Remgro's interest was first reported by Johannesburg-based newspaper Business Day. The South African investment company, controlled by billionaire Johann Rupert, has a 15.6% stake in Capevin, according to data complied by Bloomberg. Capevin is an investment holding company for a group of companies which distill, mature, refine and distribute spirits and wines. Stellenbosch, South Africa-based Distell said August 19 that full-year sales growth by volume accelerated as a focus on pricing and an increase in outlets helped offset flagging consumer demand in its home market.