SPECIALIST ASIA-PACIFIC BUYERS RUSH TO REGISTER FOR THE NEW ILTM ASIA PACIFIC ILTM reports significant interest from discerning luxury travel planners from Australia to India, Japan to Singapore, Korea to New Zealand, Indonesia to Hong Kong 21 – 24 May 2018, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore ILTM organisers are reporting a surge in interest in their new ILTM Asia Pacific event, not only from new luxury travel buyers from across the region, but from Asia Pacific specialists from across the world. Alison Gilmore, Director of the ILTM Portfolio commented: “The essence of every ILTM event is the quality of buyers we identify and fully host to meet our top end clients and ILTM Asia Pacific looks set to raise the bar still higher. Our clients at the event are the world’s premier luxury travel experiences, destinations and providers – an awe-inspiring guest list with whom these specialist buyers will plan their high net worth clients’ luxury leisure time in detail.” In comparison to last year’s ILTM Asia in China, ILTM have received a 60% increase in interest from Australian buyers as well as key source markets including Singapore (+47%), India (+50%) and Japan (+32%). There is also intensified interest from Hong Kong and Korea as well as The Philippines and Indonesia. Ms Gilmore continued: “This is incredible buyer engagement from our target regions, from which we will curate a final invitation list of the most productive and most discerning decision-makers from each region.” The exhibitors these Asian and international buyers are set to meet at ILTM Asia Pacific include destinations such as Botswana, Catalonia, Dubai, Fiji, Korea, New Zealand, Los Angeles, Spain and Switzerland, as well as Japan. In addition, established global brands which have already confirmed their participation to meet these buyers include: Accor Luxury Brands, Belmond, Capella Hotel Group, Crystal Cruises, Edition Hotels, Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts, Langham Hotels International, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, Marriott International Luxury Hotels, Oetker Collection, Ponant, Preferred Hotels & Resorts, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Relais & Chateaux, Rocco Forte Hotels, Rosewood Hotel Group, Silversea Cruises, Small Luxury Hotels of the World, Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces and also, Waldorf Astoria Hotels and Resorts and Conrad Hotels and Resorts. They will be joined by independent but equally high-end brands such as Blue Lagoon in Iceland and Iconic Luxury Hotels as well as newer brands waiting to be discovered such as Kudadoo in the Maldives, new Ganges experience Aqua Indica and new wellness resort Alba Vietnam. Ms Gilmore concludes: “Although ILTM Asia Pacific is a new event, the brand reputation precedes us – we have been overwhelmed with interest from top end buyers and providers alike. We look forward to this continuing as we announce further details of our Education Programme, Opening Forum and many parties and social networking opportunities. The first ILTM Asia Pacific looks set to be a place to do business like never before.”

THIS SPRING LA ROCA VILLAGE HOSTS THE FIRST ‘CRACKING ART’ EXHIBIT IN SPAIN The initiative is part of La Roca Village’s goal to create extraordinary experiences linked to talent, creativity and innovation through its platform: Barcelona Designers Collective by La Roca Village. Challenging the norms of contemporary art, a multicoloured invasion of super-sized animals will surprise visitors to the Village from 1 March to 31 May Talent, creativity and innovation. Fashion and art come together once again this season at La Roca Village in a blaze of colour and light to convey the essence of spring. The artistic movement Cracking Art presents its first exhibition in Spain, at the invitation of the Barcelona Designers’ Collective by La Roca Village. From 1 March to 31 May, La Roca Village will host a surprising and multicoloured invasion of 40 large artworks of snails, rabbits, swallows and frogs created out of plastic, a material chosen by Cracking Art for its capacity to be recast and reused repeatedly. The exhibit will be on display in the Village throughout spring. The Cracking Art movement currently has more than 400 artistic ‘invasions’ of large-format animal sculptures worldwide, including Bangkok, Moscow, Sydney, Shanghai, Hanoi, Tel Aviv, New York, Paris, Brussels and Milan, among other cities. This initiative for La Roca Village is part of its tradition of creating extraordinary experiences linked to talent, creativity, innovation and sustainability, through the Barcelona Designers’ Collective. Recognised internationally for its urban installations, Cracking Art was born in 1993 with the aim of radically changing art through the revolutionary use of plastic materials. The artistic movement has, through their exhibitions, demonstrated a social