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Rhone | 5 | 98-100 (WA) | HK$1,385.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (98-100)Jaboulet's 2018 Hermitage La Chapelle features scents of crushed stone, violets and cassis. It's a classic trio, backed by a wine that's full-bodied, rich and powerful yet also airy, somehow carrying intense plum and black olive flavors without any sense of heaviness or excess weight. Then the wine finishes long and softly dusty, with tannins that accentuate its savory character, picking up delicious hints of licorice at the very end. The proportion of new oak has been trimmed back to a very reasonable 20% and is hardly noticeable in the wine. |
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Rhone | 5 | 20++ (MJ) | HK$5,625.00 | |||||
Matthew Jukes (20++)Like La Maison Bleue, La Chapelle barely moved an inch over the five days that it sat open (and gradually oxidising) on my tasting bench. This is a monumental wine with the finest Syrah nose I have seen since the ethereal and intriguing beauty of the remarkable 2016 vintage and also the monolithic stance of the legendary 1990. However, this is not to say that this vintage can be directly compared to either year. There is a latent power about this wine that is as elusive as it is impressive. This solaire vintage has certainly given La Chapelle a sense of foreboding power and yet there is so much grace here, too. You could be sniffing a handful of granite and gravel, a bouquet of freshly picked herbs, a mortar of freshly ground pepper or a punnet of juicy black fruit and yet there is so much more to discover here. What I find so remarkable about this wine is that it does not show any trace of over-ripeness nor does it have any unwanted oiliness or excessive alcohol. In spite of its richness and depth, this is a pristinely refreshing wine with crunch and crackle of filigree tannin which enlivens every sip. In this regard, it is a far less obvious superstar than the preening 1990 and it is a more erudite and statuesque model than the esoteric 2016. In short, this is one of only a handful of vintages of La Chapelle to which I have awarded a perfect score and who is to say that this will not happen again before too long? The care and attention in this entire portfolio of wines are evident and the hard work and holistic approach are not only paying off in the vineyards but also in the glass, too, and this makes 2019 another phenomenally successful vintage for Jaboulet. |
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Rhone | 29 | 96 (JS) | HK$6,585.00 | |||||
James Suckling (96)Incredibly deep and complex nose for the 2021 vintage with masses of forest berry, licorice and autumn trumpet mushroom aromas, with an enormous tannin structure that's very refined. The classic power of Hermitage comes through at the extremely long finish. Although the tannins are anything but aggressive, the aromas will need considerable time to fully unfurl. From parcels on the western side of the Hermitage hill with predominantly granite soils, the largest parcel being in Le Meal. From organically grown grapes. Drinkable now, but best from 2026. |
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Rhone | 3 | 96 (JS) | HK$9,530.00 | |||||
James Suckling (96)Incredibly deep and complex nose for the 2021 vintage with masses of forest berry, licorice and autumn trumpet mushroom aromas, with an enormous tannin structure that's very refined. The classic power of Hermitage comes through at the extremely long finish. Although the tannins are anything but aggressive, the aromas will need considerable time to fully unfurl. From parcels on the western side of the Hermitage hill with predominantly granite soils, the largest parcel being in Le Meal. From organically grown grapes. Drinkable now, but best from 2026. |
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Rhone | 5 | 96 (JS) | HK$8,285.00 | |||||
James Suckling (96)Incredibly deep and complex nose for the 2021 vintage with masses of forest berry, licorice and autumn trumpet mushroom aromas, with an enormous tannin structure that's very refined. The classic power of Hermitage comes through at the extremely long finish. Although the tannins are anything but aggressive, the aromas will need considerable time to fully unfurl. From parcels on the western side of the Hermitage hill with predominantly granite soils, the largest parcel being in Le Meal. From organically grown grapes. Drinkable now, but best from 2026. |
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Rhone | 14 | 98 (JA) | HK$3,095.00 | |||||
Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (98)A wonderful glass of wine, juicy, controlled, restrained, fragrant, enticing. The tannins are cashmere smooth, waves of crushed raspberries and wild strawberries fill the mouth, and this is easy to fall in love with. Fine tannins, blackberry and cranberry fruits, softly sweet while retaining grip and power. 21ha of vines. Caroline Frey owner and winemaker. Gregory Joannes-Hurst director. |
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Rhone | 200 | 96 (DC) | HK$1,945.00 | |||||
