Australia & NZ
These far-flung wine regions may be referred to ‘new’ when compared against the historic European wine regions, but they have a long winemaking history. Spared from Phylloxera, Australia in particular has world's highest concentration of venerable vines and legendary producers such as Penfolds, Henschke and Tyrell’s have been around for over 150 years. Though for many years piggybacking on Europe’s successes, branding their own wines as ‘Chablis’, ‘Hermitage’ etc., Australia now have created a real identity of their own, making inimitable styles like Coonawarra Cabernet or Hunter Valley Semillon.
New Zealand doesn’t quite have as an extensive history but has established itself in an astonishingly short amount of time as a reliable source of whistle clean, distinctive examples of varietals like Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc.
Australia & NZ
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Wairarapa | 1 | - | HK$2,820.00 | |||||
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Kusuda Riesling 2021 exemplifies the pinnacle of Japanese viticulture, meticulously crafted in the esteemed Yamanashi region. Handpicked from the finest Riesling grapes, cultivated on sun-drenched slopes with rich volcanic soil, this vintage benefits from Kusuda Winery's commitment to sustainable farming practices. The grapes undergo gentle pressing to preserve their delicate aromas, followed by fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures to enhance purity and precision. Kusuda's meticulous attention to detail ensures a wine of exceptional clarity and brightness, showcasing vibrant notes of citrus and white peach, intertwined with subtle floral undertones. The 2021 vintage is aged briefly on its lees, contributing a refined texture without overshadowing its inherent elegance. Renowned for their dedication to excellence, Kusuda continues to produce Riesling that harmoniously balances tradition and innovation, making Kusuda Riesling 2021 a distinguished addition to any fine wine collection. |
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Wairarapa | 1 | 89+ (WA) | HK$1,470.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (89+)Deep garnet-purple in color and replete with aromas of ripe mulberries, black currants and black cherries with suggestions of black pepper, bacon, tree bark and star anise, the medium-bodied 2010 Syrah offers just enough black fruit, savory and spicy flavors in the mouth and is supported by a low to medium level of rounded tannins, perky acid and a finish with good length. Drink it now to 2018+. |
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Wairarapa | 1 | 89+ (WA) | HK$8,865.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (89+)Deep garnet-purple in color and replete with aromas of ripe mulberries, black currants and black cherries with suggestions of black pepper, bacon, tree bark and star anise, the medium-bodied 2010 Syrah offers just enough black fruit, savory and spicy flavors in the mouth and is supported by a low to medium level of rounded tannins, perky acid and a finish with good length. Drink it now to 2018+. |
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Wairarapa | 1 | - | HK$4,265.00 | |||||
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Kusuda Syrah 2020 epitomises the pinnacle of fine winemaking, meticulously crafted in Australia's esteemed Barossa Valley vineyards. Hand-harvested grapes are selected from old-vine Syrah plantations, ensuring depth and complexity. Fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, the wine undergoes a carefully monitored maceration process to extract rich tannins and vibrant colour. A partial ageing in French oak barrels for twelve months imparts subtle nuances of blackberries, pepper, and smokey undertones, complemented by elegant floral aromas. Kusuda's master winemakers uphold traditional techniques while embracing modern innovations, resulting in a Syrah of remarkable balance and finesse. The 2020 vintage showcases the terroir’s unique characteristics, delivering a full-bodied palate with a persistent finish. Ideal for pairing with red meats or hearty stews, Kusuda Syrah 2020 is a testament to exceptional craftsmanship and refined taste. |
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Western Australia | 1 | 99 (JS) | HK$3,171.00 | |||||
James Suckling (99)Such impressive red plums and mulberries are delivered in bright, pure style here with dark, violet florals. Then there’s a wealth of savory notes, such as cedar, gun flint and cloves. It is so complex already. The palate delivers a very convincing array of purple-berry and plum flavors that completely coat the mouth. So harmonious, the resolve, depth and purity this wields is so impressive. Long and pure dark-berry flavors abound. Like a great young Cos d’Estournel! Drink or cellar for 15 plus years. Screw cap. 200 dozen made. |
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Western Australia | 1 | - | HK$4,855.00 | |||||
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Western Australia | 1 | - | HK$805.00 | |||||
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Western Australia | 1 | 97 (WA) | HK$880.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (97)The 2020 Art Series Cabernet Sauvignon is the product of a warm, dry, low-yielding year. The wines are tannic and structural on the whole, and this is no exception. In the mouth, the tannins define the fruit characters, and they frame them, providing chew and shape, along with notes of raspberry, nori, iodine, blood, kelp, cassis, bramble and just a hint of forest floor. Here, in the context of Leeuwin Art Series Cabernets, the wine is tannic. But I vividly recall seeing this wine in an international blind tasting of the 2020 Cabernet vintage and observing that in that context, this same wine looked pure as the driven snow. Context, as they say, is everything. |
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Western Australia | 1 | 99 (TWA) | HK$7,600.00 | |||||
The Western Australian (99)Let's put it this way. This is the closest I have come to awarding a wine 100 points...Stellar wine from a stellar vintage. The remarkable this is that this is a wine 100 percent barrel fermented in new French oak barriques with regular lees stirring for 11 months - and it certainly doesn't taste excessive, or even slightly oak. It has such high-fidelity purity with complex seductive aromatics of vanilla bean and light oatmeal with a cutting minerality and spicy lift. But the palate, oh the palate. This is where things start to explode. Power, poise and persistence with a dry savouriness balancing the intense ripe fruit. It is such a long finish with an ever so slightly, charry finish completing a remarkable wine |
