Mine, Wine & Dine Gala Dinner
Saturday 7 February 2026 | Mount Nelson, Cape Town On the eve of the Mining Indaba
A Night to Celebrate Mining, Winemaking & Innovation.
Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the best of Africa’s mining and wine industries. The first annual Mine, Wine & Dine Gala brings together trailblazers, artisans, and innovators to honour excellence, enjoy exclusive tastings, and savour a night of fine dining and live entertainment. It’s the perfect occasion to connect with industry leaders, toast to achievement, and experience a celebration like no other.
Unforgettable Wine Experience
Our objective is to facilitate a meaningful exchange between distinguished leaders in the mining sector and esteemed figures from the wine industry.
The evening will commence with a blind tasting, designed to identify the finest wines across the cultivars represented by the participating winemakers.
Each table, reserved by a mining industry participant, will be accompanied by a dedicated winemaker who will personally oversee the pairing of their curated wine selection with each course of the evening’s fine dining experience.
An Exceptional Culinary Experience
Indulge in a five-course culinary journey crafted by acclaimed chefs. Guests will be treated to a meticulously curated menu that showcases their signature creativity, local ingredients, and world-class flair—an unforgettable gastronomic experience to complement an evening of fine wine and celebration.
Awards Function and Live Entertainment
Throughout the evening, we will honour exceptional individuals and outstanding achievements within both the mining and wine industries.
The programme will be enhanced by a curated selection of live performances, designed to elevate the atmosphere and sustain a sense of anticipation. The event will conclude with an exclusive cigar and whisky experience, providing an ideal setting for meaningful engagement among peers and industry contemporaries.
Mining Awards
Discovery of the Year · Deal Maker · Investor of the Year · Best CEO · Lifetime Achievement · Emerging Star · Consulting Company · Drilling Company · Industry Disruptor · Mining Veteran
Wine Awards
Top Sauvignon Blanc · Top Chenin Blanc · Top Chardonnay · Top Merlot · Top Cabernet Sauvignon · Top Red Blend