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See you on our Education Roadshow in Q2 2026. Please click here if you want to register for Term 2 | 2026, or apply for a bursary. Well done to all of our fantastic learners across the continent for a superb start to 2026! Term 1 saw record participation across the Beverageintelligence University, and we are thrilled to share the end of term awards and leaderboards for our top performing learners in Term 1 of 2026. The big highlight of the Term was the launch of our new Maste

Pinot Noir. Chardonnay. And one valley that changed the South African wine landscape for these two noble varietals. In this podcast, Under the Influence is joined by Anthony Hamilton Russell of Hamilton Russell Vineyards — a pioneer of the Hemel-en-Aarde and one of the most articulate voices in wine anywhere. We dig into terroir, legacy, and what it takes to build a world-class brand from cool-climate ground up. Better beverages for Africa start with conversations like this o

In the latest episode of the Under the Influence podcast, we get to know one of our team members better, Penny Setti! A Somm, educator, wine bar entrepreneur and everything in-between, Penny has worked at renowned properties in the Chef's Warehouse group, and has travelled the whole African continent as our Group Somm. We explore some Somm secrets, and the Art of Storytelling in this deep dive podcast.