ORATE B A L L O C S IE R E IN W A S RIA E IG N IN N IO IT IB H X E ON The South African wine industry’s first business-to-business exhibition was hosted recently in Nigeria by Wines of South Africa (WOSA) in partnership with the South African High Commission. Nigeria is one of South Africa’s biggest markets for wines on the continent with 15% volumes sold in 2011 and its wine market is valued at around US$300 million a year. The two-day event held at the luxury Federal Palace Hotel on Victoria Island attracted capacity crowds, from importers to well-heeled consumers interested to experience what is new in wines from their own continent. While the first day was reserved for trade, the second day was opened to the public. Market Manager of WOSA for Africa and America, Matome Mbatha, said the occasion was an opportunity for Nigerian trade to experience a mix of large-scale and smaller boutique producer offerings from South Africa. He said it was critical that WOSA develop the presence of
South African wines in Nigeria’s key metropolitan cities to maintain visibility. “Delegates were impressed by the quality and stylistic diversity of what they tasted. We used the platform to highlight that our wines originate in ancient soils and that our wealth of biodiversity makes it possible to produce a vast array of wines and wine styles. Trade, media and consumers were so responsive to the wines on offer that our intention is to arrange several more of these events to raise the profile of South Africa as a producer of prestige and premium wines”, Mbatha added.
The coveted bottle item was recently handed over to McEvoy during an official event at Melrose Arch Johnnie Walker’s One Bottle Liquor Store in Johannesburg. This exclusive and contemporary Blended Scotch Whisky has been created for the ‘new whisky set’ to enjoy at their exclusive and intimate gatherings. Explaining the making of the whisky, Beveridge says, “This is an intense, smooth and contemporary blend, crafted from some of our most treasured whiskies, for those who know what they want in life – especially from their whiskies. Like the rare and precious metal after which it is named, Johnnie Walker Platinum Label is rich and refined, delivering the distinctive depth and complexity that is synonymous with Johnnie Walker. In fact, I believe that if
The Annual Mzansi Fela Festival This fun, exciting and entertaining arts extravaganza event of the year is getting bigger and better. Since its inception in 2007, the festival is regarded as the training ground for upcoming artists as well as a platform for established artists and is testimony to the festive spirit of Tshwane. The festival features music, dance, theatre, poetry and comedy performed only by local artists. The festival will once again take place at the South African State Theatre in Pretoria from Saturday, 01 December 2012 to Wednesday, 12 December.
The City of Ekurhuleni Jazz Picnic This is the perfect pre-Christmas celebratory gift for Jazz lovers showcasing some of the best contemporary and jazz sounds from across the country. The line up of includes Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse, Kwani Experience, Mpumi Dlamini, Malaika and more artists will be on the musical menu for the day as well. Bring a picnic basket and the whole family and all your friends to relax after a long year of hard work while listening to some smooth Jazz tunes. The Ekurhuleni Jazz event will take place on 16 December at the Dries Niemand Picnic Grounds in Kempton Park.
Market Manager of WOSA, Matome Mbatha
um Platin alker W Johnnie R76 000 r o ns f o cti u A Label The first bottle of the newly launched Johnnie Walker Platinum Label signed by Master Blender, Jim Beveridge, was auctioned for R76 000 and Lyall McEvoy was the winning bidder.
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John Walker were to create a Whisky today, Johnnie Walker Platinum Label would be the result.” All proceeds raised from the auction will be donated to the non-profit organisation, South Africans Against Drunk Driving.
Jozifest, Festival Jozifest is a new up and coming twoday festival which will surely be one of the highlights of entertainment in the Johannesburg region. Live acts include 11 International musicians and over 40 of South Africa’s most renowned artists. Names such as Grooverider, Sub Zero, Heist, Funtcase, Jenna G, Krafty MC, Felon, Junior Red, Eligh and Scarub will be performing in the heart of Jozi. Other attractions include the Jozifest Market featuring loads of awesome stalls from retailers to mouth-watering food as well as the Jozifest Carnival and Art/Design/ Video/Photography Exhibition featuring many South Africa’s best artists. The Festival will be held at the Town Hall, The Woods, Carfax, MASH, Two Street Stages and Carr Street in Newtown from Sunday, 03 February to Monday, 04 February.
Randfontein Show This is all about fun, food and entertainment. According to the event organisers this year’s show is going to be even better than the previous ones. The Randfontein Show is a family orientated event catering for people from all walks of life. Four entertainment stages, delicious food stalls, wine, olive and cheese tent and deli-corner, beer garden, funfair, several adrenalin pumping rides and entertainment from South Africa’s top performers - make this is a value for money family show and one of the favourites on the Gauteng event calendar. Johnnie Walker Marketing Manager Jody Daniels is handing a bottle of Johnnie Walker Platinum Label to the winning bidder, Lyall Mc Evoy for R76 000.
The show will be held at the Greenhills Sport Stadium, Homestead Avenue in Randfontein from Thursday, 28 February to Sunday, 03 March.
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