Chenin Blanc has sometimes been labelled as the less fashionable and lower quality grape in South Africa, but this is a load of nonsense. The fact that it has been... 

Under the Influence is proud to present another one of the “decsontructing wine” series and this time we are deconstructing Pinot Noir, that noble and... 

Like other Great Whites of the ocean, Great White Blends are often misunderstood creatures! In South African white wine blends have increased in popularity, away... 

Shiraz. Syrah. South Africa is producing some leading lights of this varietal and we want to deconstruct this grape in a discovery tasting at the Roundhouse. We... 

Under the Influence has teamed up with Marco Paulo restaurant in Durban to host an Italian food and wine extravaganza! This experience includes a beautiful four... 

Cabernet Sauvignon. The king of the red grapes! Don’t tell that to the Italians or Burgundians… Anyway, this tasting is all about deconstructing the... 

Like other Great Whites of the ocean, Great White Blends are often misunderstood creatures! In South African white wine blends have increased in popularity, away... 

The First Growths are a very special group of wine Estates that we have especially sought out. In this economic climate we want to find wines that are top quality... 

Like other Great Whites of the ocean, Great White Blends are often misunderstood creatures! In South African white wine blends have increased in popularity, away... 

The Wine Discovery Mini Course is a journey through flavour in wine and is a superb way to brush up on the basics while tasting beautiful wines. Wine is all about...