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Vineyards in Argentina are no longer limited to the “classic” wine-making regions of Mendoza, Salta and San Juan. Nowadays, “modern” vineyards are emerging everywhere from Patagonia to Buenos Aires province.

With South African consumers under tremendous financial pressure, the pawnbroker business has seen quite a rise in individuals coming to lenders for financial assistance. Peter Setou, senior manager of education and strategy at the National Credit Regulator (NCR) reminds pawnbrokers to assess whether they have now surpassed the 100 agreements/R500 000 loan book threshold, and if so, to register with the NCR.

Winemakers from the Stellenbosch region are among the finalists for the 42nd Diners Club Winemaker and 22nd Young Winemaker of the Year awards, which were announced last week.

He said trays of olives placed on tables helped “refresh the palate and cut through tannins”. Russell said it was really important to stay hydrated and well-rested. SCOTT HAMMOND/Stuff.co.nz Stuff reporter Maia Hart might be the worst person to judge wine. Then again, she might be the best. “Taking care of your mouth is a very big aspect of it too. “Some judges say to avoid coffee, it can be quite overpowering, but coffee is a good refresher on the palate. “I personally avoid mil...

Qualified beyond, Matthew Day’s BSc. in viticulture and oenology set the stage for the now 35-year-old to respectfully compose and add to what is now a nine-year, ongoing opus made up of some of the world’s most revered Sauvignon Blanc and signature Vin de Constance vintages. The award-winning wine writer and Master of Wine, Tim Atkins drank enough of Day’s delicious nectar to convince the British journalist that the young maverick’s commitment to the art of fine winemaking was worthy...