One of South Africa’s best and certainly most controversial winemakers, André van Rensburg, was in London yesterday for the unveiling of his new wine, DNA.
South Africa urged to end "devastating" alcohol prohibition
11 August, 2020
The South African government has been urged to scrap its alcohol prohibition in order to avoid “devastating consequences” at home and abroad.
South African president Cyril Ramaphosa has reinstated the country’s ban on alcohol sales in a bid to free up beds for Covid-19 patients.
Jägermeister has launched a limited-edition #SaveTheNight bottle designed to support the bar trade in various key markets around the world.
Bars to reopen in South Australia on June 8
11 May, 2020
Bars in South Australia will reopen on June 8 after the number of active coronavirus cases in the state plummeted.
South African wine producers can start exporting again
30 April, 2020
South African wine producers have been cleared to resume exports after the country’s coronavirus lockdown was eased.
South African wine producers cleared to resume exports
08 April, 2020
South African producers have received permission to export their wine around the world after intensive lobbying efforts over the past week.
South African wine producers permitted to finish 2020 harvest during coronavirus lockdown
27 March, 2020
South African wineries are now permitted to finish the 2020 harvest after the government added them to the list of essential businesses during the coronavirus lockdown.
In-country representation key to wine success in Asia
12 December, 2012
Attracting younger wine drinkers and in-country representation is key to success in Asia, says research commissioned by Messe Düsseldorf, the company behind ProWein.
Wine economist to speak at Nederburg Auction
16 July, 2012
The organiser of South Africa’s famous Nederburg Auction, has announced that US economics professor and ‘wine economist’, Mike Veseth, will make a keynote speech on Saturday September 29 at Nederburg in Paarl.
Guala buys South African closures maker
04 July, 2012
The Guala Closures Group has announced that it has begun the process for the acquisition of the Metal Closures division of South Africa’s MCG Industries.
South Africa’s flagship wine producer unveils new wine
14 June, 2012
Vergelegen, one of South Africa’s best wine producers, has unveiled a new wine, DNA.
Su Birch of Wines of South Africa wins business award
08 March, 2012
Su Birch, CEO of Wines of South Africa (WoSA) is the winner of Wine Intelligence’s inaugural ‘10 for 10 Business Award’.
South Africa: Olmeca tequila launches chocolate liqueur
26 October, 2011
Pernod Ricard is rolling out its Olmeca tequila liqueurs in South Africa.
DIVA to distribute SA wines
13 October, 2011
French distributor DIVA (Distribution Internationale de Vins et Alcools) has created DIVA South Africa to market some of the country’s ‘premium’ wines to an international audience.
Patron ramps up marketing in South Africa
17 August, 2011
South Africa: Patron has launched its first billboard campaign outside of the US.
South Korean boost for wine importers
28 July, 2011
The emerging South Korean market could boost the fortunes of wine importers, according to research by Wine Intelligence.
South Africa: KWV CEO resigns
18 July, 2011
South Africa: The KWV board has announced that CEO Thys Loubser (pictured) has resigned as company CEO with immediate effect.
Linton Park launches Rhino range
01 April, 2011
South African winery Linton Park has announced the launch of The Rhino of Linton Park range.
First Cape to sponsor Lions rugby tour
02 December, 2010
First Cape Wines has announced it will sponsor the British and Irish Lions rugby tour of Australia in 2013.
South Africa/Ireland: Jameson launches new expression
28 October, 2010
Irish whiskey Jameson has launched a new expression in South Africa. Jameson Select Reserve is made from a blend of small batch grain whiskey, not found in any other Jameson expression, and single Irish pot still whiskey.
American wins sommelier world cup in South Africa
20 October, 2010
Wines Of South Africa’s (WOSA) first Sommelier World Cup has been won by an American.
Graham Beck dies
28 July, 2010
Graham Beck, the name behind one of South Africa’s best-known wine brands, has died aged 80.
Denmark/Holland: South African wine is a winner
17 June, 2010
South Africa-based wine company Origin Wine has announced growth in Holland, and Denmark for its brands Stormhoek and Fairhills.
UK: Alcohol awareness charity Drinkaware has launched a programme to help fans stay safe and drink responsibly throughout the World Cup this summer, whether they’re travelling to South Africa or watching from the UK.
South African wine gets sustainability seal
21 April, 2010
The South African wine industry has launched a new sustainability seal, as a guarantee of environmentally-sensitive production.
South Africa: Confusion reigns over wineland mining
16 March, 2010
Confusion reigns in South Africa as new reports suggest mining applications in the winelands have not been withdrawn.
Comment
Nick Strangeway
NOTHING'S NORMAL
Happy customers across the UK enjoyed their first pints and non-homemade cocktails at the start of July as its hospitality sector reopened after months of lockdown. But normal service has hardly resumed.
