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Sparkling Business Opportunities for the Wine Industry

HKTDC Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair
10-12 November 2016
Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre


Wine Fair Opening Day Sparkles with Thrilling Events


With more than 1,060 exhibitors from 37 countries and regions, the HKTDC Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair 2016 is a brilliant world of fine wines. This year Croatia, Finland and Philippines participate for the first time and new pavilions have been organised by the Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion Foundation; Bulgarian Wine Export Association; Economic and Information Technology Commission of Guizhou Province, Chinese mainland; Fukushima and Kyushu Prefectures of Japan; Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Food of the Republic of Slovenia; FENADEGAS, Portugal and the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States.

The broadening of the exhibitor profile through these new participants has created an even more colourful atmosphere for the fair and will introduce buyers to beverages products they may not have encountered before.

Product Highlights from the new pavilion & exhibitor
Pavilion: Bulgarian Wine
Export Association


Alexandra Estate Merlot & Cabernet Sauvignon & Petit Verdot
Alexandra Estate OOD
Booth: 3D-B26
Pavilion: Distilled Spirits Council of the United States

Death's Door Gin
Death's Door Spirits LLC
Booth: 3CON-059
Pavilion: Distilled Spirits Council of the United States

James E. Pepper 1776 Rye Whisky
James E.Pepper Distilling Co
Booth: 3CON-059
Pavilion: Japan Kyushu Pavilion


Kawabe
Sengetsu Shuzo Co Ltd
Booth: 3D-D20
Exhibitor from Finland

Laplandia Vodka
Shaman Spirits
Booth: 3C-E34

 A Salute to Slovenian Winemaking
Visitors could learn much about the wines of the Republic of Slovenia, which is firmly in the spotlight this year. Located in southern Central Europe, Slovenia enjoys a climate of diverse geography with three microclimates and shares the northern latitudes of 45 and 47 degrees with the world’s most renowned and prolific wine producing regions like Bordeaux, Burgundy and northern Rhône. About 70% of Slovenia’s wines have attained that premium level of quality.

The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Food of the Republic of Slovenia has organised a pavilion to showcase fine Slovenian wines that are less familiar to buyers in Hong Kong and Asia. Buyers will be able to sample the wines and find out more about the climate and terroir that are conducive to viticulture in Slovenia.

Product Highlights

Zlata Radgonska Penina
Radgonske Gorice D D
Booth: 3D-C31B

CAPODISTIRA MERLOT 2011
Vinakras Zoo Sezana
Booth: 3D-C33A

REX FUSCUS
Vinakras Zoo Sezana
Booth: 3D-C33A

TERAN PRESTIGE DRY
Vinakras Zoo Sezana
Booth: 3D-C33A

 Product Highlights

Héritage N° 291
Barton & Guestier
Booth: 3G-B07

Cavas De Crianza Blend
Clos De Los Siete S.A.
Booth: 3C-D02

Priorat Legitim De Muller
De Muller
Booth: 3D-A24

Noah Estate Riesling
Israel International Wine
Chateau HK

Booth: 3E-D11

Chianti Classico Nunzi Conti
Nunzi Conti
Booth: 3F-A14

Caricature Chardonnay
Oriental Pearl (Hong Kong) Limited
Booth: 3E-B02

Château Toulouze Grand Cuvée AOC
Rastignac (HK) Limited
Booth: 3E-C02

Tomich Hill Family Reserve
Tomich Wines
Booth: 3C-D07

Verdegar Esolha Branco
Vercoope
Booth: 3C-B20

Holle Spatburgunder
Weingut Thorle GbR
Booth: 3D-B02

 Spirits and craft beers spark interest
It’s not all about wine. More than 100 exhibitors are presenting a wide variety of spirits. The Whisky and Spirits Zone has been so successful, it returns with top-notch exhibitors to help visitors enrich their knowledge through tastings and educational workshops.

