Three reports, one deadline – enter by 3 June
By Christian Eedes, 20 April 2026
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Category Reports, sponsored by Prescient Fund Services, will be released across four seasonal series: Autumn, Winter, Spring, and Summer.
Entries are now open for the following reports in the Winter Series:
Pinotage
Signature Red Blends (freestyle)
Sweet Wine & Fortifieds
Wines will be assessed by a panel chaired by Christian Eedes, other judges being Spencer Fondaumiere, and Jolette Steyn-Prior, Head of Sales and Imports at Wine Cellar. Entries are now closed. Results out on 23 June.
Prize
The producer of the best wine overall in each of the respective categories wins shipping services worth R10 000 from Aspiring Couriers.
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