Resorts World Sentosa to recognise the world’s greatest wines at the second edition of Wine Pinnacle Awards with a specially curated programme and new awards categories.
To be held between 28 October and 1 November 2022, the five-day exclusive premium event gathers the who’s who in the industry as well as celebrates diversity, excellence and innovation in the world of wines which then culminates into a prestigious wine awards ceremony featuring 52 nominees over 18 categories.
This year’s program has been meticulously curated to distinguish the awards as Southeast Asia’s most prominent and unprecedented wine festival for oenophiles.
“The Wine Pinnacle Awards has always been positioned as an avenue to celebrate diversity, excellence and innovation in the world of wines. Throughout these five days, guests at RWS will not only discover and appreciate the art of wine-making, they can even enjoy intimate and exclusive wine pairing dinners, pairing exceptional wines with exquisite menus from world-famous celebrity chefs; a Masterclass Experience for enthusiasts and investors to discover new gems; and a two-day Wine Industry Symposium for wine and hospitality professionals."
– Scott Peterson, Vice President, Lifestyle, Resorts World Sentosa
As the world’s first wine awards based solely on nominations, this event will recognise the finest wines and wine professionals the world has to offer, representing the opinions of 61 jury members from around the globe – comprising Masters of Wine, Master Sommeliers, wine professionals and luminaries and the illustrious five-member Technical Committee headed by Ms Jeannie Cho Lee, the first Asian Master of Wine, Andreas Larsson (Sweden); Doug Frost (United States); Kenichi Ohashi (Japan) and Oz Clarke (United Kingdom).
The Wine Pinnacle Awards is a pioneering award that considers wines from every region without restrictions on origin and without the need for entry fees. An esteemed panel of Master Sommeliers, Masters of Wine, and premier critics are assembled into an expert jury, responsible for nominating the most deserving of wines.
The Award Categories
Meticulously defined to highlight the best wines without the conventional restrictions, the 18 inclusive award categories include ready to drink ‘Mature Wines’, ‘Best Recent Releases’, ‘Best Friend of the Earth’, and the inclusion of new categories ‘Comfort Wines’ and ‘Pandemic Hero’.
The Masterclass Experience, Wine and Dine Sessions, and Wine Industry Symposium
Wine lovers can look forward to the Masterclass Experience on 29 October and 30 October 2022 – where Technical Committee members will drive deeper conversations in a series of masterclasses for wine-lovers, featuring hidden gems of the wine world including Henschke, Maison M. Chapoutier, Château Haut-Brion and Château La Mission Haut-Brion, Tempos Vega Sicilia and wines of Saint-Emilion – Pomerol – Fronsac. Delegates can delve into the people, history, and stories behind each bottle of wine.
Learn to navigate the dynamic future of the wine industry in this two-day presentation. Join an illustrious panel of speakers as they discuss key topics like new areas of technology, economic growth, and the impact of climate change on wine, sharing insights and knowledge with business leaders, to help businesses thrive amidst contemporary market trends.
When it comes to fine dining, few are as luxurious and indulgent as a wine pairing experience. Every day from 28 October to 31 October 2022, the resort will play host to decadent wine affairs where guests can partake in carefully curated food and wine pairing brunches and dinners. Fine wines will be complemented by equally fine food crafted by the world’s best Michelin-starred chefs, including Mr Arnaud Dunand Sauthier. Today, Chef Arnaud is based in Bangkok where he recently opened his own restaurant Maison Arnaud, he shares about the Wine Pinnacle Awards: “I always like to work with wine maker and try to do the best pairing with my food, a restaurant for me is really a full experience, and I am very honour to be part of a great wine event."
The Wine Pinnacle Awards Gala Dinner and Ceremony
Concluding the five-day celebration of prestige and innovation in the world of wines is the Wine Pinnacle Awards Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony on 1 November 2022. Held in the Resorts World Ballroom, the black-tie soirée will gather key industry experts, influencers, sponsors, peers, and wine luminaries from across the globe.
Tickets are limited and open for reservations now. For the latest news about the event, please visit: www.winepinnacle.com
2019 Domaine Jean Foillard, Morgon, Beaujolais, France
2019 Domaine Marcel Lapierre, Morgon, Beaujolais, France
2020 Domaine Marcel Lapierre, Morgon, Beaujolais, France
Comfort Rosé < 40 Euros
2020 Domaine Tempier, Bandol Rosé, Bandol, France
2020 Château Miraval, Côtes de Provence Rosé, Provence, France
2020 Château d’Esclans, Whispering Angel Rosé, Provence, France
BEST FRIEND OF THE EARTH
Best Friend Of The Earth (Winery)
Bodegas Torres, Penedès, Spain
Domaine Leflaive, Burgundy, France
Domaine Zind-Humbrecht, Alsace, France
TECHNICAL COMMITTEE’S CHOICE
Pandemic Hero (Personality)
Special award
ABOUT RESORTS WORLD SENTOSA
Resorts World Sentosa (RWS), Asia’s premium lifestyle destination resort, is located on Singapore’s resort island of Sentosa. Spanning 49 hectares, RWS is home to world-class attractions including Universal Studios Singapore, S.E.A. Aquarium, Dolphin Island and Adventure Cove Waterpark. Complementing the adventure and adrenaline of its theme parks and attractions are six unique luxury hotels, the world-class Resorts World Convention Centre and a casino. RWS offers award-winning dining experiences and exciting cuisines from around the world across its many renowned celebrity chef restaurants, establishing itself as a key player in Singapore’s vibrant and diverse dining scene and a leading gourmet destination in Asia for epicureans. The integrated resort also offers world-class entertainment, from concerts to public shows. RWS has been named “Best Integrated Resort" since 2011 for nine consecutive years at the TTG Travel Awards which recognises the best of Asia-Pacific’s travel industry.
RWS is wholly owned by Genting Singapore, a company of the Genting Group. For more information, please visit www.rwsentosa.com
