International Merlot Day 2020
14/10/2020
Saturday 7th November celebrates the Merlot grape and its wines. Read on to see our top picks from around the world.
International Pinotage Day 2020
06/10/2020
This year, Saturday 10th October 2020 is International Pinotage Day. Events and promotions are planned all over the world. #PinotageMonth and #PinotageDay
New winemaker at DeMorgenzon
20/07/2020
After a decade of producing award-winning wines at DeMorgenzon, Carl van der Merwe has left to pursue new challenges...
2020 reflections from Cathy Marshall
09/04/2020
Thoughts from Elgin winemaker Cathy Marshall on harvest during lockdown.
The Buyer reviews recent tastings
06/02/2020
Roger Jones and David Kermode have both recently reviewed last month's Australia Day and New Zealand tastings.
Raising money for Australian bush fires
24/01/2020
Buying all things Australian is top of the list of ways to support those affected...
A recent trip to Australia
11/10/2019
Pippa visited our Australian producers over the summer - the weather was awful, but the wine was worth it!
Winter sunrises
02/07/2019
It's a bit quiet on the news front, so we thought we'd bring you some stunning sunrise photos instead!
Lower alcohol knowledge tested in MW exam
20/06/2019
The students' understanding about lower alcohol wines was tested in both the theory and practical papers.
Bodegas y Viñedos O. Fournier bought by González Byass
10/04/2019
We will continue to sell current vintages while stocks remain.
South Africa’s Old Vine Project
05/04/2019
The Old Vine Project (OVP) in South Africa is the first project of its kind in the world, certifying the authenticity of wines stating to be made from old vines.
London Wine Fair registration
14/03/2019
This year, London Wine Fair have decided to charge some people to attend the event. Read more to understand why...
An instagram round up
14/01/2019
Here are some recent instagram posts from our producers: long-awaited rain, tastings, awards and new additions!
Last orders for Christmas
06/12/2018
Everything you need to know about last order, delivery and collection times for the Christmas and New Year period.
Trentham Estate celebrates 30 years
04/10/2018
Australia’s Trentham Estate is celebrating its 30th year as a family-owned and operated winery, cellar door and restaurant.
Some instagram posts from our producers
20/07/2018
Here's a round up of some of this week's instagram posts: pruning, winter sunrises, reminiscences and exciting developments.
Success at IWC 2018!
11/07/2018
At last night's IWC 2018 awards dinner we were again delighted to receive both Small Agent of the Year and South African Specialist Merchant.
Renovations at Ernie Els
22/06/2018
After the 18th harvest of Ernie Els Wines the winery has announced that they will commence some eagerly anticipated renovations on 1st July 2018.
#drinkchenin
15/05/2018
This year's #drinkchenin day will be taking place around the world on Friday 15th June. It's the perfect opportunity to celebrate the variety and share your photos with other Chenin lovers.
Pikes’ new barrel regime
12/04/2018
Pikes have added another string to their eco-friendly bow with the use of High Power Ultrasonic (HPU) barrel cleaning technology.
Escarpment visit
26/02/2018
David Kermode, writing for Vinosaurus, recently spent time visiting New Zealand 's wine regions where he enjoyed a tasting with Larry McKenna, amongst others.
Win a trip to New Zealand
23/01/2018
New Zealand Wine are offering the trip of a lifetime to attend the International Sauvignon Blanc Celebration in Marlborough next January.
A round-up of recent press
05/12/2017
In the January edition of Decanter Magazine (on sale this month), 2016 Chenin Blanc 1947 by Kaapzicht is top of ‘The most exciting wines of 2017’.
CWG record set by Danie Steytler Snr
06/10/2017
Danie Steytler Snr, third generation winemaker at family-run Kaapzicht Estate, has set a record for the highest price ever bid with one of his entries into this year's 33rd Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild auction.
IWC 2017 – we won!
07/07/2017
We were delighted to be awarded Small Agent of the Year and South African Specialist Merchant in the 2017 IWC awards last night.
The Drinks Business interview Bird in Hand winemaker
20/06/2017
Bird in Hand's senior winemaker, Dylan Lee, was recently interviewed for The Drinks Business' Uncorked feature.
Dan Really Likes Wine feature on Cathy Marshall
01/06/2017
Dan Nicholls was full of praise for Cathy's Pinot Noir on Sandstone Soils in his recent feature on Elgin wines. He describes her winemaking skills as 'magnificent' and commenting that he would happily be stranded on a desert island with it. Click through...
New arrivals
08/05/2017
We are pleased to announce that following wines from Escarpment, Paul Cluver, DeMorgenzon, Darling Cellars and Kaapzicht have recently arrived in the UK, or will shortly do so.
See the Paul Cluver vintage in action
01/03/2017
Having recently spent a day in Elgin with winemaker, Andries Burger, at Paul Cluver, Jamie Goode has posted a fascinating video of his time at the winery on his website.
Defining wines of Australia
13/02/2017
The Halliday Wine Companion website is featuring an article by Iain Riggs of the Hunter Valley estate Brokenwood, in which gives 'his take on Australian winemaking and defining wines'.
Top 100 South African wines 2007-2016
19/01/2017
Nine wines made by Seckford Agencies' South African producers can be found in the Top 100 South African Wines 2007-2016 as judged by Top Wines SA in their 2017 update.
DeMorgenzon among ‘Top 20 wines of 2016’
03/01/2017
Decanter magazine have included DeMorgenzon's Reserve Chenin Blanc 2015 in their 'Top 20 wines of 2016' from the Decanter Panel Tastings.
O. Fournier recognised for excellence in wine and architecture
15/12/2016
LATAM Airline's Magazine has named O. Fournier the 'most fascinating winery in the world'.
Glenelly unveil new facilities
29/11/2016
After closing to the public for extensive renovations over the past year, Glenelly has unveiled its stunning new tasting room and restaurant in Stellenbosch, as well as a dedicated room to house Mme. May de Lencquesaing's Glass Collection.
Murray Barlow wins Diners Club Young Winemaker of the Year
21/11/2016
Rustenberg's Murray Barlow has been announced as Diners Club SA's Young Winemaker of the Year 2016, the only person to win this prestigious award twice.
A trip to South Africa
15/11/2016
My trip started with a fabulous visit to our exciting new supplier Lemberg, famous amongst many other things for having the mother block of the…
New arrivals
11/11/2016
We are pleased that the following new wines are now in the UK and available to order: TRENTHAM ESTATE 2015 The Family Nero d’Avola, Murray Darling, Australia…
Visit from Rust en Vrede
08/11/2016
Last week, we were treated to a visit from Rust & Vrede’s Warren Granat-Mulder. On a short stopover from Europe, en route to the USA, Warren…
Recent awards and press
17/10/2016
IWSC 2016 A special mention goes to DeMorgenzon for their 2015 Reserve Chenin Blanc which won the Chenin Blanc Trophy. Paired with its recent Gold…
Lower alcohol wines explained…
14/10/2016
We have recently introduced The Doctors’ range of lower alcohol wines to our list, which deliver the all the aromas and flavours you would expect…
Producer of the Month: Wooing Tree
04/10/2016
Central Otago is the world’s most southerly wine-producing region, famed for some of the New World’s most impressive expressions of Pinot Noir. Owned by Stephen…
Producer of the Month: Glenelly
11/09/2016
Glenelly Estate is in the Idas Valley, Stellenbosch, on the southern slopes of the Simonsberg Mountain. Its origins date back to the 17th century, and…