and environmental commitment to bringing art closer to the public while creating a relationship between the natural and artificial reality. Barcelona Designers’ Collective by La Roca Village The Barcelona Designers’ Collective by La Roca Village has evolved to become an international platform for the discovery, promotion and sustainment of talent and creativity through innovation and sustainability. The invitation to the Cracking Art movement to visit Spain and exhibit at La Roca Village is the first of several initiatives that guests will discover in the Village. Throughout the year, the Barcelona Designers’ Collective will host various initiatives to foster a dialogue between fashion and the different creative disciplines, helping to position Barcelona as a meeting point of national and international talent. About La Roca Village La Roca Village is one of the Collection of nine Chic Outlet Shopping® Villages in Europe and China by Value Retail. The Village offers a unique luxury shopping experience, with more than 130 boutiques of the leading international and European brands offering a selection of fashion and homewares, in a charming open-air ‘village’ setting. Missoni, Aristocrazy, Liu Jo, Pinko, Twin-Set, Bow-Tie, Vilebrequin, Purificación García, G-Star RAW, Coach, Hackett, Loewe, Swarovski and Ermenegildo Zegna are just some of the brands that have made the Village an essential shopping destination for lovers of fashion and style. In addition to savings of up to 60% on the recommended retail price, La Roca Village is home to a tempting selection of restaurants and cafés, as well as carefully selected services. With personal shoppers, Hands-free Shopping, the La Roca Village Lounge, a Tourist Information Centre and the Shopping Express® coach tour which operates between Barcelona and the Village every day, the Village has become an essential destination for visitors looking for a unique shopping experience and a pleasurable day-out. Cracking Art Manifesto “Cracking is the process by which petroleum is transformed into virgin naphtha, which is the basis of many synthetic products such as plastic.” “Cracking is the process that turns the natural into the artificial. A dramatic process, if not controlled, that creates a new reality for us all.” “Cracking is the struggle of contemporary man, who finds himself between the primary naturalness of the world and a future that becomes increasingly artificial.”

SINGAPORE, 29 October 2018 – Lotus on Water is presenting “The Crown of Prosperity and Elegance”, a special art exhibition with Feng Shui artworks by Emeritus Master Yun Long Zi. Held at the historical CHIJMES Hall, the majestic and royal exhibition will be graced by Her Royal Highness Princess Norodom Buppha Devi and His Royal Highness Prince Sisowath Tesso and will be accompanied by four other members of Cambodian Royal family. The event will feature a total of 46 exquisite art pieces including 2 mega majestic masterpieces at size 3m x 2m which cost $6.8 million each. The latest series of artwork by Emeritus Master Yun – Painting on the Chinese Fans will also make its first public appearance. This is the second annual art exhibition hosted by Lotus on Water, following the success of its first edition at ION Gallery last year. Apart from the prestigious paintings, one of the key highlights of the evening is the bestowment of the Aspara Crown on Emeritus Master Yun by Her Royal Highness Princess Buppha Devi during the opening ceremony. Lotus On Water will also be showcasing The ROYAL Heaven and Earth Jadeite Ring collection, a rare series collected by six members of Cambodia Royal Family. Inspired by prosperity and success, this art collection is specially curated by Emeritus Master Yun Long Zi, who is a sixth-generation Feng Shui master, painter and a Chinese Calligrapher for the exhibition. His exceptional paintings are decked with precious natural elements such as 24K gold, pure silver, bronze and natural vermillion ink. Each piece of painting is unique and has eight to twelve layers. These paintings change their representation as day moves into night with phosphorescent paint that glows and comes alive in UV light. The latter is believed to be effective in warding off evil while bringing to life good wishes conveyed from the symbols in the paintings. The Crown of Prosperity and Elegance Emeritus Master Yun’s characteristic artistic style and approach are not typical of Chinese paintings and defy conventional definitions of realism, expressionism and impressionism movements, making it unique and one-of-a-kind. Emeritus Master Yun Long Zi carries the heritage, glory and prestige of being the 6th generation feng shui Master in his family. His artistic inclination towards Chinese and Western arts started at an early age and his stellar accolades include winning the Singapore Youth Festival art exhibition in his teens, graduating top of the NTU School of Arts