The invitation to my lunch companion followed a recommendation by a friend at Business Day, who said I would find this rising star in the banking world to be excellent company. And so he was.

While waiting for Ciko Thomas I ordered a glass of the always reliable Alto red. On arrival, he had a glass of Beaumont Chenin Blanc. I had a taste and loved it...

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