This week, the Veritas Awards unveiled its medal winners, and the results are nothing short of extraordinary. Out of 1 265 top contenders, an impressive 1 167 were awarded medals, including 70 Double Gold, 175 Gold, 248 Silver Outstanding, 473 Silver, and 201 Bronze medals.
As the oldest wine competition in South Africa, Veritas Awards boasts one of the industry’s most rigorous judging systems and processes – where only the finest rise to the top.
Here at Bruce Jack Wines, we're thrilled to announce that the Bruce Jack Heritage Heartbreak Grape Pinot Noir has received a Gold medal. A triumph for this exceptional Pinot Noir, a testament to the artistry and passion that define our winemaking team.
See our full list of medals:
- The Drift Penelope 2019 - Gold
- Hard Day Chardonnay 2022 - Gold
- Boer Maak ‘n Plan 2023 - Silver Outstanding
- The Mitre Red 2022 - Silver Outstanding
- Moveable Feast 2019 - Silver
- Bruce Jack Reserve Pinotage 2022 - Silver
Let’s raise a glass to these impressive achievements!
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In the news
Giving back to the Kwandwe Rhino Conservation Trust
Bruce recently travelled to the Eastern Cape to personally hand over the first of many donations to the Kwandwe Rhino Conservation Trust, a world leader in rhino conservation. We’re proud to announce that 10% of the net profits from the global sales of our Off the Charts range will directly support this vital initiative.
To our customers, we extend our heartfelt thanks for being part of this meaningful contribution to rhino conservation.
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WIN with Pesto Princess
We've teamed up with the fabulous Pesto Princess to give you a chance to win an abundant hamper of Bruce Jack wine and Pesto Princess goodies.
The prize:
- 3 cases of wine from Bruce Jack, worth over R2 000
- The full Pesto Princess range, worth over R1 500
To enter:
- Follow @pesto_princess and @brucejackwines on Instagram.
- Tag a friend who might also like to enter. One comment and tag = one entry (enter as many times as you like).
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Upcoming events
Wine tasting and art exhibition at Bishops College
Where: Ubuntu Learning Centre, Bishops College, Cape Town
When: 22-25 October 2024
Bishops College's week-long art exhibition, held at the new Ubuntu Learning Centre on the Bishops campus, will culminate in an evening of wine tasting, presented by Old Diocesan (OD) winemakers. Art by prep students, college students, and ODs will be on display in the centre from Tuesday, 22 October to Friday, 25 October 2024.
Standard Bank WineX
Where: Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg
When: 30 October - 1 November 2024
Sip. Savour. Socialise. Discover. Cellars. Vines. Wines. Fun. Friendship. Fabulous. Taste. Stories.
There’s a story in every glass.
Three nights only.
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Stoep Saturdays Jazz Sessions in Napier
Where: Stoep, 52 Sarel Cilliers Street, Napier
When: Saturday, 2 November 2024
This one is for the serious music fundies. Your ticket includes a meal and two glasses of wine. Prebooking is essential. Send an email stoep.napier@gmail.com to book.
Have you visited us yet?
Stanford
Enjoy a weekend break and experience the finest wines from Bruce Jack and The Drift Estate in the welcoming atmosphere of the Stanford Wine Bar. Whether you're a wine aficionado or just curious to explore new flavours, our wine bar is the ideal destination.
Located at the Stanford Kitchen, 19 Queen Victoria Street, Stanford, Overberg.
Cape Town
Visit us at our new cellar door in the heart of the Mother City!
Pop in to Jack @ SKYE at The Hyde Hotel for some delicious canapé and wine pairings. Our knowledgeable brand ambassador, Awonke, will guide you through our exciting wine flights.
Located at The Hyde Hotel, 13 London Road, Sea Point, Cape Town.