Well-known
international producer of natural cork, Amorim has stepped up its involvement
with the Protégé Programme by donating 0.5% of all purchases of its cork
closures by members of the Guild during 2015.
“As
an international company committed to adding value to wine and its image,
Amorim shares the values of excellence and quality embodied by the Cape
Winemakers Guild. These shared values are underscored by the fact that by far
the majority of wines made under the CWG label are closed with natural cork,”
says Joaquim Sá, Managing Director of Amorim Cork South Africa, who has been
involved with the Protégé Programme for the past four years by donating
cork closures for the wines crafted by the Guild protégés during their second
year.
“In
partnering with the Cape Winemakers Guild through the organisation’s Protégé
Programme, Amorim aims to assist in developing and nurturing the talent within
the South African wine industry which will further contribute to its reputation
of excellence and diversity in all aspects,” adds Sá.
Amorim
Cork is focussed on producing and distributing only the best natural and
technical closures for all types of wines and spirits. Consistent in their
quality, it is only natural that they have invested in furthering the careers
of the remarkably gifted and diverse group of CWG protégés.
“The
alliance between Amorim Cork and the CWG most certainly puts the Protégé
Programme at the forefront of a successful and innovative future for winemaking
in South Africa,” says Louis Strydom, Chairman of the
Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild Development Trust.
Established in 2006 with the long term goal of effecting transformation
in the South African wine industry, the Protégé Programme gives oenology and
viticulture graduates the rare opportunity of working side by side and learning
from members of the Guild, all acclaimed masters of their craft.
Under their mentorship, protégés are cultivated, nurtured and
empowered to become winemakers of excellence.
For further information on
the Cape Winemakers Guild Protégé Programme visit www.capewinemakersguild.com, call Tel: 021 852 0408 or send an email to info@capewinemakersguild.com.