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Winemag.co.za is hosting a PFS Spring Series public tasting in Cape Town on 6 October 2026, featuring top performing Chardonnays, Cabernet Sauvignons, and Cape Bordeaux red blends from their newly bundled seasonal reports. The walk-around tasting runs from 17:00 to 19:00 at Welgemeend Venue, offering wine professionals a chance to discover standout wines and explore the latest market insights. Bookings are now open.
The Michael Fridjhon Wine Judging Academy is returning in March 2027, offering a three-day intensive masterclass for wine industry professionals at Devon Valley Hotel in South Africa. Partnered with the University of Cape Town's Graduate School of Business, the programme focuses on teaching participants how to properly evaluate wine's intrinsic qualities. It's an ideal opportunity for those looking to sharpen their tasting and judging skills.
South Africa's Chenin Blanc Top 10 Challenge has celebrated the country's most celebrated white wine varietal, with producers competing to showcase both heritage and quality. The competition highlights the continued importance of Chenin Blanc to South Africa's wine identity and recognition in the global market. It's a good reminder of how regional competitions help elevate standards and give consumers a curated selection of the best examples from the category.
The Veritas Awards, South Africa's leading wine and brandy competition, has recruited international judges to evaluate this year's entries. This move underscores the competition's commitment to world-class judging standards and reflects the growing global recognition of South African wine quality.
Wine Magazine's seasonal Category Reports are now accepting entries for the Spring Series, with three categories open: Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cape Bordeaux Red Blends. Wines will be judged by a panel including Christian Eedes and specialists from leading retailers, with entries closing on 2 September. The producer of the best wine in each category wins shipping services worth R10,000 from Aspiring Couriers.