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South Africa Spreads its Wings
Syrah and Chenin Blanc emerge as serious quality contenders
With Pinotage all but scuttled as the country's signature grape, South Africa's quality-oriented producers are zeroing in on a few varietals as potential leaders. Syrah has quickly blossomed as the top red varietal, and Cabernet Sauvignon is also in the mix.
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