The Cape Fine & Rare Wine Auction took place at the Rupert Museum in Stellenbosch recently. A rare bottle of Grand Constance 1821 reached a record-breaking R420 000. A rare bottle of Grand Constance 1821 reached a record-breaking R420 000 at the recent Cape Fine & Rare Wine Auction. "Following a year that has impacted the South African wine industry like no other, the Cape Fine & Rare Wine Auction became a beacon of resilience, showcasing the tenacious spirit of the country's wine makers – and the massive favour they carry with wine enthusiasts globally," Cape Fine Rare Wine Auction director Niël Groenewald commented in a statement. It has never been more important to shine a light on the spirit of South Africa’s wines, and the Cape Fine & Rare Wine Auction did exactly that."

Source: News 24 May 25, 2021 16:41 UTC