The 2014 Vitis Vinifera Awards saw almost double the entries from the previous year, and we are very pleased with the spectrum of quality wines entered into this year’s competition. The Cape Wine Academy handled the massive logistics to ensure smooth running and an exciting double blind tasting on September 12th. The goodwill experienced from every sector showed that this competition will be a benchmark to consider in years to come. Congratulations to the following producers, whose wines were awarded trophies in their category: Chardonnay – GlenWood Chardonnay Vigneron's Selection 2013Sauvignon Blanc – Nitida Cellars Exclusive Selection Sauvignon blanc 2014Chenin blanc – Wildekrans Wine Estate Chenin blanc Barrel Select Reserve 2013MCC – De Grendel Methode Cap Classique 2012White blend – Alvi's Drift Signature Chardonnay Viognier 2013Cabernet franc – Avontuur Estate Cabernet franc 2010Merlot – DGB - Boschendal 1685 Merlot 2013Pinotage – KWV Classic Collection Pinotage 2013Pinot noir – Packwood - Pinot Noir 2013Details about the 2015 Vitis Vinifera Awards will be announced in the last week of November this year. For any enquiry, visit www.vitisawards.com, or email info@vitisawards.com.