In 1987, Taiwan first opened its doors to wine and other alcohol imports. In a matter of no time, the world’s leading wineries, distilleries, and breweries were grappling over what was soon to become one of Asia’s most dynamic markets . Today, Taiwan is the fifth largest wine importer in Asia, and its top imports come from France, Chile, Spain, Australia, and the US. According to Internatioanl Wine and Spirit Research (IWSR), wine consumption in Taiwan will reach 15.2 million liters in 2011, with sales climbing to 185 million US dollars. In 2010, wine sales rose by an astonishing 36.81%, illustrating the unrelenting thirst of Taiwanese consumers.

    Wine in Taiwan was once considered beyond the means of average citizens and left an exorbitant impression in the minds of Taiwanese consumers. However, with rising living standards and increasingly cosmopolitan society, Taiwanese have become avid wine consumers. Robust wine demand has broadened the range of wines available to Taiwanese consumers and simultaneously increased the variety of outlets where wine can be purchased. An increasing number of higher-end wines can be found in wine cellars throughout Taiwan, as affluent consumers have developed a palate for fine wines. Young urban professionals and women are becoming increasingly important in the Taiwan wine market, providing solid opportunities for growth. IWAR further forests per capit wine consumption in Taiwan to increase to 0.9 liters next year, up from 0.7 liters in 2006.

    For the past two years, Kaigo Co., Ltd. had successfully organized “WhiskyLIVE and Fine Spirits,” the largest whisky exhibition in Taiwan and second largest in the world. Building on 30 plus years of professional exhibition organizing experience, Kaigo Co., Ltd. will host Wine & Gourmet Taipei from 25-26 June, 2011 in Hall 3 of Taipei World Trade Center. Wine & Gourmet Taipei is set to be the largest, most highly anticipated event dedicated to connecting Taiwanese wine enthusiasts with purveyors of every wine imaginable. The full spectrum of both new and old world wines will be on full display at Wine & Gourmet Taipei. Barware, glassware, and accessories will also be exhibited at the show. The other half of this double feature includes gourmet comestibles such as fine cheeses, caviar, oysters, smoked meats and salmon. In addition to the exhibition, various concurrent activities such as master classes, limited edition wine tasting, new label launches, winery tours, etc. will be held. Come enjoy the finest nectar and ambrosia while making valuable connections with wine enthusiasts from around Taiwan and the world.