A Century of Pinotage: Bruce Jack’s Award-Winning Legacy in a Milestone Year

2025 marks an historic moment for South African winemaking as Pinotage, the country’s signature red varietal, celebrates its centenary.

A wine born from innovation, Pinotage has evolved over the past 100 years into a globally recognised and celebrated grape, synonymous with bold character and undeniable South African heritage.

In this milestone year, Bruce Jack Wines has been recognised with two prestigious accolades. Bruce Jack himself has been awarded the Master Winemaker 100 Award, a testament to his quality-focused, innovative winemaking. This prestigious honour was bestowed by the highly regarded international Drinks Business magazine, marking the second time in three years Bruce has received this recognition.

And the wine that impressed the Masters of Wine blind-tasting panel of judges who decided on this was the Bruce Jack Heritage Flag of Truce Pinotage 2022.

“This is a truly special moment, not just for us at Bruce Jack Wines, but for the legacy of Pinotage itself. Winning these accolades in the centenary year of the varietal is a humbling and inspiring reminder of why we do what we do. Pinotage is a grape with a storied past and an even brighter future, and we’re proud to play a role in its ongoing journey.” – Bruce Jack

Beyond this award-winning wine, Bruce Jack’s Pinotage portfolio continues to showcase the varietal’s remarkable versatility. From the Bruce Jack Reserve Pinotage, offering layers of dark fruit and spice, to the Bruce Jack Lifestyle Pinotage & Malbec and the Bruce Jack Lifestyle Daily Brew, each bottle tells a unique story of vineyard site, craftsmanship, and winemaking philosophy.

Adding to an already outstanding year, Bruce Jack Wines has once again been named among the Drinks International Top 50 Most Admired Wine Brands in the World, a distinction that reflects the global appeal and excellence of the portfolio.

As Pinotage enters its second century, Bruce Jack Wines stands at the forefront of its evolution, blending tradition with innovation to honour a grape that is woven into the fabric of South African winemaking.

This moment is not just about history, it is about shaping the future of Pinotage for generations to come.

RSP: R573.00 - Flag of Truce available at www.brucejack.com and specialist wine stores.

RSP: R130.00 - Reserve Pinotage available at www.brucejack.com, Makro and selected Tops at Spar stores.

RSP: R79.99 - Daily Brew Pinotage available at www.brucejack.com and Tops at Spar stores nationwide.

For further information or to request a sample, please contact:

Kirsten Reynecke – kirsten@kirstenhopwood.co.za - +44 74015 70304 (calls or whatsapp) / +27 82 7488887 (sms only)

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