Confronting Climate Change (CCC) is a carbon footprinting initiative developed to support fruit and wine organisations by identifying and responding to the risks and opportunities associated with carbon emissions. The CCC online carbon calculator constantly evolves to keep up with the ever-changing carbon context.
For winemakers, °Brix has long been one of the most important tools for deciding when grapes are ready to harvest. It provides a useful indication of sugar concentration and potential alcohol. But research into grape ripening suggests that °Brix alone may not tell the full story. An increase in sugar concentration does not necessarily mean that the berry is still accumulating sugar.
The 30 Under 30 class of 2026 showed that there is no shortage of talent in South African wine. The task now is to continue creating an environment where capable people can grow, contribute and build long careers in the industry.
The future of South African wine was on full display at Bacco Estate in Paarl as WineLand Media, together with sponsors ROTOCON and auric barrels, celebrated the 2026 class of the industry’s rising stars.
South Africa Wine, the unified voice of the country’s wine and brandy industry, is raising a glass to a major win. The organisation was honoured with a top Industry Innovation Award at the 2026 Western Cape Economy Innovation Awards for its pioneering work in climate intelligence.
On 28 May, wine industry leaders, stakeholders, and media convened at Endler Hall in Stellenbosch to assess the future of South African wine.
The South Africa Wine Summit will return on 28 May 2026 at the Stellenbosch University Conservatory, bringing together leaders from across the wine value chain to reflect on the key…
The South African wine industry has delivered a resilient, quality-driven 2026 harvest, overcoming significant climatic challenges to produce wines of exceptional quality, concentration and balance. Guided by advanced technical expertise and precise vineyard management, the vintage further reinforces South Africa’s position as a producer of premium wines for global markets.
South Africa Wine and Wines of South Africa (WoSA) has welcomed the implementation of a zero-tariff regime on South African wine exports to China, expected to come into effect from 1 May 2026 for an initial two-year period.
South African wine grape producers are regaining confidence as the 2026 harvest progresses, with the third crop estimate indicating a larger harvest and quality indicators showing strong potential across several cultivars.