The Vault: Changi Airport and Lotte Duty Free bring prestige expressions to World of Wines & Spirits

The Vault brings rarities of the wines & spirits world to life through immersive storytelling and expert curation

SINGAPORE. Changi Airport Group’s annual World of Wines & Spirits (WOWS) showcase, in partnership with Lotte Duty Free, is returning for its fifth edition in October, headlined by ‘The Vault’ – an exclusive collection of more than 60 premium wines & spirits spanning over 30 renowned brands.

A collaboration since 2022, WOWS is Changi Airport’s flagship premium wines & spirits programme, giving travellers the opportunity to discover the stories, heritage and craftsmanship behind a curated selection of fine wines & spirits.

The 2026 selection features a line-up of rare expressions, including The Dalmore Cask Curation Series: The Madeira Cask Edition; Fettercairn The Vanguard Series Rare – 30 Years Old; The Macallan Red Collection; and Tales of The Macallan Volume II.

Making its debut this year is a lucky draw offering shoppers the chance to win an exclusive trip to Hangzhou for the Kaluga Queen Caviar Experience.

The full collection is also available to the public via the WOWS online platform.

Changi Airport Group Managing Director of Airside Concessions Hung Jean said, “World of Wines & Spirits has grown into Changi Airport’s flagship platform for premium wines & spirits.

“Together with Lotte Duty Free and our brand partners, we are bringing collectors and enthusiasts closer to exceptional bottles through carefully curated experiences that celebrate their craftsmanship, heritage and stories.

“This year’s collection is a good representation of our goal to make Changi Airport a leading destination for discovering some of the world’s most distinctive and sought-after wines & spirits.”

A striking addition to The Vault, the Hennessy Paradis 2027 Lunar New Year limited edition features a bespoke design by RAXXY Founder and Creative Director William Shen, inspired by the Year of the Goat and the traditional Chinese blessing San Yang Kai Tai

Lotte Duty Free Singapore Managing Director Bruce Ham said, “Our ongoing partnership with Changi Airport Group continues to redefine the premium retail experience for global travellers.

“Together with prestigious brands such as Fettercairn and The Macallan, this year’s WOWS edition will introduce an unmatched portfolio of the world’s most sought-after spirits, offering a peek into the world of the most coveted bottles.”

A closer look inside The Vault

Taking place on 16 and 17 October, this year’s signature event, The Vault, is built around the concept of a private repository where rare wines & spirits are carefully preserved.

The Vault presents a selection of rare bottles, alongside their stories and craftsmanship.

The event is being hosted at JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach, with the venue transformed into a showcase spanning five distinct zones.

Another rare find at WOWS 2026, L’Or de Jean Martell – Assemblage de la Chèvre is Maison Martell’s Year of the Goat expression, limited to fewer than 500 individually numbered pieces

Each zone features a selection of wines & spirits, highlighting their character, heritage and craftsmanship.

The programme includes an opening performance, followed by a caviar canapé experience, alongside Cognac and whisky tastings, curated by caviar producer Kaluga Queen.

WOWS masterclasses by Fettercairn and The Macallan will take place before the signature event, focusing on selected expressions. Private preview sessions will also offer guests early access to highlights from the WOWS 2026 collection.

Customers who spend at least S$10,000 (US$7,840) through the WOWS online portal may gain access to the invitation-only signature event, subject to availability.

The WOWS 2026 grand prize

This year’s WOWS edition is introducing a new offering, giving qualifying guests the chance to win an exclusive four-day, three-night Kaluga Queen Caviar Experience in Hangzhou, China.

The itinerary includes a behind-the-scenes look at the caviar-making process, an expert-led tasting of caviar from different years and species, a Champagne-paired caviar afternoon tea overlooking Qiandao Lake, and a visit to Kaluga Queen’s cultural experience store.

Purchases made during WOWS 2026 until 17 October qualify for the WOWS Grand Draw, with no minimum spend required. The winner will be announced in November.

Mastercard cardholders spending at least S$5,000 (US$3,900) receive a complimentary set of two Christofle Old Fashioned Crystal Glasses worth S$540 (US$420), while other WOWS patrons qualify with a minimum spend of S$7,000 (US$5,500).

WOWS 2026 collection highlights

The Dalmore Cask Curation Series: The Madeira Cask Edition

The Dalmore has recently unveiled the fourth edition of its Cask Curation Series, The Madeira Wine Cask Edition.

Launched in 2023, the range features the Highland Single Malt Whisky’s heritage through multi-cask maturation and exclusive partnerships with fine wine producers.

The final Cask Curation Series edition highlights Madeira, the fortified wine from the Portuguese island of the same name.

The Dalmore partnered with Blandy’s Madeira for this edition, drawing on the seven-generation family producer’s two centuries of winemaking heritage.

This edition reveals The Dalmore’s character through three distinct Madeira styles, delivering three exceptional single malts: The Dalmore Cask Curation Series – The Madeira Cask Edition, aged 30, 34 and 45 years.

With only 150 sets available worldwide, one is being offered at WOWS 2026 for S$64,000 (US$50,160).

Fettercairn The Vanguard Series Rare – 30 Years Old

Fettercairn Distillery’s The Vanguard Series is a three-part collection of limited-edition single malts, focused on provenance, partnerships, casks, raw materials and flavour.

The second release, The Vanguard Series Rare – 30 Years Old, draws on the colours and atmosphere of autumn at the distillery. Limited to 97 bottles worldwide, five are available at WOWS 2026 for S$4,050 (US$3,170) each.

The Macallan Red Collection Set

The Macallan Red Collection features three rare age statements, including 71, 74 and 78 Years Old.

The whiskies were matured for more than seven decades by generations of whisky makers in hand-selected oak casks, with the wood shaping their distinctive character.

Among The Macallan’s oldest releases, the three expressions feature natural colour, with flavours of dried fruit, oak spice and subtle sweetness.

The bottles are presented in handcrafted oak boxes upholstered in red Scottish leather by Bridge of Weir Leather. A complete set with bespoke case is available exclusively at WOWS for S$368,200 (US$288,580).

Tales of The Macallan Volume II

A tribute to founder Alexander Reid, this 73 Year Old Single Malt was distilled in 1949 and bottled in 2022.

The whisky has bronzed oak tones, subtle red hues and a lingering smokiness reminiscent of whiskies from Alexander Reid’s time.

Selected at peak maturation, the whisky features notes of woodsmoke, forest fruits, herbs, spices, dark chocolate, plum and black cherry.

The whisky is housed in a handcrafted crystal decanter created by Lalique master glassmakers. One bottle will be available at WOWS 2026 for S$114,000 (US$89,350).

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