In recent years, South Africa has emerged from its apartheid-induced embargo to become one of the continent's most popular destinations. While the country offers plenty to visitors, including a mix of vibrant cultures and spectacular natural beauty, it's the kind of place Back Door travelers ... tourism industry in South Africa from Capetown native Carmin Arnot, who plans adventure travel for North...

I was dining the other night with a famous Melbourne athlete and remarked that this wine reminded me of Dalwhinnie shiraz a bit. He either snorted or just called me an idiot. Possibly both. I can’t remember which. I like to block them out of my mind. Anyway, rather than ...

Watch this Episode! 2001 Warwick Estate Reserve Red 2002 Warwick Three Cape Ladies Red 2001 Rudera Cabernet Sauvignon 2003 Thelema Cabernet Sauvignon Today Gary talks about four wines from an underatted region, South Africa. He reviews wines from the Stellenbosch region of South Africa. A new QOD and a new feature for you at the end. Watch...

Watch this Episode! Man Vintners Sauvignon Blanc 2005 Giesen Sauv Blanc Manta Sauv Blanc Markham Sauvignon Blanc Today Gary tastes and reviews four New World Sauvignon Blancs. See what Gary thinks of these four white wines. Of course more viewer comments and questions. Watch for the blast from the past ...

... and Africa (South Africa). We also tried to pick rosés that made use of regional grape varieties where possible. Banrock Station White Shiraz 2005 Country: Australia Region: South Eastern ... Country: South Africa Producer: Distillers Corporation Ltd. Blend: 100% Pinotage Alcohol: 12.8 ... ! ________________________________ Last up was the South African rosé, from a colourfully labelled...

I'm a big believer in the saying that goes something like "give a man a fish and he eats for one day; teach him to fish and he eats every day." Okay, I know I'm probably saying that wrong, but... Continue .

I am off for a week-long wine tour of South Africa! I'll be keeping a journal while I am there and will post when I get back.In non-South Africa news, the 2006 Saint Cosme CDR is drinking great right now. That's now a 4-year run of excellence for my favorite under $15 red...

I am going to post my notes/thoughts from tastings at each of the wineries in South Africa I visited for the next few posts...

Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot increase their presence in the Cape