Discovery

Discovery

22 Mar 2022

The Spirit of Cape Wine

Boasting a 350-year history of brandy production and a wealth of award-winning brands, South Africa’s premium distillers are confident that Cape Brandy can finally emerge from the shadow of Cognac.

Discovery

03 Feb 2022

Understanding the complexity of the Mâconnais

In the far South of Burgundy, between the Chalonnais and Beaujolais, is an area home to 43 appellations, including 5 Crus and 1er Crus. Renowned for offering the best value for money among Burgundy whites, there is an endless range of styles, extending to reds and Crémants. Alain Echalier explains more.

Discovery

03 Feb 2022

No-low wines: a full-fledged market category

In its definition of wine, the International Organisation of Vine and Wine specifies that it must have a minimum ABV of 8.5%, with regional exceptions of 7%. Many countries have used this as a model for their own regulations, compelling them to find another term for these uber-trendy drinks. We interviewed producers in France, Italy and South Africa to find out more.

Discovery

03 Feb 2022

Montalcino, the ‘promised land’ for Sangiovese in Tuscany.

Brunello di Montalcino is, without doubt, one of the most significant designations both in Italy and worldwide, but few people know its history.

Discovery

01 Feb 2022

Puglia and its wine revolution

Puglia is one of the regions in southern Italy which has carved out a reputation for itself in recent years for both its quality and its identity, drawing on a winning combination of both native and international grape varieties.

Discovery

01 Feb 2022

Prosecco in the pink of health

A combination of confidence and reticence, foresight and respect for tradition, Prosecco Rosé was born in 2020. The pink version of Prosecco, with its own regulations, joins existing white versions of DOC Prosecco produced since 2009, namely Prosecco Frizzante, Spumante and Tranquillo.

Discovery

01 Feb 2022

Mother Nature sets the trends

In South Africa, most new planting material is not being chosen on the basis of fashion or novelty but rather because it is best for local climate conditions – and climate change.