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	The first time I went to South Africa was 1997, not long after Nelson Mandela was elected as president. I still have vivid memory of the visit - the spectacular scenery, incredible wildlife, enthusiasm of people and not least my first experience tasting wine at cellar doors. Since then, I have been back to the country for more than a dozen of times and mostly in the Cape Winelands. For the first eight years or so, wine regions were focused on Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Paarl and Constantia. We would go to Elgin for apples and pears, Hermanus for whales and Swartland area for wildflowers rather than wine. So much has changed in the last 10-15 years! Today, passionate young winemakers stand alongside established producers, new cool climate regions add sparkles to the classic regions, and wine made from old vines complements aged wine. Above all, wineries embrace sustainability and take great care of the environment. I can’t think of any wine country that has taken such a big leap forward as South Africa. I discovered Swartland and white blends in CapeWine 2012, and then cool climate wine from Hemel-en-Aarde and Elgin in CapeWine 2015. At CapeWine 2018, the surprise was the Old Vine Project and the new style of Pinotage that is more akin to Pinot Noir. This year, South Africa is celebrating its 360 years of winemaking history and 25 years of democracy. Come toast to the country's duo anniversary at the annual tasting on 12th April (Friday), and find out for yourselves why international critics are praising South African wine. For more information, visit www.wosa.hk; Like and follow us at Facebook page WOSAHK. Sommeliers: Please join the WOSA Sommelier Cup 2019

Discover South Africa Annual tasting

Join us at this wine discovery journey, raved by guests as a tasting full of vibes and enthusiasm. Try wines from the classic to new regions, and from established winemakers to young guns. Bring your friends and enjoy our South African hospitality!

Date: 12th April 2019 (Friday)

Venue: The Park Lane Hong Kong (Causeway Bay)

Trade session: 1:00-5:00pm (by invitation only)

Consumer session: 6:00-10:00pm

Tickets:

HK$275/person for wine pass, or

HK$475/person for wine and food pass (include two delicious South Africa tapas platters).

All tickets include free wine tasting, $200 The Park Lane Hong Kong dining vouchers and a WOSA outdoor glass

Online ticket sales: https://www.eventhk.com/event/dsa2019/

Early bird tickets: until 31st March (wine pass: $248/person; wine and food pass:$448/person)

Enquiries: Info@eventhk.com

	Chef Chantel Dartnall botanical cuisine at SKYE

	Voted the Best Lady Chef in the World 2017, award-winning South African chef Chantel Dartnall famously combines her classical French training with her love of nature and is well known for creating the art of nature on her plates, with delightful botanical dishes. Come enjoy a unique dining experience that engages all your senses – taste, smell, texture, touch and mouth-feel, and accompanied by some of the finest South Africa wine. 11th April (Thursday): 8-course, 9-wine dinner presented by wine’n'things 14th April (Sunday); 6-course, 8-wine Sunday lunch presented by Watson’s Wine 12th and 13th April (Friday and Saturday): SKYE lunch and dinner menu

Enjoy South African wine in town

Discover the quality and diversity of South Africa wine throughout the month of April. Visit these participating restaurants, bars, retailers and wine clubs for some fantastic offers! Bookmark our website for the latest participant list.

Restaurants:

Africa Coffee & Tea, Wong Chuk Hang: Villiera Tradition Brut MCC by the glass, Meerlust & Hartenberg large formats for sale
Café Renaissance, Renaissance Hong Kong Harbour View Hotel, Wanchai: South African Grilled Specialities paired with South African wines
Chilli Fagara, Central: Wine of the Month
Duddell’s, Central: Hidden Gems South African wine pairing menu with South African abalone
Dynasty, Renaissance Hong Kong Harbour View Hotel, Wanchai: South African abalone Delicacies paired with South African wines
Ebb & Flow, The Park Lane Hong Kong, Causeway Bay: Wine by the glass and bottle promotion, Buy one get one free happy hour
Hebe Haven Yacht Club, Sai Kung: Bellingham Homestead Series Wine of the Month
Hoi King Heen, InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong, Tsimshatsui East: Wine pairing menu, Wine by the glass and by bottle selection
Holy Eats 好易食: Wine of the Month
La Cabane Wine Bistro, Central: Wine of the Month with Chicken Piri Piri pairing dish
La Serre, Kwun Tong: Ken Forrester Wine of the Month
Ladies’ Recreational Club, Central: Ken Forrester Chenin Blanc flight
Le Bistro WineBeast, Wanchai: Wine of the Month, Bellingham wine dinner on 10th April
Les Saveurs, Wanchai: Ken Forrester Wine of the Month
Mirage Bar & Restaurant, Renaissance Hong Kong Harbour View Hotel, Wanchai: South African wine promotion
Mr Wolf, Central: Journey's End Wine by the glass
Old Bailey, Central: Unique South African hipsters wine flight under $300
Open Oyster, Tsimshatsui East: Wine of the Month
Oyster Talks Seafood & Wine Bar, Hartenberg Chardonnay Wine of the glass
PONG ifc, Central: Wine of the Month
PONG Knutsford, Tsimshatsui: Wine of the Month
PONG Midtown, Causeway Bay: Wine of the Month
Pop Street, Sai Ying Pun: Wine of the Month with food combo (Peri peri Chicken, Bunny Chow)
SKYE Dining, The Park Lane Hong Kong, Causeway Bay: Wine by the glass, wine pairing menu, guest chef Chantel Dartnall from 11th-14th April
The Coffee Academics, Johnston Road, Wanchai: Wine of the Month
The Stoep at High Tide, Lantau: South African wine pairing dish
Toripon, Causeway Bay: Wine of the Month
Upton Bistro & Bar, Popway Hotel, Tsimshatsui: Bellingham Tree Series Happy hour
Wooloomooloo Prime, Tsimshatsui: Klein Constantia Wine of the Month
Wooloomooloo Steakhouse, Tsimshatsui East: Klein Constantia Wine of the Month
Wooloomooloo Steakhouse, Wanchai: Klein Constantia Wine of the Month
ZUMA, Central: Wine of the Month

Retailers:

Foodwise: 25% discount on Longridge wine
Jasons: Special promotion of Journey's End
La Cabane Wine Cellar, Central: 10% discount of all South African wine
Market Place by Jason: Special promotion of Journey's End
Mini Store Company, Kennedy Town: Special offer on selected South African wine
Oliver’s The Delicatessen, Central: Special offer on selected South African wine
SOGO, Causeway Bay: Promotional offer on selected South African wine
Three-Sixty: Special promotion of Journey's End
Vino 1855 Wines Company, Sai Wan Ho: Special offer on selected South African wine

Watson’s Wine: Special offer on selected South Africa wine

Online shops:

Berry Bros & Rudd: 10% discount of all South African wine
Brix: Promotional offer
Kerry Wines: Promotional offer
Montrose Fine Wines: Bouchard Finlayson promotional offer, buy 12 get 1 free
MyiCellar: Weekly promotional offer
The Flying Winemaker: Promotional offer
The SAFFA: Promotional offer
Victoria Wines: 15% discount on all South African wine
Wine Shop Asia: 10% discount on Journey's End wine. A further 10% off on purchase over $900
wine’n’things: Promotional offer, Chef Chantel wine dinner on 11th April
WineView: Promotional offer

WOSA Sommelier Cup 2019 Asia online examination opens

WOSA is pleased to announce the fourth running of WOSA Sommelier Cup Competition, held once every three year. The competition is open to sommeliers all over the world. Finalists will be invited to South Africa to compete for the Sommelier Cup title.

Click here for more information and registration.

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