MANILA, Philippines - Many events have attempted to capture the majesty, prestige, and magic of wine culture, but none of them could ever hold a candle to The Grand Wine Experience, Southeast Asia’s most illustrious and most lavish wines and spirits social, a proverbial mecca to which thousands make their annual pilgrimage. Last November 14, 2014, the Marriott Hotel in Newport City opened its doors to over 1,500 passionate epicureans and bon vivants as The Grand Wine Experience celebrated its 14th record-breaking year.
Highlights of Marriott head chef Meik Bremmer’s palate playground included smoked spare ribs cooked in a John Lee Bourbon barbecue sauce and a giant paella, among many others. Making a triumphant return to the Grand Wine was fan favorite Sabor Latino, who had all the guests frolicking on the dance floor and frothing for more.
The 14th Grand Wine Experience was in partnership with co-presentors Rustans Supermaket, Starbucks Coffee, Marriott Hotel Manila in cooperation with The Grand Fiesta of Resorts World Manila. Partners include Future Trade International, Diageo Philippines, Moett Hennessy Philippines, Bestworld Beverage Brands, Golden Wines, Premier Wine and Spirits, Barcino, Aviver, Belmondo Italia Corporation, Emperador Distillers, Fly Ace, Brumm’s Wines , Quinta do Zambujeiro Wines, Grand Cru, Booze On Line and Philipppine Airlines, with special thanks to PhilJets, E-Games, Star Cruises, Columbia Transport, AXN and Sony TV, Oriental Merchants, Stoneworks and Nissan Motors. Photos by JOEY VIDUYA