Our Story.
Welcome to SAWi, founded in 2006 by Izak Smit, a former diplomat and co-author of South African Wines: Terroir & Travel, to bring clarity and credibility to a crowded wine world.
Back then, one gold sticker could sell a bottle. But he knew real excellence should be repeatable. SAWi set a standard rooted in data analytics, industry expertise, and consumer insights.
Now, supported by nearly 400 wineries and over 730 certified wines annually, SAWi has grown into a national benchmark trusted by collectors, sommeliers, and producers alike.
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Now, supported by nearly 400 wineries and over 730 certified wines annually, SAWi has grown into a national benchmark trusted by collectors, sommeliers, and producers alike.
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