WeeklySA_AdminTROPHY WINE SHOW IN JOZI
The Trophy Wine Show is to host the 2023 public tastings in both Johannesburg and Cape Town once again.
Wine lovers will be spoilt for choice with at least 110 wines of distinction – the silver, gold and trophy winning wines and some museum class winners (to show that SA wines age well) – on show for these single night tastings in each city. Highlights will be the Best White and Best Red Wines of Show, the International Judges’ trophy winner, the Best Old Vine Wine, the Discovery of the Show (best value wine) and Best Premium Wine – in addition to the plethora of category winners. These winners were selected from nearly 700 wines judged by an esteemed panel which included the world’s most renowned wine critic, Jancis Robinson MW OBE.Undoubtedly, the show’s other highlight will be announcement of “the Most Successful Producer” on June 8, along with the full set of the 2023 results from the competition.
The Sandton chapter of the takings take place at Sandton Convention Centre (Bill Gallagher Room), Maude Street, Sandton, on June 14, from 17:00 to 21:00 (no entry after 20:30). Tickets available at webtickets, costing R220 for Early Bird bookings until 9 June; R250 thereafter. Subject to availability, tickets at the door cost R290. Tickets are limited, and include the sampling of all wines and the tasting glass to take home. Light meals for sale.
The Cape Town leg of the show takes place at CTICC 2 (Hall 8), corner Heerengracht & Rua Bartholomeu Dias, Foreshore Cape Town on June 21, from 17:00 to 21:00 (no entry after 20:30)
TASTE WINES IN DURBS
The Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Award evening of wine tasting of various South African premium wine brands at the Southern Sun at Garden Court uMhlanga in Durban starts tonight and ends tomorrow.
Guests will be able to network with winemakers from the various wineries, including Vondeling, The Johannesburg Distilling Company, Bon Courage, Thor Vintners, Le Pommier; Mountain Ridge, Premier Pure Fusion, Holden Manz, Nitida, Aslina Wines, De Bosch Farm, Durbanville Hills, Nederburg, Simonsig, Private Collection, Niel Joubert Wines, Hoopenburg Wines, Lourensford Wines and Babylonstoren Wines.
The Garden Court uMhlanga is situated on corner Aurora Drive and Centenary Boulevard in Umhlanga Rocks. The event starts and ends at 9pm.
WINE BY THE RIVERBANK
The Cellar Rats Winter Wine Festival will be showcasing new wines at this year’s show to be held at Riversands Farm Village in Midrand, north of Johannesburg, on June 3. Riversands Farm Village is situated on Rose Road, Riversands. Tickets cost R240 via Computicket. The show starts at 12noon. Guests will enjoy an afternoon of wine tasting along the riverbank, conducted by a host of producers and who will be presenting a variety of wines, bubbles, craft gin, deli products and more for your enjoyment. Kids entertainment area is available (entrance is R60 per child).
No cooler boxes, picnic baskets or braai will be permitted as food, soft drinks, water and alcoholic beverages will be on sale through the Riversands stalls. Bring along your camping chairs, blankets, umbrellas or gazebos for shade. Set up a spot along the riverbank and enjoy the food and wine that will be available. Event is a dog friendly event, as long as the pet stays on the leash.
WINE & FOOD MARKET IN KZN
The Country Market Food & Wine Festival 2023 takes place in Pinetown in KwaZulu-Natal today and tomorrow.
The venue is Camp Orchards, Inanda Rd, Pinetown NU, Hillcrest. Tickets cost R30. Organisers promise visitors to the show a weekend of indulgence, entertainment and fun. They say be ready to sample the finest gourmet food, local produce, baked goods, cured meats, sweets and crafted confections from our exceptional vendors.
Attractions include an array of exciting activities to keep the whole family entertained by live music
from local artists while sipping exquisite wine from top-rated vineyards. Kids’ entertainment options include face-painting, games and more.
WINE TASTING IN MBOMBELA
The Unwined Food and Wine Show returns to Mbombela Golf Club in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, for its annual showcase tomorrow.
More than 25 of South Africa’s best wine farms will be present at the annual event – offering wines to be enjoyed in a relaxed outdoor atmosphere and against the backdrop of live music. Food will also be available. Tickets cost between R180 (general admission) and R250.
WINE AT CASALINGA
Casalinga Country Estate will play host to the annual Groves and Vineyards Festival on the sprawling lawns of the West Rand venue on Sunday.
Visitors will be treated to fine wines from 45 wine estates, including bubbles, beer, gin, olives, cheese, and artisanal foods, as well as live music from some of South Africa’s top bands. The festival provides a relaxed setting in the serene Muldersdrift countryside where the whole family can come and enjoy the sunshine. Children under 3 are free and are welcome. There will be a supervised area for them to play while parents can leisurely enjoy all the festival has to offer. The event starts at 10am. Tickets cost between R120 and R1 000. The festival will run over two days with tickets available via Casalinga.co.za with limited tickets at the gate.
VAAL WINE EXPO
The Vaal Wine & Spirit Expo returns for its annual showing on the picturesque banks of the Vaal River on June 3.
Tickets cost R300, gates open at 12noon.
The venue is Stonehaven on Vaal, next to Old Baddrift Bridge, Vaal River, Vanderbijlpark. Visitors will enjoy unlimited wine tasting and swirl, sniff and sip great SA wines while cruising down Millionaires Mile on a luxury cruiser. There is a pleasant walkway along the river bank between the two venues where you can enjoy meandering freely between all the different wine tasting stalls from one venue to the other.
Guests will receive a 30-minute Vaal River Cruise voucher OR a R50 food voucher, including access to food stalls, kiddies play area, restaurant and bar. Tickets limited to 2 000 tickets.
BEER FEST IN PRETORIA
This year, the Capital Craft Beer Festival celebrates its 10 th anniversary with another annual froth whoopee at the Pretoria National Botanical Gardens on June 17.
The event will be uniting both beer and music lovers in the beautiful surroundings of the park.
This year’s festival will feature the country’s favourite craft brewers, an abundance of entertainment for all musical tastes and a diverse selection of food will be on offer.
Brewers include Agar’s Brewery, Cape Brewing Company, Devil’s Peak Beer Company, Jack Black’s Brewing Company, Mad Giant, Mohope, The Kennel Brewery, Tokolazi Craft Beer and more. Tickets cost from R60 to R400.
