Rhône
The Rhône Valley, located in southeastern France, is renowned for its exceptional fine wines. With its diverse terroir, rich history, and dedication to quality winemaking, the Rhône Valley offers a captivating selection of wines that embody the region's elegance, complexity, and distinctive character.
The Rhône Valley boasts its own iconic vineyards and wineries, including Château de Beaucastel, Domaine Guigal, and Chapoutier, which are celebrated for producing exceptional wines that showcase the region's unique terroir and winemaking expertise.
The Rhône Valley is renowned for its red wines, particularly in the northern part of the region. Syrah reigns as the dominant grape variety, producing intense and structured wines. Appellations such as Côte-Rôtie, Hermitage, and Cornas are known for their robust and age-worthy reds, often displaying notes of black fruits, spice, and earthiness. Famous vineyards such as La Landonne, La Mouline, and Les Bessards are revered for their exceptional expressions of Syrah.
In the southern Rhône Valley, Grenache takes centre stage, contributing to the region's bold and fruit-forward red blends. The renowned appellation of Châteauneuf-du-Pape is famous for its rich and full-bodied red wines, often featuring a blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre. Vineyards like Château de Beaucastel, Clos des Papes, and Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe produce remarkable wines that showcase the region's commitment to excellence.
The Rhône Valley is also celebrated for its white wines, particularly in the northern part of the region. Viognier, Marsanne, and Roussanne are the key grape varieties, producing aromatic and complex whites. Appellations like Condrieu and Hermitage produce exceptional white wines known for their floral aromas, stone fruit flavors, and vibrant acidity.
Rhône
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Rhone | 1 | - | HK$4,775.00 | |||||
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Experience the remarkable complexity and distinguished elegance of the Jasmin Cote Rotie La Giroflarie 2020. This exemplary wine hails from the prestigious vineyards of Côte Rôtie in Northern Rhône, France, orchestrated by third-generation winemaker, Patrick Jasmin. Meticulously crafted, this full-bodied red is a blend of 95% Syrah and 5% Viognier, undergoing traditional vinification alongside up to 20 months of cask ageing. This vintage proves to be a vibrant expression of its terroir, characterised by potent aromas of violets, spiced dark fruit and black olives. On the palate, it stages an elegant interplay of dense berry flavours, peppered undertones, and smooth, velvety tannins leading to a lingering finish. Highly sought after by wine enthusiasts, and celebrated in wine publications, the Jasmin Cote Rotie La Giroflarie 2020 encapsulates Patrick Jasmin's commitment to produce unparalleled wines of finesse and character. |
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Rhone | 2 | - | HK$2,650.00 | |||||
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Unveiling the harmonious chemistry of Grenache and Syrah grape varieties, the Jaume Vinsobres Altitude 420 2017 stands as a testament to the mastery of the fifth-generation vintners at Domaine Jaume. Hailing from the serene Northern area of Southern Rhone, Vinsobres, this fine red nurtures a garnet hue, with the earthy crispness on the nose that reveals delicate cinnamon spice undertones upon its indulgence. Intricately aged for 10 months in concrete tanks, its production reflects both expert preservation of tradition and advanced viticultural practices. This altitude-grown wine, kissed fervently by the sun, adds a distinctive mineral character to its bouquet of ripe fruit flavours, culminating in a powerfully structured yet pleasing velvety finish. This exquisite wine, the Jaume Vinsobres Altitude 420 2017, attests to its creators' commitment to excellence, shaping it into an elaborately woven tale of ardour, finesse and authenticity, penned in its time-honoured terroir. |
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Rhone | 1 | - | HK$11,800.00 | |||||
