WIN! Standard Bank WineX 2025 Tickets With The Sandton Times

Three lucky readers could WIN tickets to Standard Bank WineX along with some prizes that’ll pop your cork!

For three nights this October, Sandton will once again raise a collective glass to celebrate the Southern Hemisphere’s most notable wine event.
WineX, proudly sponsored by Standard Bank Private, returns to the Sandton Convention Centre for its 25th year.
The event will transform Africa’s financial hub into a festival of fine wine, sensory delight, and shared passion.
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Picture this: more than 9’000 wine lovers, under one roof, sampling and savoring over 700 wines from 120 exhibitors. From bold reds and crisp whites to sparkling surprises and small-batch boutique vintages, WineX is where the Cape’s rolling vineyards meet Sandton’s skyline – an annual pilgrimage for everyone who believes great wine deserves great company.

It’s been 25 years since WineX first filled the Sandton air with the heady scent of Cabernet, Chardonnay, and celebration. What began as a straightforward tasting event has matured, like a well-aged Bordeaux, into a multi-sensory celebration of wine, art, music, and culture. Today, WineX is more than a tasting – it’s a stage where South Africa’s winemaking craft is showcased in all its glory.

Now, three lucky readers could WIN one of the following prizes, thanks to Standard Bank WineX:
• One lucky reader will win the ultimate WineX experience – a pair of tickets to Standard Bank WineX on Thursday, 30 October 2025, along with a set of elegant Riedel Performance glasses and a magnum (1.5L) of Miraval Rosé from the famed Côtes de Provence in the South of France.
• Two lucky readers will each win an “Awesome Foursome” package – four tickets to Standard Bank WineX on Thursday, 30 October 2025 – because great wine is best enjoyed with great company.

TO ENTER, FOLLOW THESE STEPS:
1. Complete the entry form below and answer the following question: How many years has WineX been running for?
2. Make sure to follow The Sandton Times Hour on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and give the podcast a rating! Also join The Sandton Times WhatsApp Channel to get all the latest news straight to your phone!

Over the years, WineX has mirrored the growth and evolution of the country’s wine industry itself. South African wines have risen to global prominence, earning accolades and admiration from sommeliers and connoisseurs across the world. Yet, for all its international acclaim, WineX keeps things delightfully local – bringing the Cape Winelands to the heart of Gauteng, where wine culture meets cosmopolitan sophistication.

So, what makes WineX 2025 unmissable? Quite simply, everything. Guests can explore an extraordinary line-up of wines representing both household names and rising stars. Expect award-winning cellars that have shaped the legacy of South African winemaking alongside exciting new producers whose limited-edition releases could become tomorrow’s cult classics. Whether you’re chasing the robust character of Stellenbosch reds, the elegance of Elgin Chardonnay, or the coastal minerality of Hemel-en-Aarde whites, there’s a pour for every palate. For those who crave adventure, the boutique stands offer hidden gems waiting to be discovered – the kind of wines that make you wish you’d ordered two cases instead of one.

And yet, WineX is not just for experts. It’s for everyone. From those nervously swirling their first glass to collectors with temperature-controlled cellars, WineX welcomes all with open bottles. It’s a safe space for the curious – where questions are encouraged and enthusiasm is contagious. You can chat directly with winemakers, learn the stories behind the labels, and finally find out whether decanting really makes a difference.

Of course, a great wine show doesn’t end when the glass is empty. WineX makes shopping just as seamless as sipping with its Shop@Show portal, powered by Norman Goodfellows. Every bottle you fall in love with can be purchased right there – at exclusive show prices, with door-to-door delivery after the event. And for those whose taste buds get the better of them (and whose shopping baskets spill over R2’500), there’s a delightful bonus: two exquisite Riedel wine glasses, valued at R500, as a reward for your good taste. This effortless purchasing experience means you can turn inspiration into acquisition – stocking your home cellar or preparing for the festive season while the wine buzz is still fresh.

This year’s Standard Bank WineX takes place from Wednesday 29 October to Friday 31 October 2025 at the Sandton Convention Centre on Maude Street in Sandton. Doors open from 5pm to 9pm, with last entry at 8:30pm. Wednesday evening will be by invitation only for Standard Bank clients and guests, while Thursday and Friday will welcome the public to join in the festivities. Tickets are available through Webtickets, strictly for those aged 18 and older.

Early bird tickets, available until 19 October 2025, are priced at R260 for Thursday 30 October 2025 and R295 for Friday 31 October 2025. From 20 October 2025 and at the door, full-rate tickets will be R290 for Thursday and R375 for Friday. Standard Bank clients can enjoy a discount of up to 30% on their ticket purchases, limited to four tickets per transaction (terms and conditions apply). Additional discounts are also available to members of the Cape Wine Academy, Wine Wizard subscribers, WSET students, sommeliers, and wine clubs under the Friends Of Winex programme.

What truly elevates WineX beyond a tasting event is the atmosphere – a palpable buzz that comes from thousands of people united by a shared love for the grape. The air hums with laughter, clinking glasses, and stories being told over swirls of Merlot and Sauvignon Blanc. Music and art installations punctuate the space, transforming the convention centre into a living, breathing tribute to South Africa’s creative spirit. It’s sophisticated yet relaxed – the kind of evening where you can dress up or wind down, as long as you’re holding a glass and an open mind.

And then there’s the thrill of discovery. That moment when a winemaker pours you something unfamiliar – a wine from a tiny Swartland vineyard, a varietal you’ve never heard of, or a blend that completely surprises you – and you realize this is what WineX is all about: exploration, inspiration, and delight.

In an age of online tastings and virtual masterclasses, there’s still something irreplaceable about tasting wine in person – with the people who made it, surrounded by others who share the same appreciation. WineX isn’t just about consumption; it’s about connection – between winemaker and drinker, between regions and stories, between the old world and the new. It celebrates the diversity and innovation of South Africa’s wine industry while giving enthusiasts a chance to be part of that story, one glass at a time.

For newcomers, it’s an education. For experts, it’s an adventure. For everyone, it’s an experience – one that brings the spirit of the Cape to the pulse of Sandton in the most delicious way imaginable.

For 25 years, WineX has been the definitive date on every wine lover’s calendar. And this year’s milestone promises to be its most unforgettable edition yet. So, mark your diary, gather your friends, and prepare your palate. Because for three unforgettable nights – from 29 to 31 October 2025 – Johannesburg won’t just be South Africa’s business capital. It will be the wine capital of Africa.

Book now via Webtickets and secure your glass at the Southern Hemisphere’s most spectacular wine celebration – Standard Bank WineX 2025.

Competition closes on Friday 24 October 2025.

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