Roberto Duran MS (second from left) and his team from Temper, Wine Room & Lounge. Photographed at ProWine Singapore on 21 April 2026. Temper, Wine Room & Lounge was opened in September 2025 at the Mondrian Singapore Duxton Hotel. Months later, Temper won not one but two Gold Stars at the Star Wine List of […]
As Asia’s wine and spirits market continues to evolve, Vinexpo Asia remains one of the region’s most influential trade events. The exhibition will return to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from 26 to 28 May 2026. By rotating between Singapore and Hong Kong, Vinexpo Asia maintains a steady presence across two key markets, […]
Benjamin Vimal, Director of Winemaking & Estate Operations at Chateau Margaux Bordeaux First Growth Chateau Margaux has appointed Benjamin Vimal as its new Director of Winemaking & Estate Operations. The move underlines the estate’s dedication to maintaining the highest standards across every stage of production, from vineyard management to cellar work. An agricultural engineer and […]
Anne‑Victoire Monrozier, Fifth-Generation Proprietor of Chateau des Moriers In the northern reaches of Beaujolais, Chateau des Moriers has belonged to the same family since 1855. For five generations, custodians have tended its vines with patience, pride, and an intimate understanding of the land. Today, the estate is in the hands of Fifth-Generation Proprietor Anne‑Victoire Monrozier […]
As one of Imperial Treasure Group’s restaurants, Imperial Treasure Fine Chinese Cuisine at Yifeng Galleria in Shanghai has been awarded Two Stars in the Michelin Guide Shanghai, Jiangsu & Zhejiang 2026, marking a milestone that cements a remarkable decade of culinary recognition. For ten consecutive years, the restaurant has demonstrated unwavering elegance and a profound […]
Quinta do Noval has officially declared its 2024 Vintage Ports, with Managing Director Christian Seely confirming the release of Quinta do Noval Nacional Vintage Port 2024, Quinta do Noval Vintage Port 2024, and Quinta do Passadouro Vintage Port 2024, calling all three “exceptional”. According to Seely, the 2024 growing cycle was characterised by unusually favourable […]
Located in Hong Kong’s historic Pedder Building in the heart of Central, Club Bâtard stands as Asia’s premier private members’ wine and dining club. Spanning 18,000 square feet across three luxurious floors, this exclusive sanctuary is driven by the bold vision of co-founder Randy See. A veteran of Singapore’s fine dining scene, Randy See was […]
Co-CEOs of Champagne Laurent-Perrier Alexandra Pereyre de Nonancourt (left) and Stephanie Meneux de Nonancourt have been named Wine Family of the Year 2026 by Meininger Verlag’s Excellence in Wine & Spirit Award. Photographed at ProWein Düsseldorf 16 March 2026. Alexandra Pereyre de Nonancourt and Stephanie Meneux de Nonancourt, co‑CEOs of Champagne Laurent‑Perrier, have been named Wine Family of […]
Is China an Old or New World wine producer? China is both! China has been growing grapes and making wine for more than 2,000 years. Chinese envoys brought back grape seeds from Ferghana in modern day Uzbekistan to the capital Xi’an during the Han Dynasty (206 BCE–220 CE). The vines were, however, grown on imperial […]
The Singapore Association of Sommeliers (SAS) is hosting Taiwine Night Market, a Taiwanese night market‑style fundraiser on 3 May 2026, to raise S$10,000 for the World Sommelier General Assembly, which will take place in Taipei from 18 to 21 May 2026. Taiwine Night Market will be held at Iru Den, located at 27 Scotts Road. […]
