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

DFS BRINGS SEVENTH EDITION OF PRESTIGIOUS MASTERS OF WINES AND SPIRITS TO SINGAPORE A UNIQUE AND IMMERSIVE WORLD-CLASS EXPERIENCE FOR LOVERS OF WINE AND SPIRITS MARCH 5, 2018, SINGAPORE – One of the most celebrated and revered events in the wine and spirits industry returns to Singapore this year, as DFS Group, the world’s leading luxury travel retailer, hosts its seventh Masters of Wines and Spirits event. On display will be more than 120 masterpieces from 60 of the world’s most legendary wine and spirits houses. For the first time, the event will take place across two days; on Saturday March 24 and Sunday March 25 at The Warehouse Hotel, a meticulously-restored heritage building on the banks of the Singapore River. Once again, Masters of Wines and Spirits captures the heritage and craftsmanship of selected brands and pays tribute to DFS’ long-standing relationships with some of the world’s most exceptional wineries and distilleries. This year’s event will highlight the influence of the distillers’ countries of origin, their personalities and unique and varied approaches to craft. As the only event where customers can purchase bespoke, rare, limited edition, first edition, and world-class wines and spirits in one location, the seventh Masters of Wines and Spirits offers an exclusive and immersive brand experience for DFS’ guests. Masters of Wines and Spirits showcases a highly specialized and curated collection of products, many of which are DFS exclusives, celebrating the world’s finest industry expertise as well as the knowledge of DFS’ own merchants. New brands, as well as signature classics from legendary houses, will all be on display, reveling in rarity, heritage and innovation. “DFS is delighted to bring the seventh Masters of Wines and Spirits to Singapore, a fitting location for us to host our esteemed guests, connoisseurs and collectors to experience a range of the best globally sourced Cognacs, wines and whiskies,” said Sibylle Scherer, DFS President Merchandising and Consumer Marketing. “This year’s selection has been handpicked by our expert merchants at DFS to inspire and delight our customers. This really is a celebration of the diverse talents of the world’s most renowned distillers and winemakers, and a true adventure for the senses,” she said. “At DFS, we take great pride in bringing together our valued brand partners and loyal customers in an intimate and exclusive environment that encourages sharing and discovery,” said Brooke Supernaw, DFS Group’s Senior Vice President Wines, Spirits, Tobacco, Food and Gifts. “The 2018 Masters of Wines and Spirits collection sets a new bar for this dynamic category, comparing the nuances between traditional versus craft and providing an opportunity for our guests to enjoy the very best products from around the world.” Master Classes and Whisky Panel The 2018 Masters of Wines and Spirits event will feature two exceptional master classes to inspire and enrich guests, as well as a whisky panel discussion featuring four of the world’s leading experts. The first in this year’s Classes with the Masters is The Balvenie Master Class Workshop – Single Malt Whisky hosted by The Balvenie Malt Master,David C. Stewart MBE. Mr Stewart will discuss how craftsmanship is brought to life at The Balvenie and guide guests through the entire Chapter 3 set of the DCS Compendium, including a tasting of the oldest Balvenie expression ever released. The second Master Class, the Château Latour Master Class Workshop – Wine, hosted by Rufus Beazley, Sales and Marketing Manager for Château Latour Asia Pacific, will take visitors through a vertical tasting across decades of exceptional Château Latour products. Presented by The Whiskey House, The Whisky Panel will be moderated by DFS’ own Director of Spirits, Frederik Vanden Bulcke and will feature a panel discussion on whisky experts Stephanie MacLeod from John Dewar & Sons (Aultmore – Single Malt Whisky), Dr Kirstie McCallum from Bunnahabhain (Single Malt Whisky), Chole Wood from Bruichladdich (Single Malt Whisky) and David Croll from The Kyoto Distillery (Whisky and Gin). The Collection More than 30 Cognacs and whiskies include The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter 3: Secrets of the Stock Model, an eagerly anticipated release that pays tribute to Malt Master David C. Stewart MBE’s masterful skill, knowledge, and custodianship in managing The Balvenie’s precious aged stocks. The Model