and School of Science with a First-Class Honors in Chinese Language and Cultural Studies and winning the Dr. Wu Teh Yao Book Prize. His characteristic artistic style and approach are not typical of Chinese paintings and defy conventional definitions of realism, expressionism and impressionism movements, making it truly unique. Many of the paintings feature up to 18 layers of nuanced and expressive artistry, bringing boundless wishes of colour and joy to visitors to the exhibition. While some of his paintings are painted on Chinese rice paper, many displayed in this exhibition are painted on a special paper known as Dong Ba Paper which is handmade by tribal shamans using herbs from mountain ranges. Dong Ba Paper is believed to be sacred and can last for more than a thousand years. His paintings are also crowned by precious natural elements such the aforementioned gold and silver, bronze and natural vermillion ink. One of the key features of his paintings is the use of a special paint that glows in the dark under UV light. It is included purposefully into Emeritus Master Yun Long Zi’s paintings to symbolise hope in darkness – where there is a ‘silver lining’ even in dark environments or at dark times. During the daytime, his images gleefully celebrate the best of nature’s wonderful palette and in all its magical glory, from flora to fauna (peacocks, cranes, cranes, Hulu plants, eagles and Emeritus Master Yun Long Zi’s signature peonies), as well as vistas and landscapes which encompass the smallest of creatures and the most precious of lives they lead. Indeed, each element carries special symbolisms and projects an empowering aura of fortune, strength and joy when intertwined. The energising and colourful impressions bring Chi and good feelings to those who view this incredible art in the day. At night, as the planet elementally rotates, bright stars are revealed, and seem to dance and sway as they cast their protective, positive energy onto worlds below; they facilitate dreams and the joyful hopes and wishes of imagination that they embody, as the Earth turns. “The Crown of Prosperity and Elegance: The Feng Shui Art of Emeritus Master Yun Long Zi” is on today to 30 October 2018 at CHIJMES Hall. For more information, please visit http://lotusonwater.com

Do not miss this rare event of indulgence! We’ve carefully selected a line-up of extraordinary vintages from legendary wine makers. Bordeaux’s finest! No other event in Singapore has yet offered this kind of vintage tasting opportunity for both aspiring enthusiasts and seasoned collectors. A must-attend event for anyone serious about Bordeaux wines, and we can’t wait to raise a glass with you there. MARGAUX GRAND CRU CLASSE WINES Rauzan Gassies 1961 ($450) D’Issan 1962 ($350) Malescot St Exupery 1983 ($280) Chateaux Margaux 1989 ($850) Giscours 2000 ($175) Palmer Alter Ego 2005 ($220) Taste $2300+ worth of wines at a fraction of the price! Each person will be given a 30ml pour from each vintage. Top 5 Reasons Why You Must Taste Them 1) The great vintages of the 1961, 1989, 2000, 2005 Bordeaux wines 2) Chateaux Margaux 1989 is so flattering and long and complete. 19/20 points by Jancis Robinson. 3) Robert Parker said Giscours 2000 was the finest Giscours made since the 1975. 4) Palmer Alter Ego is a (2nd second wine of Chateau Palmer) has become better than the grand vin was 30 or 40 years ago. 5) Malescot 1983 was as great as a Palmer and Chateau Margaux – 4.5 Stars by Bok No wine event in Singapore will you get to taste these fine wines at these prices! Early Bird Discount: SGD $169 SGD$149 (Before 12 Oct) Whether you are a novice or expert wine lover, it would be a fun and educational experience for all. Venue will be located at Fine Wines SG Tasting Room: 114 Lavender St #02-60 CT Hub 2 Date: 13 Oct 2018 (Sat) Time: 2pm – 4pm Duration: 2 hrs

WHISKY LIVE SINGAPORE 2018 RETURNS Delve into the Wonderful World of Whisky and Discover the Art of Whisky Appreciation with Exclusive Tasting Experiences and Whisky Masterclasses One of the most highly anticipated events of the year, South East Asia’s largest whisky and spirits show, Whisky Live returns to Singapore this November. From Shanghai to New York, London to Johannesburg; Whisky Live is the international tasting show that brings whisky and spirits connoisseurs around the world together. Running for eight successful years here, the 9th edition Whisky Live Singapore 2018, organised by La Maison du Whisky, promises a gratifying experience of libation surprises. Whisky Live Singapore 2018 will be held on the weekend of 3-4 November 2018, at the coveted Andaz Singapore, one of city’s latest luxury hotels situated near Marina Bay, at the crossroads of the cultural districts – Kampong Glam and Little India. Andaz Singapore effortlessly combines the rich history of the city, sparking off a sense of discovery through local touches such as the intimate shophouse-designed