Africa have until 5 June 2026 to submit their entries. The Diners Club Winelist Awards remain one of the most respected hospitality awards in South Africa, setting the standard for excellence in wine selection and service.
The Diners Club Winelist Awards, which have celebrated the country’s finest wine lists for over three decades, have become a benchmark for excellence. Highly regarded by both the restaurant and wine industries, these prestigious annual awards recognise and reward establishments that continually elevate the quality of their wine offerings.
Each year, they present restaurants with a valuable opportunity to showcase expertly assembled wine lists, gain industry
recognition, enhance their prestige, and attract discerning diners.
The panel of judges, comprising a unique mix of leading talents and voices in the wine, food, and hospitality industries,
is dedicated to ensuring every participating restaurant receives a fair opportunity to compete for one of the industry’s most sought-after accolades, ranging from Silver to Gold, Platinum, Diamond, and the premium Icon category.
Introduced in 2018, the Icon Award is reserved for restaurants that not only meet the criteria for a Diamond List but also
demonstrate an exceptional international wine offering, impressive wines across multiple categories, a distinguished
reserve or vintage selection, and a deep interest in wine curation, supported by a dedicated full-time sommelier. These
wine lists carry true international stature and represent the pinnacle of wine presentation.
The awards categories and competition requirements align with global market trends and reflect Diners Club’s
commitment to service excellence in the hospitality and tourism industries.
The results of the 2026 Diners Club Winelist Awards will be announced in August 2026 and published on the Diners Club website and nationally in the media.
To enter the 2026 Diners Club Winelist Awards and get all the relevant information, please visit:
https://www.dinersclub.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/DC_Wine-List-Awards_Entry-Form-2026.pdf
https://www.instagram.com/dinersclubsa/
https://www.facebook.com/DinersClubSA
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