What makes a great wine event? For us, it is the opportunity to discover something unexpected, exchange ideas and meet people who are just as curious about what is in their glass.
We were delighted to participate as exhibitors at The Grape Escape 2026, organised by the Sommelier Association of Singapore. Held on 8 November 2026 at METT Singapore, alongside the Singapore National Sommelier Competition Finals, the event brought together wine lovers, sommeliers and industry professionals for a day of tasting and discovery. (sommelier.sg)
To everyone who visited our booth: thank you. Thank you for tasting with us, asking questions, sharing your impressions and giving us the opportunity to introduce you to our wines, alcohol-free alternatives and wine education courses.
Our showcase centred on four themes, each offering a different way to explore the world of wine and drinks.
1. Zero-Alcohol Wines and Spirits: More Ways to Enjoy the Occasion
We believe a welcoming drinks table should offer choices for everyone. At Grape Escape 2026, our zero-alcohol wines and spirits were an important part of that invitation.
Our alcohol-free selection offers a range of flavours to explore, from the citrus and herbal character of DIVIN 0.0 Sauvignon Blanc to the botanical notes of Artisan #NotGin and the mellow, woody character of Artisan #NotRum. These provide options for both wine-style serves and creative alcohol-free cocktails.
Our message was simple: choosing not to drink alcohol should still leave room for an interesting glass, a thoughtful pairing and a shared toast.
2. Mare Santo: Discovering Wine Aged Beneath the Sea
Some wines invite you to look beyond the vineyard—and beneath the waves.
Our Mare Santo showcase introduced visitors to Slovenian sparkling wine with an unusual ageing story. Its bottles are submerged approximately 20 metres beneath the Adriatic Sea, with underwater ageing lasting 12 or 24 months, depending on the release.
For us, Mare Santo captures the pleasure of discovering a different approach to winemaking. It offers an opportunity to consider not only grape varieties and origins, but also the role of ageing—and to explore a wine whose journey includes a stay beneath the sea.
3. Beyond Champagne: Cava, Crémant and Clairette
We love Champagne, but our Beyond Champagne theme was an invitation to keep exploring.
Our sparkling wine selection offers plenty of reasons to be curious:
- Cava: Our Roger Goulart range showcases traditional-method Spanish sparkling wines, with expressions featuring fresh orchard fruit, citrus and notes of brioche or toasted almond.
- Crémant: Our Loire and Bordeaux selections explore different combinations of fruit, floral character and creamy mousse, from Chenin Blanc-led styles to blends featuring Sémillon and Cabernet Franc.
- Clairette: Our Clairette Brut offers delicate floral aromas, subtle autumn-fruit flavours and a crisp, refreshing finish.
Rather than searching for a substitute for Champagne, we wanted to encourage visitors to appreciate these wines on their own terms—and perhaps discover a new favourite along the way.
4. Wine Education: Take Your Curiosity Further with WSET
Tasting can spark a question. Wine education gives you the tools to explore the answer.
Alongside our drinks selection, we highlighted our WSET Levels 1, 2 and 3 wine courses:
- Level 1 Award in Wines: An approachable introduction to the main types and styles of wine.
- Level 2 Award in Wines: A deeper exploration of grape varieties, wine regions and styles, while developing tasting skills.
- Level 3 Award in Wines: Advanced study of how grape growing and winemaking influence wine style and quality. (wsetglobal.com)
Whether you are beginning your wine journey, building confidence as an enthusiast or developing professional knowledge, we would love to help you find the right starting point.
Thank You for Sharing More Than Wine
Our heartfelt thanks go to the Sommelier Association of Singapore and everyone involved in organising Grape Escape 2026.
We also extend a special thank-you to the fellow exhibitors, sommeliers, producers and wine enthusiasts who generously shared their wines and knowledge. We came to present our own selection, but we were equally grateful for the opportunity to taste, listen and learn from others.
Above all, thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth. Your curiosity and conversations made our participation meaningful.
Discovered something you would like to revisit—or missed us at the event? Get in touch to explore our zero-alcohol range, Mare Santo, Beyond Champagne selection or upcoming WSET courses.
Here’s to more discoveries, more shared knowledge and more occasions to come together.
