Reboot with Red ESCape
13 February 2013 Published in Wine Releases
Need an appetising break from your computer, tablet or phone? Stellenzicht winemaker Guy Webber has come up with a great solution; a plush and juicy blend of Shiraz and Pinotage.
Waterkloof releases 2012 vintage of its famed dry rosé
11 February 2013 Published in Wine Releases
Waterkloof Estate’s commitment to sustainable wine farming ethics, yields rosy results for this awe-inspiring cellar on the elevated outskirts of the Helderberg Winelands, which is evident in the latest 2012 vintage of its elegantly dry rosé – Cape Coral Mourvèdre.
Hartenberg launches new Doorkeeper Shiraz
15 May 2012 Published in Wine Releases
Hartenberg Estate, well known for making excellent Shiraz wines, has just released the brand new Doorkeeper Shiraz 2010, a Shiraz in a younger, modern, more upfront style.
New Constantia Glen flagship red is an exercise in finesse
24 April 2012 Published in Wine Releases
Constantia Glen, the magnificently appointed boutique wine estate known for exceptional cool climate reds, has released the much lauded and long awaited 2008 vintage of Constantia Glen Five.
Hartenberg Estate’s The Eleanor Chardonnay inspires the palate
05 March 2012 Published in Wine Releases
Born from Hartenberg Estate’s red clay 'Tukulu' loam soil, The Eleanor Chardonnay 2008, available in limited volumes only, is the latest vintage from this highly esteemed estate.
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.