BENJAMIN HASKO – NEW MASTER OF WINE FROM SINGAPORE
Five members of the wine trade from the US, the UK, Norway, Singapore and Mainland China have become Masters of Wine, taking the total number of MWs to 421
BENJAMIN HASKO’S LOVE FOR WINE has brought him to many regions around the world as sommelier and consultant. He has put down roots in Singapore, where he is director of Luxury Beverage Group, and where he lives with his wife and children. Benjamin imports wines into Australia and Singapore, working with small producers focused on sustainability from Northern Italy, Germany, and Central Europe. Benjamin also supports wine education as a presenter and examiner. His passion for wine extends beyond work, leading him on global travels to discover emerging countries, regions and producers.
The Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW) is a membership organisation with an exceptional international reputation. For more than 70 years, its members – the Masters of Wine (MWs) – have been at the forefront of leadership and expertise in the world of wine.
Benjamin's Master of Wine research paper
Understanding the value of sub-regional identity in Margaret River: consumer perspectives from Singapore