Red
Australia and New Zealand are renowned for producing exceptional red wines, known for their bold fruit flavors, firm tannins, and complex character.
One of the most famous vineyards in Australia for red wine is the Penfolds Winery, located in Barossa Valley, which produces a range of high-quality red wines, including the Grange Shiraz, the Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, and the RWT Shiraz. The estate is committed to sustainable farming practices and is known for its focus on traditional winemaking techniques.
Another well-known vineyard in Australia for red wine is the Henschke Estate, located in Eden Valley, which produces a range of exceptional red wines, including the Hill of Grace Shiraz, the Mount Edelstone Shiraz, and the Keyneton Euphonium. The estate is dedicated to sustainable farming practices and uses traditional winemaking techniques to produce wines that showcase the unique terroir of the region.
In New Zealand, one of the most famous vineyards for red wine is the Craggy Range Winery, located in Hawke's Bay, which produces a range of high-quality red wines, including the Te Kahu Merlot Cabernet, the Gimblett Gravels Syrah, and the Le Sol Syrah. The estate is committed to sustainable farming practices and uses traditional winemaking techniques to produce wines that reflect the unique character of the region.
Another well-known vineyard in New Zealand for red wine is the Felton Road Winery, located in Central Otago, which produces a range of exceptional red wines, including the Pinot Noir, the Bannockburn Pinot Noir, and the Block 5 Pinot Noir. The estate is known for its focus on sustainable farming practices and minimal intervention winemaking techniques.
Australia and New Zealand are renowned for producing exceptional red wines, with famous vineyards such as the Penfolds Winery, Henschke Estate, Craggy Range Winery, and Felton Road Winery. With a focus on sustainable farming practices and traditional winemaking techniques, red wines from these regions are gaining increasing recognition and popularity among wine enthusiasts worldwide.
Red
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(12x75cl) 1998Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (88+)
Deep, bright ruby. Pungent aromas of cassis, blackberry and oak char. Juicy, bright and intensely flavored, with flavors of crystallized dark berries. Finishes with slightly drying tannins, a note of oak char and sneaky persistence.HK$8,540.00 -
(6x150cl) 2005Wine Advocate (95)
D’Arenberg’s most famous wine is its flagship, The Dead Arm Shiraz. The 2005 The Dead Arm Shiraz is sourced from ancient head-pruned vines. It was aged for 22 months in a mix of new and used French and American oak. It is opaque purple/black with an expansive perfume of toast, smoke, spice box, mineral, pencil lead, tar, licorice, blueberry, and blackberry. Full-bodied, opulent, and super-concentrated, this structured, lengthy wine will benefit from 3-5 years of cellaring and drink well through 2025.HK$6,045.00 -
HK$600.00
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Discover the exquisite Dandelion Eden Valley Red Queen Shiraz 2019, a testament to meticulous craftsmanship from the renowned Eden Valley region. Grown in the sun-kissed vineyards, each Shiraz grape is hand-selected to ensure optimal ripeness and flavour concentration. The wine undergoes a traditional fermentation process in French oak barrels, allowing delicate integration of tannins and the development of complex aromas. On the nose, expect rich notes of blackberry, plum, and subtle hints of spice, while the palate reveals a harmonious balance of dark fruit flavours complemented by velvety tannins and a lingering finish. Produced by Dandelion, a distinguished name in fine winemaking, this 2019 vintage exemplifies their commitment to quality and elegance. Perfectly suited to accompany hearty dishes or to savour on its own, the Dandelion Eden Valley Red Queen Shiraz 2019 is a splendid addition to any connoisseur’s collection.
HK$850.00 -
```htmlThe Dandelion Vineyards Lion's Tooth of McLaren Vale Shiraz Riesling 2021 epitomises exceptional winemaking. Cultivated in the esteemed McLaren Vale region, renowned for its diverse terroir and optimal climate, Dandelion Vineyards meticulously selects premium Shiraz and Riesling grapes. The Shiraz undergoes careful hand harvesting, followed by traditional fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve its vibrant fruit flavours and structured tannins. Concurrently, the Riesling is gently pressed and fermented at cooler temperatures, accentuating its crisp acidity and aromatic finesse. The blend is aged in French oak barrels, imparting subtle spice and complexity without overshadowing the varietal characteristics. Dandelion Vineyards upholds sustainable viticultural practices, ensuring each vintage reflects both quality and environmental stewardship. The Lion's Tooth 2021 showcases a harmonious balance of dark berry richness, floral nuances, and a refreshing finish, making it a distinguished choice for discerning wine enthusiasts seeking elegance and depth in every sip.
