Decanter World Wine Awards 2022
Part 1
The results of the Decanter World Wine Awards, the world’s largest and most influential wine competition, are a guide to the dynamic world of wine.
It is good that South African wines take top places in wine-tasting competitions. The latest stop is called Decanter, which includes one of the biggest wine competitions in the world, the «Decanter World Wine Award».
Every year, the results offer surprises and revelations that highlight the growth of quality and consistency – or lack thereof. Discover now the results of the 19th edition of the «Decanter World Wine Awards», which sets a new record for wines tasted.
South Africa received 2 Best-in-Show medals, the country’s best result in this category since 2017, and 5 platinum and 39 gold medals.
What do the Decanter medals mean?
The Decanter jury tastes over 18,000 wines from 56 countries every year. Only the best receive a medal. Last year, only 635 wines received a gold medal – 3.51% of the wines submitted. Only 179 wines received platinum. And the highest award – Best in Show – was only given to 50 wines. But what do individual awards mean?
Bronze – 86 to 89 points: well done, solid, satisfying
Silber – 90 to 94 points: high quality, an exciting wine with personality
Gold – 95 to 96 points: an exceptional and remarkable wine
Platin – 97 to 100 points: All gold winners are tasted again. The best of them receive platinum
Best in Show – All platinum winners are tasted once again. The best of them receive Best in Show in their category.
Today we would like to present to you the list of South African Platinum and Gold Medal Wines.
PLATINUM WINE
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CONSTANTIA GLEN
Sauvignon Blanc – 2021
CHF 15.90 instead of CHF 22.00
97 Points by Decanter
Intense varietal character is the cornerstone of our classically styled Sauvignon Blanc, combining tropical fruit flavours with a well-integrated minerality. A wine of freshness, impeccable balance and great length. With 97 points at Decanter.
GOLD WINE
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CEDERBERG
Five Generations – Cabernet Sauvignon – 2019
CHF 59.90 instead of CHF 75.00
96 Points by Decanter
The Cabernet Sauvignon is a wine of stature that shows a beautiful combination of blackcurrant and plums with subtle notes of cedar and clove spice. A flavourful wine with a ripe tannin structure, it has a velvety finish on the palate.
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BABYLONSTOREN
Nebukadnesar – 2019
CHF 32.90 instead of CHF 44.00
95 Points by Decanter
The Babylonstoren Nebukadnesar impresses already in the glass with its dark ruby colour and the fascinating scent of violets and thyme, which is underlined by intense joahnnisberry aromas and a light smoky note, makes you want to take the first sip. On the palate, the cuvée convinces above all with its balance and fruity character. The excellent tannin structure and well-integrated oak notes skillfully accentuate the nuances of red berries.
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KLEINE ZALZE
Family Reserve – Cabernet Sauvignon – 2017
CHF 29.90 instead of CHF 44.00
93 Points by Decanter
Even though the pre-season was warm, the long hang time and cooler weather helped to maintain the typical Cabernet identity on the bouquet. Just a hint of fynbos mingles with deliciously dark aromas of redcurrant and cherry on the nose. These follow on the palate, with notes of cedar and spice supporting the fruit on the mid palate. The supple tannin structure provides enough structure but is light enough not to detract from the wine’s very long finish.
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BARTINNEY
Chardonnay – 2019
CHF 19.90 instead of CHF 24.00
93 Points by Decanter
This fruit-driven wine tends towards a fresh style with lime, apricot and green pineapple notes on the nose. The oak component presents itself as wood spice notes and is perfectly integrated and not overpowering. On the palate, the subtle sweetness combines with the fresh acidity to create an exquisite wine. As on the nose, the oak component is well integrated and offers vanilla, and coconut notes that balance the fresh and lively fruit and almond notes. The texture is velvety and continues into a long finish.
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BABYLONSTOREN
Sprankel Brut Vintage – 2016
CHF 39.90 instead of CHF 49.90
93 Points by Decanter
Pale straw yellow with fresh green complexities in the glass, the Babylonstoren Sprankle indulges with a beguiling bouquet of Golden Delicious apple, green lollipop and delicate tropical fruit as yeasty hints of fragrant sponge cake and freshly baked brioche. On the palate, this stunning Methode Cap Classique presents itself with pleasant freshness and excellent balance, as well as a wonderful mousse and soft acidity that provides a perfect rounding off of the creamy cashew nut notes on the palate. Delicious nuances of lime zest, peach and tangy grapefruit complement this grandiose pleasure experience with delicate mineral notes and a long-lasting finish.
