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SASA raises R100K for fundraiser at Culture Wine Bar
South African Sommeliers Association (SASA) hosted a gala and auction dinner at Culture Wine Bar to help elevate sommeliers in South Africa.
By SA Wine Industry · 2 min read
SASA’s showcase networking dinner in celebration of food and wine
The South African Sommeliers Association (SASA) are proud to announce its first-ever fundraising networking dinner.
By Anton Pretorius · 1 min read
State of Sommeliers in South Africa: Bridging the Gap
Thanks to independent bodies such as the South African Sommeliers Association, prospective sommeliers are provided with the tools and know-how to fulfil their r
By Anton Pretorius · 8 min read
SASA launches new introductory sommelier certificate
The South African Sommeliers Association (SASA) aims to elevate the service standards and provide a platform for sommeliers to launch their careers.
By SA Wine Industry · 4 min read
A new era for SA Sommeliers Association
For the first time since its founding in 2010, The South African Sommeliers Association will be led by an all-female executive team.
By SA Wine Industry · 4 min read
Wikus Human wins 'Best Sommelier in South Africa' 2021
The South African Sommeliers Association is proud to announce Wikus Human as the new Best Sommelier in South Africa taking top honours competing against semi-fi
By SA Wine Industry · 5 min read
Somm association promotes Erica Taylor to head of operations
The South African Sommeliers Association (SASA) board has promoted Erica Taylor of Uncorkified to head of operations.
By SA Wine Industry · 3 min read
Announcing the Semi-Finalists for Best Sommelier of South Africa 2023 Competition
The South African Sommeliers Association is thrilled to announce the semi-finalists for the Best Sommelier of South Africa 2023 competition, taking place at the esteemed Hazendal Wine Estate on September 16th, 2023. This event will coincide with the Star Wine List of the Year South Africa awards…
By SA Wine Industry · 2 min read
Jean-Vincent Ridon Wins Prestigious Title of Best Sommelier of South Africa 2023
The South African Sommeliers Association (SASA) is thrilled to announce Jean-Vincent Ridon of Sommelier’s Academy as the winner of the prestigious Best Sommelier of South Africa 2023 title. The event took place on Sept. 16 at the beautiful Hazendal Wine Estate, in conjunction with the Star Wist…
By SA Wine Industry · 2 min read
Armand Ridgard Crowned Best Sommelier of South Africa 2025
The South African Sommeliers Association (SASA) is proud to announce Armand Ridgard as the Best Sommelier of South Africa 2025, following a full day of intense competition held on 10 September at The Rockefeller Hotel in Cape Town.
By SA Wine Industry · 3 min read
Being a Sommelier: Turn your passion for wine into a career
Fashion designers are celebrities (think Victoria Beckham). Chefs are rock stars (think Anthony Bourdain). But what about sommeliers?
By Anton Pretorius · 4 min read
Gaggenau South Africa announces sommelier finalists
The first Gaggenau South Africa Sommelier Winner was announced after a two-day competition that saw contestants battle it out for the title.
By Anton Pretorius · 2 min read
