WSET Level 1 Award in Wines

WSET Level 1 Award in Wines

2019年October4日

WSET LEVEL 1




If you like wines but you don’t have a chance to really understand what it is. WSET Level 1 is for you! Level 1 will answer these questions you may have:



  • Why wines are wines? (How wine is made and main types of wine)

  • Why a wine is different from the others? (Style of wines and what make a wine different)

  • How to say why I like this wine? (Systematic approach to wine tasting)

  • What wines to open during meals? (Basic principles of food and wine pairing)

  • Having wines at home? (Wine storage tips and wine serving techniques)


In 6 hours only, our wine teachers will bring your wine knowledge to a pro level, with an internationally recognised certificate.


Examination


45 minutes
30 multiple-choice questions
70% passing grade


Course Structure


6 tutoring hours


Prerequisite


No previous knowledge required
All applicants must be over 18+


Georgian Wine Festival 2019: Asia Tour in Hong Kong

Georgian Wine Festival 2019: Asia Tour in Hong Kong

2019年October4日

Taste, toast and savour the festive atmosphere and authentic artisean wines of Georgia at Hong Kong’s Georgian Wine festival - an exclusive, once-a-year only event in Asia!



  • Meet Georgia’s passionate artisan winemakers and discover why there is no other culture in the world more intricately linked to wine

  • Taste truly unique, handcrafted wines – from traditional amber wines, to modern international blends

  • Try the incredible array of native grapes – from the famous opulent red saperavi to crisp refreshing Tsinandali and many more in between

  • Discover the ancient traditions of winemaking from the world’s first wine producing country

  • Learn about Georgia’s natural wine – wines made without sulphates 

  • Experience ancient wine, fermented in underground clay vessels – qvevri – an 8000-year-old tradition recognized by UNESCO as the first wine production method

  • See for yourself why Georgia is the world’s hottest international wine, food and travel trend

  • Sample traditional Georgian snacks


Wineries:



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Winery Agency:



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WSET Level 2 Award in Wines and Spirits

WSET Level 2 Award in Wines and Spirits

2019年October4日

WSET LEVEL 2




Want to be able to taste, enjoy, select, and assess wines with confidence and professionalism? Level 2 will answer these questions you may have:




  • Why wines are in different style and quality?




  • How to identify principle white and red grape varieties and styles?




  • What are the key wine producing countries and regions




  • Why sparkling wines sparkle?




  • How are sweet and fortified wines made?




  • What about spirits?




  • How to read wine labels?




In 18-hour fun but structured and comprehensive course, you will be able to acquire in-depth knowledge of wines and spirits and want to obtain an internationally recognised wine qualification.


Course Structure


18 tutoring hours


Examination


60 minutes
50 multiple-choice questions
55% passing grade


Prerequisite


No previous knowledge required, but completion of WSET Level 1 or equivalent recommended.
All applicants must be over 18+




WSET Level 3 Award in Wines

WSET Level 3 Award in Wines

2019年October4日

WSET LEVEL 3






  • How principal natural and human factors in the vineyard and winery can influence the style, quality, and price of wines




  • Characteristics of key wine producing regions of the world




  • Characteristics of sparkling wines of the world




  • Characteristics of fortified wines




  • Ability to provide information and advice to customers and staff members about wines




Prerequisite


Completion of WSET Level 2 or equivalent recommended
All applicants must be over 18+


Course Structure


45 tutoring hours


Examination


Unit One (2 hours): Theory Examination



  • 50 multiple-choice questions (part 1)

  • 4 short written answers worth 25 points each (part 2)


Unit Two (30 minutes): Tasting Examination



  • Blind tasting of two wines

  • 55% passing grade for all papers and units of the examination


Course fee: HK$15,000


Course date: Please contact us for more details


Can’t find a course that fits your schedule? Let us know your preference!


Wine Tasting 【Full】- 14 btls Champagne Method Spar

Wine Tasting 【Full】- 14 btls Champagne Method Spar

2019年October4日

Champagne pair with Dai Pai Tongs food

【Waitlist】

【Early Bird Discount for $360@ or $680 for 2 on or before 9 Oct 2019. After 10 Oct 2019, $380@】

Last time we have Italy Sparkling, so these round why not try the Champagne method sparkling around the world? South Africa, Tasmania, USA all make very high end sparkling in Champagne method. Let see how they PK will 6 Champagne bottles. Only NV is too boring, so this round we have 2 well ageing vintage Champagnes, 2004 & 2006. The 2004 one even aging on lees for 10 years.