restaurants, décor colours, and South East Asian inspired textures. “To taste and experience whisky is as much art as it is science. Whisky Live Singapore has established itself as a highly sought-after annual show that celebrates all things whisky, and a platform to encourage whisky appreciation in an approachable way,” said Mr. Mathieu Musnier, General Manager, La Maison du Whisky. “Every year, Whisky Live Singapore brings forth unique and immersive experience to discover a large selection of world-class whiskies and fine spirits; and indulge in the art of whisky appreciation through knowledge-sharing and tasting. It is also a platform for launching new products andshowcasing established brands of premium spirits.” This November, whisky enthusiasts can look forward to a discovery of some of the world’s most exquisite and first-rate whisky brands available in the market. The event features a sampling of 64 exclusive whisky and spirit brands from across the fast-growing cocktail industry, including Kavalan Whisky Taiwan, Old Pulteney Whisky Scotland, An Cnoc Whisky Scotland, Balblair Whisky Scotland, Signatory Vintage Whisky Scotland, Bruichladdich Whisky Scotland, Gordon Macphail Whisky Scotland, Benromach Whiskey Scotland, Hampden Rum Jamaica, and for the first time ever, Blanton’s Bourbon Whiskey United States, and many more. Delve into a Multi-sensory World of Whisky Appreciation at Whisky Live Singapore 2018 Delve into the world of whisky with five exclusive experiences at Whisky Live Singapore 2018, and experience the best the whisky world has to offer at The Whisky Room & Spirits Room, La Boutique, The VIP Area, The Masterclass Rooms, and The Cocktail Terrace. Discover new releases available exclusively at The Whisky Room & Spirits Room and experience an extensive selection of whiskies and spirits in a warm and friendly atmosphere where guests are able to learn more about brands’ histories and to sample whiskies and spirits on showcase. Step into the largest spirits shop you will ever encounter in Singapore at La Boutique, an essential stop for every whisky lover, and elevate your whisky experience with a specialist team on ground to advise customers. Choose from over 300 different whiskies and spirits on offer and bring home your favourite selections. To cater to the growing community of local whisky connoisseurs, the 2-day event will feature a larger VIP area this year. The VIP Area is the ideal place for avid fans of exceptional whiskies and fine spirits to gather and experience over a hundred prestigious new releases, singles casks, and limited-edition whiskies and spirits. The Masterclass Rooms offer consumers an opportunity to gain knowledge from some of the best whisky connoisseurs and industry experts. A brand-new feature this year, two Masterclasses will be conducted simultaneously, with 14 Masterclasses to choose from over the weekend, including Collectors Masterclasses such as Japanese Whiskies, Islay Room, and The Future Collectors. The Masterclass Rooms will also showcase the exclusive launch of the new Bruichladdich Black Art. The Cocktail Terrace is dedicated to the appreciation of fine cocktails, featuring internationally coveted bars Monkey 47 Bar and New Colours Bar by LM&V. Experience the works of some of the best mixologists in the world, offering their creations to delight your palate and senses. La Maison du Whisky, established in Singapore since 2006, is the organiser of the annual Whisky Live Singapore show. This year marks the 9th edition of Whisky Live Singapore. For more information on Whisky Live Singapore 2018 and for tickets enquiries, visit www.whiskylive.sg. Get social with Whisky Live Singapore 2018 on Instagram and Facebook @WhiskyLiveSingapore. WHISKY LIVE 2018 SINGAPORE Date: Saturday & Sunday, 3-4 November 2018 Venue: ALLEY ON 3 Andaz Singapore, Level 3 5 Fraser Street, Singapore 189354 Time: Saturday 5.30pm – 12.00am Sunday 1.00pm – 8.00pm Tickets are available at www.whiskylive.sg now About Whisky Live Whisky Live prides itself on bringing together the finest whiskies and spirits, great food and a range of education and entertainment. This annual event offers the unique opportunity to sample whiskies from around world and discover exciting spirits, while mingling with the producers, distillers, and ambassadors, all under one roof. About La Maison du Whisky Singapore La Maison du Whisky is a family-owned company, founded in 1956 in Paris and is the French specialist of rare whiskies and niche spirits, importation, and distribution. La Maison du Whisky Singapore brings the same rare and collectible products to these shores since 2006, as well as the same approach and passion that has made the mother company one of the most respected in the world today. It operates to the public as a shop by day and a cocktail and tasting bar by night; but is also a key partner for most prestigious dining and drinking venues in Singapore.

