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APAC’s Leading Wine and Spirits Trade Fair, ProWine Asia @ HOFEX, returns to Hong Kong with over 300 World-class Vintages from 27 Countries and Regions
Post Time:2019-05-09Author:Food2China

APAC’s Leading Wine and Spirits Trade Fair, ProWine Asia @ HOFEX, returns to Hong Kong 

with over 300 World-class Vintages from 27 Countries and Regions 

Co-located with Leading Hospitality & Food Tradeshow HOFEX, 4-day must-visit fair offers gateway to Asia

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(15 April 2019, Hong Kong) ProWine Asia, the fast-growing wines and spirits trade fair under the world’s leading show, ProWein, returns to Hong Kong from 7-10 May alongside HOFEX, Asia’s Leading Food & Hospitality Tradeshow. Held across 7,000m2 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), visitors will be able to source from thousands of world-class wines and spirits from every continent as well as gather information on the latest industry trends – from whisky to special region vintages. Seen as the gateway to coveted Southeast Asia, the four-day event also provides an essential platform for international exhibitors looking to expand in the booming region. After its hugely successful Hong Kong debut in 2017, this year’s show is set for an even more impressive return with over 300 exhibitors from 27 countries and regions. 

Located in Hall 3 F&G, ProWine Asia @ HOFEX is a must-visit show for wine and spirits importers, producers, retailers, distributors and buyers, sommeliers, bartenders, investors and other trade professionals looking to view, taste and source the hottest products and keep up to date with the latest industry innovations.

Product highlights at ProWine Asia @ HOFEX 

From discovering wines from China to Chile to sourcing the latest and best-selling champagne, single-malt whiskey, cocktails and ciders, visitors to the show will be able to meet suppliers from an array of countries including the 13 group pavilions covering Hungary, Austria, France, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Spain, USA and more. Standout products include E. McDougall & Co. Cabernets 2017 – a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Malbec, providing the palate with a silky tannin profile laced with luscious blackcurrant and set to mature to excellence over the next 12-15 years. In the world of spirits, not to miss is the Glen Moray 12-year-old Single Malt Whiskey, aged in the finest American oak and marrying summer fruits and mellow vanilla, finishing with a subtle sweetness. 

Following the success of its Düsseldorf, Shanghai and Singapore versions, the Champagne Lounge was unveiled for the first time at ProWine Asia Hong Kong 2017. First and fore most a venue for business, the Champagne Lounge is highlighting the expertise of champagne houses and winemakers in a setting that is matching the image of excellence and art de vivre of the appellation. 

Furthermore, the tasting area is a real must for revealing or rediscovering the best champagne cuvees around a comprehensive interactive program given by renowned experts … a real opportunity to get in touch with decision makers and trade buyers throughout Asia. 

Wine Forum returns with tastings, masterclasses and more 

The show’s diverse event schedule is designed to excite and educate, shining a light on hot industry topics including organic wines, sustainability and fairtrade. The esteemed Wine Forum will feature a series of presentations and masterclasses from recognised Master of Wine, Master of Sommelier and leading practitioners including Debra Meiburg MW, Jennifer Docherty MW, Darius Allyn MS, Lu Yang MS and Sarah Heller MW. 

“We are setting a new benchmark at ProWine Asia this year and sommeliers, bartenders, wine connoisseurs and other trade professionals can look forward to sharing ideas, closing deals and discovering new and established local and international labels”, says Mr. Daniel Cheung, General Manager of UBM Asia. “If you are in the wine and spirits industry you must visit this year’s ProWine Asia, especially as we are co-located with HOFEX, Asia’s Leading Food and Hospitality Tradeshow, which in itself attracts tens of thousands of visitors biennially.”

Co-organised by Messe Düsseldorf China Ltd. and UBM Asia, ProWine Asia is the newest extension of ProWein Düsseldorf – the World's leading international trade fair for wines and spirits. 

UBM Asia is the largest tradeshow organiser in Asia with over 290 events, combining local expertise with a global industry network to provide high-quality events and the best customer experience for event attendees from all over the world.

Pre-registration for ProWine Asia 2019 is now open until 18 April on the website. Walk-in are available on-site, and visitors may register and pick up a pass outside Hall 3. The show is open to trade professionals and media only and visitors must be aged 18 or above. Preregistration passes include a complimentary 4-day show admission badge to ProWine Asia and HOFEX, as well as an electronic Advance Buyer’s Guide and access to the tradeshow’s complimentary business matching services.

EndsNotes to Editors:

This announcement is distributed by Cred Communications Ltd. on behalf of UBM Asia. To pre-register for HOFEX, ProWine Asia and Retail Asia Conference & Expo, for media enquiries or interviews please contact:

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About UBM Asia

UBM Asia is a leading B2B information services group and the largest B2B Events organiser in the world. Pleasevisit http://www.ubm.com/asia for more information about our presence in Asia.

https://www.ubm.com/global-reach/ubm-asia

About HOFEX

Remarking 32 years of excellence, HOFEX – Asia’s Leading Food & Hospitality Tradeshow, has been taking theindustry on numerous extraordinary journeys of culinary delicacies from all over the world, bringing the mostcomprehensive selection of Food & Drinks, Hospitality Equipment & Supplies products to Asia.

https://hofex.com/

https://www.facebook.com/HOFEX.hk/

About ProWine Asia

Co-organised by Messe Düsseldorf China Ltd. and UBM Asia, ProWine Asia 2019 will continue to be held aspart of HOFEX 2019 - leading trade show for food and hospitality in the region

Continuing successful cooperation with food and hospitality, ProWine Asia 2019 will bring a diverse assemblage of established international labels while offering the best practices, credibility and global recognitionbrought about by ProWein Düsseldorf – the World's leading international trade fair for wines and spirits.

http://hongkong.prowineasia.com/

https://www.facebook.com/prowineasiahk/

About Retail Asia Conference & Expo

As the leading retail exhibition in Asia, RACE is proudly recognised as the MUST-JOIN event among the industry’s most influential retailers and buyers. RACE features three focus areas: Retail Technology, Retail Design &In-Store Marketing and Internet Retailing, as well as various onsite educational seminars and networking events.

https://www.retailasiaexpo.com/

https://www.facebook.com/retailasiaexpo/

Show details for HOFEX, ProWine Asia and Retail Asia Conference & Expo:

Dates and opening times:

7-9 May 2019: 10:30 – 18:30

10 May 2019: 10:30 – 17:00

Location:

Halls 1, 3, 5Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre



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