Stellenbosch - The Cape Winemakers Guild (CWG) has launched 2023 on a high note by welcoming three new members and three new protégés into the fold.  Reenen Borman from Boschkloof Wines, Christo le Riche from Le Riche Wines and Hannes Storm from Storm Wines are entering the guild as members, while Thola Bekwayo, Karabelo Mosoleng and Panaso Msomi will be joining the Protégé Programme. In its pursuit of nurturing excellence in the art and science of winemaking, CWG brings together South Africa’s most inspiring, talented and acclaimed winemakers by invitation only. The addition of Borman, Le Riche and Storm brings the current membership total to 41.

Overhex Wines welcomes Pierre Wahl as the new cellar master for Survivor Wines. Celebrated winemaker, Pierre Wahl, is a familiar face in the wine community. In 2016 he was awarded the prestigious title as Diners Club Winemaker of the Year; he is a member of the admired Cape Winemakers Guild and lovingly referred to as the "Pope of Pinotage" by his peers for his remarkable work with this varietal.