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Allow your senses to be enraptured by the exquisite Jean Michel Stephan Cote Rotie Coteaux Bassenon 2020. A product of steep, terraced vineyards in Northern Rhône, France, this wine bears the master craftsmanship of visionary winemaker Jean Michel Stephan who is renowned for his natural, organic approach. This vintage pulsates with character, reflecting Stephan's adoption of traditional, Burgundian vinification methods. This impressive offering from Stephan's cellars is predominantly Syrah, with a tantalising smattering of Viognier to balance complexity and beauty. Hand harvested and fermented with indigenous yeasts, the attention to detail is apparent in every sip. The wine is aged in oak, with minimal interference, offering a raw reflection of the terroir. The Jean Michel Stephan Cote Rotie Coteaux Bassenon 2020 is enigmatic, richly aromatic and sensously textured. Its pedigree of balance and finesse reveals notes of black fruit, olive and smoky minerals perfectly complemented by a long, spicy finish. A pinnacle of Gallic spirit in a bottle. |
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Rhone | 2 | - | HK$12,310.00 | |||||
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The Jean Michel Stephan Cote Rotie So Brune 2022 is an outstanding illustration of fine French winemaking talent. Hailing from the exquisite Rhône Valley, Stephan, a fervent biodynamic vine grower, creates this exceptional wine on the steep terraces of Côte-Rôtie. Renowned for his unique winemaking approach, Stephan magnificently cultivates Syrah vines, some dating back to 1896, without employing any commercial yeasts or sulphur. The 'So Brune' 2022 vintage is an exquisite testament to this meticulous craft. Intensely full-bodied, it exudes a sensuous bouquet of dark fruits, peppery spices, encased in an energetic minerality echoing its granitic origin. Produced under the sternest biodynamic principles and dangerously limited in quantity, this wine showcases Stephan's unwavering commitment to quality. A truly captivating rendition, each bottle of Jean Michel Stephan Cote Rotie So Brune 2022 is a unique, irresistible blend of ancient vineyard expression and masterful wine craftsmanship. |
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Rhone | 2 | 91 (VN) | HK$2,380.00 | |||||
Vinous (91)Opaque ruby. Primary cherry, cassis, peony and olive qualities on the perfumed nose, along with hints of cracked pepper and licorice in the background. Sweet and seamless in texture, offering concentrated black and blue fruit flavors that unfold slowly and turn spicier with air. The long, velvety finish features supple tannins and leaves behind a sweet dark berry note. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93 (VT) | HK$86,925.00 | |||||
Vintage Tastings (93)had a touch of stink, just a pinch, and was very meaty and earthy. It had enough menthol to clear out the average sinus and a farm/hay/barnyard edge. The palate was very taut with lots of minerals, alcohol and acid. It was hot and seemed young with its enormous alcohol concentration |
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Rhone | 1 | 100 (WCI) | HK$171,780.00 | |||||
The Wine Cellar Insider (100)This is thrilling to swirl, sniff and sip from the moment the wine hits your glass. Elegant, concentrated, long, rich and refined, the smoky, earthy, rock-strewn fruits grace your palate and linger for at least 60 seconds! Prices for this gem have really shot up over the past few years. If you are lucky enough to have a bottle or two, or you have the disposable income, this is a heart-stopping tasting experience. |
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Rhone | 1 | 98.0 | HK$42,615.00 | |||||
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Rhone | 1 | 100 (WA) | HK$87,595.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (100)The greatest wines Chave has produced since 2003 are the two cuvees of 2009 Hermitage. The 2009 Hermitage exhibits a black/purple color along with a sumptuous nose of roasted meats, ground pepper, black currants, blackberry jam, and subtle smoke and licorice. The extraordinary bouquet is followed by a wine of extravagant intensity as well as tremendous focus and precision. While not as powerful as the blockbuster 2003, the amazing 2009 may turn out to be a modern day version of their magnificent 1990 (which is drinking incredibly well at present). Anyone who loves Hermitage and has a cold cellar should be lining up to get a few bottles of this beauty. |
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Rhone | 1 | 100 (WA) | HK$100,235.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (100)Pure perfection, the 2010 Hermitage reminds Jean-Louis Chave of their 1990. It appears to be a richer, fresher example of what I remember the 1990 tasting like in 1992. The wine exhibits an opaque purple color along with an extraordinary bouquet of sweet blackberry fruit intermixed with creme de cassis, lead pencil shavings, acacia flowers, bouquet garni, meat and crushed rocks. Full-bodied and stunningly rich with laser-like precision, this is a powerful, massive yet exceptionally well-balanced wine that should be forgotten for a decade and drunk over the following 30-40 years. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93 (VN) | HK$8,420.00 | |||||
