Afterhours@ACM: Chateauneuf-du-Pape Top Picks | Peatix tag:peatix.com,2011:1 2021-11-15T08:05:46+08:00 Peatix Asian Civilisations Museum Afterhours@ACM: Chateauneuf-du-Pape Top Picks tag:peatix.com,2016:event-173811 2016-06-15T19:00:00SGT 2016-06-15T19:00:00SGT Tour our new special exhibition, Christianity in Asia: Sacred Art and Visual Splendour, then savour our selection of gloriously rich wines of elegance and finesse from Châteauneuf-du-Pape. The famed region was long-entwined with papal history, and the wines were dubbed “Vin du Pape” – wine of the Pope, by John XXII back in the 14th century.Wines carefully curated for the evening are from a family estate producer active since 1826.For enquiries, call 6332 7798 or email nhb_acm_prog@nhb.gov.sg.Event URL: http://acm.org.sg/programmes/general-programmes/afterhours-at-acm-15jun2016Programme7 to 7.15 Welcome; first pour7.15 to 8 Christianity in Asia tours by ACM curators8 to 9.30 Chateauneuf-du-Pape top picks and gourmet canapes from EMPRESS---------------------------------------------WhiteDomaine Alain Jaume & Fils Chateauneuf-du-Pape – Cuvee Le Miocene 2014A white of great finesse. Pale yellow colour with hints of green, aromas of honeysuckle. The palate is pleasantly balanced, with dried apricot, honey, and elderberry. Pairings: EMPRESS char siew; baked hoisin snapper, snake beans and crispy yam; tofu and zucchini with chilli and peanut dips.RedsDomaine Alain Jaume & Fils Chateauneuf-du-Pape– Cuvee Grand Veneur 2012This wine is a good representation of Chateauneuf-du-Pape expression, displaying all the characteristics of the terroir. Intense dark-ruby colour with aromas of ripe blackberry, cherry, and spices. The palate is elegant, with tannins, and a long and luxurious finish. Pairings: crackling crispy pork; tempura of shiitake and lotus root.Domaine Alain Jaume & Fils Chateauneuf-du-Pape – Cuvee Les Origines 2010A terrific Chateauneuf-du-Pape with great concentration and finesse. Deep and brilliant, purple-red colour. Aromas of black fruit, spices, and vanilla. A complex palate: spices and ripe fruit with elegant woodiness and harmonious tannins; good long finish. Pairings: seared angus beef tenderloin cubes with garlic and black pepper sauce; seared salmon with pea shoots, XO sauce; spiced eggplant tart, minted yogurt and pine nuts.Domaine Alain Jaume & Fils Chateauneuf-du-Pape – Cuvee Les Origines 2007A complete wine, rich and elegant – completely harmonious. Intense, brilliant, garnet-red colour. Reveals lovely fruit, and a heady bouquet of ground peppers, raspberries, cherry liqueur, currants, and spice box. Pairings: royal Peking duck wrapped in silk crepes, scallions and cucumber; poached asparagus with spring onion ribbon, dressed with chestnuts and chilli yellow bean sauce.---------------------------------------------Tour Christianity in Asia: Sacred Art and Visual SplendourDisplaying masterpieces of Christian art made across Asia by artists of various faiths, the exhibition shows how works of Asian Christian art combine traditional Western imagery with Asian materials and artistic techniques. Christianity in Asia showcases ACM’s rich collection – including many new acquisitions – and stunning masterpieces from 6 countries and 20 lending institutions, including the Musée du Louvre, and Bibliothèque nationale de France. With objects never before on loan, nor seen in Singapore, this is an exhibition not to be missed.Learn more about the exhibition: http://acm.org.sg/exhibitions/christianity-in-asia To promote art and culture across museums in Singapore, ACM is pleased to offer one complimentary admission to National Gallery Singapore's special exhibition, Reframing Modernism, with every ticket purchased. Updates tag:peatix.com,2016-06-14 16:12:36 2016-06-14 16:12:36 The event description was updated. Diff#173224 Updates tag:peatix.com,2016-06-14 16:12:11 2016-06-14 16:12:11 The event description was updated. Diff#173223 Updates tag:peatix.com,2016-06-14 00:10:06 2016-06-14 00:10:06 The event description was updated. Diff#173013 Updates tag:peatix.com,2016-06-11 05:08:58 2016-06-11 05:08:58 The event description was updated. Diff#172577 Updates tag:peatix.com,2016-06-09 23:00:06 2016-06-09 23:00:06 The event description was updated. Diff#172269 Updates tag:peatix.com,2016-06-09 22:51:31 2016-06-09 22:51:31 The event description was updated. Diff#172268