As Lukas van Loggerenberg reflects on his tenth vintage under his own label, it is not the milestone itself that stands out, but the sense of privilege that accompanies it. Privilege to work with extraordinary old vineyards. Privilege to learn from the families who have farmed them for generations. And privilege, above all, to continue [...]
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3 x 97 Points from Van Loggerenberg Wines 2025
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The Foundry Has New Vintages | August 2026
There are few South African winemakers with a track record like Chris Williams. Over the past three decades, he's earned a reputation for making some of the country's most respected wines, first at Meerlust and, since 2001, through his own label, The Foundry. Named after the old foundry buildings in Paarl where the wines were [...] More -
Introduction to South African Wine
Saturday, 12 September 2026 10:30 – 13:00 Ex Animo Wine Co. HQ 145 Sir Lowry Road, The Palms Centre, Level 2, Woodstock R495.00Add to basket Ever stood in front of a wall of wine bottles with no idea what to choose? Wondered what people actually mean when they talk about notes of blackberry, minerality or [...] More -
TESTALONGA’S Latest Pét-Nat Release
Some wines are made to be enjoyed young. Others simply refuse to follow the rules. Craig and Carla Hawkins of TESTALONGA have never been one for convention, and his latest release is proof that even their most playful wines can surprise. Introducing 'Thirty Three Ninja's' and '33 Ninja's'; two familiar Pét-Nats that have spent an [...] More -
TESTALONGA in July | Vintage 2025 El Bandito release
"Poised and intensely flavoured, this is a wine of very clean lines that goes on and on." TESTALONGA El Bandito 'Cortez' 2025 98/100 - Christian Eedes, Winemag.co.za TESTALONGA is proud to share its 2025 vintage release, marking another important chapter for Craig and Carla Hawkins and their ongoing journey at Bandits Kloof. Having called the [...] More -
South African Wine & Food Pairing Guide
Wine has always been at its best around the table. A thoughtful pairing can elevate both the food and the wine, revealing flavours and textures that might otherwise go unnoticed. Fortunately, pairing wine isn't about following strict rules or impressing your dinner guests; it's about understanding a few simple principles. At its heart, successful wine [...] More -
Six Exceptional South African Wines Rated 95+ by Christian Eedes
South African wine has never been more exciting. The current generation of winemakers continues to move away from power and excess in favour of precision, texture and site expression. Few portfolios illustrate this better than Ex Animo, where we are privileged to work with producers we consider among the country's most compelling voices. With that [...] More -
Thorne & Daughters Makes Phenomenal Wines | Vintage 2025
Thorne & Daughters makes wines that embody a thoughtful, confident expression of South Africa. Founded by John and Tasha Seccombe in 2012, the wines draw on old Cape vineyards to create elegant, restrained wines with a strong sense of place. Thorne & Daughters is celebrated for wines of precision, finesse and remarkable depth — layered, [...] More -
Is the Boland comparable to the Rhône?
France's Rhône Valley has long been associated with varieties such as Syrah, Grenache, Viognier and Roussanne. Over the last few decades, these same varieties have become increasingly important in South Africa, particularly in the Mediterranean climates of the Western Cape. Although separated by geography and history, both regions share conditions that favour Rhône varieties. Warm, [...] More -
Scions of Sinai New Vintage | Generations of Tradition in the Helderberg
"..what began as a promising small-scale venture has matured into one of the Cape’s most impressive new-wave wineries." - Christian Eedes, Winemag.co.za The release of the 2025 Scions of Sinai collection marks a significant milestone for founder Bernhard Bredell. Not only does it represent the ninth harvest under the label, but it also signals the [...] More