Modern wineries of South Africa -Photographs by Craig Fraser, written by Hugh Fraser (Rare)

This compelling book presents an insight into a fascinating array of wineries, focusing primarily on their innovative architectural approach and photographed in the context of the awe-inspiring backdrop of the Winelands of the Western Cape of South Africa.

South Africa is part of the new world of wine. The industry is mushrooming: in 2002 there were 202 wineries in South Africa; by 2010 there were 585 farms producing wine. The wineries showcased here are a representation of the evolution of the industry, the way it appeals through architecture and philosophy to the sophisticated wine-drinking market. Organic is the new buzzword in farming, gravity processing of grapes is popular, hand sorting is favoured among the discerning, each winemaker has his or her preferred methods and there are aesthetic concerns too, together creating wines that appeal on myriad levels. In the Western Cape, brave and innovative architecture has combined with time-honoured production values to carve a niche in a fiercely demanding industry and win the firm support of discerning wine aficionados from across the globe.