comprises five extremely rare single-cask single-malt bottling, ranging in age from 13 to 55 years. The Jean-Paul Camus 1945 Private Reserve, an exclusive blend for DFS Masters of Wines and Spirits, comes in a hand-carved crystal carafe with silver details that recreates a model designed in 1883 by the Cristalleries de Baccarat for Jules Grévy, President of the French Republic. The outstanding Louis XIII Le Jeroboam with T.T. Trunks Paris piece is a contemporary design that brings a radical new twist to trunk accessories. The aluminum and steel structure holds three small cases made of okume wood, each encased in natural milled buckskin with Alcantara trimmings. A rare cellar release from Japan is the Karuizawa 1960 Cask #5627. Possibly the oldest cask of Japanese whisky ever bottled, this 1960 single cask yielded just 41 bottles, achieving legendary status amongst connoisseurs and collectors. From the world of Scotch Single Malts, The Aultmore 31 Year Old Exceptional Cask (Cask no. 1635) is part of John Dewar & Sons Fine Scotch Whisky Emporium which showcases the rare releases of some of the finest and most delectable single cask and single malt expressions. Specially created for Masters of Wines and Spirits, Aultmore Cask no.1635 has the color of antique leather and on the nose, the Oloroso sherry adds weight and complexity, complimented by notes of vanilla, butterscotch, and Seville oranges. The Bruichladdich Special Release showcases three exceptional distillery releases from 1988, 1989 and 1990, presented as the oldest and rarest whiskies of Bruichladdich. Created and bottled on the remote Hebridean island home of Islay, there are only six bottles per edition. From the Bunnahabain distillery, built in 1881, and deriving its name from the Gaelic, Bunnahabhain (Bu-na-ha-venn), meaning “mouth of the river”, comes the Bunnahabhain 1980 Canasta Finish. With only 20 units available, this rare cellar release offers a rich oakiness balanced with sweet dried fruit, treacle toffee, black coffee, cocoa, roasted nuts, and a hint of coastal brininess. Also from Scotland is The Macallan Fine & Rare Master’s selection, specially created for Masters of Wines and Spirits, this unique collection features five fine and rare vintages in 70cl, complemented by savoring samples in 5cl miniatures. The Glenglassaugh Single Cask Collection 1972-1976 is an elegant, unique and rare selection of bottles, offering the whiskey connoisseur a lush, ripe Highland Single Malt Scotch whisky experience. A rare release from The Ladyburn distillery is the Ladyburn 1974, a single malt from William Grant & Sons’ treasured ancient reserves of maturing whisky. More than 30 prestige wines and champagnes are showcased in this year’s collection, including the Harlan Estate Double Magnum 100 Point Trifecta from the United States, a special collection created for DFS as an exclusive release of three vintages in double magnum format and representing three of the most highly regarded vintages produced by Harlan to date. From Australia comes the Penfolds G3, a unique wine entwining three vintages of an Australia icon, Penfolds Grange, spanning seven years. French wines in this year’s collection include The Pavillon Blanc du Chateau Margaux 2010 Double Magnum; the epitome of great Pavillon Blanc vintages. A fine and elegant wine, the 2010 has an exquisite richness and a perfect balance on the palate, thanks to higher than average acidity. Chateau Latour’s Vertical Magnum release provides a rare opportunity to collect six of the most exceptional vintages produced by Latour; the 1996, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2009 and 2010. With only one set being released of the Petrus Magnum Collection 2006, 2007 and 2011, one lucky wine lover will experience one of the famous wine labels in the world. After March 25, the Masters of Wines and Spirits curated collection will be available for travelers and shoppers at DFS, Singapore Changi Airport’s Wines and Spirits Duplexes at Terminals 2 and 3. DFS Masters of Wines and Spirits is part of the DFS Masters Series, a signature program of exhibitions that also includes the highly-anticipated 10th Masters of Time set to take place in Macau this December. The Masters Series is a showcase of the pinnacle of DFS’ leadership and innovation in curating and creating exceptional experiences across its five pillars of luxury: Wines and Spirits, Beauty and Fragrances, Watches and Jewelry, Fashion and Accessories, and Food and Gifts.

