Eugene Yap

Director of Sales at Wine Portal

Singapore

About

We have over 20 years of operational experience specialising in identifying, in the sourcing, and distribution of fine wines & rare wines. We have been purveying fine wines from top 10 wine producing countries under our company, Vieilles Vignes (established in 1989, meaning old vines in french), has a personalised and operating network pertinent to importing, distributing and marketing wines from both the Old and New World. Our wine distribution channels reach out to top hotels & restaurants. Besides supplying wines of intrinsic value, our focus is to pair wines that complement and bring out the best in the cuisine. Central to this is sommelier and staff training, both in the appreciation, service as well as the recommendations to patron. Vine Group Private Limited 9 Raffles Place Unit #01-20, Republic Plaza Two, Singapore 048619 Office: (65) 6823 6859, Fax: (65) 6438 9981 Website: www.vinegroup.com.sg, Facebook: www.facebook.com/baravin1989

Experience

  • Director of Sales at Wine Portal Holding P.L
    Aug 2023 - Present · 3 yrs

  • Vine Group Private Limited ()
    • Assistant General Manager
      Apr 2021 - Aug 2023 · 2 yrs 5 mos

    • Business Development Ambassador
      May 2020 - Apr 2021 · 1 yr

      We have over 20 years of operational experience specialising in identifying, in the sourcing, and distribution of fine wines & rare wines. We have been purveying fine wines from top 10 wine producing countries under our company, Vieilles Vignes (established in 1989, meaning old vines in french), has a personalised and operating network pertinent to importing, distributing and marketing wines from both the Old and New World. Our wine distribution channels reach out to top hotels & restaurants. Besides supplying wines of intrinsic value, our focus is to pair wines that complement and bring out the best in the cuisine. Central to this is sommelier and staff training, both in the appreciation, service as well as the recommendations to patron. SERVICES Wine Storage Wine Sourcing Wine Brokerage Corporate Gifts Wine Appreciation Courses Wine Consultancy Wedding / Banquet Wine Investment

  • Business Development Manager at Sarment Wine
    May 2017 - Nov 2017 · 7 mos

  • Business Development Manager at Cellarmaster Wines (Singapore) Pte Ltd
    Oct 2014 - Apr 2017 · 2 yrs 7 mos

    Cellarmaster Wines (S) Pte Ltd that has been active in the wine business since the year 1996. It has since become one of the most established and important wine importers in Singapore, committed to reliable business practices through integrity and foresight. We carry a qualitative portfolio of prestigious brands from all over the world, including South Africa, Argentina, Australia, Chile, France, Germany, New Zealand and we specialised in Spain and Italian category. We are also the exclusive importer of RIEDEL glassware in Singapore. And we are proud to inform you that we have some of the biggest clients (Who’s who In Singapore) spread all across Asia, and we have been successful in providing them with efficient services, ensuring that they receive the utmost wine experience. Our services comprising Souring an Exquisite Wine We are able to assist you to source that favourite bottle of wine or a particular significant label that your clients are looking at. Private Tasting We are able to organize private tastings and receptions at your establishment or at customer’s premises. An excellent way to entertain clients. We can also individually tailor tasting events to your company’s requirements and budgets. Wine Events Planning Hosting exhibitions, outlet opening, exquisite receptions and exclusive showcasing events. We offer professional advice on the type and quantities of wine most suited to your event. In additional, we can loan wine openers and wine glasses for your event. Corporate Gift We are able to customize your gift requirements for your clients and to advise you on the most appropriate wine selection and you are able to include your personal or corporate greetings.

  • Business Development Manager, Fine Wines at SUTL Wines & Spirits
    Apr 2014 - Sep 2014 · 6 mos