The Beer Zone is the place to see and sample craft beers from artisan breweries, a trend which is sweeping the world.

Iwai Tradition Wine Cask
Finish Blended Whisky
AF Partners Limited
Booth: 3CON-075

Glencadam 15
Angus Dundee Distillers PLC
Booth: 3CON-060

La Divine
Beer Trader Asia
Booth: 3CON-069

Benrinnes 6 year old 2009
Hepburn's Choice
Jon Dory Limited
Booth: 3CON-063

Sanran Daiginjo
Sake Brewerys of Tochigi
Booth: 3D-D25

Dukang Rice Wine
Shaanxi Dukang Liquor
Group Co., Ltd

Booth: 3G-E04
 
What's On 10 Nov (Thu)
9:15am – 10:15am
wine2wine Asia “The Aftermath of 9/9: is E-Commerce the Future of Wine Business in China?”
Venue: Hall 3F Stand E26

10am
Opening Ceremony*
Venue: Expo Drive Entrance

10:45am – 11:30am
Tasting Award-Winning Spirits Awarded by HKIWSC
Venue: Ice Bar, Hall 3FG Concourse

11am – 12nn
Learning How To Blind Taste Red Wines/Grapes Varieties
Venue: Wine Gallery, Hall 3C

11am – 12nn
Milestones of Germany's Viticulture
Venue: Seminar Room, Hall 3E Concourse

11am – 12nn
New Wines of Ancient Thrace – The Well Kept Secret
Venue: Wine Tasting Room A, Hall 3C

12nn – 1:30pm
Discover Excellent Wines From Slovenia – Taste the Slovenian Identity
Venue: Grand Tasting Room, Hall 3E Concourse

12:30pm – 1:15pm
Tasting Winning Whiskies Awarded by the HKIWSC
Venue: Whisky and Brandy Bar, Hall 3E South Concourse

1pm – 2pm
Wines of Portugal -  Discover 4 of the Most Typical Regions
Venue: Wine Tasting Room A, Hall 3C

2pm – 3pm
The Great American Whiskey Experience
Venue: Whisky and Brandy Bar, Hall 3E South Concourse

2pm – 3pm
WSET Asia Pacific Ltd.  – Hong Kong Office Launch*
Venue: Wine Gallery, Hall 3C

2pm – 5pm
Wine Industry Conference
Venue: Seminar Room, Hall 3E Concourse

2:30pm – 3pm
Sensational Moment with SANDEMAN
Venue: Ice Bar, Hall 3FG Concourse

2:30pm – 3:45pm
Tasting of China’s Top Baijiu (Chinese Spirits)
Venue: Wine Tasting Room B, Hall 3F

3pm – 4pm
Japanese Wine & Spirits Grand Tasting Session with Sake Samurai Mr Elliot Faber I
Venue: Grand Tasting Room, Hall 3D Concourse

4pm – 4:45pm
Mars Whisky, Japan (Hombo Shuzo)
Venue: Whisky and Brandy Bar, Hall 3E South Concourse

4pm – 5pm
Craft American Spirits
Venue: Ice Bar, Hall 3FG Concourse

4pm – 5:30pm
Wines from Bierzo - The Keys to Success
Venue: Wine Tasting Room A, Hall 3C

4:30pm – 6pm
“Wine.Luxe” x “Hong Kong Wine Journey” Top 10 Food & Wine Pairing Restaurant Award 2016*
Venue: Wine Gallery, Hall 3C

5pm – 6pm
Selling Wines to China – Growing Trend of Cross-Border E-Commerce
Venue: Wine Tasting Room B, Hall 3F

5:30pm – 6:15pm
Introduction of Scotch Glenbrynth Whisky
Venue: Whisky and Brandy Bar, Hall 3E South Concourse

6pm – 8pm
Treasure of France - Chardonnay & Pinot Noir*
Venue: Grand Tasting Room, Hall 3E Concourse

