WeeklySA_AdminThrongs of Gauteng wine lovers have been flocking to Winex, South Africa’s premier consumer wine show currently taking place at Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg, since Wednesday. The three-day event boasts a grand showcase of 140 award-winning cellars, smaller boutique brands, a range of artisanal food as well as bespoke accessory suppliers.
The event ends tonight and tickets are available via Webtickets at R345 per person. Standard Bank clients will receive a discount of up to 30% on their ticket purchase, limited to four tickets per transaction. PHOTOS: ROBERT MAGWAZA
EVENTS
STEENBERG GARDEN PARTY
Steenberg Vineyards brings the annual Steenberg Garden Party to be hosted at the beautiful Beechwood Gardens in Sandton on November 16.
Guests will enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the venue’s sprawling gardens, whilst tasting Steenberg wines paired with delectable treats from the harvest table. Live music, ample seating and lounge areas will keep everyone entertained and relaxed for the duration of the afternoon. The day is all about fine wines, relaxation, rejuvenation and breezy life.
Ticket prices cost R850 per person via Quicket, and include wine tastings, decadent harvest table, entertainment, gift and a branded Steenberg glass to take home. Beechwood Gardens, 25 Christopherson Street, Sandton. The Beechwood Gardens is situated on 25 Christopherson Street. The event will start at 2pm.
VERITAS TASTING IN DURBAN
The Durban tasting of the Veritas award-winning wines and brandies takes place at Deloitte offices, Umhlanga Ridge, on November 7.
Veritas is a prestigious wine competition for market-ready wines that annually grants wine aficionados across the country a chance to taste the top winning wines and brandies.
Wine enthusiasts can get themselves ready to experience Veritas double gold and gold medal wines and brandies – all to be tasted under one roof. Veritas is South Africa’s oldest wine show for bottled wines aimed as a guideline for consumers.
Deloitte offices are situated on The Skye, Vuna Close, Umhlanga Ridgeside, from 17h00. Tickets cost R220 via Quicket, include wine, and brandy tasting, and a glass.
WINE & SPIRITS FEST JOBURG
After a stint in Cape Town and Durban, the International Spirits & Wine Festival will be held in Johannesburg on November 9.
Theevent will be held at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec Road. Tickets cost R180 per person.
Revellers are invited to indulge in an exquisite journey of taste and elegance, involving a showcase of the finest spirits and wines from around the globe. From captivating tastings guided by experts to exclusive seminars that unlock the secrets of one’s favourite libations, there’s something for everyone.
Guests will be able to mingle with top industry professionals while discovering hidden gems among the booths, where you can purchase your newfound favourites to savour at home. Explore themed stands and savour gourmet food pairings amid live music or unwind at the exclusive chill lounge Gates open at 3pm and the event ends at midnight.
JOBURG WHISKYLIVE
Whisky Live is the largest one-stop tasting and shopping experience showcasing 200 international and local labels annually.
Celebrating 22 years this year, the show will be hosted at The Firs in Rosebank, Johannesburg from November 7 to 9.
General access tickets afford visitors to the Whisky Live entrance to the tasting hall and includes 18 tasting tokens. They cost R495 via TicketPro. And VIP tickets, costing R1 995 a person, will provide access to exclusive seating and premium service throughout the night. This ticket will include 22 tasting tokens. Top-up stations will be available to purchase more tokens.
Meanwhile general access and masterclass combo tickets, costing R995 a person, will allow access to the tasting hall and a master class and will include 18 tasting tokens.
POLOKWANE GIN FEST
The SA Gin Society will be hosting the Schweppes Polokwane Gin Festival at Meropa Casino and Entertainment World in the Limpopo town on November 9.
The outdoor event forms part of the SA Gin Society’s mission to bring world-class gin to every corner of the country. The organisers promise the Schweppes Polokwane Gin Festival to be an unforgettable day out with friends and family.
Guests can expect a wide variety of craft gin brands, amazing food trucks and live entertainment.
The festival ticket includes three gin tasting tokens which guests may redeem from any of the gin vendors at the festival.
Tickets cost R280. Cooler Boxes, Folding Chairs, Picnic Basket and Gazebos are allowed. Food and beverages will be sold inside. – Compiled by Len Maseko
