TOP 100 Wines + Chefs

At Top 100 Wines + Chefs, we’ll be pulling corks on close to 200 medal-winning wines from the Latvia’s Wine of the Year 2026 competition — Gold and Silver Champagnes, whites, reds and fortified wines from across the globe.

Ready? There will be masterclasses led by Andrew Jefford, Aigars Nords and other big names. There will be standout dishes from Latvia’s best chefs, a bit of showmanship, and good music with support from Pink Noise Riga. And yes — there will also be special dinners throughout the week. We’ll reveal those a little later.

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The idea behind the Parade

To offer the chance to taste and discover up to 200 of the best wines imported into Latvia, all awarded Gold and Silver medals in the Latvian Wine of the Year competition. Please note that, alongside the competition laureates, importers will also be pouring a few additional stars from their wider portfolios.

To showcase — and taste — the work of Latvia’s finest restaurants and chefs: dishes and snacks included.

To educate, inspire and grow wine culture through masterclasses led by leading sommeliers and internationally recognised experts.

Entry is strictly 18+.

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How does it work?

Each guest will receive:

• a glass (for use during the event only) 🥂
• a festival catalogue with the full line-up of wines available at the event 📖

Then it’s over to you — stroll from table to table, try something you haven’t met before, taste everything in order or stick to your favourites, join the masterclasses, enjoy what the chefs are serving, and let the music and the company do the rest.

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When, where, what time?

• 🗓️ 21 November 2026
• 📍 Hanzas Perons
• 🕔 17:00–21:00 — Top 100 Wines + Chefs, aka the Great Wine & Chefs Parade
• 🕘 21:00–23:00 — Gala Party BYOB, a party where you’re warmly invited to bring along your favourite bottles

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What’s included in the Parade ticket price?

As always, the wines are included in the ticket price, while masterclasses, restaurant dishes and chef creations will be available for a symbolic extra fee.