Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate has won a gold medal for its Joie de Vivre 2019 Brut Méthode Cap Classique at the prestigious Amorim Cap Classique Challenge. This marks the third consecutive gold medal since the maiden Benguela Cove Cap Classique was released in 2020, cementing its reputation as a wine of exceptional quality and consistency.  

Situated in the Walker Bay wine region, Benguela Cove has rapidly established itself as a producer of world-class Cap Classique. Winemaker Michelle Waldeck and the Hermanus wine farm team craft the Joie de Vivre using 100% estate grapes grown in the unique terroir on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean.

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Vineyard owners, the Streeter family have invested significantly in realising their vision for Benguela Cove as a destination for wine lovers seeking the pinnacle of South African wine experiences. The stylish winery and tasting room overlooking the estate's picturesque lagoon provide an enchanting backdrop for sampling Benguela Cove’s diverse range of cool climate wines. 

Celebrating 3 consecutive vintages of Amorim Cap Classique Gold. 

In only a decade, Benguela Cove has earned its place among the elite, ranked in the Top 100 World's Best Vineyards 2023. This latest gold medal for Joie de Vivre reinforces Benguela Cove as a rising star in South African winemaking. 

Benguela Cove welcomes visitors daily for wine tastings, food pairings, and bespoke experiences showcasing the estate's award-winning Méthode Cap Classique and an array of fine wines.