Iona 21st vintage celebration
2022 is the 25th anniversary of Andrew Gunn purchasing the Geelbeksvlei farm which he changed to Iona as a nod to his Scottish and Viking ancestry.
Carrie’s Corner
Talking wine, whisky and all things related to the alcohol industry, Carrie Adams is live on the BizNews Power Hour every Friday evening. The line ‘your network determines your net worth’ is highlighted on her Twitter profile, which can be seen in the guests she speaks to. She also produces stand alone podcasts, all published and accessible right here on Carrie’s Corner.
Carrie’s Corner: Wayne Buckley-Koch and I go to Wildekrans and back
In this episode of Carrie’s Corner, Carrie Adams speaks to Wayne Buckley-Koch of Wildekrans Wine Estate, a female-dominated space.
Carrie’s Corner: Iona celebrates 21 glorious years. Andrew Gunn fills us in
Iona Sauvignon Blanc turned 21 this month. It has been 25 years since Andrew Gunn bought the farm in June 1997.
Groote Post, anno 1706: The Early Days
Groote Post subsequently had several owners and interesting inhabitants, not the least of which was Hildagonda Duckitt, famous for her cook books.
Current owners of Vrede en Lust reflect on last 25 years as month of October marked an impressive anniversary
The current offering at Vrede en Lust is vastly different to the initial plan set out 25 years ago which was to produce one estate red wine only, in small quantities.
Groote Post: The Old Man’s Blend story
Peter’s dairy cattle are no more, but his love for cattle carries on through his prized herd of Angus cattle that roam the Darling Hills of Groote Post.
What makes Iona so special?
It’s the climate. The coolest vineyard in South Africa. Iona literally has its head in the clouds and its feet in post glacial alluvial soils.
Carrie’s Corner: The Iona story – founder Andrew Gunn
Andrew Gunn runs Iona, a winery that focuses on just four select wines. Andrew’s wife, Rozy, joined in on the fun with Carrie Adams in her naughty corner.