Why Ferrari‑Slick Singaporeans Are Obsessed With Crystal Cognac Glasses
Picture this: a group of Singapore’s most elite car lovers suddenly swooning over glassware. Yep, you read that right. A fire‑storm of outrage erupted after a recent event featuring Louis XIII cognac, and the culprit was a pile of fine crystal glasses that “unexpectedly” vanished.
The Case of the Missing 50+ Louis XIII Cheers
- The Ferrari Owners’ Club Singapore (FOCS) sent an email to its members on November 17 demanding the location of the “more than 50… Louis XIII glasses”.
- FOCS’s president, Leong Kah Wah, claims that some members and their guests simply took the glasses home.
- Because these glasses are high‑value, the club is launching a full‑scale investigation, including a review of CCTV footage.
What’s So Special About These Glasses?
It all starts with the cognac itself. Each bottle of Louis XIII is a masterpiece made from up to 1,200 eaux‑de‑vie harvested in France’s Grande Champagne vineyards—a region prided with limestone‑rich soil that’s just perfect for those premium grapes.
And just like a fine wine, Louis XIII is known for its longevity—some bottles age over a century—and requires four generations of cellar masters to tend to its nuanced flavors.
The Glasses: Because Even Cognac Needs Luxury
- Originally introduced in 1874 by owner Paul‑Emile Rémy Martin, the cognac was first bottled in glass, giving birth to the crystal tradition we see today.
- The glasses themselves come from French crystal maestros—Baccarat, Saint‑Louis, and Cristallerie de Sevres—all known for their meticulous craftsmanship.
A French Designer’s Touch in 2008
To elevate the experience, Rémy Martin teamed up with designer Christophe Pillet in 2008. The result? Glasses that mimic the ridged columns of grand cathedrals and proudly display the Fleur‑de‑Lys emblem that ties back to Louis XIII’s heritage.
So, next time you see a Ferrari owner swirling a crystal‑encrusted drink, remember—it’s not just about the car; it’s about channeling a centuries‑old French tradition that even the most polished Singaporeans can’t resist.
Ferrari Fails to Fetish Fine Glassware
Ms. Marie‑Amelie Jacquet, the newest heir in the Heriard Dubreuil line that runs the legendary Remy Martin Cognac House, was spotted in a prized possession with the skillet‑shaped Pillet crystal glasses. A SPH phone‑captured shot shows her looking sharper than the crystal itself.
The Glittering “Church‑Bell” Flutes
Peak magazine celebrated the glasses as “handsome flutes that ring out like church bells when clinked.” Behind that voice‑over lies a motive: each crystal goblet sells for roughly $125, while a glassy‑golden 700 ml Louis XIII hits the $3,700 mark.
A Potential Pillet Heist
The missing batch of glasses has not yet been confirmed as the Pillet edition, but we’d wager it’s no coincidence. If local Ferrari owners are indeed the culprits, Leong—the Golden‑Deal mastermind—has sweetened the offer: return the crystal, and a hush‑up still‑smiles forever.
Deadline? Friday. Trust us, “Friday” in this context means Friday, 5 PM in Europe—just in time for a whole lot of online riffing.
Netizens Rant & Roast
- “High SES club, low SES act,” wrote Sai777, riffing on social tiers while pointing a snarky finger at an empty glass.
- Xboxer chimed in, “Even a Ferrari can’t kill the innate coolie genes.”
- Cnt pulled a joke, re‑calling that “FOC” can cleverly double as “Free of Charge.”
- Bobo07 took a detour, questioning why the hand‑blown bottles were left untouched.
- MrCoconut laid the blame squarely on the organisers: “If someone can snatch 50 of these glasses, the club must step up its game.”
Check the Twitter Clip
Though the raw screenshot is still trending, a quick embed of the vault (no link this time) shows the post from MrBrown: https://twitter.com/mrbrown/status/1064492189772767232—fashioning a subtle, “why is this not being taken down?” vibe.
— Tanthiampeng, AsiaOne
In the end, it’s a cocktail of laughter, a dash of lamp, and a pinch of self‑worth that keeps this story in the conversation.
