Chardonnay wasn’t always a firm favourite across the wine world, but South Africa can be credited with taking the wine to new heights and increasing international awareness.
If you’re looking for the ultimate brunch spot to laze away a Sunday morning, then you’ve come to the right place.
Out of ideas for what to do this weekend? How about an excellent brekkie, some wine tasting, and an out of this world lunch?
We can finally replenish the wine racks and cellars, and what better way to do that than with some unbeatable wine specials?
Planning a future trip does wonders for the pandemic blues, and planning one centred around wine really lifts the mood. There’s also a great option close to home.
You might not be able to attend a tasting, but that doesn’t mean that there aren’t a host of other activities to enjoy on your favourite wine farm.
The sale of alcohol from retail outlets is once again restricted to set days and hours during the week, with one notable exception. Hello, wine farms.
Through online courses, at-home tastings, and online shopping, the pandemic has fundamentally changed the way that we enjoy wine.
A team of experts ranks hundreds of producers and brands, and thousands of individual wines, so cracking a five-star rating is a pretty big deal.
Nothing screams summer quite like sipping on a glass of wine while taking in a spectacular view.
I have taken it upon myself to learn the different wine bottle size names, and then to deliver it here, for general knowledge hunters and posterity.
There’s a wine that we have a particular fondness for here at 2OV, and it just took home a rather prestigious award.
Facing a wall of unfamiliar wine bottles can frustrate even the most worldly consumer. Thankfully, there’s a simple way to make things a little easier.
National Heritage Day is almost upon us, and if you like your steak with fine wine, there’s a competition with your name on it.
There are few things worse than hankering for a glass of wine, before realising that you have no idea where the corkscrew is.
I’m not a ‘member’ of many loyalty programs. I’m still wondering what the whole Woolies MySchool thing is all about. Do I just keep swiping? Until when? And yes, packets please – I left my bags at home.
We may not be able to holiday in Italy, but that doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy some of the country’s finest treats.
The next time you overindulge, you might want to try a few of these expert-approved hangover cures.
You’ll have to give the Franschhoek Bastille Festival a miss this year, but that doesn’t mean you can’t drink some damn good wine.
You can’t go on a tour of the Winelands at present, but thanks to a partnership between some of the Cape’s top winemakers, we can enjoy a taste tour at home.
With Father’s Day looming, and Mother’s Day already passed, put down the ‘best dad’ mug and pay attention if you really want to treat your folks.
We’re heading into the winter months, which is when quality red wine really earns its stripes. There’s no harm in sorting out what you’ll be drinking ahead of time.
All signs point to an “exceptional 2020 vintage”, despite the challenges posed by the pandemic.
The cat was caught letting loose in the mountain range near L’Ormarins, the main estate in the Anthonij Rupert Wyne portfolio in Franschhoek.
Firmly ensconced in the Klein Karoo’s first choice for luxury isolation, Cabine du Cap, Seth is keeping healthy and active by chasing baboons, pouring wine, and ensuring “off the grid living” runs seamlessly.
Do you know what will significantly improve your evenings during lockdown? Winning an Anthonij Rupert Wyne Cape of Good Hope hamper.
Go on. Treat yo’self to excellent wine, incomparable views, and some of the best tapas this side of the Sahara.
Our average reader would no doubt be aware that only sparkling wine from the Champagne region of France, can call itself Champagne, and is governed by a strict set of laws.
What if I told you that it’s possible to have a few glasses of wine without worrying about the hangover? Let’s read some wise words on the subject.
A wine being sold in Hungary is so expensive and so sweet that tastings happen using a teaspoon. So how can it justify the price tag?