Dear Members and Friends,
We celebrate our beloved country’s National Day on 16th August 2024 (our society’s 59th anniversary).
We are thrilled to host this National Day event at the exciting new Restaurant Fiz. Located in the historic center of Tanjong Pagar, Fiz is helmed by Chef Hafizzul Hashim who specializes in exploring South East Asian cuisine by merging the ancient and the contemporary. Many of the items are modern adaptations of his childhood and family recipes. Hafizzul's career trajectory includes prestigious stints in Michelin-starred kitchens such as Chez Bruce and Mirabelle in London, where he honed his skills alongside renowned chefs like Marco Pierre White.
Indeed this is the ideal menu for our National Day event. In addition, Restaurant Fiz has been included in the 2024 Michelin Awards with its first-ever Green Star. This will be a special IWFS Event at a Michelin-starred restaurant painstakingly curated by our Treasurer, Laurence.
Complementing this unique menu is a selection of our Society’s memorable wines. We will be presenting the First Growth Chateau Haut Brion 1999. Do book early as seating is limited. Members will have priority for the first 48 hours.
Date: Friday 16th August 2024
Venue: Restaurant Fiz, 21 Tg Pagar Rd, #01-01/02, Singapore 088444
Aperitifs and Dinner - 7:00 PM and 7:30 PM respectively
Dress Code: National Dress
Member's Price: $320
Guest's Price: $365
Joyce Chang
Cellarmaster, IWFS
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Aperitifs
Champagne B Giradin Appoggiature
Starter
Kaya Toast, Amur Caviar, Century Egg, Caramalised Coconut Seri Kaya
B Giradin Vibrato bdb extra brut
1st Starter
Blue Swimmer Crab, Gaeng Gati, Fermented Rice Noodles, Ulaman
Chateau Malartic Lagraviere Blanc 2017
2nd Starter
Heirloom Carrot (V), Grilled Green Chilli Sambal, Rendang
Dominique Laurent Nuits St Georges 1er Cru Les Cailles 2000
Main Course
USA Prime Short Rib, Air Asam, Scallion, Meat Garum
Chateau Haut Brion 1999
Moss Wood 2002
Dessert
Signature Bahulu, Palmyra, Balinese Vanilla
Chateau Rieussec 1996
Wines
Each of the following wines and champagnes represents the pinnacle of their respective regions and styles, offering unique flavors and experiences that make them memorable choices for our 59th National Day dinner.
Champagne B Giradin Appoggiature, “Appoggiature" is a musical term that refers to a type of ornamentation in music, involving a grace note or embellishment. This champagne is elegant, refined, and characterized by intricate flavors.
B Giradin Vibrato bdb extra brut, a blanc de blancs champagne offering a very dry and crisp profile with a lively and dynamic character on the palate. Showcasing fine bubbles, bright acidity, and a focused expression of fruit flavors.
Chateau Malartic Lagraviere Blanc 2017, a well-regarded winery located in Graves. The Malartic Lagraviere Blanc 2017 represents a classic example of white Bordeaux wine, offering elegance, complexity, and a reflection of its terroir.
Dominique Laurent Nuits St Georges 1er Cru Les Cailles 2000, produced by a renowned micro-negociant in Burgundy. This premier Cru is is situated on ideal hilly slopes with pebbly and sandy soil. “Caillou” is a French term for pebbles.
Chateau Haut-Brion 1999, a Premier Cru Classé estate in Graves, is renowned for its elegant and age-worthy wines. The 1999 vintage displays a deep ruby color, with aromas of blackcurrant, tobacco, and earthy notes. On the palate, it offers a harmonious balance of fruit, acidity, and fine-grained tannins, leading to a lingering finish. It is a wine of great finesse and complexity.
Moss Wood 2002, an esteemed winery in Margaret River, Australia, is known for producing exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon blends. The 2002 vintage shows a deep crimson color with the aromas of blackberry, mint, and cedar. On the palate, it offers rich flavors of dark fruits, chocolate, and spice, supported by fine tannins and a long, savory finish. It represents the quality and aging potential of Margaret River wines.
Chateau Rieussec 1996, from the chateau renowned for its lusciously sweet and botrytized dessert wines. The 1996 vintage exhibits a golden color with aromas of honey, apricots, and tropical fruits. On the palate, it is rich and opulent, with flavors of marmalade, caramel, and spices, balanced by a refreshing acidity.
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