White Walker by Johnnie Walker arrives in Singapore - GAME OF THRONES®-INSPIRED WHISKY IS HERE IN CELEBRATION OF THE HIT TV SERIES Wednesday, 14th November 2018: Send a raven – Scotch has officially entered the realm. In collaboration with HBO® and Game of Thrones, Johnnie Walker has today unveiled the new White Walker by Johnnie Walker. This limited-edition Scotch Whisky is inspired by the most enigmatic and feared characters on the hit show – the White Walkers – and is here for fans to enjoy as anticipation builds towards the final season. Known by their icy blue eyes and led by the Night King, the undead army of White Walkers have emerged from the Frozen North bringing with them the chill of winter and now a limited-edition whisky that evokes their icy world. Created by whisky specialist George Harper, alongside the small team of expert blenders at Johnnie Walker, this innovative whisky is best served directly from the freezer, echoing the chilling presence of the White Walkers. The bottling brings you right to the Frozen North with an icy white and blue design along with the iconic Johnnie Walker Striding Man now fashioned in armour to fit in among the ranks of the Night King’s forces. Utilising temperature-sensitive ink technology, fans will be reminded that “Winter is Here” from an unexpected graphic icy reveal on the bottle when frozen. The Scotch has notes of caramelised sugar and vanilla, fresh red berries with a touch of orchard fruit and features Single Malts from Cardhu and Clynelish – one of Scotland’s most Northern distilleries. Blender George Harper used the Frozen North as his starting point for creating White Walker by Johnnie Walker. He said: “Whiskies from Clynelish have endured long, Scottish winters, not dissimilar to the long periods endured by the Night’s Watch who have ventured north of the wall – so it was the perfect place to start when creating this unique whisky.” “We knew there was fan appetite for a Game of Thrones whisky and once we saw the vision from Johnnie Walker for a way to collaborate we knew the idea was perfect and the time was now. From the beginning, they understood that we wanted to create something special, and they’ve accomplished that with White Walker by Johnnie Walker. We’re confident fans will enjoy sipping this delicious whisky as they wait for season eight and beyond,” said Jeff Peters, Vice President, Licensing & Retail at HBO. White Walker by Johnnie Walker is now available for pre-order in Singapore, exclusively at 1855 The Bottle Shop. The first 50 pre-orders will also receive exclusive invitations to the upcoming White Walker parties. From 1 December onwards, White Walker by Johnnie Walker will be available at 1855 The Bottle Shop, Redmart, and Cold Storage retailing at S$75 (700ml bottle). For more information on White Walker by Johnnie Walker, please visit https://www.johnniewalker.com/en/our-whisky/limited-edition-whiskies/white-walker-johnnie-walker/ and follow @JohnnieWalkerSingapore on Facebook.

