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Mullineux & Leeu Family Wines wins World’s Best Rising Star for second consecutive year
Mullineux & Leeu Family Wines has secured the prestigious World’s Best Rising Star title at the Golden Vines 2026 Awards in London, marking the second consecutive year the…
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Rooted in Renewal: Vusi Dalicuba Helps Drive Vergenoegd Löw’s Wine Renaissance
For Vergenoegd Löw, the story of renewal is being written both in the vineyards and in the cellar. As the…
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Delheim’s Standout Performance in Tim Atkin’s 2026 South Africa Special Report
In the world of wine, reputations are often built on fleeting trends, but some estates stand apart, cemented by decades…
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Diemersdal Honours Its Roots: Introducing the New Prospect Wine Range
Diemersdal, a farm with roots tracing back to 1698, is looking to the past to define its future with the…
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KWV Laborie Reigns Supreme with Third Win at 25th Amorim Cap Classique Challenge
Paarl estate KWV Laborie has reigned supreme at this year’s Amorim Cap Classique Challenge, securing the title of Best Wine…
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Heineken Beverages Named Best Producer at 2026 Mundus Vini Summer Tasting
Durbanville Hills and Nederburg lead an exceptional medal haul at Germany’s prestigious European wine competition. HEINEKEN Beverages has earned top…
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Paul Clüver Family Wines Hits 95-Point Milestone in Tim Atkin’s 2026 South Africa Report
Paul Clüver Family Wines continues to cement its reputation as a powerhouse of cool-climate viticulture, as evidenced by the recently…
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