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Tuesday, 15 September, 2026

FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10 announces 20 finalists as competition marks 20 years

The 20th edition of South Africa’s only competition dedicated exclusively to Sauvignon Blanc, the FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10, has announced its 20 finalists from 159 entries submitted by 95 producers.

Sauvignon Blanc SA

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Tuesday, 15 September, 2026

2026 Standard Bank Chenin Blanc Top 10 Challenge winners announced

The Challenge marks 13 years of celebrating excellence in South African Chenin Blanc, while supporting wine-growing communities.

Chenin Blanc Association

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Monday, 14 September, 2026

Pinotage: The golden thread in South African wine

Heritage is not something preserved behind glass. It has to be used, questioned, tested and handed on. Pinotage understands this better than most.

Pinotage Association

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Monday, 14 September, 2026

Agulhas Wine Triangle: Where wild winds meet world-class wines

Over the past few decades, a wave of viticultural pioneers has shaped Agulhas into one of the world's most exciting cool-climate wine regions. Maryke Roberts explores this untamed region.

Maryke Roberts

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Tuesday, 15 September, 2026

Global excellence meets South African hospitality at the Court of Master Sommeliers in Johannesburg

Last week, Chenin Noir hosted a Court of Master Sommeliers course in Johannesburg, bringing this prestigious international sommelier qualification to South Africa's hospitality professionals.

Chenin Noir

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Tuesday, 15 September, 2026

Reasons to celebrate at Paul Clüver Family Wines

As spring arrives in the valley, Paul Clüver Family Wines takes a moment to celebrate the wines, the people behind them, and the place we call home.

Paul Clüver Family Wines

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Tuesday, 15 September, 2026

Heineken Beverages named best producer at 2026 Mundus Vini Summer Tasting

Durbanville Hills and Nederburg lead an exceptional medal haul at prestigious European wine competition

Heineken Beverages

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Tuesday, 15 September, 2026

France's Champagne deficit presents golden opportunity for SA's Cap Classique

The French wine industry is experiencing one of its lowest production outputs in the past three decades. In SA, it’s shaping up to be an early harvest as El Niño takes its toll. Stock up while you can.

Daily Maverick, Lindsey Schutters

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Monday, 14 September, 2026

Reading the season: One of our driest winters yet at Waterford Estate

Every growing season tells a different story. Across the Western Cape, rainfall is an important part of the winter, to replenish water in the landscape before the warmer months arrive.

Waterford Estate, Johané Cilliers

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Monday, 14 September, 2026

New Year's Eve 2026 at Quoin Rock: The final night of 2026, elevated

Quoin Rock Wine Estate announces its not-to-be-missed New Year's Eve Party on 31 December 2026.

Quoin Rock

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Friday, 11 September, 2026

Flames, sunshine and wine: The best Heritage Day events in the Cape Winelands

Gather around a fire, unwind at a picnic, or sit down for a long table lunch. Choose your celebration from this list of upcoming Heritage Day events in the Cape Winelands.

wine.co.za, Jeanine Malan

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