Wines of south africa book fair

Spier is located in the heart of south africas primary winegrowing region, just 20 minutes from cape town international airport. The south african wine index sawi has announced the winners of its annual grand wines collection awards for 2016, naming the best wines in south africa. Pinot gris planted on a very small scale in south africa. South africa has just 75 hectares of biodynamic vineyards. The literacy rate among the male population in this age group was 95. Discover fairbridge, a winery in western cape, south africa and explore their most popular wines. Aug 30, 2019 but south africas distance from the western world, the depression and world war ii and its apartheid policies kept the wines out of many markets until well into the 1990s. South african wine competitions the best ways to assess.

The number of fivestar wines announced has grown to 90 in 2019, and many refer to it as the definitive overview of south africas best, prize and awardwinning wines. The book is part of the series guide to the world of wine and is written and photographed by britt karlsson and per karlsson, multiple awardwinning wine book authors. The best supermarket fairtrade wines to buy right now. Book fairs and literary festivals are held throughout south africa each year to promote literacy among children and adults. Any survey of south african wines needs to combine tradition and a. Buying fairtrade wine helps ensure that farmers and workers are receiving a fair price as well as an additional premium to help their community invest in essential services such as education, sanitation and health care. The majority of the worlds winegrowing regions are concentrated between 3050 degrees north and south of the equator, in temperate climates where agricultural poverty is less prevalent. Pinotage, a cross between pinot noir and cinsault, is the countrys signature grape, responsible for.

South africa systembolaget, the swedish governmentowned alcohol monopoly, promises fair conditions but it also uses its purchasing power to put a downward pressure on prices. Whether its the physical conditions or the commitment and passion from local winemakers, the culmination of elements has resulted in one of. Published annually every year since 1980, the guide features several thousand wines from many hundreds of producers, negociants and brands. The best books and stories brought to life with unforgettable characters. By running the top 100 sa wines competition at a very high standard, south african wines are also getting vast amounts of exposure internationally, giving wine. South africas wine zones are divided into region, then smaller districts and finally wards, but the countrys wine styles are differentiated more by grape variety than by region. Aug 03, 2012 there are a variety of fairtrade wines available at retail locations throughout south africa, and there are wines that are both organic and fairtrade. South africas winemakers are coming to the uk and theyre bringing their hottest wines with them. Fairview wine and cheese bakery and deli tasting room. We were one of the first organisations in south africa to be accredited by fair trade in tourism south africa.

He is also a part of marvelous wines, a collaboration with a local. Sep 09, 2018 this event has passed south african book fair 2018. But south african wines still had yet to catch on in the rest of the world. Vinomed, new wine fair in montpellier 2728 april 2020. I was four years ago in south africa and i visited several wineries. While the south african wine industry is still largely white owned, the countrys major wine production zone the. More quality wines from south africa enter the global market forbes. Buying fairtrade wine helps ensure that farmers and workers are receiving a fair price as well as an additional premium to help their community invest in essential services such as education, sanitation and health care wine producers across south africa and south america face unique economic, social and political challenges. South africas largest and most loved travelling tryandbuy wine show the tops at spar wine show has launched its 2020 tour with a refreshing new identity and brand promise that invites guests to step into the beauty of the cape winelands. Stellar winery is south africas largest producer of fine, organic, fair trade wines. Palomino white french grape a heavy bearer, low in sugar and acid. South africa s largest and most loved travelling tryandbuy wine show the tops at spar wine show has launched its 2020 tour with a refreshing new identity and brand promise that invites guests to step into the beauty of the cape winelands. James brings a fresh perspective and a critical eye to a wine region about which he clearly cares deeply.

Home stellar winery i south african fair trade wines i stellar stellar. South african wine a guide to the wines of south africa. Converted into dollars, the inexpensive wines including a south africa sourced gallo barefoot that we spotted in one supermarket were about where we expected them to be. Access to international markets led to new investment in the south african wine market. South african wine has a history dating back to 1659, with the first bottle produced in cape town by its founder jan van riebeeck. Tradition and revolution was published in mid 20 by university of california press i have privately brought in some copies of the book which i am able to sell at a decent discount to the prevailing rate. A beginners guide to south african wine serious eats. Experience the magic of the constantia valley at the constantia food and wine festival, where we will be showcasing over 40 of the finest wines and delicious food from our award winning restaurants. Production is concentrated around cape town, with major vineyard and production centres at constantia, paarl, stellenbosch and worcester.

Have a look at the full list of discover south africa restaurants here. As a collaboration between the publishers association of south africa pasa and the frankfurt book fair, the cape town book fair was launched in 2006 as an international book fair in subsaharan africa. Cellar facilities at fairview have been provided for fairvalleys winemaker, awie adolf, to make wine. Our winemaking tradition started when the dutch east india company, who traded in spices and all things, decided to establish a halfwaypitstop at the southern point of africa in 1652. Wines of south africa wosa is a notforprofit industry organisation which promotes the export of all south african wine in key international markets. Mulderbosch vineyards in stellenbosch and fable mountain vineyard in tulbagh. Tesco finest fair trade breede river sauvignon blanc 2018, 12. In 2005, unesco institute for statistics reported a literacy rate of 94. Coincidentally for south african readers, biodynamics and pinotage are of remarkably similar age. The shows narrative is a unique interpretation of the prevailing global obsession with sustainability and a healthier planet, and its inspired by the global trend for urban.

