📅 May 27 – Consumer Insights & Regional Wine Trends
🕥 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Room 1
Session: Essential Consumer Insights for South Asia
Explore the latest wine and spirits consumption habits across South Asia, including markets like Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia.
Rob Temple joins Philippe Chan of YouGov to break down key findings from their March 2025 consumer survey. Topics include:
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Drinking behavior and shopping habits
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Perceptions of wine and wine-producing countries
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Hong Kong’s role as a gateway to China
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Market-specific insights for Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia
🕐 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM | Room 1
Session: Southeast Asia vs Global Wine Trends
White wines, low- and no-alcohol options, and lighter reds are trending globally — but how are these trends reflected in Southeast Asia?
Join moderator and wine expert Nimmi Malhotra along with industry leaders like Michel Conrad (IWS), Ian Ford (Nimbility), and Master of Wine Richard Hemming for a deep dive into the evolving regional palate.
📅 May 28 – China Focus & Luxury in Southeast Asia
🕥 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM | Room 1
Session: China’s Wine Market in Transition
China’s wine industry is bouncing back after a period of decline. This session will uncover new opportunities and challenges in this complex market.
Moderated by Natalie Wang (Vino Joy News), the expert panel includes:
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Dan Siebers (Wajiu China)
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Philippe Bera (Omtis Fine Wines)
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Kate Williams (Australian Vintage)
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Mishao Chen (Henkell Freixenet Greater China)
🕛 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Room 1
Session: Luxury & Premiumization in Southeast Asia
Are premium drinks still worth it in today’s market? This panel explores what makes a drink truly “luxury” — from packaging to positioning — and how brands can get it right.
Hosted by Richard Hemming MW with industry experts sharing real-world examples of hits and misses.
📅 May 29 – Asian Consumers, Innovation & India Insights
🕥 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM | Room 1
Session: Understanding the Asian Consumer
Get to know the modern Asian drinks consumer. This panel will discuss the impact of culture, health trends, and social media on buying decisions — helping brands better connect with this diverse and dynamic audience.
🕛 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Room 1
Session: Innovation Meets Wine
Technology is reshaping the wine industry. From AI in vineyards to robots recommending wine, this session dives into how innovation can boost sales and enhance customer experiences.
Hosted by Dr. Anja Zimmer (Meininger’s International), with a virtual presentation of WilliWein, the AI sommelier robot, by Philipp Mann (TailorWine).
🕒 3:15 PM – 4:15 PM | Room 1
Session: Navigating the Indian Market
Want to succeed in India’s growing wine market? Learn directly from Sonal C. Holland, India’s first and only Master of Wine. She’ll share strategies on:
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Understanding Indian consumers
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Dealing with import regulations
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Building relationships with key partners
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Finding the right importer to grow your brand