Wine Fiesta goes indoors and offers a new way to explore wines From 19 to 20 October, Wine Fiesta 2018 will be held indoors at the Fullerton Bay Hotel and introduces an easy way to discover new wines. This year’s Wine Fiesta shines the spotlight on body-types. By tagging wines according to whether they are light, medium or full-bodied, wine-lovers will find it simple to search for and taste their favourite types of wine. Held from 19 to 21 October, Wine Fiesta showcases wine from around the world. And for the first time in its 11-year history, Wine Fiesta will be held indoors. In the air-conditioned comfort of the beautiful Fullerton Bay Hotel, guests can drink, eat and explore over 250 wines. “We know our guests want to indulge in variety, and to learn more about the world of wine in a fun, relaxed atmosphere,” says Ms Kathy Lim-Sheehy, Group CEO of the Straits Wine Company. “And we can’t wait to show everyone our new way of presenting wines by varietal and body-style.” The Fiesta kicks off on 19 October with the Winemakers’ Table Dinner at the Clifford Pier in Fullerton Bay Hotel. This four-course sit-down dinner has a menu created by Dutch chef Tim Meijers. Chef Meijers has worked in Michelin-starred restaurants across Europe and his menu showcases the best of local and international ingredients. The dinner also features an Iconic Wine buffet bar, where guests can enjoy over 70 iconic wines from around the world. Wine-makers will be in attendance to tell the stories behind their wines. This is a rare opportunity to try special wines and savour fabulous food in one exclusive evening. Tickets for the Winemakers’ Table Dinner are priced at $188 nett per person. Purchase 11 tickets and one free ticket will be given. On 20 to 21 October, the Fiesta goes into full swing as guests discover new wines in an effortless manner. Faced with an unfamiliar label or wine varietal? Knowing a wine’s body can help you pick a bottle based on what you’ve enjoyed before. Compare a big Barossa Shiraz with full-bodied reds from other countries. Or perhaps you prefer a light Italian Pinot Grigio. It’s just a step away to try similar styles from other regions. By tagging wines according to light, medium and full-bodied types, Wine Fiesta is making wine tasting and exploration more accessible than ever. And of course, our international wine-makers will be on hand to share their insight, passion and stories. Guests who want to learn more about wine are welcome to join our expert-led classes. With over 250 wines, paired with gourmet treats prepared by renowned local and international chefs, Wine Fiesta 2018 promises a convivial weekend with great food and excellent wine! OFFICIAL PARTNER We are excited to have OCBC Pay Anyone App as the Official Partner of Wine Fiesta 2018. OCBC Pay Anyone is a payments and lifestyle app that enables customers to make payments to peers and merchants directly from their OCBC Bank account. Customers have the ability to use it at NETS QR &PayNow accepting merchants island-wide with just a glance on their phones (Face ID) or via fingerprint. Customers can also send and receive payments to and from anyone — without the fuss of collecting bank account numbers — via PayNow, mobile numbers, email or Facebook IDs. As a part of our commitment to support a cashless Singapore, OCBC Pay Anyone is working with the Singapore Wine Fiesta to enable expedited cashless transactions. Customers paying with OCBC Pay Anyone will receive significant discounts on most wines. ABOUT STRAITS WINE COMPANY Established in 2006, The Straits Wine Company is Southeast Asia’s leading wine importer, retailer and distributor with branches in Singapore, Malaysia and the Philippines. Its eight retail wine shops in Singapore focus on boutique and artisanal wineries from Australia, France, Spain, Italy and more. The company also offers bespoke events from private wine parties to corporate wine-pairing sessions, helmed by a team of wine professionals. WINE FIESTA 2018 Opening Event: 19 October, 6:30pm to 10pm Winemakers’ Table Dinner The Clifford Pier, Fullerton Bay Hotel $188 nett per person, buy 11 tickets and get one free Wine Fiesta 20 October, 12pm to 10pm* The Landing Point and La Brasserie, Fullerton Bay Hotel 21 October, 12pm to 10pm* The Clifford Pier, Fullerton Bay Hotel *Last entry is at 9pm Ticket Prices: Standard – $45 All-in – $89 Top-up for standard ticket: Champagne & Premium Wines – $30 One cheese & cold cuts platter – $20 Purchase tickets atwww.eventbrite.sg and all Straits Wine Company stores Website: www.winefiesta.com.sg|www.straitswine.com Facebook: sgwinefiesta2018 | straitswinecompany Instagram: straitswinecompany|winefiestasg Hashtags: #winefiestasg #mystraitswine

