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Wine Legends Honoured

Lovers of the glorified juice of the vine will agree that 350 years of wine in South Africa is a milestone that calls for a celebration.

They would surely also agree that this industry has its very own legends, men and women whose contribution has influenced and shaped our wine drinking experience.

The South African National Wine Show Association (SANWSA) – one of the driving forces behind the 350 Years of Wine celebrations and custodians of the annual Veritas Awards – has also taken the request from the 350 steering committee on their shoulders to pay tribute to those individuals who have played a pioneering role in the South African wine industry over the past few decades.

Twenty eight of the industry’s living legends will be lauded at this year’s Veritas Awards, taking place at the CTICC on 10 October. The list comprises not only retired renowned wine makers and viticulturists, but also prominent industry leaders, wine writers, wine ambassadors and wine personalities.

According to SANWSA chairman, Duimpie Bayly, these industry icons have either created exquisite wines of world quality or guided the industry through their sheer passion and vision. The recipients of this honour will receive a specially designed commemorative scroll developed by the 350 Years Celebrations steering committee.

After almost two decades of providing world class judging and delivering consistently high quality results, the Veritas Awards has earned its reputation as the country’s foremost competition for market ready wines. As such it is only fitting that this prestigious event pays homage to those extraordinary individuals who have made such valuable contributions to the South African wine industry.

SOUTH AFRICAN WINE INDUSTRY LIVING LEGENDS

Duimpie Bayly
Gunter Brözel
Nino Costa
Jacob Deist
Ritzema de la Bat
Piet Goussard
Tim Hamilton Russell
Phyllis Hands
Hennie Heyl
Gerhard Hofmann
Dave Hughes
Lourens Jonker
Christo Kok
Prop Lategan
Julius Lazlo
Ernst le Roux
Swepie le Roux
Wilhelm Linde
Hans Losch
John Platter
Norma Ratcliffe
Pietman Retief
Dawid Saayman
Dassie Smit
Spatz Sperling
Gys Steyn
Charl Theron
Joel van Wyk

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