VENU’s Roth’s Sea & Steak Recognized Among the Best Wine Programs in The Americas

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Venu Holding Corporation ("VENU" or the "Company") (NYSE American: VENU), owner, operator, and developer of premium entertainment and hospitality destinations, is proud to announce that its fine dining restaurant Roth’s Sea & Steak has received a Silver Star in the Best Newcomer List category of the Star Wine List of The Year 2026 International Open - The Americas, an international competition that spotlights the world’s most compelling wine destinations and thoughtfully curated wine lists.

In addition to the Silver Star, the Colorado destination received a Bronze Star in the Best Medium-Sized List – The Americas category.

Star Wine List, often regarded as the Michelin Guide of wine, recognizes newly opened restaurants in its Best Newcomer List - The Americas category that demonstrate exceptional vision, quality, and execution from day one. Finalist recognition places Roth’s Sea & Steak among a select group of new destinations across North and South America recognized for thoughtful wine curation and a standout guest experience. Roth’s was named alongside Silver Star recipient Gnomo Vinhos, São Paulo, Brazil, and Gold Star recipient, Café Vivant, Menlo Park, California.

“When we built the wine program at Roth’s, we wanted it to feel thoughtful from the beginning, not just impressive on paper,” said Jeroen Erens, General Manager and Wine Director at Roth’s Sea & Steak. “We put a lot of focus on small estates and winemakers who are doing things the right way, especially those committed to organic and sustainable practices. That naturally led us to limited production bottles that are genuinely hard to find, along with a few selections guests can only enjoy here, like our custom Roth’s Founders Cut. Every wine earns its place for its quality, but also for the story behind it, the people, the history, and the craftsmanship in every vintage. Being named a finalist by Star Wine List is a tremendous honor and a meaningful reflection of the passion our team brings to the dining room every night.”

Roth’s Sea & Steak, featuring Brohan’s lounge, opened in November 2025 and has quickly become a standout dining destination in Colorado. The luxury experience pairs a curated menu of prime steaks, fresh seafood, and crafted cocktails with sensational view of the Rocky Mountains and the Pollstar-nominated Ford Amphitheater. Michelin-trained Executive Chef Ricky Biswas and General Manager Jeroen Erens bring more than 15 years of global fine dining experience to the table.

Star Wine List is an international wine guide and awards platform founded by sommeliers to spotlight the world’s most compelling wine destinations. Through its global guides and annual awards, it has become a respected reference within the hospitality industry for recognizing excellence in wine curation and service.

The Best Newcomer List - The Americas category is judged by an internationally respected panel of wine professionals, including Julie Dupouy Young, four-time Best Sommelier in Ireland and third place finisher at the 2016 ASI Best Sommelier of the World competition, Jonathan Gouveia, Master Sommelier, and Stefan Neumann, Master Sommelier.

For more information, visit rothsseaandsteak.com and follow along on Instagram at @rothsseaandsteak.

About Venu Holding Corporation

Venu Holding Corporation ("VENU") (NYSE American: VENU) is a premier owner, developer, and operator of luxury, experience-driven entertainment destinations. Founded by Colorado Springs entrepreneur J.W. Roth, VENU has a portfolio of premium brands that includes Ford Amphitheater, Sunset Amphitheaters, Phil Long Music Hall, The Hall at Bourbon Brothers, Bourbon Brothers Smokehouse and Tavern, Aikman Owners Clubs, and Roth’s Sea & Steak. With venues operating and in development across Colorado, Georgia, Oklahoma, and Texas and a nationwide expansion underway, VENU is setting a new standard for live entertainment.

VENU has been recognized nationally by The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Billboard, VenuesNow, and Variety for its innovative and disruptive approach to live entertainment. Through strategic partnerships with industry leaders such as AEG Presents, NFL Hall of Famer and Founder of EIGHT Elite Light Beer, Troy Aikman, Billboard, Aramark Sports + Entertainment, Tixr, Boston Common Golf, Niall Horan, and Dierks Bentley, VENU continues to shape the future of the entertainment landscape. For more information, visit VENU’s website, Instagram, LinkedIn, or X.

About Roth’s Sea & Steak:

Roth’s Sea & Steak is a luxury dining destination in Colorado Springs overlooking the iconic Ford Amphitheater, created by entrepreneur J.W. Roth and owned and operated by Venu Holding Corporation (“VENU”) (NYSE American: VENU). Opened in November 2025, the fine dining restaurant offers prime steaks, fresh seafood, and expertly crafted cocktails, delivering an elevated experience designed with purpose and hospitality at its core.

Roth’s Sea & Steak was recently named a finalist in the Best Newcomer List - The Americas category of the Star Wine List Awards. Executive Chef Ricky Biswas and General Manager Jeroen Erens lead Roth’s Sea & Steak and Brohan’s, bringing more than 15 years of fine dining expertise. Biswas trained under Franck Putelat at the two Michelin starred La Table de Franck Putelat and has worked in acclaimed kitchens including The French Laundry, Coi, and PRESS. Erens, a native of the Netherlands, has held leadership roles at Michelin starred restaurants and previously served as Export Director for Austria’s Domäne Wachau.

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