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Annette Heitmann
It’s our birthday! We’re celebrating with these wines

It’s our birthday! We’re celebrating with these wines

Just like Bordeaux is known for its red blends, and Chablis is known for its Chardonnay, the Cap Classique, Chenin Blanc and Pinotage are what defines South Africa’s wines. So, this new year, try something new - Enjoy these wines with a 15% discount this January.

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Annette Heitmann
Know Your Grapes: Cabernet Franc

Know Your Grapes: Cabernet Franc

South African Cabernet Francs boast vibrant, rich flavors of berries, cherries, and chocolate, with a subtle hint of green bell pepper. In this article, we will cover the characteristics of the grape, how it compares to other varieties, how it is used in wine making, and how to enjoy it with food!

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Annette Heitmann
Fryer’s Cove: New Producer specialising in Sauvignon Blanc

Fryer’s Cove: New Producer specialising in Sauvignon Blanc

Inspired by the wines of Marlborough in New Zealand, which have the same cold winters and cool summer evenings as Bamboes Bay, the dream was to make distinctive, fine wines, different from anything else you would find in South Africa. Learn more about our new Producer who specialises in Sauvignon Blanc!

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Annette Heitmann
Know Your Grapes: Merlot Characteristics, Pairings and More

Know Your Grapes: Merlot Characteristics, Pairings and More

In this blog post, we'll introduce you to the Merlot grape, its characteristics, and how it compares to other popular varietals like Shiraz and Sauvignon Blanc. We'll also discuss how to drink Merlot, what food it pairs well with, and the characteristics of South African Merlot and why it is different from the Merlot from the Old World.

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