Romantic meals for two, a toast to another incredible day, a special occasion, or a relaxing dinner, dedicated Wine Gurus at every resort are on-hand to recommend the perfect complement to every occasion. Behind the cellar doors is award-winning Minor Hotel Group Wine Guru Jirachai (June) Sethisakko, creating a wonderful world of wine for Anantara Vacation Club resorts. |
Award-winning
June leads an award-winning team of world-class sommeliers, including Wine Guru Peetiwat Manapim, winner of Best Sommelier of Thailand for our Club Escapes resort, Anantara Phuket Layan Resort & Spa, Wine Professional of Thailand winner and finalist in the Asia Oceania Wine Competition in Korea.
His top tip on knowing a good quality bubbly is to check the clarity of the fizz, and if the bubbles stay in the glass for a long time, it’ a good sign.
Many Anantara hotels and resorts are winners of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence and this is partly due to our Wine Gurus who travel to vineyards across the globe for authentic training. Their attention to detail makes a big difference to guests’ experiences, such as serving wine in the right glass; the perfect size and shape to suit the bouquet, taste, balance and finish. |
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Take a wine tour
June leads the Wine Gurus who take guests on a tasting journey around the world of wine and how to pair them with the right foods. Savour select vintages at a wine dinner and raise a glass to the wine of the month. June designs each unique menu and trains an elite force of sommeliers to inspire real appreciation.
June’s advice is to:
Just enjoy what you like. There are no golden rules and it all depends on your palate!
Wine is about passion
The joy of a great wine at Anantara Vacation Club is inspired by June’s energy and enthusiasm.
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“My favourite is definitely old world wines such as Italian and French. I love the history, stories and passion behind the labels. The world of wines is an endless treasure trove that you can continuously explore. At some point in the future, I would love to visit Japan to learn more about sake.” |
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A zest for good wine creates the best Wine Gurus, according to June.
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“It is just as much about personal interest and passion as it is about expertise. Our sommeliers love sharing their knowledge and stories behind the great wines we serve. It is an interactive role. Tasting flights are one of our most popular experiences and these can be made even more intriguing with the fun twist of blindfolding guests!” |
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June’s wine terminology guide
While sipping fine wine on your luxury Anantara Vacation Club stay, you can show your appreciation with June’s handy terminology guide:
Aroma - The smells of a wine, particularly those derived from the grape and fermentation.
Balance – A wine in which all the elements (fruit, acidity, tannin, etc.) are in harmony.
Bouquet - The smells that develop with age.
Finish – The final sensation left in the mouth. A long, persistent finish is considered a sign of a fine wine.
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Love wine? Simply click on this link to our Anantara Vacation Club Phuket Facebook page and answer the question below to be in for a chance to win a vintage bottle of wine on your next holiday at Anantara Vacation Club in Phuket Mai Khao.
Q: What is your favorite wine?
Answer in a comment to the post on our Phuket Facebook page by 20 April 2015 and a bottle of Colombard, Monsoon Valley Thailand, 2012 vintage is yours to devour.
The name of the lucky winner will be posted on Facebook shortly after the cut off date, so keep an eye out!
Good luck.
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