The Syrah du Monde 2010, taking place in Chateau d'Ampuis in the northern Rhone Valley in France in early June, drew winemakers from all over the world as well as from all the French regions to compete for the best Shiraz awards. This year, 387 wine samples from 27 countries were judged and South Africa won eight golds and nine silvers, a remarkable achievement, as only 39 contenders earned gold status for their distinctive quality. 14 Jun 2010
The South African Breweries Limited and SAB Zenzele Holdings on Wednesday, 9 June 2010, announced the results of the offer of SAB Zenzele shares to qualifying applicants. 11 Jun 2010
Entries for the 2010 Diners Wine List of the Year Competition are now open and close at 4.30pm on 23 July 2010. Judging will take place in August and the winners will be announced the following month at awards ceremonies to be held in Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town. The competition gives recognition to those restaurants whose wine lists not only provides a balanced range of wines but also best complements the food on offer. 11 Jun 2010
Waterkloof wine estate has unveiled its maiden vintage of an exclusive, expressive white, Circle of Life 2009. 9 Jun 2010
Mzansi youth have spoken and named Pin Pop lollipops the 'Coolest Sweet' in South Africa for the second year running in the Sunday Times Generation Next Survey. Yogueta placed third, up against competition from the likes of Smarties, Chappies and Mentos. 8 Jun 2010
On Saturday 5 June 2010 in Monte Carlo, Monaco, the joint chief executives and founders of OUTsurance, Howard Aron and Willem Roos, were inducted into the Ernst & Young World Entrepreneur Hall of Fame. 8 Jun 2010
The winemaker and proprietor of Raats Family Wines, Bruwer Raats initially joined Indaba Wines as a production consultant in 2008. 8 Jun 2010
Following its annual trade day, held at the end of May 2010, the Essential Hardware group has announced launches and customer service programmes for its members across South Africa and Namibia. 4 Jun 2010
Purity is extending its Tastes of Africa jarred range of baby food the launch of the new Third Food variants that cater for older babies from 8 months. This joins the Second Food Tastes of Africa, which is aimed at babies from 7 months. 3 Jun 2010
Team Brand Café (Thabang Leshilo, Lee Matabane and Amantle Mokubung), which captured the top position in the National L'Oreal Brandstorm competition held recently, will travel to the international finals to be held at the brand's headquarters in Paris on 16-17 June 2010. 3 Jun 2010
Scooter manufacturer Vespa has a range of helmets designed and manufactured to the highest international standards by Piaggio in Italy. Vespa South Africa recently introduced a range of retro flag helmets in support of the World Cup, available in a variety of patriotic designs including the Union Jack, Brazil and Italy flags. 2 Jun 2010
Razvan Macici, the cellarmaster of Nederburg since 2001, has produced the 2004 and 2005 vintages of Edelkeur, both graceful, vibrant wines with lively notes of apricot, honey and citrus, to keep company with Gunter Brözel's 1977 vintage of this signature dessert wine. 2 Jun 2010
Leading designers, Trevyn and Julian McGowan of Source, who have strong design credentials and a wealth of international experience, have partnered with Boardmans to curate a comprehensive collection of South African design products, under the brand, 'Welcome Home'. 1 Jun 2010
Fromageries Bel is adding variety to The Laughing Cow cheese range with the introduction of new ham-flavoured wedges, an extension to their core wedges range currently available in plain and light. 31 May 2010
NEW YORK, US: Apple's iPad finally goes on sale outside the United States this week after heavy US demand for the multi-media gadget forced a one-month delay of its international release. 27 May 2010
Vuva Tchunas is a conversion of the traditional vuvuzela sound, commonly used at football matches to ignite renewed support from soccer fans for their favourite teams on the field, into musical notation on the CD, 'Vuva Tchunas'. 27 May 2010
The Fan Can high-quality sports jigsaw puzzle range has launched in South Africa and for the first time fans can take their favourite sports teams and personalities home in a can. The oversized can with its jigsaw puzzle is ideal for sports fans, enthusiasts and collectors. 25 May 2010
Aquafresh is launching the Interdental Buzz, a power toothbrush inspired by dental floss and combined with the gentle but effective vibration action of a battery-operated brush. 24 May 2010
Stefanie Payendee, a 27-year-old from Johannesburg, has won the 2010 Elle New Talent Make-Up Artist Search. The competition was held in partnership with international make-up brand, Max Factor, and the winner was selected at the glitzy final event, which took place at The Runway in Cape Town on the Thursday, 13 May 2010. 21 May 2010
Currently available in 43 countries and one of the biggest South African wine brands in Canada and Australia, Obikwa wines have launched two new single varietal wines in the home market. 21 May 2010
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