Bilton releases its first white wine (South African Wine News)

August 2, 2006 Vino

Bilton releases its first white wine (South African Wine News)
Renowned for its outstanding red wines, Bilton Wines situated on the verdant slopes of the Helderberg is now set to wow its followers with the estate s first white wine, the promising Bilton Sauvignon Blanc 2006.

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