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Introducing the Innovative Versus 2-litre Box Wines
17 January 2012 Published in Wine Releases
Versus wines, renowned for their unbelievable value and a flair for the unconventional, have done it again with the launch of a 2-litre Box Wine, available in Red, White and Rosé that make it possible to offer a whopping 33% extra free wine compared to bottled prices.
Waterkloof launches maiden Circumstance Straw Wine 09
09 January 2012 Published in Wine Releases
Waterkloof Estate has extended its lineage of elegant wines shaped by bio-dynamically farmed vineyards with the launch of the maiden Straw Wine 2009 under the acclaimed Circumstance label – made from 100% naturally sundried Chenin blanc grapes.
Bilton’s flagship Sir Percy 2006 dons a visionary’s hat
14 October 2011 Published in Wine Releases
Bilton Wines, situated on the golden slopes of the Helderberg renowned as one of South Africa’s finest red wine producing areas, has unleashed the third vintage of its full-blooded flagship, Sir Percy.
Nitida launches celebratory Matriarch Cap Classique duo
28 September 2011 Published in Wine Releases
Nitida Cellars in the idyllic Durbanville wine valley, has launched a celebratory 2010 Méthode Cap Classique duo, The Matriarch and Matriarch in Red as a tribute to the farm’s existence and the generosity of the woman who made it all possible.
Constantia Glen Tasting Room in the pink with sensational new Rosé
15 September 2011 Published in Wine Releases
Constantia Glen, the magnificently appointed wine estate on the upper reaches of the Constantiaberg, has released a sumptuous Rosé that conjures up summer in a glass, available exclusively from the tasting room. Think strawberries, salmon hues, floral scents and berry fruit, this bone dry Constantia Saddle Rosé 2011 made in the classic style of southern France, is crisp and fresh yet satisfies with a rich, juicy palate. “This is my swimming pool wine! One part…
Waterkloof Reveals Latest Dry Rosé Vintage
25 August 2011 Published in Wine Releases
Waterkloof Estate on the outskirts of the Helderberg Winelands, has just released the 2011 vintage of its elegantly dry Cape Coral Mourvèdre under the Circumstance label an internationally famed rosé made with serious intent and showing great harmony.
No Added Sulphur - New Simonsig Pinot Noir Brut Rosé vintage
08 August 2011 Published in Wine Releases
Simonsig Estate, pioneer of South Africa's first Méthode Cap Classique, the iconic Kaapse Vonkel which turns 40 this year, has released the second vintage of the popular no-added-sulphur Limited Release Pinot Noir Brut Rosé 2010, made exclusively for Woolworths.
Nitida releases Callihraphy 2010 a Bordeaux-style food wine of note
01 August 2011 Published in Wine Releases
Nitida, situated in the heart of the idyllic Durbanville Wine Valley, has just released the new 2010 vintage of their flagship Bordeaux-style blend – Nitida Calligraphy – an exceptionally elegant and versatile food wine. This is the second Calligraphy vintage made exclusively from Nitida’s own vineyards since 2004 after an intensive replanting programme. Last year, the 2009 vintage secured winemaker RJ Botha the title of Diners Club Young Winemaker of the Year and was described…
Flat Roof Manor's new light and low-cal wine
29 July 2011 Published in Wine Releases
Flat Roof Manor, a modern and easy-drinking range of wines produced by winemaker Estelle Lourens, has added a refreshing new low-alcohol, low-calorie white wine to its novel and often playful collection. Recently launched at Bizerca Bistro in Cape Town, the 2011 Flat Roof Manor Sauvignon Blanc Light has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of just 9%. It boasts 32% fewer kilojoules than the regular 14,3% ABV offering of the same vintage, produced on the famous…
Latest Ingenious offerings from Nederburg
26 July 2011 Published in Wine Releases
The new vintages of Ingenuity, Nederburg’s specialty, hand-made blends are now available. Offered in selected markets, including South Africa, this label is the platform for Nederburg at its most innovative. As the name suggests, it is an intended as an expression of skilled and inventive winemaking that explores new pleasures of taste.
Constantia Glen releases vibrant 2010 Sauvignon Blanc
26 July 2011 Published in Wine Releases
Constantia Glen, the magnificently appointed boutique wine estate known for exceptional cool climate Sauvignon blancs with great ageing potential, has just released its intensely vibrant and wonderfully rich 2010 vintage. A longer, cooler ripening period on the upper reaches of the Constantiaberg with more sunshine hours than the previous year makes 2010 an exceptional vintage for Constantia Glen.
Waterkloof releases second vintage of its expressive Circle of Life Red
30 May 2011 Published in Wine Releases
Waterkloof, stalwart of sustainable wine farming on the elevated outskirts of the Helderberg Winelands, has released the 2009 Red vintage of its expressive Circle of Life – an all-embracing description by taste of nature’s natural ongoing cycle in the estate’s amphitheatre of vineyards. “Our Circle of Life is produced from bio-dynamically farmed grapes and we only rely on natural yeasts to produce wines with naturally low sulphur levels. Waterkloof’s philosophy is minimal intervention, respecting the…
Knorhoek Estate releases 2nd vintage of playful Two Cubs Rosé
30 May 2011 Published in Wine Releases
Knorhoek, the time-honoured Stellenbosch estate known for its repertoire of roaring Cabernets and elegant whites, has released the latest vintage rosé in its accessible Two Cubs range of cheerful, easy drinking wines. Purring with pleasure, the light hearted Two Cubs Rosé 2011 is an inspiring fruit-forward wine for everyday enjoyment with the integrity synonymous with Knorhoek Estate. Flaunting a bright candy floss hue, this merry blush of Shiraz (39%), Merlot (30%), Cabernet Sauvignon (19%) and…
Short story of a remarkable mother, Neethlingshof's Maria
21 April 2011 Published in Wine Releases
Long, long ago, there was a woman named Maria Magdalena Marais, who was suddenly widowed with three children to support and not even a proper home to live in. Resourceful and determined, she took over her husband’s work, completing the building of the manor house together with the help of their two teenage sons. They worked hard to develop a thriving farm and established over 80 000 vines and so began a legacy that has…
Uplift your spirit this winter with J.C. Le Roux La Vallée
20 April 2011 Published in Wine Releases
Beat the winter blues by indulging in a palate pleasing Méthode Cap Classique. J.C. Le Roux La Vallée, the countrys first off-dry Cap Classique, is sure to uplift your spirits when enjoyed around the fire place or with your favourite winter dish.
