The Pinotage Association is responsible for maintaining South Africa’s leading role in the production of quality Pinotage wines.
Our Aim
1. Knowledge
To increase the knowledge of its members on all aspects regarding the viticulture and vinification of Pinotage grapes and the production of Pinotage wines
2. Service
To serve as a forum for exchanging ideas on the production and marketing of Pinotage wines
3. Production
To identify problem areas in the growing of Pinotage grapes and the production of Pinotage wines
4. Research
To prioritise research needs regarding Pinotage
Management Committee
The Management Committee is made up of the top echelon in the wine industry, locally and globally. It is a selection of co-opted members, elected at the annual general meeting of the Pinotage Association. The executive committee is elected by the Management Committee.
Albertus Louw | Perdeberg |
Andre van Dyk | Rooiberg Winery |
Nicolaas Rust | Uni Wines |
Belinda Jacobs | Marketing |
Elsabe Ferreira | Admin & Competitions |
FC Bayly | (1940-2021) |
Prof Maret du Toit | Stellenbosch University |
Johann Fourie | Benguela Cove |
Francois van Niekerk | Wellington Winery |
Andries Blake | Klawer Wines |