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(12x37.5cl) 2022The Dandelion Barossa Lionheart Shiraz 2022 exemplifies the pinnacle of Barossa Valley winemaking. Cultivated in the sun-drenched vineyards of South Australia, each Syrah grape is meticulously hand-picked to ensure only the finest selection. This exquisite Shiraz undergoes a careful fermentation process before being aged for 18 months in premium French oak barrels, adding layers of complexity and depth. On the palate, it reveals a harmonious blend of dark berries, plum, and subtle spice notes, complemented by velvety tannins and a lingering finish. The Dandelion family, renowned for their commitment to quality and tradition, brings decades of expertise to this exceptional vintage. The Lionheart Shiraz 2022 showcases their dedication to producing wines of remarkable character and elegance, making it a distinguished choice for connoisseurs seeking sophistication and richness in every sip.
HK$810.00 -
(12x75cl) 2021Dandelion Vineyards Pride of the Fleurieu Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 exemplifies the pinnacle of Fleurieu terroir. Handpicked from meticulously tended vineyards in South Australia's renowned Fleurieu region, this 2021 vintage showcases a harmonious balance of rich tannins and vibrant fruit flavours. The grapes undergo cold fermentation in French oak barrels, imparting subtle nuances of cedar and graphite. Aged for 18 months, the wine reveals an intricate bouquet of blackcurrant, plum, and hints of tobacco. Dandelion Vineyards, esteemed for their commitment to sustainable viticulture, employ traditional winemaking techniques to preserve the essence of each grape. The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon boasts a deep, lustrous colour and a long, elegant finish, making it a distinguished choice for connoisseurs seeking both complexity and refinement. Perfectly embodying the legacy of Dandelion Vineyards, this wine is a testament to exceptional craftsmanship and the distinctive character of the Fleurieu region.
HK$2,780.00 -
(12x75cl) 2007Desert Heart Pinot Noir 2007 exemplifies the pinnacle of elegant winemaking. Crafted in the renowned Burgundy-inspired vineyards of the Mornington Peninsula, this vintage benefits from a meticulously controlled fermentation process. Hand-picked grapes from the estate’s oldest vines undergo gentle maceration to preserve the delicate berry flavours. Aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, the wine develops a sublime complexity with notes of ripe cherry, subtle earthiness, and a hint of spice. The esteemed producers at Desert Heart have combined traditional techniques with sustainable practices, ensuring each bottle reflects their commitment to quality and terroir expression. On the palate, the Desert Heart Pinot Noir 2007 offers a harmonious balance of silky tannins and vibrant acidity, culminating in a long, elegant finish. This exceptional vintage is a testament to Desert Heart’s dedication to producing fine Pinot Noir that captivates connoisseurs and enthusiasts alike.