Decanter (96)Fragrant and super expressive on the nose, smells incredibly aromatic with white flowers and stone fruit. Crisp and filling on the palate, a gorgeous combination of spicy, mouth watering, zesty citrus and mineral touches - wet stone, slate, liquorice, clove, toast and lemon. Not so expansive, more linear and direct, quite tense with the flavours sticking to one line in the middle surrounded by a tight frame but there's complexity and concentration. Juicy, clean, long and tongue scraping. Feels well made. 3.30pH. Fermentation takes place in natural concrete eggs and a few demi-muids. Grapes come from 4 hectares farmed organically since 2016 and biodynamically since 2018. The first time this wine by Caroline Frey joins the Place de Bordeaux. |
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Rhone | 1 | 94 (JD) | HK$1,585.00 | |||||
Jeb Dunnuck (94)I loved the 2019 Châteauneuf Du Pape from this brilliant team, and it should be snatched up by readers looking for a classic, impeccably made Châteauneuf du Pape to drink over the coming decade or more. Ripe black cherries, blackberries, Provençal garrigue, pepper, and Southern France street market-like nuances all emerge on the nose, and it's medium to full-bodied, with a seamless, elegant texture, ultra-fine tannins, and a great finish. Don't miss it. The blend is 70% Grenache and 15% each of Syrah and Mourvèdre. |
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Rhone | 1 | 90-92 (VN) | HK$3,495.00 | |||||
Vinous (90-92)Bright purple. Mineral-laced aromas of dark berries, cola and fresh flowers, with a peppery overtone. Lively and precise on the palate, offering bitter berry skin and spicecake flavors that put on weight with air. Closes silky and long, with firm tannins and spicy snap. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96-98 (WA) | HK$2,100.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (96-98)A prodigious effort, the 2016 Chateauneuf du Pape Les Hautes Brusquieres Cuvee Speciale was yet to be bottled during my June visit. It offers up sweet floral aromas, hints of thyme and rosemary and bold cherry fruit. Full-bodied and creamy-velvety in texture, it's a hugely seductive mouthful of wine that I found difficult to spit. If it emerges from the bottling process looking like this, buyers will have huge smiles on their faces. |
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Rhone | 2 | 96-98 (WA) | HK$2,990.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (96-98)Superbly concentrated, the 2017 Chateauneuf du Pape Les Hautes Brusquieres Cuvee Speciale takes floral and tea-like complexities and layers them delicately over crisp raspberries and stone fruits. A blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah, it's full-bodied, velvety and long, with an attractive briny note on the finish. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97 (JD) | HK$3,165.00 | |||||
Jeb Dunnuck (97)The 2019 Châteauneuf Du Pape Cuvée Les Hautes Brusquières (60/40 Grenache and Syrah) comes from a cooler terroir near the Mount Redon plateau and was brought up in oak tronconique tanks and demi-muids. Its dense purple, almost opaque hue is followed by a brilliant perfume of mulled red and black fruits, peppery herbs, crushed stone, violets, and licorice. With full-bodied richness, a layered, multi-dimensional texture, and just about perfect tannins, it's another superstar wine from this estate that's up with the finest vintages to date. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95 (WA) | HK$5,405.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (95)Another sensational wine is the 2010 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Vieilles Vignes. Coming all from the famed la Crau lieu-dit, its notes of cassis, licorice, mint and crushed rock lead to a full-bodied, structured, tannic, yet concentrated 2010 that still needs 2-3 years of cellaring. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96-98+ (WA) | HK$2,995.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (96-98+)Verging on surmaturité, the 2017 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Vieilles Vignes turns the volume up to 11, yet I couldn't help but be captivated by its nuance at the same time. Immensely concentrated raspberries, cherries and a hint of dark chocolate emerge on the nose of this blend of 90% Grenache and 10% Mourvèdre, joined by hints of Asian five spice and salted licorice. From the lieux-dits of la Crau (sud) and Cristia, it's full-bodied and hugely powerful (16% alcohol), yet it retains a sense of freshness and elegance on the long, silky-textured finish. Wow! |
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Rhone | 1 | 94-96+ (JD) | HK$2,000.00 | |||||
Jeb Dunnuck (94-96+)The quality of the Cuvée Vieilles Vignes has soared over the past 4-5 years, and while older vintages has a touch of austerity and rusticity, new releases show more balance, polished tannins, and finesse, while still showing classic old vine Grenache power. The 2018 Châteauneuf Du Pape Cuvée Vieilles Vignes (90/10 Grenache and Mourvèdre) boasts a deep purple color to go with full-bodied richness, building tannins, lots of cassis and black raspberry fruit, and complex notes of garrigue, pepper, and violets. I’d put this up with the top wines in the vintage. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97 (JD) | HK$3,060.00 | |||||
Jeb Dunnuck (97)The 2019 Châteauneuf Du Pape Cuvée Vieilles Vignes (90% Grenache and 10% Mourvèdre) comes all from the stony, pebbly soils of La Crau and was brought up in tank and demi-muids. Ripe black cherry fruits, iodine, ground pepper, and bloody, meaty nuances all emerge on the nose, and it's full-bodied, with a seamless, multi-dimensional texture, ultra-fine tannins, and a rock star of a finish. It's just a brilliant, elegant, pure, lengthy wine that does everything right. Drink this classic, traditional, structured wine over the coming two decades. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$4,560.00 | |||||