6:30pm – 7:30pm
Fine Wine Tasting Session
Venue: Seminar Room, Hall 3E Concourse

7pm – 8pm
Cocktail Reception and Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Wine and Spirit Competition Award Presentation Ceremony*
Venue: Chancellor Room Foyer

8pm – 10pm
Gala Wine Dinner*
Venue: Chancellor Room

*By invitation only

Event schedule

 Media briefed on action-packed fair
Sophia Chong, Assistant Executive Director, HKTDC, and Debra Meiburg, Master of Wine & Director, Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Wine & Spirit Competition, met with members of the local media and the trade press prior to the fair on 20 October. The journalists were briefed on the fair and the competition. The media took the opportunity to meet and interview the exhibitors face-to-face.

Sophia Chong, Assistant Executive Director, HKTDC, (middle) along with the representatives and guests from the industry toasted for the success of the fair

 Today’s Events and Attractions for Wines of the World
There are over 70 events associated with the fair, all of them ready to reward visitors with a great experience. There are grand tastings, wine tastings, master classes, the famous Wine Industry Conference, as well as seminars and Buyer Forums. For meeting other buyers and learning about cocktails and spirits, there are the convivial Ice Bar and the Whisky and Brandy Bar.


Wine Industry Conference (Seminar Room, Hall 3E Concourse)
Undoubtedly a highlight of HKTDC Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair is the Wine Industry Conference annually. The conference serves as a perfect platform for the exchange of up-to-date wine market intelligence.


The theme of the conference this year is Uncover the Opportunities of the New Cool Climate Wine Trend with Master of Wine Debra Meiburg as programme advisor and moderator.



This year, international renowned speakers from the industry gather including:

Debra Meiburg, MW
Robert Joseph, the well-known British wine expert and writer, addresses the topic Cool Climate Wine: The Global Trend followed by Professor Ma Huiqin of the Department of Fruit Tree Sciences, College of Agriculture and Biotechnology, China Agricultural University, and Assistant to the Director of the Ningxia Bureau of Grape Industry Development, on Positioning of Cool Climate Wine on the Chinese Market.
Robert Joseph

Professor Ma Huiqin

Christine Parkinson, Group Head of Wine, Hakkasan Group, looks at Cool Climate Wines for the On-trade – What You Need to Know for Success! while Michel Bettane, French Leading Wine Critic and Co-writer of the Guide Bettane & Desseauve des Vinsde France, speaks on Going Mainstream: Past and Future of Different Cool Climate Wine Markets.
Christine Parkinson

Michel Bettane

Following a panel discussion and Q&A session, participants can try some cool climate wines sponsored by Oriental Pearl (H.K.) Limited and network with the experts.

Time : 2pm – 5pm
Venue : Seminar Room, Hall 3E Concourse


Seminar on “Milestones of Germany’s Viticulture”
Romana Echensperger MW leads a seminar on changes in the German wine industry as new generation winemakers innovate while building on the industry’s long experience. She looks at ecological and biodynamic developments and what makes Germany’s wines unique.
Time : 11:00am – 12:00nn
Venue : Seminar Room, Hall 3E Concourse


wine2wine Asia seminar on “The Aftermath of 9/9: is E-Commerce the Future of Wine Business in China?” (Hall 3F Stand E26)
The famous annual business forum of Verona, wine2wine, has brought expertise to Hong Kong, exploring the Chinese and Asian wine markets in seminars as part of Vinitaly International (Hall 3F Stand E26).

