WineLand 30 Under 30 Awards 2026

✓ WineLand Media, in collaboration with ROTOCON and Auric Barrels, has opened nominations for the WineLand 30 Under 30 Awards 2026, an initiative that recognises and celebrates the next generation of leaders shaping South Africa’s wine industry.

✓ The programme highlights young professionals under the age of 30 who are making meaningful contributions across the wine value chain, including viticulture, winemaking, research, marketing, and industry development. By showcasing emerging talent, the initiative aims to provide visibility to individuals who are introducing innovative approaches, strengthening industry competitiveness, and contributing to the long-term growth of the South African wine sector..

Eligible nominees include young professionals active in the South African wine industry and its broader value chain, such as:
✓ Viticulturists
✓ Winemakers
✓ Soil scientists and researchers
✓ Sommeliers
✓ Wine marketers and brand managers
✓ Wine entrepreneurs and business professionals
✓ Industry educators and technical specialists

✓ Nominees must:
✓ 30 years old or younger
✓ Be actively working in the South African wine industry or its value chain
✓ Demonstrate innovation, passion, and leadership within the sector
✓ Show clear impact or contribution to the industry
✓ Be available for an interview if shortlisted

✓ Be available for an interview if shortlisted

Selected candidates will receive:
✓ National recognition in WineLand Media’s June 2026 issue
✓ Visibility across the wine industry ecosystem
✓ Networking opportunities with industry leaders and peers
✓ Professional recognition as emerging leaders in the sector