Do not miss this rare event of indulgence! Our wine partner Fine Wines SG has carefully selected a line-up of extraordinary vintages from legendary wine makers. Bordeaux’s finest! No other event in Singapore has yet offered this kind of vintage tasting opportunity for both aspiring enthusiasts and seasoned collectors. A must-attend event for anyone serious about Bordeaux wines, and we can’t wait to raise a glass with you there. 1990 GRAND CRU CLASSE WINES Chateau Latour 1990 ($1550) Cos D’estournel 1990 ($400) D’issan 1990 ($250) Lagrange 1990 ($300) Prieure Lichine 1990 ($180) Taste $2700+ worth of wines at a fraction of the price! Each person will be given a 30ml pour from each vintage. Top 5 Reasons Why You Must Taste Them 1) The greatness of the 1990 Bordeaux wines are currently showing even better than the 1982s 2) Latour 1990 is a 100 pointer wine! It’s 1961 Latour in modern clothes. 3) BEST COS EVER! Bok guess the Cos Destournel 1990 was a Latour 1989 in a blind tasting. 4) Lagrange 1990 is one of this estate’s superstars! 5) Prieuré-Lichine 1990 got a 4.5 star rating from Vivino.com No wine event in Singapore will you get to taste these fine wines at these prices! Early Bird Discount: SGD $169 SGD$149 Whether you are a novice or expert wine lover, it would be a fun and educational experience for all. Venue will be located at Fine Wines SG Tasting Room: 114 Lavender St #02-60 CT Hub 2 Date: 15 Sept 2018 (Sat) Time: 2pm – 4pm Duration: 2 hrs Reserve your seat here: Tickets Payment – Grand Cru Tasting For enquires, please call 63852438 or email sales@finewines.com.sg

Chateau Lagrange is a 3rd Growth high quality Grand Cru Classe from St Julien in Bordeaux. We had the pleasure of meeting the General Manager, Directeur General and Wine Maker, Matthieu Bordes who was in Singapore recently to showcase his latest 2015 vintage, widely acclaimed as the best vintage since the legendary 2009 and 2010 vintages. GEOGRAPHICAL AND GEOLOGICAL DESCRIPTION Completely situated in the village of Saint-Julien, the estate is spread over two hills with the slopes directed towards the North and the South. The subsoil is of clay and limestone and the topsoil is made of pebbles and gravel. 118 hectares in red vines. THE VINTAGE The dry, mild spring weather encouraged the budburst although we cannot say this was an early vintage. The flowering and colour change took place in excellent conditions, around the average dates recorded on the property. Long harvest: from Sept 21st to Oct 12th. (22 days) The blending consists of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot, and 8% of Petit Verdot. VINE CULTIVATION – Planting density: from 7,500 to 10 000 vines per hectare – « Medocain » fixation on three wires to get the best sun exposure possible – Pruning to control the yield (4to 6 buds left) – Controlled phytosanitary treatments. – Thinning of the extra grapes in July – Thinning out of the leafs in July on both sides of the row to improve the air circulation and reduce the level of humidity in the grapes. – Maturity checking per plot – Hand picking into individual crates for the 111 hectares – 120 pickers on average recruited according to the daily needs by a specialized agency, allowing a considerable flexibility of harvest to optimize the ripeness. – Last sorting grape by grape with an optical camera – Plot by plot vilification in 102 stainless steel vats of which 80 are small capacity (36 to 123hl) – Co-inoculation allowing simultaneous alcoholic and malolactic fermentations in the aim of protecting the wine and reducing the manipulation throughout the sensitive phase. VINIFICATION – First sorting by hand on whole bunches to eliminate those showing imperfections – Latest state-of-the-art de-stemmer less damaging for the grapes – Intra-plot selection thanks to 102 tanks The contents of vats are selected according to the grape varieties, the age of the vines, the « terroir » and the maturity – 220hl to 36hl stainless steel vats with thermo regulation – Moderate pumping-over every day, pigeage. Maceration from 18 days to 25 days. – Selection of free-run wine and of press wine – Blending selection of the « Grand Vin » (Château Lagrange) and the second wine (Les Fiefs de Lagrange) in January, following the harvesting. 