PAST AUCTION RESULTS
2020 CWA RESULTS
The Cape Wine Auction 2020, in partnership with Mastercard, raised R12 490 000 for charity at this year’s event.
LOTS OF 2020
THE TOP 12 BEST PERFORMING
THE GIFT OF GIVING
We invite guests to donate to specific causes within the Cape Wine Auction Trust’s community of beneficiaries. Choose a cause that is close to your heart.
Lot 1 – A hungry child cannot learn. R100 000 provides 35 000 freshly prepared, nutritionally fortified meals by the Lunchbox Fund to 175 at-risk and vulnerable school learners every day for a year.
Lot 2 – Trauma is a barrier to learning for thousands of children in the winelands. This lot provides 500 hours of counselling for children, at their school, by qualified Community Keepers psychologists, counsellors or social workers. This is a gift of psychosocial support which assists traumatised children to enjoy a happier education journey.
Lot 3 – This lot pays for 20 computers and covers the cost of their installation at a school. This process is facilitated and managed by the Click Foundation.
Lot 4 – Lack of safe, reliable transport is a barrier to many children getting to school daily. In the winelands attendance rates during the winter and on rainy days are much lower, indicating how many children walk to school every day, often over great distances. This lot provides safe and reliable transport services to 80 children in the Winelands for a year.
Lot 5 – R100 000 provides four classrooms from Grades R to 3 with Library Corners, including reading books, floor cushions, mats, easels for big books, posters and teacher packs, and individual fully-illustrated dictionaries for each child.
Lot 6 – R100 000 trains 42 Early Childhood Development (ECD) practitioners and provides them with the necessary resources to run quality ECD programmes.
Lot 7 – R100 000 provides 100 children with the uniform essentials they need to attend school in comfort and with dignity and a sense of pride.
Lot 8 – R 100 000 funds a pre-school centre for 50 children for a year. This includes the provision of educational resources, stationery and furniture
Final bid R 4 050 000

VILAFONTÉ PRESENTS THE AUCTION NAPA VALLEY CALIFORNIA EXPERIENCE
Vilafonté and Napa Valley Vintners present a magnificent and unobtainable VIP Experience in California’s Napa Valley Wine Country. The successful bidder(s) on this 3 litre Vilafonté Series C 2004 Double Magnum will join the ‘rich and famous’ at the spectacular Californian wine and food celebration, the 40th annual Auction Napa Valley, the American Wine Classic.
- Four tickets to the Auction Napa Valley – the VIP Package for two couples.
- All event festivities.
- Three nights luxury accommodation for two couples at the Michelin three-star Meadowood Resort.
- Sumptuous meals and top-class wines at all events.
- A luxury vehicle and Chauffeur for the duration provided by Beau Wine Tours.
Final bid R 1 200 000

A BESPOKE OCEAN JOURNEY ON PRIVATE CATAMARANS TO EXOTIC RAJA AMPAT, INDONESIA
The winner of this lot will take 8 guests on an unforgettable 7-day sailing expedition with Meridian Adventure SAIL. One of the world’s most exclusive adventure groups, at the forefront of ocean experiences, Meridian Adventure SAIL creates rare and extraordinary small group voyages for a select group of private club members who share a passion for seeing and exploring frontiers of the ocean.
- Eight guests will embark on a seven day ocean adventure on a private catamaran with Meridian Adventure SAIL.
- Explore Raja Ampat, Indonesia on a bespoke sailing itinerary to discover this marine hotspot teaming with wildlife.
- Enjoy an all-inclusive experience, from fine food and drink to world-class diving and instruction, seabobs to night-time paddle boarding.
- The catamaran is staffed with three expertly trained crew, qualified after an extensive programme spanning navigation to hospitality with the Meridian Adventure Academy.
- An on-board photographer will capture the entire sailing for lasting mementoes of this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Final bid R 1 100 000

