There were 100 entries from 78 producers, more than half on the line-up - 55 wines to be precise - rating 90-plus on the 100-point quality scale.
The 10 best wines overall were as follows:
Babylonstoren 2018
Bellevue Estate The Reserve Collection 2018
Diemersdal The Journal 2018
Ernie Els Major Series 2017
Le Riche Reserve 2017
Oldenburg 2018
Reyneke Reserve 2017
Stark-Condé Stellenbosch 2017
Stellenrust Reserve 2015
Tokara Reserve Collection 2017
“Because of Cabernet Sauvignon’s proven ability to mature with benefit these represent an excellent investment opportunity”, says Christian Eedes, chairman of the tasting panel and Winemag.co.za editor. “There have been lots of positive developments when it comes to the secondary market for local fine wine recently and many of the best wines in this Report will show price growth over time but at the very least consumers should view them as an investment in enjoyment”.
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