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KLEINE ZALZE
Vineyard Selection – Sauvignon Blanc – Screw Cap – 2021
CHF 13.90 instead of CHF 17.90
92 Points by Decanter
Intense aromas of gooseberries, kiwi and a strong herbal note. The palate has a multi-layered complexity with mineral structure and green notes.
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KLEINE ZALZE
Vineyard Selection – Cabernet Sauvignon – 2019
CHF 14.90 instead of CHF 22.00
92 Points by Decanter
This wine is a classically structured Cabernet that speaks more of sophistication and elegance than power and weight. An initially closed bouquet opens in the glass to intense dark fruits followed by damp fynbos. These aromas follow through on the palate with cassis and black cherries, supported by a subtle herbaceous note. An elegantly structured wine that lingers almost indefinitely on the back palate.
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GLEN CARLOU
Collection – Cabernet Franc – 2018
CHF 24.90 instead of CHF 32.00
92 Points by Decanter
Powerful red fruits combined with plum and vanilla notes and hints of tobacco leaf and paprika blend seamlessly in this distinctive wine. The palate is full of dark fruits and peppermint chocolate; fine tannins and a velvety note lead to a long aftertaste—an stunning wine, complete with balance and refined elegance.
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GHOST CORNER BY CEDERBERG
The Bowline – 2019
CHF 23.90 instead of CHF 29.90
92 Points by Decanter
Sailors call the bowline the “king of knots” – a strong and simple knot symbolising union, perfection and eternal devotion. This white blend ties the “knot” between Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon. An elegant Bordeaux blend with aromas of ripe fruit such as white pear and fig with a subtle layer of toasted almond. A fresh and crisp palate with a touch of well-integrated oak adds to the richness and complexity of the wine.
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GLEN CARLOU
Grand Classique – 2020
CHF 16.90 instead of CHF 24.00
91 Points by Decanter
That is a charming wine with an exquisite balance and refined elegance and aromatics of peppers, chocolate and sweet red berries on the nose. On the palate, lively undertones of plum and prune are rounded by cedar notes. The velvety finish is full of dark fruits, chocolate and peppermint framed by soft tannins.
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DE GRENDEL
OP Die Berg – Chardonnay – Screw Cap – 2021
CHF 18.90 instead of CHF 29.00
91 Points by Decanter
The wine has a medium lemon colour. The nose offers a distinctive bouquet of lemon, grapefruit, and Golden Delicious apples, underlined by quince that continued on the palate. Low tannins, soft oak and medium weight with full flavour intensity provide a silky texture and a long finish..
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KLEIN CONSTANTIA
Sauvignon Blanc – Screw Cap – 2020
CHF 14.90 instead of CHF 22.00
90 Points by Decanter
The 2020 Sauvignon Blanc has a more refined bouquet than the 2019 and a touch more minerality and tension. It is very well balanced on the palate, with gooseberry, asparagus and a touch of spice delivering a satisfying, quite concentrated finish. Excellent.
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KANONKOP
Paul Sauer – Rarität – 2018
CHF 53.10 instead of CHF 59.00
90 Points by Decanter
The complex, layered and intense aromas of cassis, plums, spicy oak and cigar box, are on the nose. The palate is rich and supple, with seamless integration of fruit and oak, delicate tannins and a subtle note of acidity. The concentrated flavours of tomato cocktails, black and red fruits and braised meat explode in the mouth. A wine of immense purity, depth and freshness. A subtle note of mint on the finish rounds off a wine full of detail.
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SPIER
Creative Block 2 – 2020
CHF 13.90 instead of CHF 19.90
90 Points by Decanter
Each Spier Creative Block is named after the number of grape varieties used, so Spier Creative Block 2 is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, a work of art in the style of a white Bordeaux. Straw yellow with new green complexes, it flows into the glass and exudes enchanting aromas of gooseberry, tangy lime and white peaches. Exotic and crisp, with subtle nuances of fynbos and white asparagus, the palate presents a youthful mineral note.
BOUCHARD FINLAYSON
Blanc de Mer – Scree Cap – 2020
CHF 17.90
90 Points by Decanter
Delicate peach and floral aromas perfectly harmonise with a citrus-influenced waxy richness. The wine flows easily on the palate, from a bright and clean start to a long, tangy finish. Invigorating acidity adds structure to the well-rounded mid-palate. Excellent now, but it will develop more complexity.
KLEINE ZALZE
Cellar Selection – Chenin Blanc – Screw Cap – 2021
CHF 12.90
88 Points by Decanter
Tropical stone fruit aromas are supported by citrus freshness on the palate and are well integrated with fantastic texture.
Edition of the «Decanter World Wine Awards 2022», from 07.06.2022
All prices in CHF incl. VAT. Daily price as of 18.07.2022.
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