South Africa smashed its previous record to export the largest amount of wine to date in 2012.
The 417 million litres exported last year is a 17% increase on 2011 and 10 million more than the previous record set in 2008.
The record export year is the result of favourable currency rates, as well as a significant drop in the harvests of competitor regions including Europe, South America, Australia and New Zealand.
Bulk exports made up 59% of volumes as local producers strived to compete globally and meet market demands.
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