Platter's South African Wine Guide 2026

The2026 guide has well over 900 producers, merchants and brands featured,including more than 30 new ones, and over 8,000 locally produced wines, as wellas brandies, husk spirits and sherry-style wines.

Allthe best-selling features of the collectible editions are present and fullyupdated for the 2026 guide, in which well over 900 producers, merchants andbrands are featured, including more than 30 new ones, and over 8,000 locallyproduced wines, as well as brandies, husk spirits and sherry-style wines.

Since1980, Platter's has been the definitive guide for wine enthusiasts andconnoisseurs alike. This indispensable companion offers expertly crafted,independent ratings and reviews of South Africa's finest wines, wineries, andestates. Through a unique combination of sighted and blind tastings, thistrusted guide delivers honest, insightful recommendations to help you discoverhidden gems and celebrated classics. Whether you're a seasoned sommelier or acasual sipper, The John Platter Wine Guide 2026 is your key to navigating thevibrant and diverse world of South African wine.

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