Cape Winemakers Guild

Wine enthusiasts will have the opportunity to bid on one of the most diverse selections of wines ever to go under the hammer at the 2026 Cape Winemakers Guild (CWG) Auction later this year.     Now in its 42nd year, this prestigious event showcases rare and unique wines produced exclusively for the auction in small […]

In a win for South African winemaking excellence, the 41st Cape Winemakers Guild Auction raised a record-breaking amount of R17 215 000 this past weekend. Taking place online and in-person at the Lord Charles Hotel in Somerset West on Friday, 3 and Saturday, 4 October 2025, the hybrid event drew 258 registered bidders from 13 […]

The 2025 Cape Winemakers Guild (CWG) Auction lineup has set a new benchmark for excellence, with a record number of wines scoring 95 points or higher from leading wine critics. Of the 48 wines set to go under the hammer, 26 received 95 points or higher from three of South Africa’s top critics: Christian Eedes, […]

Anticipation for the 41st Cape Winemakers Guild Auction is mounting, as a fantastic selection of 48 auction wines has been finalised. This year, wine enthusiasts will have the opportunity to bid on 30 red wines, 17 white wines and one exciting first-ever addition to the line-up. Taking place on Friday 3 and Saturday 4 October […]

Heralding a significant milestone for the South African wine industry, this past weekend saw the successful roll-out of the 40th annual Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild Auction. Taking place on Friday, 4 and Saturday, 5 October both online and in person at the Lord Charles Hotel in Somerset West, the hybrid event drew 276 bidders from […]

The annual Cape Winemakers Guild Protégé Programme Auction is officially underway, with bidding taking place virtually on the Strauss & Co website. Bidding will be open until 6pm on Monday, 7 October A sister event of the Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild Auction, which will take place at the Lord Charles Hotel in Somerset West on […]

The 40th Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild (CWG) Auction is just over two months away and, with the final selection of auction wines revealed, anticipation is mounting! Taking place on Friday 4 and Saturday 5 October 2024 at the Lord Charles Hotel in Somerset West, the Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild Auction showcases rare and unique wines […]

With tumbling sales records, delicious food, rare wines available for tasting and an all-around electric atmosphere, this weekend’s 39th Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild Auction was once again an event for the books. Wine enthusiasts from far and wide raised a sum of  R14 788 000 with a total of 1792 cases (6 x 750ml) sold. […]

The annual Cape Winemakers Guild Protégé Programme Auction is officially underway, with bidding taking place virtually on the Strauss & Co website. Running until 6pm on Monday, 9 October, It is a sister event of the Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild Auction, which will be taking place at the Lord Charles Hotel in Somerset West on […]

Anticipation is mounting as the 39th Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild (CWG) Auction approaches. Taking place on Friday 6 and Saturday 7 October 2023 at the Lord Charles Hotel in Somerset West, the Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild Auction showcases rare and unique wines produced in small quantities. All wines are exclusively produced for the auction by members of […]

Since its inception in 1985, the annual Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild Auction has been a red-letter event on the calendars of wine aficionados both locally and abroad. With Guild members producing wines in small quantities exclusively for the auction, the event has gained a reputation for being a go-to for anyone seeking to add rare […]

As the dates for the auctions rapidly approach, it is time to unlock the gateway to these vinous treasures by registering to bid. To create your bidding account and register for this year’s 41st Cape Winemakers Guild (CWG) Auction and CWG Protégé Programme Auction, follow the three simple steps below: Step 1: Sign Up for […]