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Raka introduces new labels for Quinary and Biography Shiraz

Raka introduces new labels for Quinary and Biography Shiraz

The Quinary and Biography Shiraz, the flagship wines of Raka Wines, now boast brand new labels.
Results announced for the first South Africa Selection by CMB

Results announced for the first South Africa Selection by CMB

In the exciting first South Africa Selection by CMB, held on 18 and 19 September in Somerset West, 68 medals and trophies have been awarded to deserving South and Southern African producers.
Raka Wines celebrates Top 20 spot in the Absa Top 10 Pinotage competition

Raka Wines celebrates Top 20 spot in the Absa Top 10 Pinotage competition

Alas Raka did not make the Top 10 of the 2024 Absa Top 10 Pinotage competition – but Top 20 is still a huge achievement!
Raka Wines makes top 20 of the Absa Top 10 Pinotage competition

Raka Wines makes top 20 of the Absa Top 10 Pinotage competition

Did you see the big bright Super Blue Boon last Monday? This is about as big as our excitement about placing in the top 20 of the 2024 Absa Top 10 Pinotage competition!
Absa Top 20 Pinotage finalists unveiled for the 2024 Pinotage competition

Absa Top 20 Pinotage finalists unveiled for the 2024 Pinotage competition

The Pinotage Association announces the highly anticipated Absa Top 20 Pinotage finalists for the 2024 Pinotage competition.
Winter news from Raka Wines

Winter news from Raka Wines

Winter is a slow time on the Raka farm, or at least that is what the sunny days make you think! But the preparation for the new vintage is in full swing…
One million wine views: a record-breaking figure

One million wine views: a record-breaking figure

For the last two consecutive months, the wine fact sheets on wine.co.za have been viewed over a million times per month.
National Wine Challenge Special Awards 2024

National Wine Challenge Special Awards 2024

National Wine Challenge 2024, South Africa’s premier fine wine competition, announces this year's winners of the Special Awards.
National Wine Challenge / Top 100 SA Wine results 2024

National Wine Challenge / Top 100 SA Wine results 2024

The first set of 2024 key results, brought to you by the NWC.
Harvest news from Raka Wines

Harvest news from Raka Wines

With the seasons changing, the Raka farm is dressed in the colours of autumn and is beautiful!
Raka's Josef Dreyer a Diner's Club Winemaker of the Year 2023 finalist

Raka's Josef Dreyer a Diner's Club Winemaker of the Year 2023 finalist

The Raka team is proud to share that Josef Dreyer, Raka’s winemaker, is one of the finalists for Diner's Club SA Winemaker of the Year 2023!
Raka reports on severe flooding

Raka reports on severe flooding

Raka Wines reflects on the impact that the widespread flooding over the Heritage Day long weekend had on their farm.
Romantic getaways on 20 different wine routes

Romantic getaways on 20 different wine routes

From Bot River to Darling, here's a list of romantic getaways on 20 different wine routes in South Africa.
Stanford Wine Route: Activities for the whole family

Stanford Wine Route: Activities for the whole family

Stanford offers an assortment of activities for foodies, families, outdoorsy types, birdwatchers, and, of course, wine farm goers.
Our favourite winter wines

Our favourite winter wines

Is it just us, or does winter 2023 feel like the coldest one yet? Stock up and warm up with some of our favourite winter reds and sticky wines.
Celebrate the fathers in your life with Raka Wines

Celebrate the fathers in your life with Raka Wines

Celebrating a good red wine is important and so is celebrating the fathers in our life.
New wine release: Raka Sauvignon Blanc 2022

New wine release: Raka Sauvignon Blanc 2022

Raka's Sauvignon Blanc 2022 is on the market and ready for your enjoyment!
Raka’s December wine news

Raka’s December wine news

As the year draws to an end, the excitement of harvest is building at Raka Wines.
Walker Bay Fynbos Conservancy update: Spring 2022

Walker Bay Fynbos Conservancy update: Spring 2022

An update from the Walker Bay Fynbos Conservancy on all of the beauty and magic that is springtime in the Walker Bay region.
Time flies: Catching up with the Dreyer family of Raka Wines

Time flies: Catching up with the Dreyer family of Raka Wines

Time flies; 2022 has crossed its halfway mark. So far, Raka Wines has celebrated their 21st harvest, impressive wine awards, and a special birthday.
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