Food & Wine News South Africa

Tops at Spar Wine Show kicks off tour at Montecasino

The Tops at Spar Wine Show is kicking off its 2017 national tour at Montecasino in Johannesburg this year, as it presents its 12th “pourformance” of South Africa's most loved wines and bubbly from 25-27 May.

The wonderful world of wine awaits those who crave a bit of magic and plenty of adventure. After searching the far reaches of the Northern Cape’s dry arid regions and the lush Western Cape’s winelands, the Tops at Spar Wine Show’s selection of the best of the best is sure to entertain your senses in a wine show like no other.

Tops at Spar Wine Show kicks off tour at Montecasino

Wine Theatre makes a comeback

Among signature experiences is the exclusive Café Cru Sparkling Wine Bar hosted by Miguel Chan, head sommelier for the Tsogo Sun group, where visitors can immerse themselves in the glitz and glam that’s synonymous with bubbly. Also on show and back by popular demand, is the interactive and edutaining Wine Theatre. There’s also a range of VIP packages over and above general access this year. Think exclusive and private tastings of premium wines and fine food pairing, VIP lounge access, a special gift, snacks and canapés, etc.

Named the best consumer exhibition in its category at the 2017 AAXO’s Organiser and Exhibitor Awards, this year’s Tops at Spar Wine Show is in a league of its own and encourages all wine lovers, from casual wine drinkers to pros, to taste and buy the country’s best bottles directly from the wine producers at cellar door prices.

Tickets are available online at Ticketpro. General admission is R120 online or R140 at the door. It includes a tasting glass, all tastings and access to the wine theatre and a map to help navigate the show. For prices of all other VIP packages, go to www.wineshow.co.za.

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