Robert Parker Wine Advocate (RPWA), the world’s most widely read independent consumers’ guide to fine wine, recently launched RP Benefits – its first-ever comprehensive lifestyle programme providing food enthusiasts and wine connoisseurs exclusive access to unique wine and dine experiences at more than 70 restaurants, including Michelin-starred and Michelin-listed establishments.
Through RP Benefits, members can bring their own bottle at no corkage charge or at a discounted rate when they dine at over 50 restaurants in Singapore. They will also get to enjoy VIP treatment at restaurants, hotels, wine merchants and bars. More establishments will be added to the list periodically.
RPWA has chosen Singapore as the address to debut this programme, and plans are in the pipeline to roll it out in other countries soon. One for the sophisticated diner, RP Benefits offers the following:
- Bring-your-own-bottle privilege – Members can bring their personal, curated collection of wines to pair with the delicious mainstays when dining at over 50 partnering restaurants. The roster of Michelin-starred establishments lending support includes Braci, Chef Kang Kitchen, Meta Restaurant, Saint Pierre, Shoukouwa Sushi Restaurant, The Kitchen at Bacchanalia and The Song of India. Terms and conditions apply.
- Special promotions – Take advantage of exclusive offers at more than 70 restaurants and bars such as complimentary wine tasting experiences at leading wine merchants and wineries; up to 20 per cent discount at renowned restaurants; and complimentary wine pairings at Alma by Juan Amador and La Terre.
- Unique experiences – Enjoy privileges at close to 20 restaurants such as menu upgrades, a complimentary glass of wine or sake, kitchen tour or even a drink with the chef at the kitchen.
The lifestyle programme is specially tailored for the subscribers of Robert Parker Wine Advocate. To enjoy RP Benefits, visit RobertParker.com to sign up for a Personal Subscription (USD99/year). Sign in to the RP Benefits mobile application after you have downloaded it via iOS and Android devices:
- iOS:https://itunes.apple.com/sg/app/robert-parker-benefits/id1198189334?mt=8
- Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.buuuk.robertparker
Participating establishments:
Restaurants | ||
28 Wilkie | Domvs by Gabriel Frattini | Peach Blossoms |
Aburiya @ Boat Quay | FOC Restaurant | Saint Pierre |
Akanoya Robatayaki | FOC Sentosa | Salt Grill & Sky Bar |
Akashi Japanese Restaurant | FOO’D by Davide Oldani | Senso Ristorante & Bar |
Akira Back | Fleur De Sel Le Restaurant | Shisen Hanten by Chen Kentaro |
Alati Divine Greek Cuisine | Grissini | Smoke & Mirrors |
Alma by Juan Amador | Hashida Sushi Singapore | Stellar @ 1-Altitude |
Amò | Kakure | Summer Pavilion |
Aqua Luna | Ki-Sho | Tamashii Robataya |
Artemis Grill | La Brezza | Terra |
Aura | La Terre | The Carvery |
Blue Lotus – Chinese Eating House | La Ventana | The Corner House |
Bob’s Bar | Labyrinth | The Kitchen at Bacchanalia |
Boruto | Lewin Terrace | The Knolls |
Braci | Luka | The Other Room |
Brasserie Les Saveurs | Me@OUE | The Palmary |
Breton Restaurant Bar | Meta Restaurant | The Rabbit Stash |
Buona Terra | Mitzo Restaurant & Bar | The Song of India |
Capri Trattoria E Pizzeria | Nicholas Le Restaurant | VLV Singapore |
Cassia | Ô Batignolles | Yan Ting |
Chef Kang Kitchen | Osteria Art | Yàn |
Chef’s Table by Chef Stephan | PIM PAM by FOC | Zafferano Italian Restaurant & Lounge |
Golden Peony | Shoukouwa Sushi Restaurant | |
Wine Merchants & Bars | ||
Angra Wine & Spirits | Chateau Asia | |
Asia Wine Network | Enoteca | |
Overseas establishments | ||
Bear in Boots | Il Marroneto | The Duke of Richmond Hotel |
Bodegas Perica | La Costa Wine Co. | The Egerton House Hotel |
Boedecker Cellars | Relais & Châteaux | The Lodge at Ashford Castle |
Brengman Brothers | Residenz Heinz Winkler | The Milestone Hotel |
Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve and Retreat | Restaurant Akrame | The Montague on the Gardens |
Château d’ Anglès | Restaurant St. Hubertus | The Old Government House, Hotel & Spa |
Clearview Spirtis and Wines | Sojourn Cellars | The Oyster Box |
Elderton Wines | Summer Lodge Country House Hotel | The Rubens at the Palace |
En Garde Winery | Sun Tung Lok | The Twelve Apostles Hotel |
Farr Vintners | The Acorn Inn | Thorn-Clarke Wines |
Hotel D’Angleterre | The Chesterfield Mayfair | Town by Bryan Nagao |
Hotel 41 | The Chesterfield Palm Beach | Willamette Valley Vineyard |
More local and overseas restaurants, hotels, wine merchants and bars, establishments will be added to the list periodically, augmenting an experience that is truly exclusive and extraordinary.