Proudly SA has celebrated the success of its recently concluded three-day Local Wine Expo, which has left Johannesburg buzzing with excitement as it provided an extraordinary platform for 30 passionate winemakers to showcase their exceptional products to the media, retail buyers, and discerning consumers. The Local Wine Expo not only celebrated the diverse flavours of local wines but also played its part in promoting emerging wine brands, emphasizing the significance of fostering innovation in the industry and its profound impact on job creation.

For 27 years, Le Riche have made it their business to produce the definitive expression of a Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon, to great acclaim.

From the very beginning, Le Riche have pursued a steadfast dedication to Cabernet Sauvignonthe veritable ‘King of Grapes’. Based in Stellenbosch, the ‘Kingdom of Cabernet’ — South Africa’s prime Cabernet territory — this commitment was optimal, with Cabernet Sauvignon being the backbone on which the famous wine region was built. Stellenbosch’s splendid geographical attributes with an array of elevation, aspects and ancient soils and a Mediterranean climate with maritime influences lie at the core of the excellent quality of Stellenbosch Cabernet.

13 July once again marks a momentous occasion for South African heritage, and in particular, wine, as it celebrates the 338th birthday of Groot Constantia, South Africa's oldest wine-producing farm ­that has an uninterrupted record of producing legendary wine since 1685. Groot Constantia was founded on 13 July 1685 by Simon van der Stel, the then Governor of the Cape, at a time when the famous wine production area in Bordeaux, the Medoc, was yet to be developed, and the Cabernet Sauvignon wine varietal did not yet exist. Today, the Estate is one of South Africa's most iconic wine farms and is no stranger to accolades, awards and international acclaim.

Cape Town voted best city in the world! Green Point hotel offers an incredible deal

 South Africa and Cape Town have been named the best places in the world to travel, voted for by readers of The Telegraph in the United Kingdom. 

Yearly readers of the British newspaper vote in significant numbers for their favourite destination and although for the past 10 years, New Zealand was the firm favourite, South Africa has shown that the Rainbow Nation truly has it all. This is the first since 2019 that the awards have been held with COVID-19 hampering travel and ultimate voting.

Are you ready to embark on a sensory wine journey back in time? Simonsig Wine Estate's annual Vintage Day is taking place on Saturday, 29 July this year, and it beckons wine enthusiasts to discover rare and exquisite treasures of Cap Classique, white and red wines that have evolved gracefully through the seasons. Vintage Day offers a rare opportunity to savour the seasonal journey of hand-selected vintages and experience the harmonious fusion of flavours and textures that have shaped the character of these wines over time.

An epic celebration of wine, food, and hospitality that is sure to exceed all expectations
From Tuesday, August 1st to Sunday, August 6th, experience a diverse range of events, including farm walks, culinary creations, and expert-led tastings, designed to captivate every wine enthusiast. This year's festival promises even more excitement than ever before, dazzling guests throughout picturesque vineyards scattered across multiple wine farms in Stellenbosch. Immerse yourself and engage with passionate winemakers who have elevated Stellenbosch to its globally renowned status, showcasing exceptional quality cultivars.

In its best performance at an international wine competition to date, Paul Clüver Family Wines – the pioneer of winemaking in the Elgin region – won three trophies at this year’s International Wine Challenge (IWC) for the estate’s icon Seven Flags Chardonnay 2021.

At this competition, known as the most rigorously judged on the international wine awards circuit, the Paul Clüver Seven Flags Chardonnay 2021 secured the IWC International Chardonnay Trophy, the trophy for best South African White Wine as well as the IWC Sustainable Trophy. The wine accrued a score of 97pts.