The Cape Winemakers Guild Protégé Programme is dedicated to cultivating the next generation of South African winemaking and viticulture leaders.
Through structured mentorship, skills development, and industry exposure, we empower talented graduates who may otherwise face barriers to entry, creating pathways to excellence and leadership.
Our mission is to foster opportunity, inclusivity, and innovation, ensuring a more diverse and sustainable wine industry that reflects the richness of South Africa, and competes on the global stage.
Here’s how you can get involved
Option 1: Sponsor our Protégés
The option is to sponsor a Protégé, or more – even an entire “year” group.
First Year Protégé: Cost – R297 000 per Protégé (3 per year)
Supports a first-year protégé, including stipend, educational courses, administration, and psychometric assessments.
Second Year Protégé: Cost – R440 000 per Protégé (3 per year)
Supports a second-year protégé, including international harvest exposure in France (R150 000).
Third Year Protégé: Cost – R320 000 per Protégé (4 in 2026)
Supports a third-year protégé, including advanced training and mentorship.
Option 2: Fund an International Burgundy Harvest Exchange
Sponsor one Protege, or the entire group trip.
R150 000 per Protégé (3 per year)
Funds the Burgundy Exchange Programme for one second-year Protégé.
Option 3: Contribute Towards Programme Development
Flexible contributions towards:
- Life skills and leadership training
- Buddy Project (connecting students with current protégés)
- Marketing, administration, and national school outreach
Suggested amounts: We welcome your support at a level that feels meaningful to you — every contribution helps sustain and grow this transformative programme.
Contact us to get involved
Cape Winemakers Guild – 021 852 0408
info@capewinemakersguild.com
