The highly anticipated Tim Atkin 2023 Report on South African wines was released this month in which DTK Wines was awarded 5 medals for wines produced in the Breedekloof and Agulhas Wine Triangle.
Read MoreAt the 27th Annual Michelangelo International Wine and Spirits Awards that took place on the 4th of September 2023, Du Toitskloof was awarded 4 Double Gold and 3 Gold medals. The iconic and established retail brand once again showed how their commitment to quality remains consistent at any given price bracket in the market.
Read MoreThe 2023 IWSC (South African Leg) took place over 3 days in Stellenbosch, where an international and local team of judges tasted over 560 South African entries. DTK took home one 91-point medal, three 90-point medals, followed by more silver and bronze medals.
There are a number of factors that lead to Land's End Cape Agulhas's unique expression of Syrah. The 2020 vintage was recently awarded 94 points at the IWC (International Wine Challenge) with judges describing the wine as "Lots going on with ripe raspberries, red cherry, pepper, mocha, hints of cedar, fine and elegant, integrated tannins with very long, classy, floral, cherry finish." A mouthful of words and wine alike.
In what is known as South Africa’s most stringent wine competition, this year saw a total of only 432 medals awarded to wines with 36% of all entries receiving none. 92 points were awarded to both Du Toitskloof Pinotage 2020, Du Toitskloof Shiraz 2020 and 91 points to Land’s End Cape Agulhas Syrah 2020.
Read MoreQuest Old Vine Chenin Blanc 2022 was awarded a gold medal with 95 points and one of only 30 gold medals awarded to South African entries in this year’s Decanter Awards. “...And of the nation’s 30 Golds, Breedekloof was awarded its second-ever Gold (last awarded in 2016) to Quest Wines, Old Vine Chenin Blanc 2022” - Decanter’s official press release by Olivia Mason.
Read MoreThe International Wine Challenge is known for their rigorous judging process, ensuring only the best wines are awarded medals. In their 39th year, our Quest Old Vine Chenin Blanc 2022 is awarded with 95 points (Gold Medal) and Land's End Cape Agulhas Syrah 2020 with 94 points (Silver Medal).
Read MoreThis year Land's End takes first place in both the NWC Sauvignon Blanc and Shiraz categories, receiving the highest score in both Sauvignon Blanc and Shiraz flights.
We're celebrating International Sauvignon Blanc Day by releasing our new 2021 Land's End Cape Agulhas Sauvignon Blanc. This Agulhas Wine Triangle Sauvignon Blanc has already been awarded two Sauvignon Blanc Trophies (locally and internationally) and like its iconic beacon along the shores of Cape Agulhas, the accolades shine light on the youngest wine region and its distinctive cool-climate qualities found only at the southernmost point of Africa.
Read MoreQuest Old Vine Chenin Blanc 2021 was rated as one of the Top 10 SA white wines in Club Oenologique handpicked by the IWSC. Club Oenologique is a premium and international lifestyle publication for curious and discerning wine and spirits lovers. As a sister publication to the IWSC, Club Oenologique give readers access to the world’s most-trusted experts.
Read MoreQuick interview with winemaker Shawn Thomson about our Du Toitskloof Old Vine Sauvignon Blanc 2022 that was recently awarded a Gold Medal by the Concours Mondial du Sauvignon international competition.
Read MoreClimate, rainfall, soil type and land features all come together to affect a wine’s distinctive character. The commonly used term that describes the concept is terroir.
Read MoreThe results of the 25th Michelangelo International Wine & Spirit Awards were announced this week. Du Toitskloof performed wonderfully and shows versatility with gold medals for 4 red wines, 2 white wines, one rosé, and a Méthode Cap Classique.
Read MoreDu Toitskloof Pinotage Rosé 2021 was announced one of this year's Perold ABSA Cape Blend (Pinotage Rosé) winners.
Read MoreDu Toitskloof Wines walk away as one of the Top 10 producers at this year’s 2021 Vitis Vinifera Awards with two Double Gold awards and six Gold Awards.
Read MoreDu Toitskloof, Land’s End and Quest all feature on the Sommeliers Selection Wine List 2021 - a true reflection of a producer that crafts wine for every occasion.
Read MoreTwo Winemag.co.za Top 10 wines in 2021 showcase not only Du Toitskloof’s consistency in producing quality wines at an affordable price but also the means to compete against any fine wine in the industry when tasted blind.
Read MoreThis year Quest One 2018 was awarded 3 Top Awards; Best Wine of the Year by Packaging, Best SA Wine in Show and a Gold Medal (93 points). USA Wine Ratings judge according to three categories: Quality, Value and finally Design and Packaging…
Read MoreDecanter World Wine Awards 2021 once again validated our shooting star this year; Du Toitskloof Old Vine Sauvignon Blanc 2020.
Read MoreDu Toitskloof awarded Grand Cru National Champion Best in Class for their Nebbiolo 2016, 3 Top 100 & Double Platinum awards, 3 Double Gold awards and 7 Double Silver awards in this year’s National Wine Challenge 2021.
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