Celebrating excellence: Pinotage has come of age! Every year, the Pinotage Association, a leading advocate for the promotion and recognition of Pinotage wines, honours the crème de la crème of the industry through its highly converted competitions. These prestigious events serves as a platform to celebrate the exceptional craftsmanship, innovation, and dedication displayed by winemakers who have mastered the art of producing exceptional Pinotage wines. The awards have become synonymous with excellence in the world of wine, elevating the reputation of Pinotage and its producers on a global scale. Established with the vision of showcasing the true ageing potential of Pinotage wines, the Absa Vintage Pinotage Excellence Awards are bestowed upon producers who demonstrate exceptional skills, innovation, and unwavering commitment to crafting outstanding Pinotage wines. Each wine is meticulously evaluated by a panel of esteemed judges, comprising of our renowned Cape Wine Masters. Their discerning palates and extensive knowledge ensure that only the finest Pinotage wines receive the prestigious recognition they deserve. As part of its ongoing commitment to excellence, the Pinotage Association has introduced exciting changes to the awards to further enhance their significance. The categories have been refined and expanded to encompass the diverse aspects of Pinotage winemaking. This expansion recognizes not only the quality of the wines but also the expression of terroir, the art of barrel maturation, and the implementation of sustainable practices. With each passing year, the awards continue to inspire innovation, quality, and global recognition for this unique South African varietal. As the Pinotage Association embarks on its mission to showcase the true ageing potential of Pinotage, wine enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the announcement of the Absa Vintage Pinotage Excellence Award winners, eagerly awaiting the opportunity to experience the best that Pinotage has to offer.
Absa Top 10 Pinotage Competition A proudly South African wine contest, the Absa Top 10 Pinotage Competition rates and reviews wines of this cultivar based on one important criterion: quality. South Africa has a rich heritage of winemaking that dates back to 1659 and has earned its place as one of the best wine-producing countries. For the past quarter of a century, the Pinotage Assocation and Absa have worked together to host this competition. The judging panel they have assembled comprises astute industry experts, whose task is to identify 10 wines that can set the standard for the development of distinctive South African Pinotage wines.
Perold Absa Cape Blend Competition Named in honour of the viticulturist who developed Pinotage, this category focuses on various Pinotage-oriented wines. Cape Blend describes a blended red wine that has Pinotage as its major component. The Perold Absa Cape Blend Competition annually identifies five such wines that demonstrate quality and style, and year by year shows an increase in the number of entries and participating producers. It is a showcase of the best expression of wines with Pinotage as the base and the award-winners claim the admiration of both wine masters and enthusiasts locally and internationally.
2022 Vintage Winners
Pinotage Rosé Competition A relatively new addition, in 2022 marking its fourth year, this competition presents an exciting challenge to local winemakers. The focus on rosé is a fitting enhancement of the overall competition and brings greater awareness to the various expressions of the grape. Reflecting the growing value and popularity of Pinotage rosé wines, this competition reiterates the vision of the contest as a whole: to illustrate the uniqueness of Pinotage in the international wine world while supporting various styles.
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