The 2025 Cape Winemakers Guild Auction

Live Virtual Auction, 3 - 4 October 2025

The 2025 Cape Winemakers Guild Auction is a Live (in-person) and Online Auction held on Friday, 3 October from 12:30 - 20:00 and Saturday, 4 October from 09:00 - 15:00 at the Lord Charles Hotel, Somerset West.

Session 2 | Saturday, 04 October from 09:00 - 15:00

Current Bid

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Lot 478
  • Strydom Family Wines; The Game Changer Cabernet Franc - Merlot; 2021; 36 (6 x 6); 750ml
  • Strydom Family Wines; The Game Changer Cabernet Franc - Merlot; 2021; 36 (6 x 6); 750ml
  • Strydom Family Wines; The Game Changer Cabernet Franc - Merlot; 2021; 36 (6 x 6); 750ml
  • Strydom Family Wines; The Game Changer Cabernet Franc - Merlot; 2021; 36 (6 x 6); 750ml
  • Strydom Family Wines; The Game Changer Cabernet Franc - Merlot; 2021; 36 (6 x 6); 750ml
  • Strydom Family Wines; The Game Changer Cabernet Franc - Merlot; 2021; 36 (6 x 6); 750ml
  • Strydom Family Wines; The Game Changer Cabernet Franc - Merlot; 2021; 36 (6 x 6); 750ml
  • Strydom Family Wines; The Game Changer Cabernet Franc - Merlot; 2021; 36 (6 x 6); 750ml
  • Strydom Family Wines; The Game Changer Cabernet Franc - Merlot; 2021; 36 (6 x 6); 750ml


Lot Estimate
ZAR 32 000 - 50 000
VAT is charged on both hammer & premium for daggered lots
Current Bid
Starting at ZAR 25 000
Location
Wine Storage
Delivery
Delivery within South Africa included
Shipping
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About this Item

2021 The Game Changer Cabernet Franc - Merlot
36 (6 x 6) 750ml

83% Cabernet Franc, 17% Merlot

Wine of Origin: Stellenbosch
Winemaker: Rianie Strydom

For three consecutive years, this unique blend has been exclusively crafted for the Cape Winemaker:s Guild Auction. Produced from a single 300 litre barrel, only 276 bottles are available worldwide. Inspired by time spent in Saint-Émilion, this wine marries the classic pairing of Cabernet Franc and Merlot, reflecting both tradition and personal passion.

Tasting Notes: A full-bodied wine balanced by vibrant acidity and a smooth finish. Cabernet Franc lends red fruit and spicy nuances, while Merlot contributes rich black fruit and chocolate undertones, resulting in a harmonious and elegant blend.

Ready for drinking now until 2030.

Bottle Size: 750ml
Case Size: 6 x 750ml
Total Cases Produced: 68
Quantity of Cases for Auction: 46

Alc: 14.44 vol%
RS: 2.6 g/l
TA: 6.4 g/l
pH: 3.34

This wine is packed in a wooden box.

Notes

Friday, 03 October Session
Lot 263: 12 bottles
Lot 264: 12 bottles
Lot 265: 12 bottles
Lot 266: 36bottles
Lot 267: 36 bottles
Lot 268: 36 bottles

Saturday, 04 October Session
Lot 475: 12 bottles
Lot 476: 12 bottles
Lot 477: 36 bottles
Lot 478: 36 bottles
Lot 479: 36 bottles

View all Strydom Family Wines CWG lots for sale in this auction