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Tax Free World Association 24 rue Cambacérès, 75008 Paris, France Tel : +33 1 40 74 09 86 Fax : +33 1 40 74 09 85 Charlène Tourneaux Managing Director c.tourneaux@tfwa.com Cécile Lamotte Marketing Director c.lamotte@tfwa.com Produced by: Paul Hogan Publisher paul.hogan@tfwa-dailies.com Julian Bidlake Publication Director julian.bidlake@tfwa-dailies.com Ian Hill Consultant Publisher ian.hill@tfwa-dailies.com Ross Falconer Editor ross.falconer@tfwa-dailies.com Grégory Dziedzic Assistant Editor Phoebe Givron-Taylor Assistant Editor TomAspel Designer tom@aspelcreative.com Grant Pritchard Photographer photography@grantpritchard.co.uk PPS Publications Ltd post@pps-publications.com © PPS Publications Ltd 2026 L ast night on La Croisette in the shadow of the iconic Carlton, the Riviera Sunset premium brand evening brought together fine Oliva Cigars, 25 year old Flor de Caña rum direct from the cask, freshly-made Jules-Destrooper biscuiterie, and exquisite Neuhaus Belgian chocolates (as if they need any further introduction!) These custodians of total excellence spoke in turn to the Dailies about their most significant GTR developments: • Thomas Gryson, Head of Export & GTR, VCF Cigars said: “Exactly a year on from the launch of our Oliva exclusive to GTR four-pack hand-made cigars, the smaller packaging confirms we are travelling in exactly the right direction for premium cigars.” • Isabel Baert, CEO of Neuhaus, highlighted how “we have just opened our first The Riviera Sunset premium brand evening monobranded strore in India at Mumbai, and we are also here tonight showcasing ‘Les Nuances’ – layered chocolates and textures designed by Christian Wijnants, the Antwerp-based fashion designer.” • Sofie Vandermarliere – Owner of Jules Destrooper Biscuiterie related a family connection with Oliva cigars, while guests eagerly tasted the warm Butter Crisps toasted by an expert chef. • Flor de Caña, here in Cannes celebrating its 135th anniversary, is marking the event with an exclusive 35-year-old expression, presented in a striking bottle crowned with obsidian stone and produced in a highly limited batch. Rodrigo Bazán, Managing Director GTR, also highlighted a 25-year- old expression, with guests invited to sample the rum drawn straight from the cask, topped with aromatic smoke for an immersive tasting experience. Tuesday 29 September 2026 78 T F W A D A I L Y