Trophy tops trio of the winery’s outstanding achievements at championship Survivor Wines is back in the spotlight having just claimed the Trophy for Best Chardonnay at this year’s Fine Wine Awards, announced last week at a ceremony in Stellenbosch. The winning wine was the Survivor Terroir Cha
Achievements place Survivor among revered competitions’ top champions Survivor Wines has been dealt a double whammy having been singled out back-to-back in past weeks as a champion producer at two highly esteemed championships, South Africa’s Trophy Wine Show and the Decanter World Wine Awards i
Not one, but two of our winemakers, Ben Snyman and Pierre Wahl, have been nominated for the Diners Club Winemaker of the Year Award. Established in 1981, this prestigious accolade remains one of the most coveted in the South African wine industry. It is a testament to the pursuit of excellence embod
Read Article Online: https://dutchwineapprentice.com/press-events/survivor-wines-and-the-pope-of-pinotage/ Survivor Wines, located in South Africa’s Swartland region, embodies resilience and the art of winemaking. Its name is inspired by a Nguni cow that leaped into the vineyards, on its way to th
Survivor Wines has once again captured attention by one of SA’s top wine critics, earning high ratings in the 2024 Tim Atkin South Africa Report. Known for his keen palate and extensive expertise, Tim Atkin, Master of Wine and one of the world’s top wine critics, has recognised several of our wi
Survivor Syrah 2022 has earned a spot in the Top 12 at the 2024 SA Shiraz Challenge! We are thrilled with this achievement, and we think you will agree that it shows the quality and versatility of our range. A Rich History, A Bright Future! Shiraz, or Syrah, as it is also known, has an […]
Our story is one of resilience, beauty, and a touch of serendipity. Picture this: a Nguni cow, destined for auction, journeys through the Swartland on the back of a truck. But fate intervenes when she leaps off and finds herself amidst the Cabernet vines. Thus, she was aptly named Survivor as a test
Dear Wine Enthusiasts, As the end of July approaches, it traditionally marks the conclusion of the judging for the annual Shiraz Challenge and heralds the upcoming Awards Function. Last week, their esteemed panel of judges dedicated themselves to tasting this year’s entries. Despite a slight decre
We are overjoyed to announce that Survivor Wines has clinched the Trophy for Best Pinotage at the 2024 American Express Fine Wine Awards for our Survivor Swartland Reserve Pinotage 2022. This event aims to create the largest listing of blind-tasted wines in South Africa, providing a comprehensive gu
Survivor Wines Uncovers Hidden Gem in Klein Karoo: Introducing the Tradouw Valley Since its inception, Survivor Wines has embarked on a journey of discovery and rediscovery, driven by a passion for terroir and vineyards with a narrative to share. From the moment a courageous Nguni cow leapt from a t
