DFS Group will unveil its fourth annual Masters of Wines & Spirits collection in Singapore this November showcasing some of the rarest and finest wine, Champagne and spirits in the world.

 

This year, the LVMH-owned duty free and travel retailer has curated a collection of over 80 pieces from 65 renowned houses – the most diverse collection in the history of this annual event.

 

Following its unveiling on 8 November, the 2014 Masters of Wines & Spirits collection will be exhibited at DFS stores in Terminals 1, 2 and 3 at Singapore’s Changi airport as part of a public showcase.

 

DFS says that the 2014 range is the culmination of visits to vineyards, distilleries and cellars across four continents, and extensive research by DFS’s wine and spirits experts.

 

The launch will be in an intimate home setting in a historic part of Singapore aimed at creating “an immersive luxury experience”. Centred around the idea that entertaining at home is the ultimate expression of luxury, guests will meet other connoisseurs, collectors, brand ambassadors, and many of the masters behind the exhibited items – from winemakers to master distillers.

 

“Every year, we collaborate with the world’s most loved wine, Champagne and spirits houses to curate collections of great range and rare quality,” says Harold Brooks (left), President, Global Merchandising, DFS Group. “Meeting the world’s most influential individuals, who will illuminate the stories of each piece, makes the experience for connoisseurs and collectors even more special.”

 

RARITIES ON DISPLAY

Over 30 rare Armagnacs, baijius, Cognac, Scotch whiskies and single malt whiskies make up the collection. Highlights include the debut of the 45-year-old from The Dalmore distillery (right), home to some of Scotland’s most precious and rare whisky stocks, and the 4th edition of the renowned Master of Photography Series by The Macallan (below left).

 

Also key among the standouts is the Chabot Armagnac 88 Year Old & 108 Year Old Collection Set (below right) and The Queen’s Carafe from Martell.

 

“The Dalmore 45 year old is an assemblage of rare Dalmores drawn from the finest woods from 1967, 1968 and 1969. Quite simply, this whisky is stunning,” says Dalmore Master Distiller Richard Paterson. Commenting on the event he adds: “I believe I speak on behalf of all the producers involved when I say that the DFS Masters of Wines & Spirits Collection surprises us each year with what is undoubtedly one of the finest ranges of rare and exclusive wine and spirits in Asia.”

 

NOT FORGETTING WINES…

Beyond whiskies, the November showcase will also feature over 50 outstanding pieces of vintage wines and Champagnes. Among them will be Penfolds’ 1990 Collection, Perrier-Jouët’s The Belle Époque Rosé 2005 Mathuselah [a 6-litre format not previously released – pictured below], and the 45 Years of Château Margaux Magnum Collection.

 

“This year’s Masters of Wines and Spirits range may be the best yet,” says wine critic James Suckling, one of several personalities DFS has invited to accompany the many brand ambassadors and experts scheduled to be on site for the collection’s unveiling. “DFS has truly outdone itself with its selection,” he adds.

 

Also attending will be Michelin star chef Jason Atherton, mixologist and spirits expert Michael Callahan and American television personality Kelly Choi.

 

DFS Masters of Wines & Spirits is part of the DFS Masters Collection, a programme of exhibitions that also includes the inaugural Masters of Fragrances held in Abu Dhabi earlier this year, and Masters of Time set to take place in Macau this December. DFS aims to be recognised as a leader across what it considers to be its five pillars of luxury: Wines & Spirits, Beauty & Fragrances, Watches & Jewellery, Fashion a&nd Accessories, and Food & Gifts.