The first seminar, “The aftermath of 9/9: is e-commerce the future of wine business in China?”, looks at the recent Tmall Global Wine & Spirit Festival in China, and discusses its effect on the market, the value of e-commerce for wine trading in China and how foreign players can work cooperatively in the e-commerce realm.
Speakers :
  • Davis Luan, Executive Vice president of Yesmywine, leading wine E-commerce in China
  • Li Meng, CEO of B2B Wine e-commerce platform wajiu.com
  • Andrew Tan, General Manager of Jiuku supply chain operating company, 1919.cn
  • Yanni Wu, Chief Operation Officer of Penguin Guide

Time : 9:15am - 10:15am
Venue : Hall 3F Stand E26
Language : English
Remarks : Free Admission
Details : http://asia.wine2wine.net/


Selling Wines to China – Growing Trend of Cross-Border E-Commerce (Wine Tasting Room B, Hall 3F)
Time : 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Venue : Wine Tasting Room B, Hall 3F


Wine Tasting Sessions Sessions (Seminar Room, Hall 3E Concourse; Wine Tasting Room A, Hall 3C; Wine Tasting Room B, Hall 3F and Wine Gallery, Hall 3C)
A plethora of wine tasting events take place today. Flavours from Bulgaria, Portugal, Bierzo, top Baijiu from the Chinese mainland (Chinese Spirits) and a Fine Wine Tasting Session could be found.

Grand Tasting Sessions (Grand Tasting Room Hall 3D Concourse)
There are also two Grand Tasting Sessions today, one by Slovenia and another by the Japan External Trade Organization.

Master Class at Wine Gallery, Hall 3C
An interesting master class could be found at Wine Gallery today, Learning How To Blind Taste Red Wines/Grapes Varieties with Chris So, WINELIST.HK. The event uses six grape varieties to guide participants through blind tasting. The tutor will use the Level 3 SAT (Systematic Approach to Tasting®) tasting techniques and discuss the vineyard and winery practice to influence the styles of the wines.

Cocktail Demonstrations at Ice Bar (Hall 3FG Concourse)
Ice Bar is an open area for demonstrations and tastings and the best place to sample cocktail mixes and spirits. Buyers can talk to the exhibitors directly to give their views on the spirits.
Time Sessions
10:45am – 11:30am Tasting Award-Winning Spirits Awarded by HKIWSC
2:30pm – 3pm Sensational Moment with SANDEMAN
4pm – 5pm Craft American Spirits


Tastings and Education Session at Whisky and Brandy Bar (Hall 3E South Concourse)
There are a lot of happenings at the Whisky and Brandy Bar, starting with a Whisky and Brandy Tasting organised by the HKIWSC. During the day the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States presents The Great American Whiskey Experience, AF Partners Limited introduces Mars Whisky, Japan (Homobo Shuzo) and Fortune Wise Limited has a session entitled Introduction of Scotch Glenbrynth Whisky.

Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Wine and Spirit Competition Award Presentation Ceremony (Chancellor Room Foyer) and Gala Wine Dinner (Chancellor Room)
Tonight the Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair 2016 salutes the industry and the continuing success of the fair at a Cocktail Reception at which the Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Wine and Spirit Competition Award Presentation Ceremony takes place. It is followed by a Gala Wine Dinner with the fascinating theme, I Feel Slovenia, co-organised with the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Food of the Republic of Slovenia. The Hon Gregory So, GBS, JP, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, the Government of the HKSAR, graces the function as Officiating Guest.


 Public Day – International trade and consumers come together
On the last day of the Hong Kong International Wine and Spirits Fair 2016, public are invited to visit and interact with exhibitors. For the exhibitors, this is a splendid chance to promote their brand, to get a feel for the Asian consumer market, and to receive instant feedback. On this day, there are promotional activities which will enhance the appreciation of wine by both people from Hong Kong and international visitors.
Privileges for public visitors:
  • Obtain redemption vouchers (Booth no. 3G-E24) for corkage-free privileges at designated restaurants in Hong Kong
  • Receive a free Lucaris crystal wine glass, sponsored by Kung Kai Hong & Co., on a first-come-first-serve basis while stocks last (not apply to complementary ticket holders and trade buyers)
Hong Kong Wine Journey

Embark On a Citywide Wine Adventure
27/10-30/11/2016

www.hktdc.com/hkwinejourney

The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) launches Hong Kong Wine Journey in partnership with the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) in celebration of HKTDC Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair 2016 and CCB (Asia) Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival. Hong Kong Wine Journey is packed with exciting activities to spread the convivial atmosphere across the city with wine tastings, master classes, themed tours, seminars and carnivals.

