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Ronchi di Cialla wines that the Italian state offers to visiting Head of states

On the 2nd of May, Richard Sagala had the pleasure of organising a vertical tasting to a few lucky wine lovers in Canada of wines from the Italian Ronchi di Cialla estate (Friuli). A vertical comprising of 1983-1991-1992 and 2002 Schioppettinos and a 1984 Refosco. More bottles of 1991 got served at dinner following the

IMBA bespoke uniforms for the House-Yacht-Airplane.

IMBA bespoke uniforms for the House-Yacht-Airplane. Please contact us with your requirements. Contact  

Finest Damask linen for sale and bespoke uniforms

IMBA offers the finest damask linen for sale as well as bespoke uniforms for the House-Yacht-Airplane. Please contact us with your requirements. Contact     IMBA bespoke uniforms for the House-Yacht-Airplane. Please contact us with your requirements. Contact  

Marino Braccu and Richard Sagala

Verona 7-8 and 9th of April, it was a pleasure visiting Vinitaly best wine producers in the company of Marino Braccu. Marino Braccu is the General manager and Head Sommelier of Otto e mezzo Bombana in Hong Kong, the only three Michelin Stars italian restaurant in the world outside of Italy. For the occasion, Marino curated

The subtle art of Damask linen

Depicted: a 1620 linen napkin NEWS: From now on, IMBA will offer exclusive rare and bespoke Damask linen to a discerning worldwide clientele.  

“The Value of Authenticity and what price for Excellence” workshop in Paris

On the 11th of April, Richard Sagala gave at the Kedge Business School in Paris a six hours workshop on: The value of authenticity and what price for Excellence to the students of the Arts & Creative Industries Management program.    

Charles Curtis and Richard Sagala @ Five star Wines

It was a pleasure to meet Charles Curtis at the Five star Wines Competition. Charles Curtis MW is an expert about the the fine wines market. Visit him at Wine Alpha: link  

5 Star wines Competition, Verona, Italy

The quest for excellence at the international 5 Stars wines competition in Verona April third to fifth 2019

The Gérard Basset Excellence in Wine Service prize

In Memory of my friend and associate Gérard Basset OBE, MS, MW, Wine MBA, Oiv Msc. (1957-2019) who left us on the 16th of january 2019, IMBA is creating a special prize dedicated to promoting excellence in wine service. Arguably the most wine titled person ever, respected and loved by all for his kindness and

Marc Almert, Best Sommelier of the World 2019

Marc Almert, a young talented Sommelier from Germany just got crowned Best Sommelier of The World 2019 at the ASI Competition held in Antwerpen on March 15th. This is a First to win such a prestigious competition that early. My friend and partner, the late Gérard Basset, won it when he was twice the age of

BABA au Rhum, IMBABA

with Chantilly… and a quality rhum… makes it easy to love by all…

Vin de Constance 2014

In days of old, this wine used to be supplied to Kings. Still regal today! Burnished gold wine, beautifully aromatic and very delineated with note of roses, stone fruits such as peach, apricots and poached pears in honey and sugar coated roasted pecan nuts (some botrytis). Perfectly balanced with a fresh lift that prevents the

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Raspberry Soufflés, intensely delicious!

Canelés, a Bordeaux specialty… (IMBA style)

Having studied wine from 2009 to 2012 in Bordeaux, it’s only normal that I discovered this local treat. (delicious with coffee)…    

Non multi sed multa + Non multa sed multum

RR Commemorating the Czechoslovak Squadrons of the Royal Air Force The livery of Spitfires used by these Czechoslovak Squadrons inspired the Dawn’s solid Grey exterior and Black coachline. Inside, the door flight on the driver side carries the motto of the 313th Squadron: “Jeden Jestráb Mnoho Vran Rozhání” (“One hawk chases away many crows”), while

2016 Mouton in bottle

Consistent quality throughout at all price points, Mouton wines should find their ways in smart cellars. (Tasted on premise January 2016)

The refined Art of fine damask linen

Coming soon to IMBA, the possibility to order bespoke and custom linen of the highest quality. Fine linen has always graced the best homes.

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