News from SASA

Announcing the top seven candidates to compete in the Ubuntu Challenge 2022

Nov 21, 20221 min read

Announcing the top seven candidates to compete in the Ubuntu Challenge 2022

In partnership with the Stellenbosch Wine Routes and Sommeliers Academy. Cape Town, South Africa- (21st November 2022) This year's Ubuntu...

Announcing the ASI Certification 1 on the 21st of November 2022

Dani Brown

Oct 31, 20221 min read

Announcing the ASI Certification 1 on the 21st of November 2022

The ASI Certification 1 is suitable for any candidate looking to validate his/her competencies and obtain an international validation of...

JOB OPPORTUNITY: Sun Island Resort & Spa

Erica Taylor

Oct 25, 20221 min read

JOB OPPORTUNITY: Sun Island Resort & Spa

Sun Island Resort & Spa - Part of Villa Resorts and Hotels Maldives. We are looking for a passionate professional to fulfil the position...

Thembani Wesley Mpande is the Champagne Telmont Best Young Sommelier in South Africa 2022

Erica Taylor

Oct 5, 20222 min read

Thembani Wesley Mpande is the Champagne Telmont Best Young Sommelier in South Africa 2022

In partnership with the Stellenbosch Wine Routes. Thembani Wesley Mpande Stellenbosch, South Africa- (5th October 2022) Thembani Wesley...

Announcing the Champagne Telmont Best Young Sommelier of South Africa 2022 Semi-Finalists

Erica Taylor

Sep 22, 20222 min read

Announcing the Champagne Telmont Best Young Sommelier of South Africa 2022 Semi-Finalists

In partnership with the Stellenbosch Wine Routes. Cape Town, South Africa- (22nd September 2022) This year's Best Young Sommelier...

Inaugural Stellenbosch Wine Routes Sommelier Bootcamp launches in September

Erica Taylor

Aug 26, 20223 min read

Inaugural Stellenbosch Wine Routes Sommelier Bootcamp launches in September

Creating a memorable story: It’s back to basics for Stellenbosch in its wine terroir education initiative. To remain competitive,...

Court of Master Sommeliers Comes to Stellenbosch the 18th-20th of September

Erica Taylor

Aug 11, 20222 min read

Court of Master Sommeliers Comes to Stellenbosch the 18th-20th of September

Chenin Noir South Africa brings The Court of Master Sommeliers Europe to Cape Town, South Africa. **Course info** BOOK OR ENQUIRE NOW...

The Best Young Sommelier of South Africa 2022 Quarter-finals qualifications are now open.

Erica Taylor

Aug 2, 20222 min read

The Best Young Sommelier of South Africa 2022 Quarter-finals qualifications are now open.

The Best Young Sommelier of South Africa 2022 will take place on the 4th of October at Blaauwklippen with our Long-Time Partner,...

Premium Independent Wines of South Africa (PIWOSA) partners with SASA for Cape Wine 2022

Erica Taylor

Jul 25, 20223 min read

Premium Independent Wines of South Africa (PIWOSA) partners with SASA for Cape Wine 2022

Cape Town - With the return of Cape Wine this year, the magnificent twelve producers under the PIWOSA umbrella are partnering with SASA...

Become a SASA member and enjoy our new member benefits.

Erica Taylor

Jun 22, 20221 min read

Become a SASA member and enjoy our new member benefits.

Never before has there been a more exciting time to be a SASA member. We have worked incredibly hard and secured some fantastic...

Tahiirah Habibi in South Africa to launch Hue Society

Erica Taylor

Jun 15, 20223 min read

Tahiirah Habibi in South Africa to launch Hue Society

Photo Credit: Dimitri Crowder Celebrated wine industry pioneer, Tahiirah Habibi, to visit South Africa to promote the launch of The Hue...

Stellenbosch Wine Routes Officially Partners with the South African Sommelier Association!

Erica Taylor

Jun 10, 20221 min read

Stellenbosch Wine Routes Officially Partners with the South African Sommelier Association!

As part of the historic agreement, the Stellenbosch Wine Routes will donate R250,000 to help SASA Fulfill Their Mandate. June 2022- Long...

Erica Taylor

May 31, 20221 min read

We bring the certification team to you!

Sanelisiwe Damawe & Petronella Bekwa, tasting ambassadors from Oldenburg Vineyards, are SASA's newest Junior Sommeliers! Both hold WSET...

Erica Taylor

May 31, 20221 min read

New SASA Junior Sommeliers | May 2022

We are delighted to welcome our new Junior Sommeliers! Caroline Ngwenya Currently: Wine Steward at Culture Wine Bar Wine Certifications:...

The South African Sommeliers Association announces a new board member LeRoi Van de Vyver.

Erica Taylor

Apr 20, 20221 min read

The South African Sommeliers Association announces a new board member LeRoi Van de Vyver.

The South African Sommeliers Association held its annual general meeting on the 20th of April. After five years of stellar service, Esmé...

Erica Taylor

Apr 20, 20221 min read

A few highlights from our 2022 AGM

SASA has raised over R350K in the first quarter of 2022, thanks to the title sponsorship from the Stellenbosch Wine Routes and a...

27 Pass the Inaugural South African Sommelier Association Introductory Sommelier Certification

Erica Taylor

Apr 4, 20222 min read

27 Pass the Inaugural South African Sommelier Association Introductory Sommelier Certification

On the 31st of March, the South African Sommelier Association (SASA) hosted its first round of the new Introductory Sommelier...

SASA Raises R100K For Their First Fundraiser at Culture Wine Bar

Erica Taylor

Mar 30, 20222 min read

SASA Raises R100K For Their First Fundraiser at Culture Wine Bar

Owner, chef and Auctioneer for the evening, Matt Manning, was on fire as the bids came flying through at Culture Wine Bar's 'The Wine...

SASA Announces A Fine Wine Auction and Gala Dinner to Set up South African Sommeliers for Success

Erica Taylor

Mar 9, 20222 min read

SASA Announces A Fine Wine Auction and Gala Dinner to Set up South African Sommeliers for Success

The Wine Library at Culture Wine Bar will host the upcoming gala and auction dinner on 24 March 2022. Culture Wine Bar is the official...

NEW Introductory Sommelier Certification Available

Erica Taylor

Feb 24, 20223 min read

NEW Introductory Sommelier Certification Available

Cultivating a Culture of Service Excellence for South African Sommeliers Since the renaissance of the South African wine industry at the...