by James Fouche | Jul 23, 2026 | Wine
The Klein Karoo has much to offer in the vein of nature and the accompanying peacefulness. While ensconced in the splendour and the Karoo charm, you will likely fall victim to the allure of its bustling wine experience. Undoubtedly the primary fortified wine...
by James Fouche | Jul 13, 2026 | Wine
“Age appears best in four things: old wood to burn, old wine to drink, old friends to trust and old authors to read.” – Francis BaconThe only thing more challenging than making a decision is sticking to that decision. In the wine world, this is possibly the true...
by James Fouche | Oct 1, 2025 | Wine
From dust to rootstock, viniculture comprises much more than balancing flavour profiles and tones with body and texture. Winemaking is often described as an art form, but it is easy to overlook the fact that winemakers are essentially farmers at heart. There is no...
by James Fouche | Sep 23, 2025 | Wine
“Wine is older than history. Humans didn’t invent wine. We discovered it.” Philip SeldonMany moons ago, I realized there was much more to winemaking than the romance associated with the industry. Pictures and Hollywood movies do tell a lovely story, but I believe...
by James Fouche | Sep 22, 2025 | Wine
Back in 2016, Kallie and Pat Calitz became intrigued by the idea of owning a wine farm in the Garden Route, something Kallie had dreamt about for many years. They hungered for a change of pace from Gauteng. While he had a passion for farming, the search for the right...
by James Fouche | Sep 17, 2025 | Wine
“We are all mortal until the first kiss and the second glass.” Eduardo GaleanoThere is much to be said about the Tasmanian wine and how it contributes to the Australian wine industry. So much so that it only seems fair to take a look at the history to fully grasp how...