Furthers, after mid-autumn, we can have Dai Pai Dong take away from Tai Chung Wah Restaurant and preorder their famous roast goose. Food cost will be counted separately. Please let me know if you want to join the Champagne wine pairing with delicious Cantonese Cuisine.

Like usual, we will have 2 WSET Lv4 candidates elaborate one by one, by using WSET lv4 tasting technique.

Wine List:

Champagne

1. 2004 Beaumont des Crayères Champagne Brut Fleur de Prestige (2014 disgorge)

2. 2006 Champagne R&H Lamotte 1er Cru ( disgorge)

3. NV Paul Clouet Champagne Grand Cru Brut

4. NV Didier Chopin 1er Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut

5. NV Champagne Benoit Tassin Blanc de Noir Brut

6. NV Didier Chopin Brut Rose

Traditional method sparkling over the world

7. NV Antinori Montenisa Brut Rose, Franciacorta DOCG, Italy

8. 2017 Majella Sparkling Shiraz, Australia

9. NV Colmant Brut Chardonnay, South Africa

10. NV Codorniu Cuvee Barcelona 1872 Brut, Cava, Spain

11. NV Michelle Brut, Columbia Valley AVA, USA

12. 2016 Roche Lacour Cremant de Limoux Brut, Languedoc-Roussillon, France

13. Taltarni T series Brut, Victoria, South Australia & Tasmania, Australia

14. Codorniu Clasico Rosado, Cava, Spain

Compared bottle

15. Loghino Dante Lambrusco, Mantovano DOC, Italy

Relax~ Have Fun~ Learn Wine Knowledge~ No Selling of products~ Meet new friends~

Please, WhatsApp 6359 5499 for confirmation. You can choose to pay by PAYME TO ME DIRECTLY to SAVE the eventbrite charges. The event will be held in a private room at a Club House in Cheung Sha Wan (7 mins from MTR station by walk). By attending our event, you understand that you may be photographed and/or captured on video. You agree to allow your photo, video or film likeness to be used for any legitimate and/or marketing purpose by the event hosts, producers, sponsors, organizers, and assigns.

For newcomers, please wait at Cheung Sha Wan MTR Station Exit C at 7:15 pm.

#wine #tasting #Sparkling #Champagne #Traditional

【Full – Wine Dinner】German Wine + Sparkling for $380 ONLY for 12 members

【Full – Wine Dinner】German Wine + Sparkling for $380 ONLY for 12 members

2019年October4日

Time for different German Wine grapes pair with dishes made by Le Cordon Bleu Chef.

【$380@ for fine wine & dine only 12 exclusive members】

Well! It is a long time saying to organise a German wine grapes event. But only Riesling will be too boring, so this round we have Silvaner, Gewürztraminer, Scheurebe, Pinot Blanc, Müller-Thurgau and some bottles are using these grapes for sparkling, total 13 bottles.

Wine List:

White Wine

1. 2009 Weingut Merkelbach Urziger Wurtzgarten Riesling Spatlese Fuder 18

2. 2014 Schafer-Frohlich ‘Schiefergestein’ Bockenauer Riesling Trocken

3. 2017 Fritz Windisch Wendelsheimer Heiligenpfad Silvaner Spätlese

4. 2017 Fritz Windisch Niersteiner Spiegelberg Riesling Kabinett

5. 2015 Sitzius Scheurebe

6. 2017 Kessler Pinot Blanc

7. 2018 Carl Klomberg Liebfraumilch

Sparkling

8. Rene Mure Cremant D’Alsace Cuvee Prestige NV, Cremant D’Alsace

9. Lucien Albrecht Brut NV, Cremant D’Alsace

10. Astoria “Corderie” Extra Dry NV, Prosecco di Conegliano-Valdobbiadene Superiore DOCG

11. Codorniu Cuvee Barcelona 1872 Brut, Cava

12. Yellow Tail Bubbles Sparkling White wine, Australia

13. Cullus Halbtrocken Sekt NV, German

Dine:

1. Slow-cook Port Rib in BBQ sauce with Fries x 2

2. Slow-cook Roasted whole Chicken x 2

3. Seafood Risotto in fresh tomato sauce x 2

4. Spicy Seafood Linguine x 2

5. French style Spaghetti Bolognese with Cheese (baked) x 2

6. Pesto Chicken Linguine x 2

7. Smoked Duck Breast with Garden Salad W/ Black x 2

Relax~ Have Fun~ Learn Wine Knowledge~ No Selling of products~ Meet new friends~

Please, WhatsApp 6359 5499 for confirmation. You can choose to pay by PAYME TO ME DIRECTLY to SAVE the eventbrite charges. By attending our event, you understand that you may be photographed and/or captured on video. You agree to allow your photo, video or film likeness to be used for any legitimate and/or marketing purpose by the event hosts, producers, sponsors, organizers, and assigns.

