Stellenbosch winemaker crowned global chenin blanc master

Local Winemaker Johan Jordaan Named Global Chenin Blanc Master Winemaker

Recently at the prestigious Master Winemaker 100 awards held in Paris, South Africa’s Johan Jordaan earned a major new title for his work in Chenin Blanc winemaking.   Stellenbosch, South Africa (10 June 2025) – In yet another award for winemaking excellence, Johan Jordaan, Cellar Master at Spier was recently named the Global Chenin Blanc Master Winemaker for 2025 at the prestigious Master Winemaker 100 Awards held in Paris. The Master Winemaker…

Stellenbosch winemaker crowned global chenin blanc master

As South Africans prepare to celebrate Drink Chenin Day on 14 June, they can raise a toast to a remarkable achievement in the world of winemaking. Johan Jordaan, the Cellar Master at Spier, has been named Global Chenin Blanc Master Winemaker at the illustrious Master Winemaker 100 awards held recently in Paris. This prestigious recognition not only elevates Jordaan’s status but also highlights the versatility and dynamism of the Chenin Blanc gra…