THE ANTON SMIT LOT
This exquisite Anton Smit Lot forms part of not only one mask, but a triptych of three larger than life faces in progression from human to Spirit. Each face, hand painted in a different colour, portraying the essence of life. Instead of a fleeting experience the successful bidder will take this lot home with him/her to enjoy every day as part of their own art collection.
- AGAPÉ EFFERVESCENT SERIES
- Size each: (H)1,400mm x (W) 820mm x (D) 310mm
- Material: Glass reinforced polymer
- Edition: Unique
- Stand: Stainless steel on a concrete base
- Colour: Multi coloured hand painted weather resistant k2
Final bid R 1 100 000

A SEVEN-DAY BESPOKE OCEAN JOURNEY FOR EIGHT PEOPLE ON PRIVATE CATAMARANS TO EXOTIC RAJA AMPAT, INDONESIA WITH MERIDIAN ADVENTURE SAIL.!
You and seven friends will embark on a seven-day ocean adventure with Meridian Adventure SAIL. Meridian Adventure SAIL creates rare and extraordinary experiences for private club members who share a passion for the ocean. Embarking on your own private catamaran, this all-inclusive sailing expedition guides you through Raja Ampat, Indonesia – one of the world’s most desirable, remote and pristine ocean destinations.
- Eight guests will embark on a seven day ocean adventure on a private catamaran with Meridian Adventure SAIL.
- Explore Raja Ampat, Indonesia on a bespoke sailing itinerary to discover this marine hotspot teaming with wildlife.
- Enjoy an all-inclusive experience, from fine food and drink to world-class diving and instruction, seabobs to night-time paddle boarding.
- The catamaran is staffed with three expertly trained crew, qualified after an extensive programme spanning navigation to hospitality with the Meridian Adventure Academy.
- An on-board photographer will capture the entire sailing for lasting mementoes of this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Final bid R 1 000 000

ELLERMAN HOUSE AND LIONEL SMIT, DOM PERIGNON, FYN AND TABLE MOUNTAIN: CELEBRATE THE POWER OF CREATION
A creative force unites. Ellerman House – Lionel Smit – Dom Pérignon – Peter Tempelhoff and Table Mountain
- Accommodation for six guests for three nights and three days at a private villa at Ellerman house.
- A private Dinner with Dom Perignon and FYN on top of Table mountain with chef Peter Tempelhoff.
- Full guided Ellerman House Art Collection tour.
- Dinner in the unique Ellerman House Wine Gallery.
- A unique Lionel Smit print hand finished by the artist.
- A collection of Ellerman House Book.
Final bid R 900 000

PHINDA HOMESTEAD – AN EXCLUSIVE SAFARI EXPERIENCE
The successful bidder of this spectacular adventure will be whisked away on a charter flight with seven of their guests to the luxurious &Beyond Homestead at &Beyond Phinda Private Game Reserve. This sole-use villa provides the ultimate Big Five safari experience, boasting iconic wildlife, a world of seven unique landscapes, a conservation haven and hospitality with heart.
- Enjoy a two night getaway for eight, at the exclusive-use Phinda Homestead, a private villa on &Beyond Phinda Private Game Reserve.
- Participate in a Pangolin Conservation Experience, with a chance to replace their tracking tags and assist with their monitoring and research.
- Includes return charter flights to and from Cape Town or Johannesburg.
- Includes your own private and dedicated guide, tracker, chef and butler, as well as all meals, local drinks, and scheduled activities offered at the lodge.
Final bid R 600 000

THE JAGUAR LAND ROVER ICE DRIVE EXPERIENCE, SWEDEN
At the very edge of the Arctic Circle lies Arjeplog. A sub-zero wilderness, this hidden corner of Sweden plays host to a truly unique driving experience. The Jaguar and Land Rover Ice Academy is all about ultimate excitement. It’s your opportunity to drive our SUVs and sports cars to their fullest capability, all under the guidance of our highly trained Jaguar Land Rover experts.
- A once is a lifetime experience – the Jaguar Land Rover Ice Drive Academy in Arjeplog, Sweden.
- Prize valued at R220 000.
- Includes Drive Experience, Accommodation, all meals and return flights from OR Tambo International, Johannesburg.
Final bid R 600 000

EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF DE MORGENZON & AZURA BENGUERRA ISLAND IN MOZAMBIQUE
Imagine an unspoilt island within a Marine National Park, deserted beaches of pure white sand that extend for miles, sparkling turquoise seas crisscrossed by local dhows plying their trade, sunny days and star studded nights … and you have Azura Benguerra Island in Mozambique. Azura Retreats is offering five nights in our Presidential Villa for 4 adults or for a family of 6 at Azura Benguerra including all meals, local beverages.
- 6 x Magnums of our famed Reserve Chenin Blanc (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018) in a wooden box.
- A 4 course private lunch for 6 people, at DeMorgenzon prepared by Harald Bresselschmidt paired with the award winning Chenin Blanc wines of DeMorgenzon.
- Five nights in the Presidential Villa for 4 adults or for a family of 6 at Azura Benguerra including all meals & local beverages, an island drive and sunset cruise.
- The lot excludes flights and Helicopter transfers.
Final bid R 500 000

DE TOREN & THE ROYAL PORTFOLIO LUXURY LOT
The Silo Hotel, La Residence & Royal Malewane: Spend two incredible nights at each of these iconic properties. The Silo Hotel & La Residence’s offering is inclusive of breakfast and a transfer between the two hotels. The magnificent Royal Malewane safari experience is offered on a full board basis, inclusive of accommodation, all meals, drinks, bush walks & game drives.
- The Silo Hotel, La Residence & Royal Malewane: Spend two incredible nights at each of these iconic hotels & lodges. The Silo Hotel & La Residence’s offering is inclusive of breakfast daily and a transfer between the two hotels. The magnificent Royal Malewane safari experience is on a full board basis, inclusive of all a luxury suite accommodation, all meals, drinks, bush walks & game drives.
- Private NAC Helicopter Tour: Enjoy a private, scenic helicopter tour for two and be awed by Cape Town’s spectacular beauty.
- Complimentary Wines: Enjoy the De Toren wines throughout your stay with The Royal Portfolio.
- De Toren’s Cellar Master Vintage Wine Tasting: An exclusive tasting hosted at the venue of choice by Cellar Master, Charles Williams.
- Book XVII 2018 Vintage 3L & 750ml Case: The first-ever three litre (3L) produced of one of South Africa’s most luxurious wines, accompanied by six hand-numbered 750ml bottles of Book XVII, each one presented in its iconic case with a special key for safekeeping of this collector’s item.
Final bid R 500 000

THE MEERLUST NATURAL SELECTION LOT
Long recognized for producing world-class wines, Meerlust Estate has been the pride of the Myburgh family since 1756. Today, the traditional dedication to the art of winemaking continues under the guidance of Hannes Myburgh. Wines are only made from grapes grown on the estate, which is uniquely positioned for the production of wines with exceptional complexity and character.
- The winning bidder will receive an incredible Rubicon collection of twenty vintages from 1997 – 2016 which will include the Meerlust Red 2002 and 2011.
- A two night stay for four people at the new Lekkerwater Beach Lodge situated in the De Hoop nature reserve.
- The lot includes a weekend stay for two couples in the “Quarters” at Meerlust. In addition, eight guests will be invited to a private luncheon at the Meerlust homestead hosted by Hannes Myburgh.
- 6 bottles of Meerlust Cabernet Sauvignon 1975.
Final bid R 500 000

GREAT DOMAINES CHAMPAGNE & WIMBLEDON LOT
Great Domaines, exclusive importer and distributor of the finest wines in the world, and its partners, are offering the highest bidder a unique Champagne and Tennis experience, money can’t buy. Experience for two (sharing), in London and Champagne, Lanson VIP tickets to the Wimbledon quarter finals, Champagne Lanson exclusive visit and Rare Champagne Pol Roger tasting and dinner.
- Two tickets for the men’s quarter-finals in Wimbledon hosted by Champagne Lanson in their VIP suite, all transfers in London, two nights stay in a four-star hotel in London, lunch and afternoon tea.
- An exclusive guided tour and tasting of Champagne Lanson in Reims.
- A guided tour of the original historical House and Cellars of Champagne Pol Roger, An exclusive tasting for two followed by a dinner and tasting of a very rare 1921 vintage with Mr d’Harcourt, CEO of Champagne Pol Roger.
- One night stay for two people, sharing, at the 5-star villa Eugène in Epernay.
Final bid R 450 000