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Immerse yourself in the delightful complexity of Domaine de la Commaraine Chambolle-Musigny Les Condemennes 2022, a true connoisseur's treasure. Originating from the French region of Burgundy, this exceptional Pinot Noir showcases the legendary viticultural expertise of Commaraine's illustrious winemaking tradition. Uniquely harvested and aged in handpicked oak barrels, this wine boasts a delicate balance between fruit, tannin structure, and acidity. Its bouquet offers a harmonious blend of cherry and dark berries, complemented by a subtle hint of spice from well-integrated oak. Hailing from the prestigious Les Condemennes vineyard, noted for its minerally soils, this wine delivers a distinctive, terroir-driven flavour profile, alive with expressive red fruit and earthy undertones. The Domaine de la Commaraine Chambolle-Musigny Les Condemennes 2022 is a testament to the excellence of French winemaking, demonstrating the innate sophistication that only a Burgundian Pinot Noir can embody. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$7,670.00 | |||||
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The Domaine de la Commaraine Pommard 1er Cru Clos de la Commaraine 2018 epitomises Burgundian excellence. Cultivated in the prestigious Clos de la Commaraine vineyard, nestled in the heart of Pommard, this Pinot Noir benefits from the region’s distinctive limestone-rich terroir. The grapes are hand-selected to ensure only the finest yield, followed by a meticulous vinification process that includes natural fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats. Ageing takes place in French oak barrels, which enhances the wine's complexity and elegance. The 2018 vintage presents a captivating deep garnet colour, unveiling aromas of ripe red cherries, subtle earthiness, and hints of spice. On the palate, it delivers a harmonious balance of vibrant acidity and refined tannins, culminating in a long, graceful finish. Domaine de la Commaraine is celebrated for its dedication to sustainable viticulture and traditional winemaking techniques, resulting in a wine that truly reflects its esteemed origin and the passion of its producers. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$5,775.00 | |||||
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The 2019 Domaine de la Commaraine Pommard 1er Cru Clos de la Commaraine exemplifies the pinnacle of Burgundian excellence. Nestled in the esteemed Clos de la Commaraine vineyard within the Pommard appellation, Domaine de la Commaraine meticulously cultivates its Pinot Noir grapes using sustainable viticultural practices. Hand-harvested with precision, the grapes undergo a delicate vinification process, including fermentation in traditional oak vats to enhance complexity while preserving the wine’s elegant fruit profile. Ageing in French oak barrels further imparts nuanced layers of cherry, earthy undertones, and subtle spice, culminating in a harmonious and refined character. The Domaine, renowned for its commitment to quality and terroir expression, ensures each bottle reflects the unique microclimate and soil composition of Pommard. Perfectly balanced with supple tannins and a graceful finish, the 2019 Domaine de la Commaraine Pommard 1er Cru Clos de la Commaraine is a distinguished choice for connoisseurs seeking sophistication and depth in their fine wine collection. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 90-92 (VN) | HK$7,325.00 | |||||
Vinous (90-92)The 2021 Pommard Clos de la Commaraine is a monopole owned by the domaine due to be overlooked by a luxury hotel currently under construction. This is completely de-stemmed. Two bottles were opened as I was not happy with the first - and a good decision as the second is much fresher. Quite earthy in style, you might actually assume there are some stems in the mix. The palate is medium-bodied with pliant tannins, a keen line of acidity, not amazingly complex yet cohesive and with an attractive pastille-like finish. There'll be better to come, but this is commendable for a challenging growing season. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$7,990.00 | |||||
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Experience the opulent indulgence of the Domaine de la Commaraine Pommard 1er Cru Clos de la Commaraine 2022. This superb wine is produced in the heart of Burgundy's Pommard region, heralded for its timeless tradition of wine-making excellence. This distinguished vineyard, home to 140-year-old vines, yields unusually deep and concentrated pinot noir grapes. The winemakers employ sustainable viticulture and refined maturation techniques, resulting in a wine that is multifaceted and remarkably elegant. The gleaming ruby hue of Domaine de la Commaraine Pommard 1er Cru Clos de la Commaraine 2022 gives way to a complex bouquet of dark cherry, black currant and spiced undertones. On the palate, the full-bodied richness unravels into an impressive longevity of flavours. This world-class vintage eloquently articulates the luxurious subtleties of its origin, solidifying its celebrated standing as a fine Burgundy wine. |
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