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The TOPS at SPAR Wine Show is back with a bang this June

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From Merlot to Malbec, Pinot Noir to Pinotage, The TOPS at SPAR Wine Show presents South Africa’s top wine labels all under one roof. Back in Durban for its 5th consecutive year the event engages wine lovers of all ages and ilk to try and buy the country’s best bottles directly from wine producers.

Themed The Greatest Show Unearthed for 2016 the event will channel a vintage burlesque experience while expertly blending hundreds of fine wine exhibitors, edu-taining activities, food and festivity between the 2nd and 4th June. Highlights not to be missed include two popular Wine Theatres that present a series of interactive tasting talks hosted by industry experts and wine personalities.

Performance artists add to the jolly atmosphere while visitors are invited to vote for their favourite wine producer in the “People’s Choice Awards” and stand a chance of winning wine for a year.

Tickets can be purchased pre-show for R120 from www.wineshow.co.za or at the door for R140. Price includes a crystal tasting glass, all tastings, access to both Wine Theatres and a map to help navigate the show.

Details:
Dates: Thursday 2nd – Saturday 4th June 2016
Time:
17h00 – 21h00 (Thursday & Friday)
12h00 – 21h00 (Saturday)
Venue: Sibaya, Durban

 

WIN WIN WIN!!!

Stand a chance to win one of two double tickets.
Simply tell us in the comments below what wine best describes your personality and why?

Winners will be drawn on 30 May 2016.

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  1. caitlin borain

    20 May 2016 at 6:24 pm

    A bottle of Crisp and Fruity Rose Sparkling Wine best describes me! Not only does this MCC describe me best because it is pink, but also because I’m always bubbly, playful and energetic. Bubbly much like me, loves to show up at parties and celebrations..There is not a thing a bottle of bubbly cant fix and I feel that is the attitude I take to my day.. trying to put a smile on faces of all the people around me!.

  2. Jodi-Lee Giselle Melrose

    23 May 2016 at 8:15 am

    I am an extra light white wine…I like to think I have a smooth and refreshing personality. You can have lots of me without feeling like you’ve had too much!

  3. Tracey Naidu

    23 May 2016 at 12:22 pm

    Hello,

    Red Wine describe my husband and I the best. The love and
    romance is expressed in the wine just by tasting it with our lips. Red
    wine reminds my husband and I of why we are together and it brings back
    that extra spark in our life.

    When we first tasted the red wine
    he looked into my eyes and said that wine is like the rose powerful and
    beautiful and my heart is like gold comfort and genuine.

    Tasting the wine makes us feel as if we remember our memory like yesterday!

    Holding Thumbs up

  4. Lee Folkard

    23 May 2016 at 8:40 pm

    Merlot. Just like merlot; which is often described as “easy to drink” – I’m easy to get along with ???? Cheers ????

  5. Yadhna Maraj

    24 May 2016 at 4:21 pm

    Rose. Sweet

  6. Sadeshni Naidu

    30 May 2016 at 9:47 am

    I would love to go with my fiance. Red wine just makes perfect memories and the love grow

  7. Yadhna Maraj

    30 May 2016 at 3:14 pm

    Sweet Rose. Much like me, its sweet but it has a lot of depth once you have more than two glasses, some what like my personality once you get to know me. Its also fresh as I am youthful:)

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Award-Winning Tutoring and Extra Lessons with Qualified Teachers

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Quality Tutoring and Extra Lessons That Build Confidence and Results

Every child learns in their own way. Some enjoy the classroom setting, while others benefit from extra time and focused support to strengthen their understanding. Many families also choose extra lessons simply to give their children more confidence and a stronger foundation. That is where Kip McGrath Westville makes a difference. Recognised at the Best of Durban Awards, the centre is trusted across KZN for helping learners grow in both skill and self-belief.

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Barkies: Homemade Pet Treats

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Looking for treats that are genuinely good for your furry (or hoofed!) family members?

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Meet SpongeBob SquarePants at the Pav!

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Meet SpongeBob SquarePants at the Pav! ⭐🍍

Bring the kids and join us for a fun-filled meet & greet with SpongeBob SquarePants.
📅 Saturday, 20 December
⏰ 10:00 – 13:00
📍 Food Court, next to KFC.

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*SpongeBob takes breaks in between.
Plus, don’t miss The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants, showing in cinemas from 26 December! 🎬🍿

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