Beautiful bottle with the pewter label lasered on the bottle. Nice bouquet of vanilla, oak, earth and redcurrant notes. Medium bodied and chocolate berries on the mid palate. Finish is just a tad short though. RM 88 points

SAVOUR OVER 200 FINE WINES RATED RP90 AND ABOVE IN A DAY AT ROBERT PARKER WINE ADVOCATE’S MATTER OF TASTE SINGAPORE, 27 September 2017 – This October, Robert Parker Wine Advocate, the world’s most recognised authority on wine, is bringing back its much-lauded Matter of Taste wine event at Grand Hyatt Singapore. The fourth edition will feature over 200 iconic wines rated 90 Robert Parker (RP) points and above, including wines rated RP100. Pioneered in Singapore, the signature wine event of the year brings together specially curated wine selections from around the world, and offers expert masterclasses and unforgettable wine-pairing dinners hosted by world-renowned winemakers and Wine Advocate reviewers. In past years, the event has featured over 1,800 fine wines in nine cities, including New York City, London, San Francisco, Hong Kong and Zurich. The Matter of Taste editions have showcased over 600 wineries since inception. Discovery Path of Bordeaux in a Five-Hour Walkabout Tasting on 21 October This year’s edition will focus on Bordeaux and Bordeaux varietals, providing wine connoisseurs and sommeliers the opportunity to compare the styles of great cabernets-merlots from renowned Bordeaux classified growths; Napa Valley’s cult cabernets and South American challengers; top Sauvignons from the Loire Valley to Stellenbosch, Marlborough to Austria; and many more. From 11:30am to 4:30pm on 21 October, and for just S$138 nett which comes with a one-year subscription to Robert Parker Wine Advocate (worth US$99), the walkabout tasting will take you across the globe — from Bordeaux to Tuscany, Friuli, Campana, Macedonia, Penedes, Stellenbosh, Constantia, Mendoza, Maipo, Aedlaide Hills, Barossa, Marlborough, Napa, Sonoma, Washington State and other wine regions. Wine experts, winemakers and renowned wine personalities such as Wine Advocate critic Joe Czervinski will be on deck to share insights on the wines. This is a rare, not-to-be missed wine tasting experience that showcases great wine diversity. Wine lovers who have experienced great wines will be able to make special orders via wine merchants and distributors present at the event. Masterclass Showcase Matter of Taste Singapore will play host to four exclusive wine tasting masterclasses on 21 October, offering guests the opportunity to explore and expand their knowledge of more varieties, styles and wine regions. These Masterclasses will be conducted by winemakers from established wineries as well as international wine reviewer Joe Czervinski, who will touch on the regions of the Rhône Valley (north and south), Languedoc-Roussillon, Australia and New Zealand. Masterclasses include: 1. Cabernet Rock Stars and Dandies Hosted by Joe Czerwinski, Wine Advocate A great opportunity to experience the greatness of Cabernet Sauvignon interpreted by the rock stars and the dandies! Far from having only two schools of styles, there are more to explore and understand here, including the notion of “classics” among the rock stars. Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Ticket price: $88 2. Tua Rita & the Summit of Italian Merlot Lovers of “Super Tuscans” will be delighted with a vertical of Tua Rita that defies gravity, featuring RP94 to RP98 selections from this Italian vineyard that produces one of the best merlots in the world. Guest speaker: Stefano Frascolla, Tua Rita Time: 11:45 AM – 12:45 AM Ticket price: $128 3. The Bad Boy is Back Renowned Bordeaux winemaker Jean-Luc Thunevin will walk the guests through eight vintages and unveil the story of what started as a “garage wine”, from its iconoclastic debut to its grand cru classification and establishment in the top league of Bordeaux’s right bank. Time: 1:30PM–2:30PM Guest speaker: Jean-Luc Thunevin, Chateau Valandraud Ticket price: $138 4. Around the World in 10 Sauvignons Hosted by Joe Czerwinski, Wine Advocate Embark on a journey from the Loire Valley to Stellenbosch, Friuli, Marlborough, Napa, Sonoma,Chile’s Maule Valley & Limari Valley and Austria’s Sudsteiermark. This masterclass will unveil styles as diverse as the vineyards and landscapes these wines come from, and reveal the hallmark of each of these renowned producers. Time: 3:15PM–4:15PM Ticket price: $68 These masterclasses are only available for Matter Of Taste ticket holders. Do not miss the opportunity to join a winemaker’s table at the Grande Finale Dinner on 21 October 2017, 7pm at the Grand Residence Ballroom, Grand Hyatt. The dinner, which was sold out last year, offers guests the opportunity to rub shoulders and enjoy outstanding bottles with some of the world’s best winemakers, wine critics and importers. Priced at S$258, this dinner is a celebration of the finest wines and will be free seating, allowing all guests to share bottles and stories over a good dinner. Find out more about the Matter of Taste event here: https://www.gastromonth.com/wine/

