Singapore serves as the critical gateway for Italian markets in the region
Singapore, 23 May 2024 – The Gambero Rosso Tre Bicchieri World Tour 2024 opened its doors at the iconic CHIJMES Hall in Singapore today, marking its first Asian stop for this year’s prestigious series. The Tre Bicchieri-themed event showcased and presented the crème de la crème of Italian wines from illustrious wine estates and wineries to the public, wine lovers, and trade visitors, each proudly bearing the esteemed ‘bicchieri’ or ‘wine glasses’ awards from the renowned Vini d’Italia guide, published annually by Gambero Rosso.
His Excellency Dante Brandi, Ambassador of the Italian Republic, Italian Embassy in Singapore, graced the event’s opening ceremony. Mr Luigi Salerno, CEO, Gambero Rosso, and Mr Marco Sabellico, Wine Curator & Editor, Vini d’Italia guide, shared their welcome address with guests, visitors, and wine exhibitors at the opening ceremony.
Revered as the ‘Bible of Italian Wines’ by various wine fraternities globally, this guide awards the coveted Tre Bicchieri (three glasses) to only the finest wines, following an exhaustive and meticulous selection process from thousands of contenders.
At the show, the presented wines hailed from various regions of Italy, representing a diverse selection of vineyards and wine estates. The featured regions include Campania, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Lazio, Marche, Piemonte, Puglia, Sicilia, Umbria, and Veneto.
Singapore holds significant importance for the Gambero Rosso Tre Bicchieri World Tour 2024 for several reasons. Strategically located in the heart of Southeast Asia, Singapore serves as a critical gateway to the Asian market, making it an ideal location for showcasing Italian wines to a broad and diverse audience. As one of the world’s leading financial and trade centres, Singapore attracts a high concentration of affluent consumers and influential buyers, including top sommeliers, wine importers, and restaurant owners. This crucial economic factor ensures a wide-reaching and impactful presence for Italian wines in the region.
Top Italian Restaurant Awards 2024
Wine enthusiasts, Italian food lovers and connoisseurs also gathered to witness the celebrated ‘Top Italian Restaurants Awards 2024’ ceremony, where Singapore’s most authentic Italian restaurants, wine bars, and pizzerias were honoured based on the digital guide’s ratings.
A total of nine local Italian F&B establishments – ranging from restaurants, wine bars, and pizzerias; were honoured this year. These establishments will be listed in the sixth edition of the Gambero Rosso Top Italian Restaurants World Guide:
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No. |
Establishment |
Award Category |
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Restaurants |
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| 1. |
Buona Terra |
Three Forks award |
| 2. |
Art di Daniele Sperindio |
Three Forks award |
| 3. |
Fico |
Two Forks award |
| 4. |
Guccio Ristorante |
One Fork award |
| 5. |
Etna Italian Restaurant |
One Fork award |
| 6. |
Solo Ristorante |
One Fork award |
|
Wine Bars |
|
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| 1. |
Garibaldi |
Three Bottles award |
|
Pizzerias |
|
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| 1. |
Amò |
Two Slices award |
| 2. |
Cicheti |
One Slice award |
‘Forks’ or Forchette are bestowed to fine dining restaurants, with adequate service, menu and ambience, both in the more creative and traditional cuisine.
‘Bottles’ or Bottiglie go to wine bars and exceptional Italian wine collections, with great attention to by-the-glass offers and drawing brilliant and incisive wine lists.
‘Slices’ or Spicchi go to Italian pizzerias, whether Neapolitan-style, whose pies have a thick and fluffy crust, and selected ingredients of protected origin, or Roman, therefore light and crisp, or gourmet.
Global Wine Market Overview
According to market research findings by Market Research Future (MRFR)*, a global market research company, the global wine market size was valued at USD 296.6 billion in 2022. The wine market industry is projected to grow from USD 314.24 Billion in 2024 to USD 444.50 billion by 2030, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.95% during the forecast period (2024 – 2030). Increasing consumption of wine and changing lifestyle patterns are the key market drivers enhancing market growth.
After the show in Singapore, the Gambero Rosso Tre Bicchieri World Tour 2024 will continue its journey to various cities worldwide, such as Hong Kong, Stockholm, and Oslo to showcase Italy’s selection of prominent wines.
* Reference: Wine Market Research Report Information By Type (Red Wine, White Wine, Rosé Wine, Sparkling Wine, and Others), By Packaging Type (Bottles and Cans), By Distribution Channel (Food Service and Retail), And By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, And Rest Of The World) – Market Forecast Till 2030, Author: Harshita Gorade, May 2024: https://www.marketresearchfuture.com/reports/wine-market-1655
