https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/786.html South Africa Agriculture, Horticulture & Forestry news 15 Viticulture & Oenology news - South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/res/img/logo.gif https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/786.html en-us Sun, 31 May 2026 13:44:48 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/young-winemaker-banele-vakele-takes-tembela-wines-global-289117a South African winemaker Banele Vakele is gaining international recognition as a new generation of boutique producers strengthens the country’s position in global wine markets. 1-268470 Tue, 26 May 2026 15:14:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Viticulture & Oenology South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/wine-tourism-conference-returns-to-stellenbosch-in-may-958774a The Wine Tourism Conference will return to Cavalli Estate in Stellenbosch on 19 and 20 May 2026, bringing together wine estate owners, tourism operators, investors and hospitality leaders to examine the future of South Africa’s wine tourism sector. 1-267944 Fri, 08 May 2026 13:08:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Viticulture & Oenology South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/platters-wine-guide-editor-philip-van-zyl-steps-down-after-28-years-847983a The Platter’s by Diners Club South African Wine Guide will see a major editorial change as long-serving editor Philip van Zyl steps down after 28 years at the helm. 1-267719 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:23:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Viticulture & Oenology South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/sa-sauvignon-blanc-wins-big-at-global-competition-403849a South Africa’s Sauvignon Blanc producers have increased both participation and medal wins at the Sauvignon Selection by Concours Mondial de Bruxelles (CMB) 2026, reinforcing the country’s growing presence in the global wine market. 1-267615 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:29:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Viticulture & Oenology South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/dgb-records-fifth-consecutive-win-at-mundus-vini-awards-399518a DGB has been named Best Producer South Africa at the 2026 Mundus Vini Spring Tasting, alongside recognition for its performance over 25 years in the competition. 1-266843 Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:25:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Viticulture & Oenology South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/optimism-grows-as-sas-2026-wine-harvest-outlook-improves-733172a South Africa’s wine industry is heading into the final stretch of the 2026 harvest with renewed optimism, as improved crop estimates and encouraging early quality indicators point to a stronger season than initially expected. 1-266612 Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:25:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Viticulture & Oenology South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/diners-club-announces-2025-sa-winelist-awards-winners-288967a South Africa’s top restaurants have been recognised for excellence in wine with the 2025 Diners Club Winelist Awards. Celebrating outstanding curation, diversity, and service, the awards highlight establishments that set the standard for wine presentation and elevate the dining experience across the country. 1-266300 Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:22:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Viticulture & Oenology South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/drinks-federation-of-sa-joins-forces-to-combat-illicit-alcohol-at-2026-emea-security-conference-399928a The Drinks Federation of South Africa (DF-SA) has confirmed its role as a collaborative industry partner at the 2026 EMEA Security Conference, taking place in Cape Town from 25-26 March 2026. 1-266273 Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:22:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Viticulture & Oenology South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/cape-wine-estates-poised-for-luxury-tourism-boom-says-vergenoegd-low-owner-733792a South Africa’s wine tourism sector is attracting growing attention, driven by global demand for luxury, authentic, and sustainable travel experiences. 1-266132 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:06:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Viticulture & Oenology South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/temporary-us-tariff-hits-south-african-wine-exports-840043a South African wine exports to the United States are set to face a temporary import tariff from 24 February 2026, following a proclamation by US President Donald Trump imposing new surcharges on imported goods to address the country’s balance-of-payments deficit. 1-265869 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 11:05:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Viticulture & Oenology South Africa