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REGIONAL SPOTLIGHT: AMERICAS ADVERTORIAL Concha y Toro – Over 40 Years in Asia Viña Concha y Toro attends Vinexpo Hong Kong having recently celebrated the 40th anniversary of its arrival in Asia. The company has announced it will be reinforcing its commitment to all local markets: “Viña Concha y Toro has a strong relationship with its strategic partners and we will continue working to grow even more in the Asian market, as well as continuing the penetration and positioning of our brands such as Don Melchor, Casillero del Diablo, Marques de Casa Concha, Frontera, Sunrise, among others”, emphasised Corporate Export Manager Asia, Cristian López. Viña Concha y Toro thus becomes the only wine company in the world listed in Top #10 of “Beverage’ category of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, and also measures its carbon footprint for more than a decade, having achieved reductions of around 30% throughout the life cycle of their products Level 1 / Stand FG-14 WASHINGTON STATE WINES GAIN ATTENTION @ VINEXPO 2018 Washington State in the USA distinguishes itself from the rest of the pack with several key selling points for its wines. A legion of small family producers: A vast majority of wineries in Washington are small family producers making less than 5,000 cases annually. In fact, of the state’s 900+ wineries, only about 20 make more than 40,000 cases annually. The small, artisan nature of the industry contributes to producing wines of exceptional quality. Vines are own-rooted: Phylloxera has caused devastating problems in numerous wine growing regions of the world. This has led many growers to plant their vinifera grapes on phylloxera resistant, hybrid rootstock. Washington’s combination of bitterly cold winters and well-drained soils has prevented phylloxera from causing any significant problems to date. As a result, unlike many other winegrowing regions of the world, most of Washington’s vineyards are “own rooted,” meaning that the grape vines are grown on their own rootstock. A number of other factors, such as separation of production facilities from growing areas, and high natural acidity in soils, makes this state’s wines quite unique. To learn the full story about what else makes this booming wine region full of family wineries unique, be sure to visit their stand and attend a seminar Level 1 / Stand HJ 68 CONCHA Y TORO COMMITS TO REDUCTION OF GREENHOUSE GASES In line with the Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations (SDG13), Viña Concha y Toro has announced goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. On Earth Day last month, Viña Concha y Toro sealed a new commitment with the “Science Based Targets” initiative, which made it the first Chilean company to take this step forward in terms of sustainability. Bodega Norton Introduces Signature Winemaking The Argentinian winery Bodega Norton is present at Vinexpo, introducing for the first time on the global stage its new “Signature Winemaking” identity for premium wines. Among the new releases, the winery is showcasing, for the first time, the Luxury Edition of its Icon Wine – Gernot Langes – in collaboration with Swarovski. Named after its owner, Gernot Langes-Swarovski, the icon wine is crafted from a careful selection of the finest Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, which come from the oldest vineyards. The winery is also presenting other innovations, including: 101 Bubbles, Norton Barrel Select Art Series by Romero Britto, Norton Rosado de Malbec, Libre and King Malbec Level 1 / Stand EF-5 16 VINEXPO DAILY / DAY 3 / THURSDAY 31 ST MAY 2018
WHERE TO GO IN Hong Kong Restaurants GOUGH’S ON GOUGH Gough Street is a storied locale that has borne witness to much of the modern history of Hong Kong, and has long been a unique point of confluence for an exotic blend of eastern and western culture. Designer Timothy Oulton has been present on Gough Street in Hong Kong since its inception, setting out to create inspiring interior experiences anchored in the values of authentic handcraftsmanship and materials, daring creativity and an ethos of hosting. The overall designs of Gough’s on Gough, as well as all fixtures and furnishings, have been fabricated in the same workshops that Timothy Oulton uses in the creation of its distinctive furniture collections, all with the intention of providing an inspiring backdrop for the guests’ experiences. The dining room and Moonstone bar are generously appointed, using authentic handcrafted materials and finishes that convey a heady ambience. And the menu, conceived by chef Arron Rhodes, is anchored in a strong modern British cooking philosophy, while exploring an elemental Asian purism as well as other international influences. Gough’s on Gough 15 Gough Street, Central, Hong Kong Phone: +852 2473 9066 Gough’s on Gough Hong Kong Space Museum Bars MURRAY LANE The new 5-star Murray Hotel’s ground floor bar, the Murray Lane, is an intimate and friendly respite from the hustle bustle of the city. A choice addition to Hong Kong’s bar scene in the heart of Central’s financial neighbourhood, Murray Lane offers a trend-setting and sophisticated environment to enjoy the best selection of premium artisanal spirits, wines and craft beers along with refined small plates of bar favourites. The Murray, Hong Kong 22 Cotton Tree Drive, Central, Hong Kong Phone: +852 3141 8888 Museums HONG KONG SPACE MUSEUM The Hong Kong Space Museum reopened to the public on April 25 after over two years of major renovations costing around USm. The exterior, notably the distinctive dome that makes it a Tsim Sha Tsui landmark, is still the same. However, the interior has been extensively refurbished, and the displays have been enhanced, with a large number of interactive displays and a number of brand new exhibits. The unique egg-shaped dome makes the 8,000-square-metre museum one of the most famous landmarks in Hong Kong. Hong Kong Space Museum 10 Salisbury Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui http://www.lcsd.gov.hk/CE/Museum/Space/ en_US/web/spm/whatsnew.html Shopping 1881 HERITAGE Located in the heart of Tsim Sha Tsui, the Former Marine Police Headquarters have been rejuvenated and reintegrated into the urban fabric of the surrounding area. The 120 year-old historical development has been revitalised and transformed into a cultural and shopping landmark in Hong Kong – “1881 Heritage”. Following extensive renovation and conservation works, “1881 Heritage” now features luxury shops, fine dining establishments and hip bars, a heritage hotel, and a Heritage Hall which allows visitors to discover the history of the site. 1881 Heritage 2A Canton Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong www.1881heritage.com Murray Lane 1881 Heritage vinexpodaily.com VINEXPO DAILY / DAY 3 / THURSDAY 31 ST MAY 2018 17
