Stellenbosch’s acclaimed Eat Out 3-star restaurant Dusk continues to evolve its dining experience with the appointment of George Young as their new head sommelier. The announcement comes at an exciting time for George, following his recent recognition in 2024 as South Africa’s Best Young Sommelier by the South African Sommeliers Association (SASA).  

Read our exclusive Q&A with George here to learn more about his journey to becoming one of the country’s most promising young somms. 

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George succeeds Bafana Zondo, who garnered his own accolades during his time at Dusk, including the prestigious Eat Out Woolworths Wine Service Award in 2023. This succession of talent underscores the restaurant’s commitment to maintaining exceptional wine service as a cornerstone of its dining experience. 

The Dusk team shared the following on Instagram: “We are excited to have such a reliable and forward-thinking individual like George take the helm of our wine program. His plans to refresh and elevate our wine and beverage offerings are already underway, and we can’t wait to see the connections he will help forge between our guests and the world of wine.”   

 

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Experience George’s expertly curated wine pairings at Dusk by booking your table online. 

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