#wine #dine #dinner #pairing #tasting # German #Sparkling #Riesling

Whisky Live HK 2019

2019年September18日

Whisky Live Hong Kong 2019

PMQ, more whiskies and…….

Returns to Hong Kong Again!

This year is the fourth year for Whisky Live, the best whisky festival among the world, to be held in Hong Kong. There have been more than 38 cities worldwide joining every year. This amazing occasion is a prime opportunity where whisky enthusiasts can mingle with world-renowned whisky makers, master blenders and brand ambassadors. Participants are also able to taste whiskies from different countries and distilleries.

Last year, 2,000 tickets of the third edition of Whisky Live Hong Kong were sold out in less than 2 week’s time. In light of the great success, Whisky Live Hong Kong 2019 will continue to organize at the PMQ, Central, in such a convenient location for whisky connoisseurs, amateurs and those who start to be interested in whisky. We are also bringing more entertainment besides whiskies.

This year we will showcase hundreds of whiskies, and offer master classes, concoctions from Hong Kong’s premier mixologists, whisky and food pairings from renowned chefs, and a range of entertainment programs with high-end lifestyle focus, we are bring more culinary experience to match whiskies from different regions.

Rhythm in a Cask Music Festival!

Another most exciting highlight of Whisky Live HK 2019 is the Rhythm in a Cask Music Festival. Groups of talented artists and musicians will gather and show their music talent. Their impressive all rounded musical abilities from song writing, production to live performance represent what modern day artists are capable of. This festival, with a focus on ‘Rhythm’, is a Hybrid of Funk, R&B, Jazz, Soul, Blues…etc, the sound which you don’t normally find in indie band gigs, and are always undermined from local live houses.explores the scope of nowadays music genres in HK, also provide a perfect vibes for chilling out and quality whisky tasting.

Whisky Magazine HK & Macau

Whisky Magazine was launched in 1998 in England, then launched in 2011 in Taiwan. In 2016, the first Hong Kong & Macau Chinese Edition was launched in Hong Kong, by a group of professional whisky connoisseurs and experts in media sector. This is also the FIRST whisky dedicated magazine published in Hong Kong.

Whisky Magazine celebrates this most wonderful drink in all its magnificent diversity. Devoted exclusively to whiskies & spirits, it brings you news, features, reviews and the tasting of the top whiskies & spirits. It explores the lifestyle of whisky & spirits – the bars, hotels, travel, fine dining and the pleasures of whisky and living. It also regularly explores the secrets, mystery and essence of the product; great distilleries, the maturation process, the influence of oak, whisky heroes…the list goes on.

Whisky Magazine HK & Macau

Details about the Brands and Whiskies to feature is coming soon!

Taste Hundreds of Whiskies

Rare & Exclusive Dream Drams

Meet the Masters

Masterclasses and other Events

Last year 2,000 tickets were sold out in less than 2 weeks!!

Get Yours Now!

VENUE

PMQ

35 Aberdeen Street,

Central, Hong Kong

TIME

12th October 2019  ( Saturday )

Time: 1:00pm - 10:00pm

Drive

Drop at the main entrance of PMQ at Aberdeen Street, Central.
You could find public parking spaces around in Central.

MTR

MTR Central or Sheung Wan Station.
You could walk up Aberdeen Street before appreciating some great drams.

Taxi

Taxies go to the main entrance of PMQ at Aberdeen Street, Central, Hong Kong

Bus

There are a few different bus routes and light-bus services. Please select the route at your convenience.

Token Pre Order Discounts!

Tokens (HK$30 each) could be used for redemptions of whiskies, cocktails and food!! You could also get more rare drams as well! Number of Tokens required will be stated on the neck tags of each bottle or at the booth.

Buy 9 Tokens Get 1 Free!

ONLY HK$ 270 for 10 tokens! ORIGINAL HK$300

*Limited to 100 Offers only!

Buy 26 Tokens Get 4 Free!

ONLY HK$ 780 for 30 tokens! ORIGINAL HK$900

*Limited to 100 Offers only!