HK$2,300.00 -
(6x75cl) 2011Vinous (90)
Good medium red. Sweet cherry aroma lifted by a floral note. Sweet and pliant in the mouth, with generous flavors of ripe red and darker berries and spices. Nicely shapely, suave pinot with fine-grained tannins and very good length. Delicious right now.HK$2,935.00 -
Wine Advocate (91)
Displaying a similar color as well as personality and depth, the 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon Ashmead exhibits a more scorched/roasted character to its nose, sweeter, more pliable and open-knit flavors, and nearly as much aging potential as the cooler vintage conditions produced in 2002. A beautiful, full-throttle, gutsy Cabernet Sauvignon, it can be drunk now and over the next 10-12 years.HK$2,800.00 -
(6x75cl) 2000Wine Spectator (97)
Big and powerful, brimming with tarry, spicy black cherry, dark plum, blackberry and chocolate flavors. Rich and gooey like a warm flourless chocolate cake, yet it finds a plush balance that keeps it from veering off into heaviness. This has grace, harmony and refinement, without losing an ounce of power. Drink now through 2025. 600 cases imported. -HSHK$3,000.00 -
James Suckling (98)
This pinot has an x-factor that sets it apart. There’s an almost peppery edge to the violet, blueberry and red-cherry nose with sappy and earthy elements, as well as roasted game and fragrant baking spices. The palate has a very plush, attractive and fresh array of vibrant and detailed pinot fruit on offer. Long and precise. Drink or hold. Screw cap.HK$3,855.00 -
The Real Review (96)
Deepish, bright, youthful red/purple colour, with a lovely fragrant bouquet of red and dark cherries, strawberry and rose petals. It's complex and foresty too, but shows more primary fruit and perfume than usual for a young Escarpment pinot. Dried flowers, dried herb, savoury underbrush aromas. Very complex and profound in the mouth, with a very long carry. The tannins are in excellent harmony. An outstanding vintage for this vineyard. (70% whole-bunches)HK$2,800.00 -
Wine Advocate (95)
The full-bodied, rich 2019 Kupe Pinot Noir is a lovely example of how size doesn't have to mean a loss of elegance. Bold black cherry and plum flavors combine with nuances of cola spice and mocha to yield ample complexity, while the palate is plush and velvety, seamlessly extending through a lingering finish. While delicious now, I expect it will drink well for more than a decade.HK$2,500.00 -
James Suckling (96)
Intensely spicy and perfumed with concentrated notes of purple plums, cherry stones, rosemary, neroli, cloves, cigar box and ground coffee. The tannins are firm and tightly-knit, providing a solid frame to the dark fruit. Sensual and distinctive. Try this from 2024. Screw cap.HK$2,375.00 -
Matthew Jukes (19.5+)
I had to wait two hours for this wine to budge in the glass and reveal just a few chapters of its extraordinary flavour. Initially, this is a super-earthy, backward, and introverted Pinot, and if I were on a fly-by-style tasting, I would have marked it down as closed and incommunicative. It certainly needs time, but I am convinced that this is a genuine Grand Cru-level New Zealand Pinot, and I have not tasted many of these in my nearly four decades in wine. While the first taste was firm, unyielding and gruff, second and third visits revealed violets and plums, exotic hints, ravishing bitterness, and then, later, volleys of exquisite fruit and earthy. This is a desperately important wine for Escarpment, Martinborough, and New Zealand and will surely blow peoples’ minds. Just remember to be patient.HK$845.00 -
Matthew Jukes (19.5+)
I had to wait two hours for this wine to budge in the glass and reveal just a few chapters of its extraordinary flavour. Initially, this is a super-earthy, backward, and introverted Pinot, and if I were on a fly-by-style tasting, I would have marked it down as closed and incommunicative. It certainly needs time, but I am convinced that this is a genuine Grand Cru-level New Zealand Pinot, and I have not tasted many of these in my nearly four decades in wine. While the first taste was firm, unyielding and gruff, second and third visits revealed violets and plums, exotic hints, ravishing bitterness, and then, later, volleys of exquisite fruit and earthy. This is a desperately important wine for Escarpment, Martinborough, and New Zealand and will surely blow peoples’ minds. Just remember to be patient.HK$3,000.00 -
Matthew Jukes (19.5)
