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Africa: a continent of vast landscapes, ancient soils, and unfolding stories in the world of wine. And yet, when we speak of “serious” wine, our minds so often drift elsewhere, to the comfort of familiar estates and regions we know by heart.
Meanwhile, across these lands, a different narrative is evolving, one marked by resilience and innovation. African wine has existed since the Dutch settlers of Cape Town nearly 400 years ago, but has since been continually underestimated and frequently dismissed. However, rarely has it been truly explored.
Why do we hesitate? Is it loyalty to tradition? Fear of the unfamiliar? Or simply the habit of reaching for what we already know?
Come Monday, we set aside the old maps.
Join us as we journey across this extraordinary continent, tasting great wines that have hitherto been ignored. From regions with deep-rooted traditions to those only just finding their voice, each bottle offers a fresh perspective, not just on African wine, but on the boundaries of the wine world itself.
This is not about replacing the classics. It is about expanding the conversation.
*Maximum 2 tickets per person*
Monday 23rd February 2026
Please arrive outside the venue for 18:55, so we can start promptly for 19:00.
DRESSCODE :
Gentlemen are required to wear:
A tie and fully button-fronted shirt, fastened at the collar.
Ladies are required to wear:
Any of the following equivalent smart dress: Blouse and smart trousers/skirts, shirts, dresses or formal jumpsuits.
The following items are forbidden:
Denim, sweatpants, cargo pants, sports apparel, and trainers.
Admission to our events is conditional on adherence at request of our venue.
If you are unable to attend, you must contact us via email president@ouws.co.uk or via direct message on our Instagram @oxford_uni_wine by 18:00 at latest so that your ticket can be redistributed. Upon failure to notify us, you will be rendered unable to purchase tickets for the remainder of the term.
Location: Vincent’s Club, 1A King Edward St, Oxford OX1 4HS
Africa: a continent of vast landscapes, ancient soils, and unfolding stories in the world of wine. And yet, when we speak of “serious” wine, our minds so often drift elsewhere, to the comfort of familiar estates and regions we know by heart.
Meanwhile, across these lands, a different narrative is evolving, one marked by resilience and innovation. African wine has existed since the Dutch settlers of Cape Town nearly 400 years ago, but has since been continually underestimated and frequently dismissed. However, rarely has it been truly explored.
Why do we hesitate? Is it loyalty to tradition? Fear of the unfamiliar? Or simply the habit of reaching for what we already know?
Come Monday, we set aside the old maps.
Join us as we journey across this extraordinary continent, tasting great wines that have hitherto been ignored. From regions with deep-rooted traditions to those only just finding their voice, each bottle offers a fresh perspective, not just on African wine, but on the boundaries of the wine world itself.
This is not about replacing the classics. It is about expanding the conversation.
*Maximum 2 tickets per person*
Monday 23rd February 2026
Please arrive outside the venue for 18:55, so we can start promptly for 19:00.
DRESSCODE :
Gentlemen are required to wear:
A tie and fully button-fronted shirt, fastened at the collar.
Ladies are required to wear:
Any of the following equivalent smart dress: Blouse and smart trousers/skirts, shirts, dresses or formal jumpsuits.
The following items are forbidden:
Denim, sweatpants, cargo pants, sports apparel, and trainers.
Admission to our events is conditional on adherence at request of our venue.
If you are unable to attend, you must contact us via email president@ouws.co.uk or via direct message on our Instagram @oxford_uni_wine by 18:00 at latest so that your ticket can be redistributed. Upon failure to notify us, you will be rendered unable to purchase tickets for the remainder of the term.
Location: Vincent’s Club, 1A King Edward St, Oxford OX1 4HS