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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.
WINE ESTATE

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.
WINE ESTATE

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
Five exceptional wine destinations where women are defining the next chapter of South African viticulture.
WINE FARMS

More than a tasting room: The women rewriting Winelands history

How a new generation of female winemakers and CEOs is moving past patriarchal roots to build a more inclusive, character-driven Winelands.

  • Vuyile Madwantsi
4 min read