The Veritas Awards 2025 once again shone a spotlight on the very best of South African winemaking - recognising craftsmanship, consistency, and the pursuit of excellence.
We are proud to celebrate our producers who continue to set the benchmark for quality, with an impressive lineup of Double-Gold and Gold Awards across both wine and spirits categories.
This year’s results reflect not only exceptional winemaking talent but also the diversity and depth of our portfolio. A huge congratulations to the following Double-Gold Award Winners from the Meridian Wines portfolio:
Ghost Corner
- The Bowline 2024
- Sauvignon Blanc 2024
- Wild Ferment Sauvignon Blanc 2024
- Sémillon 2024
Diemersdal Wine Estate
- The Journal Pinotage 2023
- The Journal Pinotage 2022
Tokara
- Shiraz 2022
Delaire Graff Estate
- Cape Vintage 2022
Simonsac
- Cape Brandy XXO
And a special mention to the Gold Award Winners:
Cap Classique and Sparkling Wines
- Pierre Jourdan Blanc de Blancs 2020
- Pierre Jourdan Silk Nectar
- Saronsberg Cap Classique 2022
- Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Brut 2024
- Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Brut 2021
- Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Brut Rosé 2023
White Wines
- Cederberg Sauvignon Blanc 2025
- Delaire Graff Coastal Cuvée Sauvignon Blanc 2025
- De Wetshof The Site Chardonnay 2024
- Diemersdal The Journal Sauvignon Blanc 2024
- Diemersdal The Journal Sauvignon Blanc 2023
- Diemersdal The Journal Sauvignon Blanc 2021
- Diemersdal Wild Horseshoe Sauvignon Blanc 2024
- Diemersdal Grüner Veltliner 2024
- L’Avenir Single Block Chenin Blanc 2023
Red Wines
- Buitenverwachting Christine 2018
- Delaire Graff Botmaskop 2022
- De Grendel Op die Berg Pinot Noir2023
- Diemersdal The Journal Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
- Diemersdal Pinotage Reserve 2024
- La Motte Atelier Syrah Viognier 2020
- Simonsig Pick of the Bunch Pinotage 2023
- Simonsig Redhill Pinotage 2021
- Simonsig Tiara 2020
- Stellenrust Pinotage 2024
Museum Class
- De Grendel Koetshuis Sauvignon Blanc 2019
- Diemersdal 8 Rows Sauvignon Blanc 2022
- De Grendel Shiraz 2015
- Diemersdal Private Collection 2016
- Simonsig Tiara 2015
Living Legends Awards
Simonsig Family Vineyards - Johan Malan
Each of these award-winning wines and spirits exemplifies the dedication, innovation, and artistry that define South Africa’s leading producers. Their achievements at Veritas reaffirm our country’s position as a world-class wine destination and highlight the strength of the Meridian portfolio.
Congratulations once again to all our winning producers - your passion and commitment continue to inspire!