Hughes said he was delighted with the composition of this year's panel line-up. "Every member of the team has a keen appreciation of the integral part wine plays in any dining experience. Their expertise in the field will most certainly raise the bar for participants in achieving the top honours."
The names of the winners of the Diamond, Platinum, Gold and Silver awards, as well as of the national Best Winelist and Best Wine Steward, will be announced at functions in Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban in September.
Restaurants, hotels and guesthouses countrywide are invited to submit their wine lists for the competition, judged on the selection, balance, presentation and the extent to which it complements the menu. Entries close on Friday, 27 July, at 4pm. For more information, go to www.dinersclub.co.za.
