Wineries ranging from large, small and niche took part in what has been described as ‘A New Wine Award With a Difference’, which also catered for beer, ciders and international wineries. A total of 101 wines were selected for the Sommeliers Selection Wine List, which was judged only by members of the South African Sommeliers Association (SASA). The judging panel was chaired by internationally acclaimed sommeliers David Clarke and Higgo Jacobs.
The focus of the competition was to keep it fresh, new, and different, but still retaining the serious aspect of wine, whilst guaranteeing the highest standard.
The Wine By The Glass Trophy Wine List winners in each category are:
HOUSE WINE - WHITE
Nederburg Riesling 2014
HOUSE WINE - RED
Hartenberg Alchemy Syrah 2013
HOUSE WINE -BUBBLES
Graham Beck Brut Rosé NV
WHITE - FRESH/CRUNCHY
Villiera Sauvignon Blanc 2014
WHITE - ELEGANT/CLASSY
La Motte Chardonnay 2013
Laibach The Ladybird White Organic 2014
Shannon Semillon 2014
WHITE - FULL/RICH
Durbanville Hills Rhinofields Chardonnay 2012
Grande Provence Chardonnay 2013
RED - FRESH/ JUICY
Stellar Organics Reserve 2013
RED - ELEGANT / CLASSY
Longridge Pinotage 2013
Hamilton Russell Pinot Noir 2014
RED - VOLUPTUOUS/RICH
Flagstone Dragon Tree 2012
Oldenburg Syrah 2012
VINTAGE MCC
Domaine des Dieux Claudia 2009
BLANC DE BLANCS
Bon Courage Blanc de blanc 2009
STICKYS
Paul Cluver Noble Late Harvest 2014
INTERNATIONAL WINES
Domaine Grier - France Rosé 2014
FORTIFIED
Monis Muscadel
‘We found the overall standard of entries received above average with an excellent range of wines to work with and judge. We believe in the potential of a wine competition in this format and can't wait to see consumers’ reaction and engagement with the awards, ‘ says Higgo Jacobs.
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