Vinous (93)(made with 25 percent whole clusters) Inky ruby. Pungent, spice-accented aromas of ripe dark berries, candied violet, licorice and smoky minerals. Juicy and expansive on the palate, offering pliant black and blue fruit and floral pastille flavors that are complemented and lifted by a jolt of peppery spices. Becomes sweeter and deeper with air, with no loss of energy, and finishes sappy and very long; smooth tannins add shape and grip. |
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Rhone | 3 | 94 (VN) | HK$12,320.00 | |||||
Vinous (94)Inky violet color. Displays ripe dark fruit, licorice, olive, potpourri and cracked pepper aromas, plus a smoky mineral flourish that adds an energetic lift. Sappy and broad on the palate, offering appealingly sweet black and blue fruit, cola, licorice and exotic spice flavors that show impressive depth and vivacity. Finishes very long and precise, with a lingering floral quality and dusty, slowly building tannins. |
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Rhone | 2 | 93 (VN) | HK$6,405.00 | |||||
Vinous (93)Full violet color. Heady, spice-accented dark berry, cola and floral pastille scents show excellent clarity and pick up a mineral nuance with aeration. Juicy and expansive on the palate, offering bitter cherry, blueberry and olive paste flavors that are given spine by a core of juicy acidity. Finishes gently sweet, broad and very long, with an echo of candied violet and slowly emerging tannins. |
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Rhone | 3 | - | HK$4,395.00 | |||||
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Rhone | 2 | 92 (VN) | HK$6,685.00 | |||||
Vinous (92)Deep ruby. A mineral- and smoke-tinged bouquet evokes ripe black and blue fruits and licorice; a floral nuance builds as the wine opens with air. Shows very good energy and spicy lift to its juicy boysenberry and bitter cherry flavors, which are complemented by suggestions of allspice, smoked meat and candied licorice. Finishes long and taut, with repeating cherry notes, chewy tannic grip and a jolt of spicy cracked pepper. |
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Rhone | 7 | 92 (VN) | HK$3,785.00 | |||||
Vinous (92)Shimmering ruby color. Lively red and blue fruit and floral aromas are sharpened by a spicy suggestion of white pepper. Juicy and broad on the palate, offering appealingly sweet black raspberry and boysenberry flavors that become firmer on the back half. Supple, even tannins shape the finely etched, clinging finish, which leaves a suave floral note behind. |
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Rhone | 20 | - | HK$2,860.00 | |||||
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Rhone | 1 | - | HK$4,485.00 | |||||
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Rhone | 1 | - | HK$7,175.00 | |||||
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Rhone | 2 | - | HK$6,755.00 | |||||
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Rhone | 3 | - | HK$5,360.00 | |||||
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Rhone | 1 | 92 (VN) | HK$4,505.00 | |||||
Vinous (92)Vivid purple. Intense dark berry compote, anise and Indian spice scents show excellent power and depth. Stains the palate with sweet black and blue fruit flavors and picks up a sexy floral nuance with aeration. Atypically dense and complex for an entry-level bottling, this wine finishes with superb clarity and length and smooth, harmonious tannins. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95 (WA) | HK$8,920.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (95)Coming from a cooler, sandy terroir in the northeastern part of the appellation, the 2011 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Chaupin (which comes 80% from the Chaupoin lieu-dit and 20% from the La Janasse lieu-dit, hence the subtle name change) is 100% Grenache, from vines planted in 1912, that’s aged two-thirds in foudre and one-third in demi-muid. Gorgeous all around, with plenty of similarities to the traditional cuvee, yet slightly richer and fuller, it delivers beautiful mulled red and black fruits, licorice, spice and tinges of stony minerality on the nose. Full-bodied, supple, seamless and elegant, with fine tannin, it makes the most of a difficult vintage and is certainly one of the top 10-12 wines. Drink now-2023. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93 (WA) | HK$7,325.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (93)One of the wines of the vintage is the Grenache-dominated 2013 Châteauneuf du Pape Cuvée Chaupin. Coming mostly from a cool terroir in the northeast corner of the appellation (just to the east of Beaucastel), this wine is vinified with a small portion of stems and aged mostly in foudre (one-third is in demi-muids). It has gorgeous Grenache flair in its black raspberry, garrigue, spring flower and licorice scented bouquet. This gives way to a medium to full-bodied, elegant, and layered 2013 that has more texture and sweet fruit than just about every other wine in the vintage. I'd drink it anytime over the coming 4-5 years, but it will have 10-15 years of overall longevity. |
