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Matured To Perfection Over Eight Years

  Brand: Spier Wine Farm Product: Spier Prestige Cuvée Cap Classique 2016 Price: R450 per bottle Availability: Online and from the farm for the time being When it comes to winemaking, Cap Classique is not your standard bottle of wine. For winemakers up to the task, crafting a Cap Classique shifts into the territory of […]

2023 Inter Hotel Challenge Winners Announced

  “They’re smart, ambitious, and primed for success,” said Millicent Maroga, corporate affairs director for HEINEKEN Beverages, of the newest generation of Inter Hotel Challenge (IHC) winners. “It’s our view that when you show talent and determination, every effort should be made to help you get ahead,” she said regarding last night’s (28 November) gala […]

Must-Have Summer Accessories:

  In the spirit of optimism and giving that marks the summer season in South Africa, Veuve Clicquot’s ICONS Collection encapsulates the essence of sun-drenched days and festive celebrations. Comprising four inimitable objects of desire—each a design icon in its own right—this exclusive and personalisable gifting collection is available at Africa’s first Veuve Clicquot ICONS pop-up […]

Makro Cornubia Launches AI-powered Multi-Sensory Absolut Experience

  Recent insights from AI Palette reveal that globally, more consumers require more than just the taste of an alcoholic beverage. They want new and innovative multi-sensory experiences that engage their senses of sight, sound, touch and even smell. To create an experience that engages all the senses, Makro Cornubia and Absolut Vodka have combined […]

Makro Secures Exclusive Rights To SA’s Most Sought After Liquor

  Makro has launched its Festive liquor catalogue for 2023 – which its buyers explain is carefully crafted around local and international consumer trends. This year, the retailer managed to secure exclusive products from brands such as De Krans, Vilafonte, Diemersdal, The Goose and Glenfiddich. Mpho Thagisa, Vice President of Liquor at Makro, explains that […]

Get Ready To Pop The Corks

Perfectly timed with the beginning of the festive season and the summer season in full swing, the Franschhoek valley welcomes the return of the sparkling annual highlight, the Franschhoek Cap Classique & Champagne festival, presented by Sanlam Private Wealth and set for 2-3 December 2023. The abundant Franschhoek valley is renowned for producing Cap Classiques of outstanding quality, […]

Krone’s Site Specific Series; Vintage-only Cap Classiques Hewn From Three Extraordinary Sites

  When cellarmaster of Krone Cap Classique, Rudiger Gretschel, returned home from a trip to France he was inspired by the grower champagne movement. “We set out to make site specific Cap Classique a first for South Africa,” shares Gretschel.  ‘It had to be Blanc de Blancs. We knew we could express the terroir better […]

Discover the Sparkling Spectacle: Franschhoek’s Cap Classique Route Hosts a Week-Long Celebration, 1 to 7 September 2023

The enchanting valley of Franschhoek is preparing to shine as it gears up to host an extraordinary week-long of fabulous festivities, paying tribute to the effervescence of Cap Classique wines and perfectly coinciding with the beginning of spring and international Cap Classique dayFrom 1st to 7th September 2023, locals and visitors alike will be treated […]

South Africa Celebrates Its 2023 Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Award Winners

  In a highly anticipated event held at The Forum, in Johannesburg on 19 July, Claire Blanckenberg and Zama Ngcobo were lauded as the winners of the 2023 Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Award and Bold Future Award, respectively. Launched in 1972 to commemorate the Maison’s 200th anniversary, the Bold Woman Award is imbued with the […]

Meet The 2023 Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Award Finalists

  Veuve Clicquot has selected 6 entrepreneurial women as finalists for the annual Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Award in South Africa. For over 50 years, true to the heritage of its trailblazing leader, Madame Clicquot, the Bold programme has highlighted and empowered remarkable women in business. In honour of her audacious spirit, the Veuve Clicquot […]

Luxurious Mother’s Day Must-Haves

  It’s a date set aside for us annually to show our appreciation for the women who raised, supported, and continue to inspire us. We’ve curated a best-in-class gift guide to assist you in returning that selfless generosity – from afternoon tea to fashion, food and wine, this luxury gift guide is home to only […]

Philip Morris International launches New IQOS ORIGINALS ONE

Philip Morris International has launched a new version of its IQOS heat-not-burn cigarette alternative in South Africa. The IQOS ORIGINALS ONE is an upgraded and renamed version of the IQOS 3 MULTI. IQOS is the world’s number one tobacco heating system[1] and a preferred choice for approximately 17.8 million adults globally, who have switched completely […]

In Vino Veritas: De Toren’s Book XVII 2021 Is A Tribute To Ancient Viticultural Wisdom

Regarded as one of the finest Bordeaux-style wines to emerge from South Africa, De Toren Private Cellar’s Book XVII wine is the perfect blend of craftsmanship and nature — and the latest vintage from 2021 is no exception. The limited-edition wine, which is now available for pre-release reservations, was inspired by ancient Roman Philosopher, Pliny […]

Non-Alcoholic Cocktails Hit Record highs

  South Africa, 6th February 2023 – The ‘sober curious’ trend is on the rise, driven by increasing consumer demand for non-alcoholic products that provide an elevating drinking experience. IWSR, the leading source of data and insight on the global beverage alcohol market, the no/low alcohol category value surpassed $11 billion in 2022 up from […]

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