Distell have recently launched a new and exciting range of wines for summer.
“The four quality wine ranges come in revolutionary 100% recyclable and ultra-convenient new Prisma packs that make it easy for you to enjoy vintage wines and fun-loving blends anywhere and everywhere.”
“Over and above their planet-friendly appeal, these quality, pocket-pleasing wines are ideal for [...]

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The 2007 Winemakers’ Choice Awards show some interesting results and one very important trend - that some smaller farms are producing award winning wine (and being recognized for it).
What I like about this concept - is that it’s the artists judging each others works rather than 3rd party critics giving their 2 cents worth.
I mean [...]

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Jamie Goode has broken, what I believe, is some rather important news relating to the future of the South African wine industry.
Constellation, the world’s largest wine company, has acquired Flagstone Winery owned by the well loved - Bruce Jack.
Two important things to note about this acquisition include the following: Bruce Jack will remain in [...]

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This again, is not good news but noteworthy nonetheless - There is no South African wine at the Vinexpo 2007.
Read below:
Wineless at Winexpo
Vinexpo opens with chaos for South Africa
Wosa World
My heart goes out to all the teams who have been left high and dry - one must commend them nonetheless for the effort they have [...]

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It’s not often that you hear news like this, but it’s wine related so here it is:
Wine Drinker Dies
What concerns me is that there seems to be a link to irresponsible farming methods used within the area (concerning deadly pesticides).
I think it’s high time that the farming communities and local governments got together to outlaw [...]

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