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Fri 24 Feb 2012

Burgundy – the new favourite in China

Chinese interest in wine has developed at a rapid rate. While some nations might take years to develop their taste for wines, in China, trends for wine has changed in a little over a year.

Wed 30 Nov 2011

Test Your Palate Wine Tasting Event Returns

‘Test your Palate’ Wine Tasting Event is back by popular demand after an overwhelmingly successful debut in 2011, and follow up event in 2012.

Fri 4 Nov 2011

Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Wine and Spirit Competition Results Announced

The Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Wine & Spirit Competition (HKIWSC) – considered to be the largest pan-Asian wine and spirit competition, is today pleased to announce the winning wines and spirits most suited to the Asian taste profile following four days of blind tasting

Mon 31 Oct 2011

Drinking the World's Wine - Interview with Guest VIP Judge Alberto Antonini

Italian wine expert Alberto Antonini is the Guest VIP Judge at this year’s Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Wine & Spirit Competition. This latest edition of what’s billed as the world’s first truly Asian wine competition, was for the first time, opened to spirit categories.

Thu 16 Jun 2011

HK wine imports sustain rapid growth

Wine imports to Hong Kong increased by as much as 78% in the first two months of 2011, according to Benjamin Chau, deputy executive director the Hong Kong Trade Development Council .

Wed 1 Jun 2011

VIP Judge for the 2011 Cathay Pacific International Wine & Spirit Competition announced

The Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Wine and Spirit Competition (HKIWSC) name Alberto Antonini as the guest VIP judge for 2011.

Thu 26 May 2011

Chinese wine consumers developing greater confidence

Speaking to the drinks business this week, Don St Pierre Jr, CEO of ASC Fine Wines, said: “While typically consumers are interested in Cabernet Sauvignon or certain regions, with Bordeaux being the most important, what we are starting to see is that the consumer who

Thu 5 May 2011

Bordeaux has special designs on Chinese consumer

Considering the sudden and massive price increase in Lafite after the addition of a Chinese symbol for its 2008 release , followed by a similarly large jump in value when Mouton-Rothschild unveiled a Chinese-designed label for the same vintage , more chåteaux are tweaking their

Wed 23 Mar 2011

Cathay Pacific HK IWSC judge Subhash Arora wins OIV

Subhash Arora, President of Indian Wine Academy and Editor of delWine, India’s first online magazine on wine, food and hospitality, becomes the first and only Indian being awarded the prestigious Mérite de l’OIV (OIV Merit) honour by the Paris- based organisation in recognition of his

Mon 28 Feb 2011

Competition Director Simon Tam becomes Christie's "Head of Wine" for China

Based in Hong Kong, Simon Tam will be responsible for developing Christie's wine sales in Asia, with particular focus on client relationships in Greater China.

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“Winning a silver medal in the HKIWSC has truly helped my product to achieve international credibility regarding its taste. This has positively affected decision making of several new merchants who now carry my product.”Kaustav BagchiOwner, Lamai Thai Spirits
“Louis Royer Cognac has been entering the Hong Kong International Wine & Spirit Competition for many years. This competition is regarded as the most respected in Asian countries. Winning an award is a high honour for our brand and a further seal of quality for our multi-award winning Cognac.”Carol FrugierMarketing and Communications Manager, Louis Royer Cognac
“Adding to our success over the past few years at the HKIWSC, winning a trophy means so much to us as we have just recently entered the Chinese market with our brandies. The Chinese market is unique, which makes it even more exciting to know that Oude Molen VOV Brandy is well accepted.”Kobus GelderblomBrandy Master, Oude Molen Distillery
“It is a great honour for us to receive this award and we are very thankful about the reputation from wine enthusiasts in China. This award is a testament to the fact that our white wines not only match the traditional Austrian food but also matches perfectly with the Asian cuisine.”Katja PflogschWinemaker, Domäne Wachau
“Having won three trophies in the last four years in different food & wine matching categories at HKIWSC has showcased Pegeric Pinot Noir and its suitability with Asian cuisines leading to its listing with one of Australia’s top restaurant – Melbourne’s iconic Flower Drum.”Chris CormackCEO, Pegeric Wines
“To get recognition from such a prestigious panel is vey rewarding indeed, and proves that our wines are made in a style that is truly food friendly. The HKIWSC has become one of the year’s most well-respected wine competitions globally. For us, the food match component is a fantastic chance to demonstrate how well our wines compliment so many different flavours. Moreover, it is a competition known and valued by our customers so a trophy can be hugely influential.””Susanna MayerWinemaker, Yealings
“Awards and medals at the HKIWSC have been like a stamp of approval to the quality of our wines. Because it is an Asian-focused competition, I know that my wines are being judged and measured by the same yardstick as all the other wines, given our viticultural conditions are quite unique compared with the rest of the world. These medals give me and, more importantly, my consumers the confidence that my wines stand apart from the competition.”Kalash GurnaniWinemaker, York Winery
“We are very proud of our results. One of our key focuses is the Asian market, so we really want to make our wines special and desirable for this market. That’s why we want to enter this competition and be evaluated by the expert judging panel.”Sofia Cajewski Winemaker, Cremaschi Furlotti
“We at Yealands Estate Wines are proud to be recognized by the Hong Kong International Wine & Spirit Competition. The organization is held in the highest regard and our success in the competitions has become a strong voice for our quality around the globe.”Avram DeitchGlobal Marketing Manager, Yealands Wine Group
“Winning awards in reputable international wine shows such as the Cathay Pacific HKIWSC is one of the many ways of educating our consumers and giving them confidence in purchasing the Saint Clair brand. This enhances brand perception an in turn increases sales across our entire portfolio of wines.”Maria EastonWinemaker, Saint Clair Family Estate

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