Wine auction helps raise $1m for charities

THE La Paulee, a Burgundian wine-themed event, took place in Singapore from last Friday to Sunday.

The three-day wine event, named La Paulee de Singapour, was organised by Dr NK Yong and his wife Melina - internationally respected wine connoisseurs known for combining their passion for wine, food and charity. Held at Capella Singapore, the event was kickstarted with a gala charity dinner and wine auction, followed by 11/2 days of tastings. In total, the event raised $1 million for the three beneficiaries - St Andrew's Autism Centre (SAAC), the Autism Association (Singapore) Eden Centre for Adults and the Autism Resource Centre (Singapore).

Dr Yong shared, "Wine is about people but more important it is about sharing. And a Paulee, which begun originally as a gathering of wine growers and friends to celebrate the end of the harvest, is for us a gathering of friends to celebrate life and love. And while we celebrate our friendships, we do not forget to share also with those less fortunate in our community who need our help."