The wines of Saint-Émilion opening gala dinner of first edition Vinexpo Asia-Pacific at Gardens By The Bay

Jurade de Saint-Émilion - Opening Gala Dinner Invitation

The first edition of Vinexpo Asia-Pacific is set to take place from May 23-25 in Singapore, and the opening gala dinner will be hosted by the wines of Saint-Émilion. The Jurade de Saint-Émilion, a brotherhood of 140 members who passionately share their knowledge of the wines, village, and history with consumers and wine lovers worldwide, will welcome 400 guests to the Flower Field at Gardens by the Bay for a cocktail reception, followed by a 5-course dining experience paired with 12 exceptional wines from the Saint-Émilion region.

The Ritz Carlton has curated the dining experience, which promises to be nothing short of enchanting. Hubert de Boüard, 1st Jurat and co-owner of Saint-Émilion’s Château Angelus, alongside Melvin Choo, Singaporean-born motorsports race driver and chancellor of the Jurade in Singapore, will share the history and significance of the Jurade and present the Jurats on stage. This year’s ceremony will induct 15 personalities by the Jurade of Saint-Émilion.

The wines of Saint-Émilion are a true delight for wine connoisseurs and enthusiasts alike. With over 900 winegrowers across 7,500 hectares of land, the region is recognized as the first vineyard to be listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Additionally, 90% of the vineyard is currently committed to environmental certification, and in 2023, the goal is to have 100% of the winegrowers achieve this feat.

The Jurade ceremony is steeped in the rich history of France and represents the proud tradition of the Saint-Émilion region. The Jurisdiction of Saint-Émilion dates back to the 12th century, and when the region fell under English control in 1154, Saint-Émilion aspired to obtain greater independence. This is when the Jurade was born, and for 500 years, the Jurats exerted very wide-ranging authority over eight parishes that made up the Jurisdiction with administrative, legal, financial, and military powers until the French Revolution. In 1948, the Jurade was recreated and stands to represent and celebrate the innovation of its ancestors.

Melvin Choo, Chancellor of the Jurade de Saint-Émilion in Singapore, said, “My passion for wine forged my place in this prestigious brotherhood, and working with Saint-Émilion as the chancellor has allowed me to share the incredible history and exquisite tastes of the wine of Saint-Émilion. I am proud to bring the opening gala event to my home in Singapore and to be able to share this with the growing wine connoisseur community locally who will surely appreciate the fine offerings of Saint-Émilion. We look forward to Singapore being host to future Jurade ceremonies and bringing together the global wine community.”

The Jurade ceremony is steeped in the rich history of France and represents the proud tradition of the region. The Jurisdiction of Saint-Émilion dates back to the 12th century. When the region fell under English control in 1154, Saint-Émilion aspired to obtain greater independence. This is when the Jurade was born. At that time, the Jurats exerted very wide-ranging authority over eight parishes that made up the Jurisdiction with administrative, legal, financial and military powers, for 500 years until the French Revolution.

In 1948, the Jurade was recreated and stands to represent and celebrate the innovation of its ancestors. Today, there are 140 Jurats that represent Saint-Émilion worldwide, passionately sharing their knowledge of the wines, the village, and the history with consumers and wine lovers.

The Jurade has inducted nearly 4000 people since its re-creation, notably among which are celebrities like Thomas Pesquet, Tony Parker, and Sting!

Vinexpo is the ultimate meeting place for the world’s leading wine and spirits operators, and the Asia-Pacific region has high expectations for the event. Over 1,000 wine and spirits producers from around the world are expected to participate in Vinexpo Asia-Pacific, which will attract over 8,000 visitors. The choice of Singapore as the host location serves the interests of the entire Asia-Pacific region and is expected to attract buyers not only from China but also from Australia, South Korea, Thailand, Japan, and Vietnam.

The opening gala dinner of the first edition of Vinexpo Asia-Pacific promises to be a remarkable and unforgettable experience. The wines of Saint-Émilion, paired with the curated dining experience by the Ritz Carlton, will be a treat for the senses.

Event Details

Monday, May 22, 2023, at Flower Field Hall, Gardens by the Bay in Singapore

18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore, 018953

Price: SGD720 per person

Dress Code: Black Tie Affair

Cocktail reception at 7:00 pm, followed by the inaugural gala dinner at 8:00 pm.

To register, please book here: https://vins –saint –emilion.com/en/events/jurade events/vinexpo –singapore –2023/

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