Celebrating Sauvignon Blanc in South Africa
In celebration of Sauvignon Blanc month, we caught up with Thys Louw, the owner of Diemersdal Estate and the vice-chairperson of the Sauvignon Blanc Association. May is International Sauvignon Blanc Month (Sauvignon Blanc Day is celebrated annually on the 3rd); as a top Sauvignon Blanc producer, how did you celebrate
Key trends to elevate CapeWine 2025
With CapeWine 2025 planning commencing, we look to recent international exhibitions for key trends that can help ensure a successful show for all South African wine and brandy producers. The 30th ProWein 2024 trade fair took place in Düsseldorf from 10 to 12 March and welcomed wine experts from all
Optimal cover crop termination strategy
In France, the term service crop is used rather than cover crop. It refers to different services the crop delivers to the soil and vines. Just like in South Africa, a lot of research is done to better understand the benefits of these crops in a holistic farming system. This
Vitamin preferences of non-Saccharomyces wine yeasts
In winemaking, the spotlight has recently shifted towards non-Saccharomyces yeasts, which have shown significant potential to enhance the complexity and quality of wines. While Saccharomyces cerevisiae has long been the dominant player in wine fermentation, researchers are now uncovering the unique contributions of non-Saccharomyces yeasts. Part of this research is
The WOW factor – Creation Wines
As a South African producer, Creation Wines was recently recognised among the best global brands. The cellar’s mission is to transform agriculture’s value, starting with its love for the land and respect for nature. Carolyn Martin from Creation Wines says the award for brand experience is a significant achievement because
Wines impressed at Mzansi Young Farmer Indaba 2024
The South Africa Wine Enterprise Development division attended the third instalment of the Mzansi Young Farmer Indaba from 4 to 6 April, hosted in Pretoria North with a selection of exciting black-owned brands, Natasha Williams Signature Wines, HER wines, LucMo Wines, Brunia Wines, Zoetendal Vineyards, Francis Wines, Three Quarters, and
Taking South African wine to the world – in Germany
In March every year, the world of wine descends on the German city of Düsseldorf, aptly named after the Düssel River, which divides the city into four branches. The fair takes place throughout 13 huge halls that host wineries and distilleries and their representatives from around the globe. The fairground,
Systems and holistic approaches key to human development
In the sustained pursuit of professional recognition of skills and education, South Africa Wine’s People Development division is a value-driven entity with a strong emphasis on teams and individuals eager to acquire new skills, hone talent, and expand expertise to ultimately establish an inclusive and dynamic wine industry in South
Leadership Development Programme for production-level managers
South Africa Wine is creating an opportunity for the development of our future industry leaders. The Hortgro/Mzars programme developed 107 leaders in the Western Cape Agri Sector with a marked difference in their leadership capability, impact on their teams and results post the leadership programme. Due to the programme’s tremendous
The Confronting Climate Change initiative
In an era where climate change is no longer just a looming threat but a pressing reality, industries worldwide seek ways to mitigate their carbon footprint. Among these sectors, the fruit and wine industries stand out for their significant environmental impact. However, with the introduction of the Confronting Climate Change
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Are you giving your customers headaches?
Introduction Wine is a complex beverage that undergoes various transformations during the winemaking process. One of the most critical phases during red wine production is malolactic fermentation (MLF), where malic acid is converted into lactic acid by lactic acid bacteria (LAB). This process helps reduce acidity and significantly impacts wine
Methoxypyrazines in wine
If a wine seems “green”, “herbaceous”, or “vegetal”, aroma compounds called methoxypyrazines (MPs) could be responsible. MPs are particularly important due to their ubiquity in grapevines and their extremely low aroma thresholds. These low thresholds make MPs some of the most odor-active compounds found in wine. Occasionally, they can have
