South Africa

Meet South African Cinsault, Your Next Red Wine Crush

South African Cinsault is having its moment in the sun. “What truly sets modern South African Cinsault apart,” writes Food & Wine contributor Lauren Buzzeo, “is its adaptability.” She praises Craven Cinsaut for showcasing “the grape’s delicate, Pinot-like charm,” and calls Mother Rock’s version “a perfect summertime sipper.” In the more serious category of Cinsault, […]
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South Africa

“Once a Blending Grape, Cinsault Has Found Varietal Fame in the Southern Hemisphere”

Hannah Staab features Craven and Van Loggerenberg Wines in her article on the workhorse grape, Cinsault. She writes, “Cinsault’s bad reputation could have been a blessing in disguise, as the once-abandoned vineyards in South Africa and Chile are now a bounty of coveted old vines. Producers like Lukas Van Loggerenberg of Van Loggerenberg Wines aim to […]
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