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Wednesday, 11 February, 2026

Retiefs of Van Loveren recognised as visionary leaders in South African wine

The Retiefs of Van Loveren Family Vineyards have been awarded the coveted 1659 Award for Visionary Leadership at the Wine Harvest Commemorative Event.

Van Loveren

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Wednesday, 11 February, 2026

Kleine Zalze backs new tourism guide training project for Stellenbosch

A new public–private tourism training initiative is set to address a shortage of professional tourist guides in Stellenbosch, while creating direct employment opportunities.

Kleine Zalze

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Wednesday, 11 February, 2026

Johan Jordaan named Chenin Blanc Master Winemaker for the second year running

Spier's Johan Jordaan has been named Chenin Blanc Master Winemaker for the 2nd consecutive year at the prestigious Master Winemaker 100, announced in Paris on 9 February 2026.

Spier

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Wednesday, 11 February, 2026

When the smoke clears: The real cost of wildfires on Western Cape wine farms

When the smoke clears, the aftermath of wildfires have become one of the greatest – and most underestimated – risks facing our industry today.

Bruce Jack

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Wednesday, 11 February, 2026

Wine, romance and the magic of harvest at Jordan Wine Estate

From first light in the vineyards to late evenings in the cellar, Jordan Wine Estate's 34th harvest has officially begun.

Jordan Wine Estate

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Wednesday, 11 February, 2026

The ultimate summer wine guide: What to pour, pair, and prepare

Summer entertaining should feel effortless: sun, good friends, and refreshing drinks. Steenberg shares some pointers on which wines to pour.

Steenberg

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Wednesday, 11 February, 2026

Hybrid barrel promises ‘best of both worlds’

An Austrian cooper has patented the world's first wine barrel made from wood and stone. While heavier than an oak cask, the "Hybridfass" comes with some surprising benefits.

The Drinks Business, Gabriel Stone

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Tuesday, 10 February, 2026

Celebrate the month of love in a unique way at Blaauwklippen

Roses are red, Blaauwklippen's famous wines are too; join us this Valentine's Day to spoil your lover and you.

Blaauwklippen

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Monday, 9 February, 2026

Wine Harvest Commemorative Event honours five vanguards of South African wine

The annual Wine Harvest Commemorative Event once again celebrated five role players who have paved the way forward: the Retief family, Denzel Swarts, Pieter Ferreira, Charl Theron, and Wilfred Fortuin.

SA Wine Harvest

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Monday, 2 February, 2026

Dinners, picnics and music: Your guide to Valentine's Day 2026 in the Cape Winelands

From sunset jazz picnics to intimate dinners, here's our curated guide to the best ways to toast to love across the Cape Winelands this February.

wine.co.za

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