Wine is so much deeper than just alcohol in a glass. It’s so much more important to all our lives, it is for life, it is what Meridian is about. We have gone through the stages of grief, anger, we’ve been depressed…but guess what? It’s Spring. It's a new world. It's a new life and we want to live a wine life. A life that is full of hope and renewal - a fine life.

A wine life is about moderation, appreciation, joy, culture and connection. We're excited to rebuild SA Wine and restructure because it's a new world and a new life.

No matter what comes our way, we know that we can survive it, and we're just going to keep doing that.

We are so excited to share that De Wetshof Estate is the first recipient of the World Wild Fund for Nature (WWF) Conservation Pioneer Award.

This prestigious award, sponsored by the WWF, emphasises the critical role of eco- and social sustainability in the development and execution of a new generation of travel offerings. De Wetshof Estate combines good common sense viticultural and oenological practices with cutting-edge technology, creating a distinctive portfolio of top quality wines for the domestic and international markets. Johann de Wet, CEO of De Wetshof, says receiving this award is recognition for the ethos of conservation and sustainability that runs through all of De Wetshof's operations. We look forward to see what the future holds for this ground-breaking Conservation Champion!

The results of the 25th Michelangelo International Wine & Spirit awards have been announced.

A total of 1890 wines and spirits were entered, including entries from various countries. This year the judges awarded a total of 828 awards, of which 21 are trophies, 12 Special Awards and 16 Platinum medals. In addition 131 Double Gold medals have been awarded to deserving wines and spirits.

We are proud to announce that numerous wines in the Meridian portfolio have received awards. Click on the link below to view all the results.

The Amorim Cap Classique Challenge is South Africa's leading event affording recognition to the country's astounding array of naturally-fermented sparkling wines, known as Cap Classique. Congratulations to Anthonij Rupert Wyne and Simonsig Wines from our portfolio for being awarded double gold and gold medals.

L'Ormarins Blanc de Blancs 2013 received a double gold medal. L'Ormarins Brut Classique NV, Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Brut 2015, Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Brut 2017 (Magnum), L'Ormarins Brut Classique Rosé NV and Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Brut Rosé 2019 all received gold medals. Click on the link below to view all the results.