This is the most expansive Kupe I have tasted (and I am lucky to have tasted every release). Last year’s 2021 was a revelation; this year’s 2022 release is a more refined and distinguished creature. Before you read on, particularly if you are new to these wines, it is essential to understand that these are not heavy wines. As you climb the ladder in other portfolios, you often find yourself wading in a gloopier pool. At Escarpment, you don’t taste heavier wines, just those with Ultra HD, as opposed to regular HD! Like all the Pinots in this collection, the energy and impact of these wines are collectively interwoven to create complexity and resonance. 2022 Kupe sings, not like Brian Blessed, José Carreras, Chris Cornell, or any belter. It is Lennon, Elliott Smith, John Grant and other artisans (the female analogy is better, but I wanted to start with Mr Blessed because I felt a Pinot version of him would be hilarious), and the musicality, penetration, and not volume, coupled with flavour memory (not earworm, but smile-inducing toe-tapping remembrance) is what makes this wine so unique. With 42% new oak for 20 months, which I cannot see for the life of me, and sensational length and complexity, this is another super-star release.HK$2,760.00 -
Wine Advocate (94+)
Deep, dark and intense, there are 330 cases of the 2014 Heipipi The Terraces Malbec Merlot Cabernet Franc. Plummy and rich, it's full-bodied, with velvety tannins that give a sense of plushness in the mouth. Traces of oak remain, hinting at cedar and vanilla, but what impresses is the depth and power of the fruit, which is expressed without any sense of jamminess or surmaturité. Give it a couple of years in the cellar, and drink it over the next decade.HK$4,485.00 -
(1x75cl) 2016Wine Advocate (92)
Unusually delicate red fruit notes mark the nose of the 2016 Pinot Noir. It's a mélange of strawberry, raspberry and cherry, with some herbal notes, cola and spice blended in. In the mouth, the wine is medium-bodied and supple, with a long, silky finish.HK$990.00 -
Bob Campbell MW (95)
Delicately-scented pinot noir with appealing violet, red rose, dark cherry, anise and subtle smoky oak flavours. A supple wine with an ethereal, seamless texture. This entry-level pinot noir sets the bar high for the more illustrious labels.HK$3,155.00 -
Vinous (92)
The 2020 Pinot Noir Bannockburn is welcoming as well as rich, savory and sinewy, delivering a plump cloud of both lifted and brooding fruit: a portion of whole-cluster fermentation has brought herbal and violet high notes alongside red and black cherry. There's excellent concentration despite this being the entry to the Felton Pinot range, and fine, lightly furry tannins on the medium-long finish. This could be approached now, but it’s better to wait a couple of years to let the components settle.HK$4,800.00 -
(1x75cl) 2021HK$880.00 -
HK$2,935.00 -
(12x75cl) 2022HK$3,775.00 -
HK$2,955.00 -
Wine Advocate (93)
The 2023 Bannockburn Pinot Noir is vibrant and spicy, with real energy and pace on the palate. Cherry, cranberry, pomegranate and raspberry converge on a springy base of pliable tannin. The acidity, which is bright, is woven through all aspects of the fruit, and the wine feels exciting and fresh as a result. This is a great wine here. It has full flavor and resolved texture at a moderate alcohol level. 13.5% alcohol, sealed under screw cap.HK$1,955.00 -
(1x75cl) 2013Vinous (94)
(14% alcohol on the label): Dark, fresh red. Sexy aromas of raspberry and rose petal plus a touch of smoky minerality. Imploded, extract-rich wine with gripping flavors of crunchy berries and savory soil tones. Chewy, impeccably balanced Pinot Noir with terrific rising length and finesse. This should reward further aging. (Incidentally, Walter also opened a bottle of the 2012 Block 3, which offered sexy scents of red fruits and truffley underbrush and lovely sweetness to its lush flavors of strawberry and smoke. This wine from thick-skinned grapes and a cool summer has plenty of fat but is a bit burlier and seems more heavily extracted than the 2013 version. I rated it 93 points and recommend that it be consumed within the next four or five years.)HK$1,285.00 -
(6x75cl) 2022
Wine Advocate (94+)
The 2022 Block 3 Pinot Noir leads with licorice and exotic spice, clear red fruit and lashings of plump, mouth-filling tannins. This is a wine of ease, of effortless flow of tannin and acid as one. It's a beauty. Today, it's showing more of its exotic spice than its red fruit. 14% alcohol, sealed under screw cap.HK$5,725.00 -
Wine Advocate (94)
Med to deep ruby-purple, the 2013 Block 5 Pinot Noir is youthfully mute on the nose with subtle cherry and pomegranate notes plus underlying plum and garrigue hints with some Chinese five spice and tree bark. Medium bodied and very earthy, it fills the mouth with densely packed savory layers and firm grainy tannins, finishing long.HK$8,255.00
