13.04.12
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Waterkloof Passion

Posted by mareec

Waterkloof … an insight into the why’s and how’s.

06.04.12
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Boutinot South Africa Grape Harvest 2012

Posted by marindak

The grape-harvest is the culmination of the work in the vineyard and the beginning of the work in the winery. So naturally, a very exciting time for everyone involved. Boutinot vineyards are very site-specific. We believe that each vineyard will …

05.04.12
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Alternative Fuel

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05.04.12
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100% success rate at the China Wine Awards 2012

Posted by jeanw

We’ve had exceptional results in the China Best Value Wine Awards 2012, with recognition for quality and value across the portfolio.  All great exposure in this exciting emerging market. The highlights: Tiger Horse Cinsault 2011 (a wine we produce specifically …

14.03.12
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Mostly sunny……

Posted by marindak

is for sure an understated description of weather conditions under our South African skies, with temperatures reaching 45 degree C in some wine growing areas this week. Luckily, the growing season was mild to cool. The amount of ground waterlevels …

12.03.12
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Shiraz time!

Posted by marindak

A taste of what’s been happening in South Africa recently. It’s getting very exciting!

01.03.12
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Benares – Rijk’s Dinner

Posted by christinac

Michelin starred Indian restaurant, Benares, hosted a dinner featuring Rijk’s wines on the 29th February. Neville and Teresa Dorrington, owners of the Rijks estate in Tulbagh, South Africa, were on hand to present the wines.   Fantastic food specifically matched with …

20.12.11
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Press Reviews … a round-up

Posted by christinac

Rimauresq Cru Classé 2010, Côtes de Provence, France: “No rosé is more elegant, refined and food-friendly than a classic Provençal one – this has weight and presence despite its palest salmon colour. The fruit is subtle, but there is a …

07.12.11
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Growing season in South Africa, full of surprises!

Posted by marindak

The South African wine industry is positive that a good growing season will yield a larger harvest, despite a decline in the area under vines in recent years. Following a cold winter and moderate to warm spring with good, even …

24.11.11
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Guardian and Observer Reviews

Posted by markw

‘Wine: Malbec – the grape that does what it says on the tin’ by Fiona Beckett, The Guardian 4th November 2011: ” … it’s a variety that doesn’t benefit that much from being buttressed with oak and more concentrated than …