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Rhone | 1 | 99 (JD) | HK$8,390.00 | |||||
Jeb Dunnuck (99)Bottled end of February/early in March, the 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Chaupin is incredible stuff, and while I suspect it’s the best vintage to date, it’s going to be great comparing it to bottles of the 2005, 2007, 2010, and 2015 over the coming 15+ years. This beauty offers a thrilling blend of kirsch, blackberries, smoked earth, graphite, and licorice on the nose. It's full-bodied, deep, pure, ultra-fine, and powerful on the palate and flirts with perfection. It’s a tour de force in Grenache that readers need to snatch up! |
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Rhone | 1 | 93-95 (VN) | HK$5,200.00 | |||||
Vinous (93-95)Brilliant magenta. Ripe red and blue fruits, potpourri, incense and Moroccan spices on the deeply perfumed, expansive nose. Stains the palate with sweet boysenberry, black raspberry and floral pastille flavors, which are sharpened by building mineral and white pepper flourishes. Shows the depth and power of the vintage but comes off lively, even graceful. Delivers strong floral thrust on the extremely long, gently tannic finish. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93 (VN) | HK$6,040.00 | |||||
Vinous (93)Brilliant ruby. A highly expressive bouquet evokes Chambord, cherry cola, smoky minerals and licorice, and a floral note builds as the wine opens up. Sappy, penetrating and energetic in style, offering palate-staining raspberry, cherry pie and lavender pastille flavors that put on weight and become spicier with air. Delivers a suave blend of richness and finesse and finishes spicy, focused and very long, leaving repeating floral and red fruit notes behind. |
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Rhone | 1 | 98+ (JD) | HK$4,855.00 | |||||
Jeb Dunnuck (98+)I was able to taste the 2019 Châteauneuf Du Pape Cuvée Chaupin on two occasions, rating it one point higher on one of those as well. Incredible notes of red and black fruits, violets, scorched earth, ground pepper, and Provençal garrigue notes define the nose, and it’s a darker, richer, slightly more powerful wine than usual, while still showing the inherent elegance and finesse this cuvée always shows. Give bottles 2-3 years and enjoy over the following 15-20. Don’t miss it! |
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Rhone | 1 | 99 (JD) | HK$4,945.00 | |||||
Jeb Dunnuck (99)I was blown away by the 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape Cuvee Chaupin, a 100% Grenache release that comes almost exclusively from the Chaupin lieu-dit in the northern part of the appellation. It's never as inky-hued or powerful as the Vieilles Vignes but always screams Grenache with its sexy, ripe, seamless, and remarkably elegant style. The 2020 offers a translucent ruby/purple hue as well as incredible aromatics of blackberries, black raspberries, peppery garrigue, herbes de Provence, and flowers, and it opens up nicely with time in the glass. Full-bodied and concentrated on the palate, it has silky tannins, no hard edges, and a great finish. I finished my note with "a Grenache lover's dream." This is up with the finest vintages produced and will evolve for 15+ years. |
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Rhone | 1 | 100 (JD) | HK$11,910.00 | |||||
Jeb Dunnuck (100)The 2019 Châteauneuf Du Pape Prestige Blanc is pure gold and a magical, perfect wine from this incredible family estate. Based largely on Roussanne with smaller amounts of Grenache Blanc and Clairette, it was brought up in used demi-muids. Honeyed pineapple, caramelized white peach, mango, honeysuckle, and exotic rose petal notes all emerge from this full-bodied white, which has bright acidity, incredible depth of fruit, and flawless balance. This extraordinary white needs plenty of air to show at its best (you could even open it the day before and keep it in the refrigerator overnight), and I suspect it will have two decades or more of overall longevity. |
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