2023 IWSC Highlights for DTK
The 2023 IWSC (South African Leg) took place over 3 days in Stellenbosch, where an international and local team of judges tasted over 560 South African entries. DTK took home one 91-point medal, three 90-point medals, followed by more silver and bronze medals.
The judges expressed that it had been "a treasure hunting exercise", as they delved into the delights that South Africa had to offer. Judges praised the “consistency of quality” and the “individuality within the regions”, Dirceu Vianna Junior MW, IWSC’s Judging Committee member, who oversaw all panels exclaimed: “There were highlights in every single part of the judging, in terms of grape varieties, and sense of place. It’s quite exciting for South Africa.”
When it came to grape varieties, there was a 50/50 split for the gold medal count between red and white wines, and our top performers were an exact representation of this with two 90+ scoring whites and two 90+ scoring reds. See below for our top four performing wines.
91pts Quest Two 2020
Rhône-style blend (76% Shiraz, 14% Tempranillo, 8% Carignan, 2% Viognier)
Tasting Note by the IWSC judges: "Perfumed nose with aromas of stewed cherries. The palate adds black fruits, black pepper and spice, all supported by sandy tannins and mouthwatering acidity."
Purchase online: for R310 p/bottle
90pts Du Toitskloof Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Tasting Note by the IWSC judges: "Good complexity with lemongrass, honeysuckle, stone fruits and citrus. Juicy with layers, charm and precision."
Purchase online: R70 p/bottle
90pts Quest Old Vine Chenin Blanc 2022
Tasting Note by the IWSC judges: "Pretty aromas of white blossom define the nose while the palate is creamy and wonderfully textural with flavours of tasted oats, ripe stone fruit, and greengage. Persistent and extremely enjoyable."
Purchase online: R190 p/bottle
90pts Land's End Cape Agulhas Syrah 2020
Tasting Note by the IWSC judges: "Delicious notes of sour cherry and chocolate define the nose before a refreshing palate, packed with ripe red fruit and complex layers of cocoa nib, violet, and white pepper."
Purchase online: R195 p/bottle