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ONE of Nederburg’s newly released apex wines, the Private Bin Two Centuries Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, is an expression of two clear priorities for the winery, says cellar-master Samuel Viljoen. “It’s aromatic, lithe and graceful but with considerable gravitas.  More than that, it is emblematic of a…
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LOXTONIA, the producer of 100% pure apple ciders from the Ceres Valley, has a vibrant Prosecco-style sparkling apple cider, the ultimate shimmering refreshment to welcome spring.

Loxtonia Sparkling Apple Cider is light and refreshing with a lively, bubbly sparkle reminiscent of a fruity Prosecco.

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EDWARD ALBEE’S Who’s Afraid Of Virginia Woolf?celebrates a 60th anniversary production in South Africa, presented by Gloucester Productions. It runs at Pieter Toerien's Theatre On The Bay from September 16 to October 8, 2022. Performances are every Tuesday to Saturday at 8pm, and a Saturday matinee…
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LOVERS of bubbly can delight in this latest announcement from Franschhoek Tourism, as it puts Cap Classique firmly on the map and on our radars with the launch of a reignited route that features top estates open for interactive tastings and ultimate appreciation of local sparkling wines.…
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JOIN Steenberg in celebrating the magnificence of South African sparkling wine on Cap Classique Day, Thursday, 1 September 2022. Together with fellow Cap Classique producers, Steenberg Vineyards is honouring this annual showcase of diversity and splendour on the first day of spring with…
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CELEBRATE the wonder of Cap Classique with Tokara’s glorious 2014 vintage just released by this prestigious family owned Stellenbosch wine estate. The fourth cuvée of this magnificent blanc de blancs is crafted exclusively from Tokara’s prized cool climate Chardonnay vineyard in Elgin. The…
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The launch of the Pongrácz Nectar Rosé Light Demi-Sec is a welcome addition to the Cap Classique category. The bottle-fermented and lees-matured Cap Classique is a blend of the traditional full, rich flavour of Pinot Noir and the elegance of Chardonnay.  It is lower in alcohol at 8% without…
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POP open a bottle of Krone Vintage Rosé Cuvée Brut 2020, crafted on the historic Twee Jonge Gezellen Estate in the Tulbagh Valley to celebrate Cap Classique Day on September 1. The making of vintage-only Krone Cap Classique is a commitment to the vintage showcasing the character of each harvest…
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TO remain competitive, renowned wine regions must not only produce quality wines, but tell engaging stories about themselves. While the quality track record of Stellenbosch is undeniable, the wine route is now going beyond this by embarking on an educational programme to give sommeliers a common…
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STEPPING out with wine just became a whole lot easier thanks to Polka, the snappy new cousin of the easy-drinking, fun-loving Polkadraai range by Stellenbosch Hills. Polka is itself a range of quality wines but packaged in convenient 250ml cans. With sunnier weather up ahead, Polka will…
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