 

Early Bird Special Offers (by 23th September 2019)

Premium Pass

Original: HK$1,080
HK$980
  • Premium Pass is limited to 500 only, First come first serve
  • Full-day Pass to Whisky Live HK 2019 from 1pm – 10pm:
  • 4 Rare Drams Coupons to redeem at specified counters.
  • 3 Tasting Tokens to redeem premium whiskies, cocktails and food, worth HK$30 each.
  • You could buy extra tokens at HK$30 each for more redemption of food, cocktails, whiskies and rare drams as well. Number of tokens will be stated on the neck tag of each bottle or at the booth.
  • 1 Cocktail Coupon worth HK$60
  • One Free Whisky Live HK logo Mini Glencairn Whisky Glass (worth HK$180)
  • The Balvenie Whisky Ambience Set (each set includes 50ml The Balvenie Double Wood Aged 12 Years and 100ml limited edition Scent of Speyside Diffuser) (limited quantity, first come first serve)
  • Special Whisky Bundle Offers at discounted prices (limited quantity)
  • Priority to purchase Premium Bottles at Special Price
  • Special VIP Gift from Whisky Live HK
  • And more……
Get Yours Now!

Premium Pass Group Ticket

Original: HK$1,080
HK$880
  • Premium Pass is limited to 500 only, First come first serve
  • Offer is limited to group purchase of 5 or above at a time.
  • Full-day Pass to Whisky Live HK 2019 from 1pm – 10pm:
  • 4 Rare Drams Coupons to redeem at specified counters.
  • 3 Tasting Tokens to redeem premium whiskies, cocktails and food, worth HK$30 each.
  • You could buy extra tokens at HK$30 each for more redemption of food, cocktails, whiskies and rare drams as well. Number of tokens will be stated on the neck tag of each bottle or at the booth.
  • 1 Cocktail Coupon worth HK$60
  • One Free Whisky Live HK logo Mini Glencairn Whisky Glass (worth HK$180)
  • The Balvenie Whisky Ambience Set (each set includes 50ml The Balvenie Double Wood Aged 12 Years and 100ml limited edition Scent of Speyside Diffuser) (limited quantity, first come first serve)
  • Special Whisky Bundle Offers at discounted prices (limited quantity)
  • Priority to purchase Premium Bottles at Special Price
  • Special VIP Gift from Whisky Live HK
Get Yours Now!

Day Pass

Original: HK$450
HK$380
  • Day Pass to Whisky Live HK 2019 from 1pm – 6pm:
  • Sampling of Complimentary Drams
  • 3 Tasting Tokens to redeem premium whiskies, cocktails and food, worth HK$30 each.
  • You could buy extra tokens at HK$30 each for more redemption of food, cocktails, whiskies and rare drams as well. Number of tokens will be stated on the neck tag of each bottle or at the booth.
  • 1 Cocktail Coupon worth HK$60
  • One Free Whisky Live HK logo Mini Glencairn Whisky Glass (worth HK$180)
  • Special Discount on whiskies ordering onsite
  • Special Whisky Bundle Offers at discounted prices (limited quantity)
Get Yours Now!

Day Pass Group Ticket

Original: HK$450
HK$330
  • Offer limited to group purchase of 5 or above at a time.
  • Day Pass to Whisky Live HK 2019 from 1pm – 6pm:
  • Sampling of Complimentary Drams
  • 3 Tasting Tokens to redeem premium whiskies, cocktails and food, worth HK$30 each.
  • You could buy extra tokens at HK$30 each for more redemption of food, cocktails, whiskies and rare drams as well. Number of tokens will be stated on the neck tag of each bottle or at the booth.
  • 1 Cocktail Coupon worth HK$60
  • One Free Whisky Live HK logo Mini Glencairn Whisky Glass (worth HK$180)
  • Special Discount on whiskies ordering onsite
Get Yours Now!

Evening Pass

Original: HK$380
HK$320
  • Evening Pass to Whisky Live HK 2019 from 6pm – 10pm
  • 3 Tasting Tokens to redeem premium whiskies, cocktails and food, worth HK$30 each.
  • You could buy extra tokens at HK$30 each for more redemption of food, cocktails, whiskies and rare drams as well. Number of tokens will be stated on the neck tag of each bottle or at the booth.
  • 1 Cocktail Coupon worth HK$60
  • One Free Whisky Live HK logo Mini Glencairn Whisky Glass (worth HK$180)
  • Special Whisky Bundle Offers at discounted prices (limited quantity)
  • Special Discount on whiskies ordering onsite
Get Yours Now!

