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Thu 30 Aug 2012

Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Wine & Spirit Competition announces Swire Hotels as latest partner

HONG KONG, 30 August 2012 - Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Wine & Spirit Competition is delighted to announce that Swire Hotels will be the competition’s 2012 official hotel partner.

Fri 17 Aug 2012

Imported wines to make up half of Chinese market, expert says

That is because domestic wines are facing increasing opposition from European and South American producers, the China Daily reports. Imported wines account for around a quarter of all wines on the Chinese market, with those shipped from France, Spain, Chile, Australia and Italy making up 82

Sat 28 Jul 2012

Dr Bill Lumsden named Guest VIP Spirits Judge at the Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Wine and Spirit Competition

THE Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Wine and Spirit Competition (HKIWSC), the largest wine and spirit competition in Asia, name Dr Bill Lumsden as ‘Guest VIP Spirits judge’ for 2012.

Sat 28 Jul 2012

2011 Winners Spotlight: Five Oaks Vineyard

Five Oaks Vineyards first ever entry in 2011 in the Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Wine and Spirit Competition, a 2006 Yarra Valley Cabernet Sauvignon , was awarded a Gold Medal and the Trophy for "The Best Red Wine In Hong Kong below HK$200".

Wed 25 Jul 2012

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“Winning a silver medal in the HKIWSC has truly helped my product to achieve international credibility regarding its taste. This has positively affected decision making of several new merchants who now carry my product.”Kaustav BagchiOwner, Lamai Thai Spirits
“Louis Royer Cognac has been entering the Hong Kong International Wine & Spirit Competition for many years. This competition is regarded as the most respected in Asian countries. Winning an award is a high honour for our brand and a further seal of quality for our multi-award winning Cognac.”Carol FrugierMarketing and Communications Manager, Louis Royer Cognac
“Adding to our success over the past few years at the HKIWSC, winning a trophy means so much to us as we have just recently entered the Chinese market with our brandies. The Chinese market is unique, which makes it even more exciting to know that Oude Molen VOV Brandy is well accepted.”Kobus GelderblomBrandy Master, Oude Molen Distillery
“It is a great honour for us to receive this award and we are very thankful about the reputation from wine enthusiasts in China. This award is a testament to the fact that our white wines not only match the traditional Austrian food but also matches perfectly with the Asian cuisine.”Katja PflogschWinemaker, Domäne Wachau
“To get recognition from such a prestigious panel is vey rewarding indeed, and proves that our wines are made in a style that is truly food friendly. The HKIWSC has become one of the year’s most well-respected wine competitions globally. For us, the food match component is a fantastic chance to demonstrate how well our wines compliment so many different flavours. Moreover, it is a competition known and valued by our customers so a trophy can be hugely influential.””Susanna MayerWinemaker, Yealings
“Awards and medals at the HKIWSC have been like a stamp of approval to the quality of our wines. Because it is an Asian-focused competition, I know that my wines are being judged and measured by the same yardstick as all the other wines, given our viticultural conditions are quite unique compared with the rest of the world. These medals give me and, more importantly, my consumers the confidence that my wines stand apart from the competition.”Kalash GurnaniWinemaker, York Winery
“We are very proud of our results. One of our key focuses is the Asian market, so we really want to make our wines special and desirable for this market. That’s why we want to enter this competition and be evaluated by the expert judging panel.”Sofia Cajewski Winemaker, Cremaschi Furlotti
“We at Yealands Estate Wines are proud to be recognized by the Hong Kong International Wine & Spirit Competition. The organization is held in the highest regard and our success in the competitions has become a strong voice for our quality around the globe.”Avram DeitchGlobal Marketing Manager, Yealands Wine Group
“Winning awards in reputable international wine shows such as the Cathay Pacific HKIWSC is one of the many ways of educating our consumers and giving them confidence in purchasing the Saint Clair brand. This enhances brand perception an in turn increases sales across our entire portfolio of wines.”Maria EastonWinemaker, Saint Clair Family Estate