SINGAPORE. Over 60 extraordinary Cognacs, wines and whiskies from over 50 houses; four master classes and tastings; and a multi-store launch along one of Singapore’s most historic shopping streets. All will form part of DFS Group’s sixth annual Masters of Wines and Spirits collection in Singapore this month.
Masters of Wines and Spirits, described by DFS as the largest and most prestigious retail event of its kind in Asia, showcases an array of rare and fine wines, Champagne and spirits. It will be unveiled at a private event at selected shophouse venues along Singapore’s historic Tras Street on Saturday 25 March.
“We are thrilled to return to Singapore for our sixth Masters of Wines and Spirits this March and deliver another exceptional collection of the world’s finest and rarest wines and spirits,” said DFS Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Philippe Schaus.
“This year’s exclusive collection has been globally sourced and carefully curated by our expert merchants at DFS to inspire and excite both novice and seasoned collectors. At the core of this portfolio lies an unwavering passion for the intricate composition of a bottle and for the unforgettable moments each offering is sure to create.”
VIP guests at the Tras Street event will be given the opportunity to interact with brand ambassadors and be able to explore the creation of each bottle in a master class format which will “take them around the world in a virtual experience”, DFS said.
Following the event, the Masters of Wines and Spirits curated collection will be available fat DFS, Singapore Changi Airport’s Wines and Spirits Duplexes at Terminals 2 and 3.
“The collection captures the heritage and craftsmanship of our selected brands, and is a true reflection of DFS’ long-standing relationships with these exceptional houses,” said DFS Group Senior Vice President Spirits, Wines and Tobacco Brooke Supernaw.
“Masters of Wines and Spirits provides access to prominent producers and their in-depth knowledge, and of course their limited-edition products, many of which are extremely rare or one-of-a-kind exclusives to DFS that represent the ultimate expressions in Cognacs, wines and whiskies.”
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Among the highlights of the collection of 27 Cognacs and whiskies is the Louis XIII Le Mathusalem, which showcases the world’s first 6L crystal decanter for Cognac. Camus Rarissimes 65yo is an exclusive blend for DFS while Martell Grand Champagne 1920 is a rare first-time release from The House of Martell.
The Hibiki 35yo Arita-Yaki and Kutani-Yaki limited editions were created from a blend of malt whiskies aged from 35 to 54 years with grain whisky aged over 35 years. The pair, launched to celebrate 400 years of porcelain making in Japan, will be making their international debut outside Japan.
Of the Scotch single malts, the Bruichladdich Special Release showcases some of the brand’s oldest and finest whiskies while Glenfiddich Rare Collection 1972 is a 44-year old malt hand-picked for the collection. Glenmorangie Pride 1974 is Glenmorangie’s “rarest, oldest and deepest” whisky, and The Dalmore 50yo is a commemorative bottling finished in Champagne casks. The Macallan Fine & Rare Treasury Collection is a collection of 30 rare vintages in a bespoke cabinet created exclusively for DFS.
Adding a touch of class Masters of Wines and Spirits 2017 will feature four master classes to “inspire and enrich the experience” for guests, DFS said. In honour of his 50th year in the whisky industry, The Dalmore Master Blender Richard Paterson will host a bespoke tasting that underlines the single malt’s heritage. Camus Global Brand Ambassador Frederic Dezauzier will introduce guests to Borderies, the smallest and rarest cru in the Cognac region. His session will feature a selection of Camus Borderies Single-Cru Cognacs, including a Borderies Vintage and an exclusive, previously unreleased Borderies blend. Guests will be able to travel through time with Thibault Pontallier, Château Margaux Asia Ambassador, who will conduct a vertical tasting across decades of famed first-growth Bordeaux Château Margaux, including the 1990 vintage. The fourth Master Class will be a Whisky Panel by The Whiskey House, entitled Innovations of Today Shaping the Heritage of Tomorrow. The theme of heritage in the world of whiskies will be discussed with Brian Kinsman, Malt Master at Glenfiddich; David Charles Stewart, Malt Master at The Balvenie; Mike Miyamoto, Global Brand Ambassador for Hibiki; and Brendan McCarron, Head of Maturing Whisky Stocks at Glenmorangie. It will be moderated by DFS Group Director of Spirits, Frederik Vanden Bulcke. |
Over 25 prestige wines and Champagnes are showcased in this year’s collection. Highlights include the Pyramid of Château Margaux 1990 Vintage (below), a collection of four bottles from the Bordeaux region that earned a perfect 100 points score from renowned US wine critic Robert Parker.
Château Lafite Rothschild 1982 Vintage Imperiale is available in a 6L format. Château Mouton Rothschild 18 Vintages includes vintages from 1994 to 2012. Only three series were produced exclusively for Masters of Wines and Spirits, and they are specially packed in individual one-bottle cases.
Dom Pérignon Malle P2 (below) offers the full history of the Sécond Plénitude of Dom Pérignon. With two bottles from each of the ten vintages, the buyer will also receive an invitation to a private tour of Hautvillers in Champagne, where Maison Dom Pérignon is located.
Masi 5 Vintages of Amarone Costasera (below), available in retail for the first time, is a presentation case of five vintages of Costasera Amarone Classico, the Italian house’s flagship wine. It also comes with a timepiece made with 100-year old wood once used for maturing Costasera wine.
Penfolds 2012 Bin 707 Cabernet Sauvignon Imperial (below) is a collection of ten limited-edition bottles targeted at oenophiles and aviation enthusiasts, which commemorates Boeing’s 100th year.
DFS Masters of Wines and Spirits is part of the DFS Masters Collection, a signature programme of exhibitions that also includes Masters of Time, set to take place in Macau this December.
The Masters Collection runs across DFS’ five pillars of luxury: wines and spirits, beauty and fragrances, watches and jewellery, fashion and accessories, and food and gifts.