Discover a sparkling month of wine activities across the city!
  • Sumptuous wine & food pairing menu at 60+ restaurants
  • Corkage free promotion at 60+ restaurants
  • Grand tasting, wine master class, food & wine themed tour and carnival

 Thank you, local buyers!
Local buyers are welcome to redeem an exclusive souvenir - Magic Decanter, at the Visitor Promotion Counter in Hall 3G, Booth no. 3G-E24 during the fair period*.

Simply present this printout with your business card and valid buyer badge at the Visitor Promotion Counter to redeem the souvenir.

*One souvenir per buyer. First-come-first-served while stocks last. In case of any disputes, the decision of HKTDC is final and binding.

 Opening Hours

Date Opening Hours Buyer Registration Hours Remarks
10-11 Nov
(Thu-Fri)
10:30am – 7:30pm 10am – 7pm Trade Only* (aged 18 and above)

*No Admission charge for pre-registered Trade Buyers; Admission fee HK$100 per person for on-site registered trade buyers.
12 Nov
(Sat)
10:30am – 6pm 10am – 3:30pm Trade & Public** (aged 18 and above)

**Open to public by ticket admission. The ticketing is closed 45 minutes prior to the closing of the fair.

Act Now for FREE Admission!

For trade visitors, register now to reserve your admission badge through one of the following channels:
Mobile Info Site - hktdc.com/wap/wine/T118.
SMS your email address to (852) 6390 0702.


Want to discover the stunning green side of Hong Kong during your stay? Come and join the guided tours of various scenic hiking trails and cycling routes at US$10 per person only! With different options, the tours are available at selected weekends from November 2016 to March 2017.

Book it online now while seat lasts! For tour details and booking information, please click here!

(Terms and conditions apply.)

'HKTDC Marketplace App' - Your Smart Sourcing Companion
Download the revamped ‘HKTDC Marketplace App’ from Apple App Store or Google Play to experience the convenience of mobile sourcing. Industry news, product trends, exhibition details and listing of quality suppliers are all at your fingertips.

Download now!

Free Official Fair Catalogue (Full Exhibitor List Included)
Don't forget to collect a FREE copy of the fair’s official catalogue including the fair’s full exhibitors list, fair information and floor plan. Available at the Buyer Registration Counters, Information Counters, Media Centre and VIP Lounge – while stocks last!

Download 'HKTDC Marketplace App' from Apple App Store or Google Play to view the magazine in your mobile device and use the QR code scanner at the fair.

hktdc.com Speaks Your Language
With the aim to connect buyers from different parts of the world with our genuine suppliers, the hktdc.com Online Marketplace is now available in 6 new language options in addition to English, Traditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese.

While English is widely used among professional buyers, being able to source in local languages adds value to our buyers as well as expands our advertisers’ market reach. The new language options are - FrenchGermanItalianPortugueseRussian and Spanish .

Check out the hktdc.‌com Online Marketplace in your local language now!
Deutsch    Español    Français    Italiano    Português    Русский

Enjoy Discount with ‘HKTDC Trade Fair Privilege Coupons'
Enjoy cash savings, discount offers and complimentary drinks offered by local restaurants, sightseeing tour and shopping outlets with the ‘HKTDC Trade Fair Privilege Coupons’!

You can download the online version here before you come to trade fair.

hktdc.com Free Sourcing Service
Now you can locate the right products you need by getting a list of relevant exhibitors with booth numbers and product photos at the fair. Look for this friendly sign.

Enquiries
Customer Service Hotline: (852) 1830 668

RT
Rebecca So
Manager, Marketing Communications
Exhibitions Department
 
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