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Auction #133 begins on 20 Aug 2026

Platter (John) [Signed]

JOHN PLATTER'S BOOK OF SOUTH AFRICAN WINES, 1980 & 1982

Published: John Platter, Cape Town, 1980-1982

Edition: First & second editions

Reserve: $40

Approximately:

Estimate: $50

Bidding opens: 20 Aug 16:30 GMT

Bidding closes: 27 Aug 16:30 GMT

Ships from: South Africa

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1980 edition, 119 pages: illustrations. Skivertex covered boards. Signed and dated (Franschhoek, December 1980) by John Platter.

1982 edition, 154 pages: Skivertex covered boards.


The first two volumes in what has become the definitive guide to South African wines and wine estates. The first guide was published in 1980, and revised in 1982. 

  • Binding Condition: Excellent
  • Overall Condition: Excellent
  • Size: Both 19,5 x 9 cms


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