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		WINE is recognised as an authoritative voice on wine and the wine lifestyle, a multi-media brand that speaks to those with “a taste of good living” through a fun and informative monthly magazine, a vibrant website, an interesting and keenly anticipated weekly webletter, wine-related books, public tasting events and a social media presence that allows WINE to engage its consumers in this space.

WINE attracts a niche, sought-after audience of high net-worth wine enthusiasts. To quote Yvonne Johnston, CEO of the International Marketing Council: “Wine lovers are usually found at the top end of the social scale. They live an above average lifestyle and are selective about what they buy and read. This market is probably one of the toughest niche markets to reach and influence. They don’t watch TV, nor do they subscribe to the general press. Entry in their world is limited. It is only those titles that match their lifestyle that can break into their world. In this country, WINE Magazine happens to be one of them.” WINE magazine currently has a circulation of 10 101, 8 490 readers, 18 103 unique website users, 16 353 and webletter subscribers. We have 535 Facebook fans and 122 Twitter followers.

EDITORIAL: Email wine@ramsaymedia.co.za, Tel 021 530-3100 ADVERTISING: Email Ronel@ramsaymedia.co.za, Tel 021 530-3186

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		Launched in 1993, WINE Magazine appeals to wine lovers, wine collectors and those with a taste for good living – everyone from aficionados to those just starting to develop an interest in the product of the vine and its accompanying lifestyle. WINE’s mission: to publish accessible, informative and entertaining content about food and wine, wine assessments and local and international wine news. Its pillars of dining, food, drinks, travel and people provide for wine ratings and reviews, recipes from top chefs, the editor’s recommendations, profiles of winemakers and great winelands getaways, among others.


		Our digizines offer readers an easy-access electronic edition of the monthly magazines in the RamsayMedia stable, while giving advertisers another touchpoint for reaching audiences. The complete issue of consumers’ favourite magazines – at half of the cover price of the print editions! To purchase digizine, click here.


		WINEmag.co.za carries breaking news, ratings and reviews, recipes from top chefs, restaurant reviews, an events calendar, special offers, a wine ratings database, an online guide to the wines and cellars of South Africa, wine routes and maps, archived features published in WINE over the years, blogs – including the insightful and occasionally provocative Gulp! – videos… in short, anything of interest to wine enthusiasts on the subject of wine and food in South Africa. Visit www.winemag.co.za


		WINE’s weekly electronic newsletter goes to 16 500 opt-in subscribers who wait avidly for its arrival in their inboxes each Friday for the latest news, opinion, competitions and events. To subscribe, click here.


		We make regular appearances at major international motor shows in Johannesburg, homes and garden exhibitions in various centres, science fairs and other high-profile public events. In September 2009 we will stage the first Popular Mechanics Inventors Conference, a unique event that will bring together inventors and experts in many fields of interest to their craft. We also host regular reader events that give us the opportunity to interact with our audience.


		WINE publishes two books a year. ICONS – South Africa’s Best Wines Reviewed showcases the results of the Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show, widely regarded as one of the most important and prestigious wine competitions on the South African wine calendar. Judging takes place in May and ICONS is published a month later. Copies are distributed free with the June issue of WINE Magazine. Best Value Wine Guide – SA wines Under R60 has become a dependable reference for enthusiasts who appreciate wines that deliver the best quality at the best possible price. Released just before the festive season every year, the Guide makes it easier for buyers to pick out the real bargains on the market – without compromising on drinking pleasure. Only quality wines below R60 – ranging from super-quaffers to the more serious wines – are included in the guide. Best Value Wine Guide is also included as added value with the magazine.

Cathryn Henderson
Publishing Editor

Celia Gilloway
Events Co-ordinator

Corlien Morris
Wine Sourcing Specialist

Heino Gehle
National Sales Manager

Helen van Beuge
Advertising Assistant

Illana Fridkin
Senior Designer

Jane Eedes
Sales and Promotions Manager

Jeanri-Tine van Zyl
Journalist

Juliette Robertson
Advertising Sales Executive

Ronel du Toit
Advertising Sales Executive

Shereen Cheminais
Designer

Shirley McDiarmid
Production Manager


		Social media is a phenomenon we can’t ignore and WINE has a presence on Facebook, where there is a growing fan base. Tweets on twitter.com are soon to follow – watch this space!