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Western Australia | 1 | 99 (WP) | HK$7,390.00 | |||||
Wine Pilot (99)In many ways the most Burgundian of any of the Leeuwin releases, this will rank up there with the best to date. There’s a waxy light mealy aroma which picks up nuances of limestone and spice with a trace of grapefruit. But it is the palate that really distinguishes it. There is an austerity with the minerally chalky feel that cuts through the fruit extending to a finish of extraordinary length. Precision and focus harness a wine of great power and poise before dry savoury edges lift the finish. |
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Western Australia | 1 | 99 (RJO) | HK$14,700.00 | |||||
Ray Jordan (99)It would not surprise me if this was considered the greatest Leeuwin chardonnay yet. You would get no argument from me... there is elegance and power here. Subtle layered wine. It was a year of great concentration and power. Has pear and lime character that is part of the DNA. The fruit is generous, especially about the mid palate. Has a subtle and not overstated flinty character with a lift of spice. The oak is brilliantly managed and complementary. It's very tight and precise and the whole-bunch technique gives it that stalky, phenolics character. There's a savoury almond meal character on the finish. Incredible length and power here. The minerally character on the finish is quite pronounced. In the top three, certainly, of any Leeuwin chardonnay. |
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Western Australia | 1 | 99 (RJO) | HK$995.00 | |||||
Ray Jordan (99)It would not surprise me if this was considered the greatest Leeuwin chardonnay yet. You would get no argument from me... there is elegance and power here. Subtle layered wine. It was a year of great concentration and power. Has pear and lime character that is part of the DNA. The fruit is generous, especially about the mid palate. Has a subtle and not overstated flinty character with a lift of spice. The oak is brilliantly managed and complementary. It's very tight and precise and the whole-bunch technique gives it that stalky, phenolics character. There's a savoury almond meal character on the finish. Incredible length and power here. The minerally character on the finish is quite pronounced. In the top three, certainly, of any Leeuwin chardonnay. |
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Western Australia | 2 | 98 (TRR) | HK$4,200.00 | |||||
The Real Review (98)Light straw colour with a reserved lemon/grapefruit aroma, fresh and penetrating, the palate brisk and bright with vibrant acidity and intense grapefruit/lemon flavours that persist the full length of the very long palate. Superb vitality and balance. It promises to reward cellaring too. Tremendously concentrated and compact, with extreme drive and massive persistence, it positively vibrates with energy. Very cellarworthy, too. |
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Western Australia | 1 | 91 (VN) | HK$3,145.00 | |||||
Vinous (91)Shiraz is on the move in Margaret River as evidenced by this delightful release from the 2019 Art Series. It offers up sensational aromas of mulberry, blackberry, clove and white pepper with some stalky notes providing a tantalising start. There is plenty of fleshy fruit flavour as well with jube and fruits pastilles with a dusting of toasted cloves. A supple finish only adds to immediate drinkability as does fine length. |
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Western Australia | 1 | 93 (WA) | HK$2,850.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (93)Has been through a few subtle iterations in recent years and this one reverts to a previous style which is more generous and immediately flavoursome. Has a creamy texture with a light lemon curd and peachy stone fruit all held with deliberate restraint to give it that extra polish and classy dimension. |
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South Australia | 2 | - | HK$1,788.00 | |||||
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A connoisseur's delight, the Love Over Gold Menglers Hill Love Over Gold Shiraz 2014 is the epitome of opulence. This handcrafted, single-vineyard wine hails from the prestigious Menglers Hill, situated within the acclaimed South Australian wine region, Barossa Valley. It is the creation of the renaissance winemaker, Warrick Duthy, the impassioned force behind the boutique wine label, Love Over Gold. The 2014 vintage encapsulates the vineyard's story with its exceptional purity and intensity. The grapes endured a growing season of dry, warm days and cool evenings, producing a wine enrobed in powerful dark fruit flavours, tempered with refined acidity and structured tannins. Nineteen months in French oak barrels imbued the Shiraz with complex layers of chocolate, vanilla, and spice, making each sip a revelation. The Love Over Gold Menglers Hill Love Over Gold Shiraz 2014 is undeniably an unforgettable imprint of time and place, a testament to the art of winemaking. |
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Victoria | 1 | - | HK$910.00 | |||||
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Mac Forbes Woori Yallock Pinot Noir 2019 embodies elegance and precision from the esteemed Yallock region in Victoria. Crafted by the renowned Mac Forbes Winery, this Pinot Noir undergoes meticulous vinification, including hand harvesting and gentle maceration to preserve its delicate flavour profile. The 2019 vintage thrives in Yallock’s cool climate and diverse soils, imparting vibrant red berry aromas intertwined with subtle earthy and spice notes. Fermented in French oak barrels, the wine benefits from nuanced tannins and a silky texture, showcasing balanced acidity and a lingering finish. Mac Forbes’ dedication to sustainable viticulture and traditional winemaking techniques ensures a wine of exceptional quality and character. This Pinot Noir offers a harmonious blend of bright fruitiness and refined complexity, making it an exquisite choice for discerning palates. Perfectly paired with poultry, salmon, or creamy cheeses, the Mac Forbes Woori Yallock Pinot Noir 2019 is a distinguished addition to any fine wine collection. |
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Wairarapa | 1 | 90 (VN) | HK$1,750.00 | |||||
Vinous (90)Bright medium red. Sexy spicy lift to the aromas of red raspberry, underbrush and wild herbs. Broad, dry and classic in a savory Burgundian style, conveying a restrained sweetness to its flavors of raspberry, spices and earth. This very suave, long wine finishes with fine-grained tannins and lovely perfumed lift. Seems more firmly structured than the 2012 version but remains light on its feet. |
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