JOHNNIE WALKER GREEN LABEL 15 YO – BLENDED MALT SCOTCH WHISKY IS BACK IN SINGAPORE ‘BY POPULAR DEMAND’ Singapore, 10 April 2017: Back by popular demand, Johnnie Walker, the number one Scotch whisky in the world, is reintroducing its much-loved blended malt Scotch whisky in Singapore. Originally introduced in 2005, Johnnie Walker Green Label is crafted from malt whiskies from classic distilleries across Scotland that have been matured for a minimum of 15 years. Johnnie Walker revised its range in 2012 with the introduction of Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve and Johnnie Walker Platinum Label after which Johnnie Walker Green Label was discontinued across global markets with the exception of Taiwan where it has remained on sale. Johnnie Walker has since announced that it was bringing the blend back into its range globally, including Singapore. “Johnnie Walker Green Label is an extraordinary whisky that stems from the exceptional craftsmanship of our blenders and their skill in selecting and blending malt whiskies to deliver a rich, balanced blend and multi-dimensional flavour profile,” shared David White, Director & General Manager, Moet Hennessy Diageo. “We have listened closely to our consumers, and are delighted to be able to respond to popular demand and reintroduce the blend in this market.” Johnnie Walker Green Label is a blend of only malt whiskies. It is crafted from a palette of Speyside, Highland, Lowland and Island malts, delivering all the character of a single malt whisky, but with a greater depth and wider flavour experience. The unique flavour profile of Johnnie Walker Green Label is a result of the careful balancing of four key signature styles, represented by Talisker, Linkwood, Cragganmore and Caol Ila. Talisker from the Isle of Skye, with its wood smoke, pepper, oak and rich fruits, gives the blend power and depth of character. Linkwood, a distinctive Speyside malt, adds the finesse with its light garden fruits and flowers and cedar wood notes. Cragganmore, a sweet and fragrant Speyside malt, gives the blend an exceptional malty heart and hints of sweet wood smoke and sandalwood. Finally, Caol Ila – the Isle of Islay’s best kept secret – is a very special malt which brings an element of maritime mystery through its notes of rich fruit, drying sea salt and peat smoke, each adding to the natural intensity of Johnnie Walker Green Label. To celebrate the return of Johnnie Walker Green Label, guests were treated to a sensorial journey at KPO Café Bar, transporting them to an immersive world featuring the four malt whiskies that make up Johnnie Walker Green Label. Fabricio Marques, Business Development Manager, Diageo was on hand to guide guests through an exclusive Blenders’ Room experience, where they curated their own blend with different malt and grain whiskies. Dr Jim Beveridge, Johnnie Walker Master Blender, said, “The challenge of Johnnie Walker Green Label is to have a wide flavour spectrum from malts matured for at least 15 years in American and European Oak, ensuring that those flavours really complement each other and work in harmony to create a blend of great complexity which, at its heart, is true to the Johnnie Walker style of big and bold flavours with a signature smokiness. Crafting this blend is all about making the aromas more pronounced and vibrant, allowing us to shape a blend that has the depth of character which just isn’t possible from one malt whisky alone.” Johnnie Walker Green Label has won a string of international awards including Double Gold and Best Blended Scotch at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in both 2006 and 2007. Available from 6th April onwards, the Johnnie Walker Green Label is priced at $101 (75cl bottle) and available at selected retail stores and e-commerce partners.

