The first prize is R15 000 and the second prize, R7 500. Entries close on Friday 20 September 2013 and the winners will be announced on Wednesday 30 October 2013.
The article, in any of South Africa's 11 official languages must be on one of the following subjects. The role of wine in everyday life, or describe the difference between wines to be enjoyed as 'quaffers' and wines that do justice to certain cuisine. A blog post of 300 words about the most unusual wine the writer has ever tasted must also accompany the entry.
A panel of experienced and recognised South African wine writers will judge entries. No persons in full-time employment as wine writers are permitted to enter. A short CV with specific details of previous wine writing activities must accompany entries.
"Media and the technology related to its generation and distribution are constantly evolving. The wine industry must keep up with this tempo, ensuring that we continue to meet the needs of readers and consumers," says Charles Hopkins, chairman of SANWSA. "Whether we are in the business of making, retailing, writing about or even 'branding' wine - we ought to share one main objective: to encourage readers and consumers to enjoy great and well-made wines, visit the places where they originate and continue to be inspired by this creative spirit."
An entry form and full details are available from the Veritas office on az.oc.satirev@nimda or tel +27 (0)21 863 1599.