Evening Pass Group Ticket

Original: HK$380
HK$270
  • Offer limited to group purchase of 5 or above at a time.
  • Evening Pass to Whisky Live HK 2019 from 6pm – 10pm
  • 3 Tasting Tokens to redeem premium whiskies, cocktails and food, worth HK$30 each.
  • You could buy extra tokens at HK$30 each for more redemption of food, cocktails, whiskies and rare drams as well. Number of tokens will be stated on the neck tag of each bottle or at the booth.
  • 1 Cocktail Coupon worth HK$60
  • One Free Whisky Live HK logo Mini Glencairn Whisky Glass (worth HK$180)
  • Special Discount on whiskies ordering onsite
Get Yours Now!

Rhythm in a Cask Ticket

Original: HK$250
HK$200
  • Evening Pass to Whisky Live HK 2019 from 5pm - 10pm
  • 1 Cocktail Coupon worth HK$60
  • You could buy tokens at HK$30 each for more redemption of food, cocktails, whiskies and rare drams as well. Number of tokens will be stated on the neck tag of each bottle or at the booth.
  • Special Discount on Whiskies Ordering onsite
  • Evening Pass to Whisky Live HK 2019 from 5pm – 10Evening Pass to Whisky Live HK 2019 from 5pm – 10
  • Evening Pass to Whisky Live HK 2019 from 5pm – 10
Get Yours Now!
Details of Masterclasses to be announced!

Sauce with Sauce – Sauce & Wine Pairing Workshop

Sauce with Sauce – Sauce & Wine Pairing Workshop

2019年August24日

SAUCE WITH SAUCE


WITH DEBRA MEIBURG MW


Discover the origins of China’s diverse regional sauces and how to artfully pair them with different wine varieties, with Debra Meiburg Master of Wine.


EDUCATOR



 


DEBRA MEIBURG MW


A Hong Kong resident for nearly 30 years, Master of Wine Debra Meiburg is an award-winning author, TV personality and international speaker, and is widely considered the global authority on the Asian wine market. She is founding director of Meiburg Wine Media, Asia’s leading wine marketing agency, as well as wine consultant for Cathay Pacific Airways and Cathay Dragon, and holds the position of Chair of the Education Committee for the Institute of Masters of Wine.


 


18 Jan 2019 | 19:30-21:30
Course fee: HK$980 （MWM School Alumni: HK$880)


Prerequisite


No previous knowledge required
All applicants must be over 18+

Duval-Leroy Champagne Dinner

2019年August23日

On Tuesday 11 December, Le Bistro Winebeast has the immense pleasure to host Edouard Duval, 6th generation of the family-owned Champagne house Duval-Leroy, will be there to introduce their wines over a 4-course dinner @HK$798 + 10% service charge per person.


 


WELCOME DRINK


Duval-Leroy, Fleur de Champagne Premier Cru


***


 


STARTER


Duval-Leroy, Cuvée MOF


Tuna Tartare, pomelo, orange, Taggiasca black olives


 


FIRST COURSE


2007, Duval-Leroy, Petit Meslier


Griddle-grilled Scallops, sautéed leeks, bacon


 


SECOND COURSE


Duval-Leroy, Femme de Champagne Grand Cru


Veal Blanquette, Winebeast style


 


DESSERT


Duval-Leroy, Rosé Prestige Premier Cru


Cherries à la Nage, vanilla ice cream

Sauce with Sauce – Sauce & Wine Pairing Workshop

2019年August17日

SAUCE WITH SAUCE


WITH DEBRA MEIBURG MW


Discover the origins of China’s diverse regional sauces and how to artfully pair them with different wine varieties, with Debra Meiburg Master of Wine.


EDUCATOR



 


DEBRA MEIBURG MW


A Hong Kong resident for nearly 30 years, Master of Wine Debra Meiburg is an award-winning author, TV personality and international speaker, and is widely considered the global authority on the Asian wine market. She is founding director of Meiburg Wine Media, Asia’s leading wine marketing agency, as well as wine consultant for Cathay Pacific Airways and Cathay Dragon, and holds the position of Chair of the Education Committee for the Institute of Masters of Wine.


 


18 Jan 2019 | 19:30-21:30
Course fee: HK$980 （MWM School Alumni: HK$880)


Prerequisite


No previous knowledge required
All applicants must be over 18+