Friday, 28 September, 2018
wine.co.za, Trudie Webb (Editor)
The first class trophy to be awarded was for the Rosé category. Judging panel chairperson, Heidi Duminy commented, " Rosé is on the rise. It delivers exactly what consumers want at the price point they want it".
Rosé Winner:
Simonsig Woolworths Pinot Noir Rosé No Sulphur Added 2016
Next to be awarded was the Best Brut trophy.
Best Brut Winner:
Domaine des Dieux Claudia Brut 2012
Brut Gold Medal Winners:
Villiera Monro Brut 2011
Lourensford MCC 2012
The Blanc de Blanc category shows the most finess and is a favourite to judge by the panel.
Best Blanc de Blanc:
Colmant Brut Chardonnay
Blanc de Blanc Gold Medal Winners:
Laborie
Graham Beck Blanc de Blancs 2013
There were 5 entries in the Museum Class. This class, where MCC's entered need to be 8 years or older, shows what can be achieved with South African Cap Classique.
Best Museum Class:
Pongracz Desiderius 2009
The Frans Malan Legacy Trophy was awarded to South African wine legend, Christine Rudman. A special moment to see the trophy handed over by Johan Malan who exclaimed "I'm so proud of what has been achieved by the category of Cap Classique - and my father would have been so proud."