Wanda Augustyn

Work with life, not against it. This simple philosophy underpins everything at Avondale. When Jonathan Grieve first arrived at Avondale in Paarl, he had no farming experience. Fresh from studying fine arts, he was more familiar with a palette knife than a spade. His lack of agricultural training meant he followed the conventional wisdom of the time, using fertilisers, herbicides, fungicides and heavy tillage.

CapeWine is not just another exhibition. It’s a stage where South Africa tells its wine story – who we are, what we stand for and why our wine matters. CapeWine will once again be staged in September and promises to be one of the most important events on South Africa’s wine calendar. Organised by Wines of South Africa (WoSA), the exhibition is the country’s premier wine trade show, bringing together producers, buyers, media and influencers from across the world.

Elunda Basson has carved out a space for herself as a seasoned winemaker, leader, mentor and tireless advocate for premium South African Sauvignon Blanc. With 28 vintages at some of the country’s most iconic estates under her belt, Elunda Basson is shaping a new future that’s more inclusive, quality-focused and globally competitive. Her journey started in the dry landscapes of the Karoo, far from the lush vineyards of the Boland. “I always knew I wanted to work in agriculture,” she says.