The Cape Winemakers Guild Online Protégé Auction

Timed Online Auction, 21 August - 6 October 2025

The Cape Winemakers Guild Online Protégé Auction
About the Session

Buying wine on this Auction is not merely an act of purchasing a product. By participating in this Auction, you will be contributing towards a programme that nurtures young talent and enriches lives of individuals that ordinarily would not have had the opportunity. You will also be supporting the future of the South African wine industry.


Current Bid

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Lot 610
  • Charles Hopkins - De Grendel


Lot Estimate
ZAR 4 000 - 6 000
VAT is charged on both hammer & premium for daggered lots
Current Bid
Starting at ZAR 3 200
Location
Wine Storage
Delivery
Delivery within South Africa included
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About this Item

Charles Hopkins - De Grendel

A 1 x 1.5 litre bottle Elim Shiraz 2020 and an Exclusive Dining Experience for Four

This exceptional lot combines a 1.5L Magnum of Elim Shiraz 2020 with a R2,500 dining voucher for a meal for four people at the renowned De Grendel restaurant, creating a truly memorable experience.

Elim represents one of South Africa's most distinctive wine regions, located at the southernmost tip of the African continent. In 1990, Charles, with a group of friends, planted the first vineyards here. Having grown up in the area, Charles has deep-rooted ties to this land, which is reflected in every bottle.

The 2020 vintage of this Shiraz is crafted using a punch-down method, allowing for rich extraction and structure. The wine is matured for 12 months in seasoned oak, enhancing its complexity while preserving the unique characteristics of its terroir.

The Elim Shiraz showcases peppery, fynbos aromatics—a hallmark of the region—and boasts a refined modern style with a vibrant structure that promises longevity.

Elim’s cool climate, influenced by the nearby Atlantic and Indian Oceans, contributes to the Shiraz’s fresh, balanced profile, making it a true reflection of the unique conditions of this remarkable growing area.

This 1.5L Magnum offers collectors a rare opportunity to own a wine that blends heritage, innovation, and a sense of place. Paired with an exclusive dining experience, this lot promises to delight both your palate and your senses.



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