Bordeaux, wines, regions, producers the book bkwine. A winery is a building or property that produces wine, or a business involved in the production of wine, such as a wine company. Wine producers across south africa and south america face unique economic, social and political challenges. Pinotage, a cross between pinot noir and cinsault, is the countrys signature grape, responsible for redfruitdriven, spicy, earthy reds. Best south african wines you need to try the independent. South african wine competitions the best ways to assess a. Nevertheless, south african wine competitions are necessary in order to encourage producers to create the high quality wines the country is known for. Exploring the swartland, the other south african wine.

Oct 10, 2016 whether its the physical conditions or the commitment and passion from local winemakers, the culmination of elements has resulted in one of south africas most remarkable, yet underrated. Jan 16, 2016 in 2011, he bought two south africa wineries. It produces wines with a strong grassy, green peppery character. This is a list of wineries in south africa arranged by wine region. Wines of south africa is a not for profit organisation that promotes all the lovely wines from south africa. I have privately brought in some copies of the book which i am able to sell at a decent discount to the prevailing rate. Converted into dollars, the inexpensive wines including a south africasourced gallo barefoot that we spotted in one. Even though many people regard south africa as a new world wine producing country, we have in fact happily been making wine for centuries. Wines of the world distributors pty ltd africa pages. Bordeaux, wines, regions, producers is an indispensable guide for those who want to know more about this world famous wine region, its wines and its winemakers.

A countrys literacy rate is often a key social indicator of development. The 2018 south african book fair, which will run from 7 to 9 september at johannesburgs newtown cultural precinct, will present a diverse programme of topics and activities for visitors from all walks of life. For the past two years, the fair has presented a stellar programme brimming with contentious topics facing south africa, and 2019 promises nothing less. Theres also a fair amount of merlot and chardonnay, along with pinotage, which is largely considered to be south africas signature variety. The judging panel is comprised of industry specialists from around south africa as well as other countries, and all scoring is done through a blind tastetest to ensure fair competition. As the demand for organic products and products produced under fairtrade standards grows, south africas organic and fair trade wine industry is sure to grow as well. The 2018 south african book fair, which will run from 7 to 9 september at johannesburgs newtown cultural precinct, will present a diverse programme of topics and activities for visitors from all walks of life the threeday programme of events, just released, is brimming with things to do and see for everyone from preschoolers to the. For the first time in south africa, a team of highly qualified subject experts have collaborated to write a publication simultaneously addressing the most influential factors facing the wine. The constantia food and wine festival will no longer be taking place. Platters south african wine guide is the first and bestknown wine publication in south africa a comprehensive guide to the nations winelands and their products. South african wine has needed a book like wines of the new south africa for some time.

Bordeaux, wines, regions, producers the book fblikebutton bordeaux, wines, regions, producers is an indispensable guide for those who want to know more about this world famous wine region, its wines and its winemakers. In my opinion this country has a great potential for producing good wines. South africas organic and fairtrade wine industry live eco. Wines of south africa wosa is a notforprofit industry organisation which promotes the exports of all south african wine in key international markets. It takes place for the first time this year for two days, april 27 and 28, 2020. First and foremost, fairview is a working farm, housing a collection of microbusinesses all sharing in a common goal to create artisanal and sustainable produce, with a focus on fine wine and cheese. Wines of the world distributors pty ltd phone and map of address. Platters 2019 is as always the wine lovers essential guide to the wines, wine estates and winelands of the cape, says the guides publisher, jeanpierre rossouw.

Jun 02, 2018 the old mutual trophy wine show is south africas premier wine competition, identifying the very best cape wines, recognising the achievements of the countrys winemakers, and honouring. Though centuries old, south african wines are only in this century. Tokara excels for 4th consecutive year at wm 10 year old wine awards. By holding these events, organisers are helping to raise the standards in the winemaking industry, holding it to new values and ensuring that south african wines just keep getting better. Weve been caring custodians of our land since 1693, and invite you to come and visit us and see for yourself how our farm operates. There are a variety of fairtrade wines available at retail locations throughout south africa, and there are wines that are both organic and fairtrade. Earn cash for the school or get double the profit with scholastic dollars.

South africas coolest wine growing region, the apple orchards of elgin still dominate and many wine farms are on former apple land, but today this selfcontained area, ringed by mountains to the south west of cape town, is one of south africas best, especially for aromatic varieties, chardonnay and pinot noir. Zorgvliet wines country lodge, stellenbosch, south africa. Spier was also the first winery to be accredited by the wine industry ethical trade association. During the first democratic elections in 1994, south africa began to reemerge onto the international wine scene. Here you will find uptodate information on our regions, varieties, terroir and amazing biodiversity, which all make for magic wines from a magical place. Stellar is a fairtrade company with 25% of the company owned by its workers. The essential guide to south african wines is a new book that addresses two important aspects of our wine industry. Jun 20, 2016 the south african wine index sawi has announced the winners of its annual grand wines collection awards for 2016, naming the best wines in south africa. How south africa built a booming wine business entrepreneur. This event has passed south african book fair 2018. They produce a range of sulfur free wines in red, white, rose and sparkling and are the uks best selling organic wine brand. So it seemed only fair to put their wives initialasm. Tradition and revolution was published in mid 20 by university of california press.

A secure, cashfree way to shop the fair with yearround shopping online. The fair is now known as the south african book fair sabf. May 10, 2016 sue and i last visited south africa in 2014 i was a vinpro information day speaker and we were surprised by the wine prices we saw. Read more about wosas upcoming annual tasting event and find out how to book tickets here. Besides wine making equipment, larger wineries may also feature warehouses, bottling lines, laboratories, and. The pasa decided to change the name in november 20 ahead of the 2014 fair to. The focus of vinomed is the wines from the languedocroussillon even if the show also includes some other regions in occitanie, like e. Sue and i last visited south africa in 2014 i was a vinpro information day speaker and we were surprised by the wine prices we saw.