New Wines, New Faces: Capaia

The South African winery started with help from an Italian leader, but found its footing with the help of a Bordeaux icon

By James Molesworth
Posted: Thursday, February 01, 2007

Who: Capaia is owned by Alexander von Essen, 59, a German-based importer who has represented South African wineries for more than 20 years. Working with him as winemaking consultant is Stephan von .....

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