Podcast: The Cold Soak – the month in SA wine reviewed
By Christian Eedes, 30 March 2026
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Introducing The Cold Soak, a podcast where we discuss what’s been happening in South African wine over the past month – new releases, industry chatter, bold moves and questionable decisions.
Hosted by Ex Animo Wine Co.’s David Clarke and Winemag.co.za editor Christian Eedes, it pairs two informed, independent voices with a clear sense of perspective.
Each episode cuts through the noise: key releases, sharp takes on Winemag reports, and candid discussion on where the industry is headed.
The approach is rigorous but unpretentious, analytical with a touch of humour – equally relevant to industry insiders and engaged drinkers alike.
Listen to the March review here.
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Donald Griffiths | 1 April 2026
I cannot fathom why Sauvignon Semillon blends remain unfashionable. You’d think that Sauvignon would be the gateway drug (for want of better words) and there are enough people who drink it for there to be a significant trickle down effect on it being blended – and in 99% of cases improved – with Semillon. Its very strange.
Christian Eedes | 1 April 2026
Hi Donald, As former Tokara winemaker Miles Mossop once observed to me: Some say it tastes just like Sauvignon Blanc – so why the premium? Others feel it doesn’t taste enough like Sauvignon Blanc – so no, thank you.