The newly launched Arniston Bay Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2008 clinched a gold medal at the prestigious 2008 Veritas Awards over the weekend.

Top quality grapes, sourced throughout the Western Cape, were used to create this premium wine. Consumers are subsequently rewarded with cut grass and green pea aromas, typical Sauvignon Blanc character on the palate with crisp acidity and a good finish. The Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2008 best complements light dishes such as green salads, asparagus and shell fish.

A total of 1 753 wines were entered for this year’s Veritas Awards – South Africa’s longest running wine competition – judged by six international wine experts and over a hundred renowned local wine judges.

It’s no mean feat then that the perennially popular Arniston Bay Chenin Blanc Chardonnay 2008 and Arniston Bay The Shore Rosé 2008 continued the brand’s winning streak winning bronze Veritas medals.
The fact that the brand constantly delivers quality, good-value-for-money wines is further emphasized by the fact that total sales volumes for Arniston Bay increased by 21.9% according to the latest Nielsen figures*. Arniston Bay is the fourth largest South African wine brand in the UK.

* AC Nielsen MAT 52 weeks Total Off-trade sales by volume w/e 09/08/08

About Arniston Bay

Escape from the hustle and bustle of city life and head for the tranquility of Arniston Bay – an unspoilt coastline that’s synonymous with a care-free lifestyle – simply by filling your glass with the fresh, crisp wine. Inspired by the sunny skies and pristine beaches of the quaint fishing village from which it derives its name, this unpretentious wine is ideal for those carefree, alfresco dining or easy drinking wine occasions – anywhere, anytime.

Arniston Bay is one of the best-selling international brands in the United Kingdom, the Far East and parts of Europe. The range, available in a variety of packaging alternatives, has a multitude of offerings ranging from easy-drinking entry level wines to more sophisticated wines for discerning palates. It is the recipient of many local and international awards and is consistently one of the top selling wines in the UK. For mor details visit www.arniston-bay.com