WINE HARVEST COMMEMORATIVE EVENT
Join us
for a virtual celebration!
#sawineharvest2022
Welcome To The Virtual Wine Harvest Commemoration 2022
Join the South African Wine Industry at the commemoration of the first vintage on South African soil 363 years ago. The virtual event is open to all and involves the Blessing of the Harvest, the commemoration of the wine industry’s existence, and the honouring of role players with four awards.
Carmen Stevens
2022
Recipient of the 1659 Visionary Leadership Award
Title
Denise Stubbs
2022
Recognized for Diversity
and Transformation
Christine Rudman
2022
Recognized for Wine Appreciation and Wine Advancement
Francois Viljoen
2022
Recognized for Viticulture
and Wine Creation
The World’s Only Wine Industry With An Official Historical Birthday: 2 February 1659
Every February, the South African wine industry honours this momentous occasion, and we call on all South Africans, wine makers and wine lovers alike, to join a special virtual Wine Harvest Commemorative Event on Wednesday 2 February at 8pm.
The event traditionally took place at South Africa’s oldest wine-producing farm, Groot Constantia, which was established in 1685 by the then Governor, Simon van der Stel.
The event is open to all. Register today to receive a reminder on the day.