cape Peninsula University of Technology and Tshwane University of Technology.

Monday, 16 September, 2024

Two centuries for the Durbanville Valley, but nearly three for its wines

Although the Durbanville region is officially celebrating its 200th anniversary next year, wine has been made here since the late 17th century. Maryke Roberts explores the valley and its offerings.

Monday, 15 July, 2024

South African wine ambassadors proudly fly the SA wine flag in the UK

The United Kingdom is South Africa's biggest wine export market, with more than 90 million litres exported per year.

Monday, 13 May, 2024

Take food and wine pairing to the next level with advice from two pros

Newmark's Chris Erasmus, head chef, and Marlvin Gwese, group sommelier, share valuable food and wine pairing tips.

Monday, 31 July, 2023

Red red wine, you make me feel so fine

South African red wines are not only loved locally but also internationally. The most popular cultivars are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinotage, and Shiraz.

Friday, 3 March, 2023

To Colombar or not to Colombar

Is Colombar making a comeback?

Tuesday, 9 December, 2003

Flagstone find a home

Youngest addition to the Helderberg’s wine farm gems

Friday, 29 August, 2003

Who said size matters?

Post House Cellar crafts award-winning wines in a tiny cellar

Friday, 13 June, 2003

Vergenoegd Wine Estate

Sixth generation producing red wines since the 1800s