The Dalmore 50-year-old Single Malt in harmony with Richard Paterson Singapore, 3 May 2017 – The definitive luxury malt, The Dalmore is set to release an exceptionally rare, Domaine Henri Giraud champagne-finished, 50 year old single malt to mark its Master Distiller Richard Paterson’s 50th year in the whisky industry. As the creative force behind some of the most iconic and innovative releases in the world, Richard Paterson’s passion, expertise and artistry has seen him pioneer the art of maturation and cask finishing which has been instrumental to the success of The Dalmore. Building on the celebrations surrounding Richard’s 50th anniversary, the limited edition, The Dalmore 50 year old has been meticulously crafted in partnership with four other legendary luxury houses, to serve as a fitting tribute to each year of his illustrious career. With up to 50 decanters released, which will be hand-filled on order, The Dalmore 50 has been matured in American white oak, Matusalem oloroso sherry casks from the world-renowned Gonzalez Byass Bodega and port Colheita pipes from the Douro region of Portugal, before undertaking a final finesse for 50 days in rare champagne casks from Domaine Henri Giraud. Paterson did not select the champagne cask by chance. Considered to be one of the region’s hidden gems, Domaine Henri Giraud family estate is regularly lauded by experts from around the globe and is one of the only champagne houses to still mature their wines in casks. The casks selected have a unique intensity and aromatic complexity, giving Paterson the final flourish of wood needed to create this exceptional expression. To hold this unique whisky, the artisans at prestigious French crystal house Baccarat have skilfully created crystal decanters, each of which will be held within a presentation case designed and crafted by the accomplished furniture makers at LINLEY. Finally, each decanter will be adorned with a solid silver stag, created by silversmiths Hamilton & Inches, holder of The Royal Warrant. Richard Paterson, Master Distiller at The Dalmore said: “This is a special year for me so I chose to finesse this whisky in a champagne cask, as this magnificent drink is synonymous with celebratory occasions. Bringing the champagne together with Matusalem oloroso sherry and port is perhaps the greatest example to date of our ability to innovate in both maturation and cask finishing while preserving the signature flavours of The Dalmore. This whisky is exceptional, as are the luxurious and sophisticated finishes applied by the craftsmen at Domaine Henri Giraud, Baccarat, Linley and Hamilton & Inches. They are true masters of their art and it is a pleasure to have worked with them to bring the 50 year old to life in such a magnificent way.” Journey of The Dalmore 50 1966: The Dalmore new make spirit began its journey in American white oak exBourbon casks 2003: The maturing whisky is transferred to Matusalem oloroso sherry casks 2012: The whisky is transferred to Port Colheita pipes 2016: In January of 2016, the spirit was transferred to Bourbon barrels as it reached its desiredtaste profile, prior to finessing November 2016: The whisky was finessed in Domaine Henri Giraud Champagne casks for 50days before bottlingCelebrating Richard’s 50th anniversary in the whisky industry – the majority of which spent at Whyte & Mackay and The Dalmore Distillery in the Scottish Highlands, he first took on this illustrious career back in 1966. Learning the ropes about whisky making coincided with the gradual rise of whisky blending at that time, and the expressions he has created over the last 10 years has been produced with such superior quality and finishing that he has come to be known as one of the most revered whisky connoisseurs. Richard’s exceptional gift for discerning the structure of whisky solely based on smell had also earned him the title of ‘The Nose’ in his road to whisky mastery. He can often nose hundreds of samples of expressions over the course of a day. Match with an unparalleled passion, expertise and intimate knowledge of rare casks has also led to the creation of a super luxury single malt category, a category that The Dalmore continues to define until today. 50 years on and Richard is still the custodian of The Dalmore, creating and developing some of Scotland’s oldest and rarest whisky stocks. Richard has made it his mission to continually evolve the art of multi-cask maturation and finishing, which has led to definitive releases such as The Dalmore King Alexander III, the first single malt whisky in the world to achieve a six cask finish. The Dalmore Constellation Collection is another example which includes a selection of 21 single cask releases which perfectly showcase the depth and complexity of stocks, a signature of The Dalmore. As part of the worldwide tasting tour commemorating Richard Paterson’s 50th Anniversary with The Dalmore, he will be stopping by Singapore on 24th May 2017 for a visit, before continuing on for the Asia leg. For inquiries, please call The Dalmore concierge hotline at +65 9108 5545. For more information, please visit www.thedalmore.com