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South African Merlot is shedding its underdog status as winemakers and consumers take a closer look at what the grape can deliver.
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The comeback grape: Why SA’s most underrated red is ready to shine

South African winemakers are elevating Merlot from a simple blend to an award-winning star. Here is how precision farming is changing the game.

  • Lutho Pasiya
4 min read
While Stellenbosch remains the best-known name in South African wine, a new generation of regions is proving that great wines are no longer defined by a single postcode.
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The new Winelands stepping out of Stellenbosch’s shadow

Beyond the renowned vineyards of Stellenbosch lies a world of emerging wine regions in South Africa.

  • Lutho Pasiya
3 min read
Almost a century after his grandfather made rugby history against the All Blacks, winemaker Alvi van der Merwe is carrying the legacy forward in a different arena.
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The century-old All Blacks try that built a world-class wine

Before the Springboks renew their famous rivalry with New Zealand, discover the quiet humility, family heritage, and team effort behind the iconic 221 wine range.

  • Lutho Pasiya
4 min read