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The proud rooster which is the symbol of Le Chant Wines in Polkadraai, Stellenbosch began crowing earlier than usual this year as grape harvesting for the 2024 vintage kicked-off ten days earlier than the average. Grapes for Le Chant Blanc, made from Chenin Blanc, were already hitting the harvest bins at the end of January, while the picking of the melange of red varieties for Le Chant Rouge will also begin earlier than per normal.

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South Africa, Wellington, 9 February 2024: Doolhof Wine Estate has appointed widely acclaimed winemaker Rüdger van Wyk. Having built a solid record of internationally awarded wines, Rüdger now becomes part of the exciting evolution underway at the renowned Limietberg estate near Wellington.

“It’s with great excitement that we welcome Rüdger to the team,” says Doolhof owner Philip Richards, who acquired the estate in December 2020. “We are establishing Doolhof as one of the Cape’s top wine destinations and his appointment brings us a step closer while also amplifying the story of the incredible terroir behind our wines.”

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A delightful symphony of romance in every sip!

Bruce Jack Sauvignon Blush is the perfect companion for intimate celebrations. Let each glass elevate your Valentine’s Day into a cherished memory. Cheers to the magic of Sauvignon Blush, adding joy to your special moments with delightful notes of rose petal, nectarine sorbet and a squeeze of lime.

Spark Extra Joy This Valentine’s Day 

Pop into your local Spar or Tops at Spar on 13 and 14 February and boost your Valentine’s Joy! Buy 6 bottles of Bruce Jack Sauvignon Blush 750ml for R340 (normal Spar price is R420) and, for the love of joy and the joy of love, Spar Rewards customers get an extra R100 off and only pay R240. Choose Joy and save R180.

Or buy online at https://bruce-jack.obtainwine.com/product/sauvignon-blush-case

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Having raised over R125m for children’s charities in the Cape Winelands since its inception in 2014, this year’s Cape Wine Auction will be held on Muratie Estate in Stellenbosch on 3rd February aiming to better the sum of R8m raised by the previous year’s event. The Cape Wine Auction, recognised as one of the world’s pre-eminent wine-themed charity auctions, will once again auction various donated lots comprising luxurious wine, food and hospitality experiences for auctioning, with all proceeds going to various charities aimed at bettering the lives of the children and youth residing in South Africa’s famous Cape Winelands.

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With Cape Bordeaux-style blends globally recognised as one of South Africa’s leading wine categories, Vondeling Wines of the Voor- Paardeberg Region, just outside Paarl has made its mark as one of the leading producers of this revered wine-style. Not only did the Vondeling Philosophie 2019 garner a 97point, five star-rating, but the wine was named Red Wine of the Year in the Cape Bordeaux Blend category of the Platter Wine Guide 2024.

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Nkonzo Wildlife, in collaboration with Seven Springs Vineyards and Wine Company, is proud to announce the launch of a ground-breaking fundraising Southern white rhinoceros conservation wine label, part of the Seven Springs Art Series. Proceeds from every bottle sold will be dedicated to the Nkonzo Wildlife Rhino Research Project, marking a significant step towards the preservation of these magnificent creatures. These gentle giants are teetering on the brink of extinction due to the insatiable demand for their horns on the illegal black market. The rhino crisis is not only a national issue but a global catastrophe, demanding our immediate attention and collective action.

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Savour Roodeberg heritage this festive season

Summer is a time for sharing cherished moments with loved ones around the braai – a true South African tradition synonymous with Roodeberg.

This legendary wine has been bringing friends and families together for over seven decades with a lifetime of stories in every bottle. While Roodeberg has grown in stature with a collection of accomplished blends since its first release in 1949, the wine remains rooted in history and continues to conjure up treasured memories with its legacy of outstanding quality and consistent drinking pleasure.