PLANET GRAPES – Wine Without The Drama at McKinley Hill
Planet Grapes, a wine store/wine bar, marks its formal opening at the G/F Bldg. 3 of Tuscany at McKinley Hill, Upper McKinley Road, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City on July 30. Planet Grapes is the newest place for people who want to discover and drink wine without the anxiety or drama. At Planet Grapes, customers can discover and learn about wine one grape at a time. And with two in-store Enomatic wine dispensers, guests can try wine by the glass for up to sixteen different wines from the best wine regions in the world.
Planet Grapes offers an easygoing and wine-friendly ambiance where the
uninitiated (and uninhibited!) can begin their journey to discover the world of
wines. The state-of-the-art Italian enomatic machines allow customers to try
different wines by the glass, in three different glass sizes: sip, half-glass,
and full glass. Customers may also purchase wines by the bottle. The selections
in the store are organized by grape varietals and grouped into red and white
wine. You will find different representations or expressions of each grape
varietal from Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, France, Italy, Spain,
Portugal, North America, and South America. Each grape varietal has a distinct
character, taste, aroma, body and mouth-feel. For white wine lovers, there’s Sauvignon
Blanc, a light white wine with a somewhat `grassy’ flavor; Chardonnay, an
elegantly crisp dry white varietal wine; Riesling, an off-dry white wine; and Gewurztraminer,
a somewhat sweet and very aromatic white wine. For red wine lovers, the options
are endless from the light and easy Pinot Noir, the ever-popular Merlot, the
more sophisticated Cabernet Sauvignon, to the full-bodied Syrah or Shiraz.
At Planet Grapes, learning about wine is easy
and fun. Attentive and well-trained Planet Grapes staff can provide ideal wine
recommendations. Whether you are a wine newbie or a seasoned wine drinker who
wants to try certain wines to pair with food, start a wine collection, or
someone looking for a special gift, you can rely on the Planet Grapes staff to discuss
each wine's characteristics, story, and perfect food pairings.
The inviting wine bar
has chic interiors with a modern touch, highlighted by the seamless interplay
of wood and metal that adds up to its relaxed ambience. The atmosphere is
enticing for customers who want to while away the hours, without feeling
overwhelmed or intimidated by all the ceremony and rules (drama) that usually
accompany wine drinking. The walls are adorned with neatly displayed wine bottles
and subdued LED-lighting, with soft background music throughout the store, to offer
an intimate and cozy feel perfect for an evening of relaxation and quiet
conversation with friends. Alfresco seating is available and very popular for
people who just want to watch the world go by. Aside from the impressive
selection of wine, Planet Grapes also offers tasty small bites on its menu to
pair with wine, including the must-try Filipino classic balut to go with
any of the white wines.
Planet Grapes is the
latest brand created by the entrepreneur partners Romy Sia and Christian Tan.
Sia’s interest in wine was sparked by his travels abroad. He got hooked on wine
after reading Benjamin Wallace’s book, the New York Times bestseller, “The
Billionaire’s Vinegar”. Since he aims to make wine enjoyment accessible and
affordable to an increasingly affluent and savvy Filipino market, Sia thinks
removing people’s anxiety towards wine is the best way to make wine a part of
people’s lives. Planet Grapes, with its tagline of wine without the drama, is
the solution. Three more Planet Grapes stores are planned to open soon and they
will be at Century City Mall in Makati, Ayala Center Cebu, and River Park at
Festival Mall Alabang.
For reservations, please
contact (02) 551 – 3713. To inquire about wine tasting and workshop events or
other details, please visit www.planetgrapes.com.ph.