{"id":41032,"date":"2019-03-26T15:25:03","date_gmt":"2019-03-26T15:25:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dutyfreehunter.com\/blog\/?p=41032"},"modified":"2019-03-26T15:25:03","modified_gmt":"2019-03-26T15:25:03","slug":"dfs-opens-8th-prestigious-masters-wines-spirits-event-singapore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dutyfreehunter.com\/blog\/dfs-opens-8th-prestigious-masters-wines-spirits-event-singapore\/","title":{"rendered":"DFS opens the 8th prestigious Masters of Wines and Spirits event in Singapore"},"content":{"rendered":"

DFS Group (DFS), the world\u2019s leading luxury travel retailer, in partnership with Changi Airport Group, has opened its eighth annual Masters of Wines and Spirits event in Singapore. The most celebrated and prestigious event in the industry, Masters of Wines and Spirits will showcase a curation of 140 of the rarest and finest whiskies, wines, Cognacs and Champagne from around the world, all under one roof.<\/p>\n

The 2019 edition of Masters of Wines and Spirits took place on Saturday, 23 March and Sunday, 24 March, bringing together esteemed guests from around the world. The event is an annual testament to DFS\u2019 leadership in global travel retail, as well as highlighting the expertise of DFS\u2019 merchants who spend a year of extensive research to selectively curate a world-class, bespoke collection of wines and spirits.<\/p>\n

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Hosted at Infinite Studios, Singapore\u2019s state-of-the-art studio, this year\u2019s edition of Masters of Wines and Spirits explored the theme of \u201cMasters at Work\u201d \u2013 an homage to those who have acquired complete knowledge or skill in a subject, technique or artform and whose passionate commitment to their task continues to raise the bar for all others in the field. DFS celebrates six masters across a spectrum of backgrounds. Guests were taken on an interactive and immersive journey through activations and experiences that explore each brand\u2019s heritage and which ignite the senses.<\/p>\n

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The six \u201cMasters at Work\u201d are: Brooke Supernaw of DFS as Master of Curation, Ewan Gunn of Diageo as Master of Whisky, Sarah Burgess of The Macallan as Master of Malt, Fabrice Papin of Ch\u00e2teau Lafite Rothschild as Master of Wine, Hidetsugu Ueno of Bar High Five as Master of Cocktails and DJ Arthur Bray as Master of Music.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe eighth edition of Masters of Wines and Spirits showcases another outstanding collection of more than 140 masterpieces from 60 of the world\u2019s most legendary wine and spirits houses,\u201d said Brooke Supernaw, Senior Vice President Spirits, Wine, Tobacco and Gifts, DFS Group. \u201cHere at DFS, we take pride in curating an ever-growing collection of wines and spirits that become more exclusive, bespoke, rare or limited-edition each year, and which capture the heritage and craftsmanship of each brand.\u201d<\/p>\n

The 140-piece strong curation \u2013 featuring collectable items such as the oldest whisky ever released by The Macallan family, The Macallan 72 Year Old in Lalique \u2013 The Genesis Decanter; a set of three extremely rare vintages, The Ch\u00e2teau Lafite Rothschild Double Magnum Collection; and an exceptionally unique bottle produced from the owner\u2019s original stocks – Port Ellen\u2019s 39 Year Old. The collection will also be showcased and celebrated at Changi Airport through a series of activations at Terminals 2 and 3 until the end of April.<\/strong><\/p>\n

DFS\u2019 Masters of Wines and Spirits 2019 Collection<\/strong><\/p>\n

More than 80 Cognacs and Whiskies make up this year\u2019s collection and include The Dalmore Constellation Vintage 1973 Drinking Cabinet<\/strong>, a very special bespoke and handcrafted cabinet commissioned by Richard Paterson, containing The Constellation Vintage 1973 (cask no.10). The Bunnahabhain 39-Year-Old Spanish Octave Finish, an exclusive limited edition piece that forms part of the new Bunnahabhain Element Series which is crafted around the importance of various elements impacting on the character of each Bunnahabhain whisky, and the DFS Exclusive, Caol Ila 35 Year Old boasting a fine freshness, cleanliness and precision for its age.<\/p>\n

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The Glenfiddich 45-Year-Old<\/strong>, an exclusive blend for DFS Masters of Wines and Spirits, honors a whisky-making tradition dating back to 1887 and is a true reflection of the passion and innovative spirit passed down through all five generations of the Grant family. Possibly the last ever cask of Karuizawa Single Malt to be bottled in Japan is the Karuizawa Single Cask 1995. Port Ellen 39-Year-Old is an elegant complex 39 year old Single Malt Whisky, unlocked from the heart of Port Ellen and expertly married from a selection of ex-Bourbon and ex-Sherry refill casks.<\/p>\n

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Macallan presents The Macallan 72-Year-Old In Lalique<\/strong> \u2013 The Genesis Decanter, the oldest whisky ever released by the Macallan family in commemoration of the opening of its new Distillery and Visitor Experience. Presented in a bespoke limited-edition crystal decanter handcrafted by Lalique, this exceptional whisky celebrates the collaboration of masters from across the fields of whisky, crystal, architecture, construction and craftsmanship. Also from the Macallan family comes The Macallan Fine & Rare Decades Collection<\/strong>. Created exclusively for DFS, the collection features five Fine & Rare vintages from 1938, 1947, 1954, 1965, 1976, each drawn from a single unique cask, denoting key historical events for the year.<\/p>\n

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From the world of wine, DFS presents more than 60 collections including The Ch\u00e2teau Lafite Rothschild Double Magnum Collection<\/strong>, a rare opportunity to collect three of the great vintages produced by the estate in big formats and The Ch\u00e2teau Mouton Rothschild Magnum Collection, a unique six-vintage magnum set of exceptional vintages from 1988 to 2009.<\/p>\n

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The Penfolds 2015 Bin 707 Cabernet Sauvignon Imperial<\/strong> is one of the world\u2019s most iconic Cabernet Sauvignons and a true representation of the Penfolds \u2018House Style\u2019 and has shown its ability to age with grace and finesse since the first vintage in 1964. All great wines begin with a great site, and the Continuum Tim Mondavi Library Vertical Selection is a unique collection offering an opportunity to enjoy a vertical flight of Continuum vintages from 2010 through 2015.<\/p>\n

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Giving reason to celebrate is the Rare Le Secret Magnum Vintage 1997<\/strong> With Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire from Piper-Heidsieck. Inspired by the muse of both Maisons, Marie- Antoinette, Queen of France, Rare Le Secret High Jewellery is royally embellished with a one- carat precious stone, interwoven golden bands set with 510 diamonds. Presented in a majestic box, this spectacular edition has been for more than 20 years in the cellar of R\u00e9gis Camus, Rare Champagne\u2019s Cellar Master.<\/p>\n

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DFS Masters of Wines and Spirits is part of the DFS Masters Series, a signature program of exhibitions around the world. The Masters Series is a showcase of the pinnacle of DFS\u2019 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.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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