One Day in Darling

It was 40°C in the shade that day as we drove away from South Africa’s west coast, inland deep into the Swartland wine district. Besides my obvious thirst, I was eager with anticipation for a wine tasting that would no doubt ensue.
Our destination was Cloof, a wine estate offering not only decent wines, but good [...]


My Wine Cellar Comic Relief

As we launch ourselves into 2010, I thought what better way then to kick-off with some light-hearted comic relief.  Watch below as Jamie Kennedy holds a wine tasting with a difference…
Cheers!
Brandon Marc


Tasting Tips

To the average wine-lover, like myself, the process of tasting wine can look more like an amusing ritual rather than practical necessity. But, in actual fact, there are sound reasons behind every step of the ancient process. And for your benefit I have compiled 3 simple steps below, deciphering the simple science and enhancing your [...]