The Cap Classique Challenge, sponsored and supported by Amorim Cork for 25 years, was held on Wednesday, 16 September 2025 at La Petite Colombe at Leeu Estates in Franschhoek, South Africa. KWV Laborie was crowned the overall winner, winning the title of Best Wine on Show with its Laborie Cap Classique Blanc de Blancs 2020. Emile Joubert has been connected with the Cap Classique Challenge for many years, and was the knowledgeable and passionate host of the day. As could be expected, each delicious course was beautifully curated and prepared by the extensive team at La Petite Colombe, accompanied by the top bubblies in the country. Certainly a treat on the calendar! Sparkling wine is the one category which has not shown a decline in consumption or exports and our Cap Classique continues to show its quality and worth across the globe. We were honoured to have the chairman of Amorim, Antonio Amorim, at the event, and celebrated the 25 years of their support of the category. Emile and Tim Hoek from Haute Cabriere presented the MD of Amorim South Africa, Joaquim Sá, with a large 9-litre bottle of Haute Cabriere bubbly in recognition of his consistent support of the industry. Amorim must be one of the world's oldest family-owned businesses, founded in 1870! Congratulations to the Trophy winners Best Blanc de Blancs and Best on Show: Sacha Muller, KWV Laborie - Laborie Cap Classique Blanc de Blancs 2020 Best Brut and Best Rosé: Megan Mullis, Domaine des Deux - Domaine des Dieux Rose of Sharon Rosé 2017 Best Nectar: Stephan de Beer, Krone - Krone Night Nectar Blanc de Blanc 2021 Best Extended Ageing: Pieter Ferreira - Pieter Ferreira Blanc de Blancs 2015