The idyllic resort restaurant's impressive wine list had won it the Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence for two years in a row
Our By The Glass series sees sommeliers and wine experts share some vinous inspiration for your next pour.
For two straight years, Anantara Desaru Coast Resort's Sea.Fire.Salt. has been recognised by Wine Spectator for its exceptional wine service with an impressive selection.
Hery Merdeka Pasaribu heads the team at the restaurant and boasts a deep knowledge of the wine the resort offers, which consists of both New World and Old World wines.
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An early (in your career) wine that made you go "Wow! I want to be a sommelier"
In 2008, I was lucky enough to open my first memorable wine, a bottle of Marques de Riscal Sauvignon Blanc 2005. It was the start of my love affair with wines, especially Old World wines. From that moment, I knew I wanted to be in the wine business.
Most memorable pour
2010 Chateau Angelus Saint – Emilion Grand Cru. It has a deep, dark ruby red colour over notes of mature dark black fruits, fresh cassis, coffee, with a soft acidity, which gives it a more harmonious and long finish.
Tipple for a Tuesday
Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2021. It's got an aromatic and floral intensity, leaving notes of strongly ripe passionfruit on your palates, hence giving it a more refreshing characteristic, especially when you open it on a particularly sunny day.