The Institute of Cape Wine Masters (ICWM) is an active group of knowledgeable people who are formally qualified, objective, passionate and informed on local and international wine matters. The purpose of the ICWM is to harness their collective ability as Cape Wine Masters to open the world of wine and brandy to others; through their knowledge, deep understanding and love for wine.
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Dave Hughes Trophy 2023
Heidi Duminy received the Dave Hughes Trophy for her contribution to uplifting wine education in South Africa and for her leadership in advancing the Cape Wine Academy.
Institute of Cape Wine Masters
Friday, 1 September, 2023
ICWM Wine Personality of the Year 2023
Pieter ‘Bubbles’ Ferreira, chief operating officer and visionary winemaker at Graham Beck Wines, was designated as the 2023 Wine Personality of the Year.
Thursday, 17 August, 2023
Institute of Cape Wine Masters
Two new Cape Wine Masters celebrated on the 40th anniversary of the institute
The two new Cape Wine Masters were presented with their diplomas at an awards luncheon on 11 August at Durbanville Hills.
Wednesday, 16 August, 2023
Institute of Cape Wine Masters
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Wednesday, 16 August, 2023
Cape Wine Masters Graduation 2023
Sunday, 6 May, 2018
2018 Cape Wine Master Graduation event held at KWV
Wednesday, 7 June, 2017
Four new Cape Wine Masters awarded their certificates
Saturday, 6 May, 2017
Cape Wine Masters Graduation 2017 at Van Ryns
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Wednesday, 13 September, 2023
Stories Untold: follow Cape Wine Master students, Lethabo & Xolani, on a life-changing journey
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