Benguela Cove Wine Estate won big at the 27th Annual Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards, taking home Double Gold and Gold medals for multiple wines. Considered Africa's premier wine competition, the Michelangelo Awards brings together judges from five continents to evaluate entries using a rigorous 100-point system. With its global perspective and highly experienced judging panel over its 27-year history, the Michelangelo Awards recognise the very best in African wines. Benguela Cove's multiple medals this year demonstrate its commitment to winemaking excellence on the world stage.
Watch the 27th annual Michelangelo Wine & Spirits Awards Ceremony
Our Winemaker Reflects on the Awards
Johann Fourie, cellar master at Benguela Cove, remarks:
"Our recent successes with the Vinography Chardonnay, and Vinography Petit Verdot, have been particularly fulfilling. Meticulous care in the vineyard and the cellar has led to these esteemed recognitions at Michelangelo."
Double Gold achievements for our Vinography Chardonnay 2022 and Vinography Petit Verdot 2021 reaffirm Benguela Cove’s commitment to quality across our wine ranges.
Gold Awards winners at Michelangelo must score at least 89 points out of 100. Vinography Sauvignon Blanc 2022, Benguela Cove Estate Pinot Noir 2022, and Lighthouse Collection Moody Lagoon 2021
Each of these wines offers unique flavours and profiles, from vibrant tropical notes in the Sauvignon Blanc to the velvety finish of the Pinot Noir and the dynamic character of the Moody Lagoon.
About Our Winemaker:
Johann Fourie, our cellar master and the Diners Club Winemaker of the Year 2015, brings discipline and narrative to the winemaking process at Benguela Cove. With a passion for capturing the essence of the Walker Bay wine region in every bottle, he continues to craft wines that resonate with both the terroir and wine enthusiasts.
"Every sip of our wine should transport the drinker to Walker Bay. It's an honour to be part of Penny and Nick's dynamic team and contribute to the legacy of Benguela Cove." - Johann Fourie
