Indeed, and until the beginning of this month, the internationally released Louis XIII Smart Decanter  has ushered in the future of drinking in South Africa.

Equipped with a smart NFC chip integrated in the cork stopper, the Smart Decanter opens up an exclusive world of privileges to Mzansi customers, with a mere touch on their NFC-enabled smartphones. Each decanter directly connects clients to the LOUIS XIII Society, a private club where members can enjoy exclusive content, unique experiences and personalised services through their smartphones.

Explaining the concept, Ludovic du Plessis, Louis XIII Global Executive Director, says: “As part of our latest attempt to offer our customers the very best experiences, every Louis XIII Smart Decanter  features a smart solution.”

It’s safe to say that with the Louis XIII Smart Decanters , we’re not just be thinking – but also drinking – a century ahead!

During this evening, the six bartenders from Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban took the stage to make their special signature Rémy Martin cocktails and talk through the inspiration behind it. At the end of the night, George Hunter from Marble in Johannesburg won the first prize, with second place going to David van Zyl from Cause & Effect in Cape Town, and Ryan Ontong from Gorgeous George, also in Cape Town, coming in third.

In October, George will be flying out to France to compete at the Remy Martin Bartender Talent Academy and represent South Africa against the world’s best bartenders nation-wide. George is a true mixologist at heart and we have no doubt he will truly represent South Africa well in France. This is the third year that Remy Martin has run its global Bartender Talent Academy, the first which was won by South Africa’s very own Julian Sohrt from Sin + Tax.

With that, Remy Martin would love for you to join them as they shortlist entries received at the Joburg Regional Finals event on 26 July 2019. Not only will you get to see the regional finalist before anyone else, Remy Martin will also have their exciting products on display and for sampling as well as a few surprises in store on the evening.

To enter, all you need to do is head to the entry form below for up to three chances at winning. One reader will  receive five tickets to the Remy Producers Joburg Regional Finals PLUS a bottle of Remy Martin 1738 Fine Champagne Cognac valued at over R1000. Good luck!

Terms and Conditions:

Entries are handled through the entry form only as directed above. Comments are no longer accepted as valid methods of entry. Your email address is required so we can get in touch with you if you win, but it will not be given to third parties.

Competition is open to all residents of South Africa, 18 or older! Sorry, we don’t make this rule (we hate excluding anyone).

Winners will be chosen randomly. One (1) winner will receive five (5) tickets to the Remy Producers JHB Regional Finals and one (1) bottle of Remy Martin 1738 Fine Champagne Cognac (750ml) valued at over R1000. The tickets are priceless.

If you are chosen, you will be notified by email. Winners must respond within 24 hours of being contacted. If you do not respond within that period, another winner will be chosen. Make sure that the account you use to enter the contest includes your real name and a contact email. We do not track any of this information for marketing or third-party purposes.

This experience is purely for promotional giveaway. Remy Martin and TWFLD/ SVA Agency are not held liable to honour exchanges or customer service.

Entries can be submitted until July 25th at 11:59AM . Good luck!