12% of press wine in Château Lagrange. – 35% Château Lagrange and 65% Fiefs de Lagrange. – Average age of the vine producing Château Lagrange: 42 years MATURING IN BARRELS – Air conditioned cellars with regulated hygrometry – 55 % of new oak barrels every year for Château Lagrange, maturing for 21 months – Maturing with the bung on top for about 6 months (2 top-ups per week) – Racking every 3 months – Fining in barrel with fresh egg-whites — Final blending before bottling Consultant oenologist: Eric BOISSENOT General Manager : Matthieu BORDES Technical Manager : Benjamin VIMAL TASTING NOTE Dark purple red with violet hue and almost black core. Aromatic nose with elegant character, dark berries, discreet oak spices and very fine toasting aromas. On the palate full-bodied yet elegant, ripe tannins with velvety character, with a long and fruity finish carried by the bold Cabernet Sauvignon. A powerful and well balanced wine. (2022–2040) RM’s rating: 93/100. This will cellar easily for 15-20 years. Our recommendation is to buy a few cases (or at least a case, if you can lay your hands on them through the limited allocation), and drink a bottle every year to find the sweet spot for the right drinking window, and then drink a bottle every week 🙂 DECANTER 92 POINTS Fleshy, spicy red and black fruits of good florality and grip, with balanced acidity and tannins. Shows the continued progress of this highly regarded estate. JANCIS ROBINSON 16.5++ Lightly meat and two veg on the nose. Juicy – juicer than usual with the tannins well covered up by ripe fruit. Bone dry but not austere. Very correct even if not amazingly winning. 2025-2039 WINE ADVOCATE – NEAL MARTIN Château Lagrange 2015 90/ 92 The 2015 Lagrange is a blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot and 8% Petit Verdot, continuing the estate philosophy including Cabernet in the Grand vin (for example, in 2005 it was just 46%). […] matured in around 50% to 55% new oak from six different cooperages, it has a tightly-knit bouquet with blackberry, cedar and light rose petal scents, elegant style. The palate is medium-bodied with slightly grainy tannin, moderate weight in the mouth, not as intense as either 2009 or 2010, although it is harmonious and graceful. There is a pleasant spicy, white pepper note that lingers on the aftertaste of what should be one of the earlier drinking Saint Julien wines. Drink: 2020 – 2040. Les Fiefs de Lagrange 2015 85/87 Les Arums de Lagrange 2015 89/91 THE WORLD OF FINE WINES – MICHAEL SCHUSTER 91/92 Château Lagrange 2015 – en Primeur Very mineral; dense, vital, concentrated, beautiful balanced long-term wine; a lovely depth of fruit, a marked vital defining and appetizing acidity, long , fine, minerally, tight, very aromatic, very persistent. Class, poise, fine St Julien, particularly classy Lagrange . 2024-35 Les Fiefs de Lagrange 2015 88/89 Deep, softly Merlot to smell; medium-full, fresh, very delicately tannic; immediately a lovely vitality of taste, a, noticeable length and complexity for Fiefs. Elegant and complete nice depth of fruit, not large but long in flavor. Fist-rate Fiefs, likely to be a great value. Best ever? 2021-2030+ TASTINGBOOK.COM – MARKUS DEL MONEGO 94 POINTS Dark purple red with violet hue and almost black core. Aromatic nose with elegant character, dark berries, discreet oak spices and very fine toasting aromas. On the palate full-bodied yet elegant, ripe tannins with velvety character, convincing length and fine fruit lingering in the finish.

Margaret River Premium Winery Spotlight – McHenry Hohnen Julian Grounds, Head winemaker at Margaret River winery McHenry Hohnen, was awarded Dux of the 17th Len Evans Tutorial held recently in the Hunter Valley from 6th November to 10th November 2017. The Len Evans Tutorial is carried out over an intense 5 day period. 12 scholars are selected from different areas within the wine industry such as winemaking, viticulture, liquor retailing, restaurant, marketing and journalism. These 12 scholars are then led by an experienced panel of wine gurus including James Halliday and Iain Rigg, and exposed to some of the best wines in the world. The tutorial is designed to expose the scholars to the greatest wines in the world, further develop their wine-judging skills and encourage them to aspire to the development and support of such greatness in Australia. The Dux is awarded to the most promising scholar throughout the tutorials. As Dux of the 2017 course, Julian has now been guaranteed judging positions at two of Australia’s most premier wine shows, the Sydney Royal Wine Show and the National Wine Show in Canberra. Owner of McHenry Hohnen acknowledges the honour and importance of Julian receiving Dux to the winery. “Knowing Julian Grounds now for 12 months it comes as NO surprise that he was awarded the Dux of the 2017 Len Evans Tutorial. Julian has an amazing palette and deep understanding of wine regionality importance which enables him to identify a wines’ origin. Having this ability ensures that McHenry Hohnen are able to embrace a regionality direction with our wines and enhancing the unique sites that the grapes are grown on. Julian, in achieving this recognition, will ensure that wines made by him at MCHV will be seen to reflect his winemaking honesty by expressing the true regionality of our vineyards and importantly our viticultural practice of bio dynamics.” – Murray McHenry