France - All White Wines
France is revered for its exceptional white wines, which showcase the country's rich winemaking heritage, diverse terroirs, and unwavering commitment to quality. Today, let us embark on a journey through the best white wines that France has to offer, exploring renowned vineyards and the regions that give birth to these extraordinary expressions.
In Burgundy, the appellations of Chablis, Meursault, Puligny-Montrachet and Chassagne-Montrachet stand tall as the epitome of excellence in white wine production. Wineries such as Domaine Raveneau, Domaine Dauvissat, and Domaine Leflaive craft mesmerizing Chardonnays that capture the essence of the region's unique Kimmeridgian limestone soils. These wines exhibit precision, purity, and a remarkable balance of mineral notes, citrus flavors, and vibrant acidity.
Moving to the Loire Valley, the vineyards of Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé are celebrated for their exceptional Sauvignon Blancs. Domaine Vacheron, Domaine Didier Dagueneau, and Domaine Pascal Jolivet create expressive and terroir-driven wines that showcase the region's distinct flinty minerality, zesty citrus, and herbaceous undertones.
Further northeast in France, in the region of Alsace, vineyards such as Domaine Zind-Humbrecht, Domaine Trimbach, and Domaine Weinbach produce stunning white wines from varietals like Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Gris. These wines display remarkable depth, aromatic complexity, and a balance between sweetness and acidity, reflecting the region's unique microclimates and granite-rich soils.
In Bordeaux, the region of Graves is renowned for its white wines, particularly those crafted from the classic grape varieties of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon. Château Haut-Brion, Château Pape Clément, and Domaine de Chevalier are esteemed vineyards that produce rich and age-worthy white Bordeaux wines. These wines exhibit a beautiful interplay of tropical fruit flavors, vibrant acidity, and a touch of toasty oak.
Finally, in the Rhône Valley, the appellation of Condrieu shines as a beacon of excellence in Viognier production. Renowned vineyards such as Domaine Georges Vernay and Domaine Yves Cuilleron create remarkable Viognier wines that seduce the senses with their exotic aromas of apricot, peach, and delicate floral notes. These wines showcase richness, elegance, and a silky texture that lingers on the palate.
France - All White Wines
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Loire | 1 | - | HK$6,740.00 | |||||
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The Collier Saumur blanc 2015 is an exquisite product from the Loire Valley, meticulously crafted by the esteemed producer, Domaine Collier. As a testament to French winemaking heritage, this Chenin Blanc honours traditional vine growing methods. Biodynamic practices are employed without artificial treatments, ensuring minimal intervention for authentic expression of terroir. Domaine Collier hand-harvests the grapes, followed by native yeast fermentation in aged oak barrels, enhancing complexity and structure. This process results in a harmonious balance of minerality, acid tension, and fruit vibrancy. The Collier Saumur blanc 2015 presents an array of citrus and orchard fruit notes, melded beautifully with traces of honey and wet stone. It impresses with its remarkable length, voluminous texture, and delicate finish, delivering an unforgettable tasting experience. If you're seeking to indulge in a noteworthy French white wine, look no further than the Collier Saumur blanc 2015. |
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Corsica | 1 | - | HK$4,310.00 | |||||
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Comte Abbatucci General Revolution 2022 is a distinguished wine hailing from the idyllic vineyards of Corsica, France. Crafted by the esteemed producer, Domaine Comte Abbatucci, this supreme creation exemplifies rich heritage with innovative winemaking practices. The vineyard's unique biodynamic farming, coupled with the use of indigenous grape varieties like Sciacarello and Niellucciu, extols traditional Corsican viticulture. This fine wine undergoes natural yeast fermentation in temperature-controlled tanks before being aged in oak barrels, resulting in a wine of astounding depth and complexity. The Comte Abbatucci General Revolution 2022 bears an exceptional crimson hue, offering an intricate bouquet of red fruits, spice, And earthy undertones. The palate reveals a brilliantly balanced acidity, supple tannins, and an enduring finish, rendering an unparallel tasting experience. This wine undoubtedly is a testament to Domaine Comte Abbatucci's commitment to quality, promising a bottle that signifies the sheer essence of exceptional Corsican winemaking. |
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Burgundy | 22 | - | HK$2,280.00 | |||||
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This Aligoté is forward, bright and fresh. Very easy to drink and overall satisfying. With a bit more complexity than might be expected this is one of the better values among entry-level whites this year. Worth stocking up on at this price.
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Burgundy | 19 | - | HK$2,100.00 | |||||
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Burgundy | 1 | 16.5 (JR) | HK$2,100.00 | |||||
Jancis Robinson (16.5)Cask sample. Juicy nose that is really salivatory. Lots of ripe fruit here – SO different from the skinny Aligotés of old! Really satisfying drink. I wonder what sort of price it is? Could be QGV? Long and very well constituted. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 87-88 (IB) | HK$1,735.00 | |||||
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (87-88)Big crop picked 16th September, below Pommard and Volnay and Meursault. Made half and half in 600 litre barrels and stainless steel. A little deeper in colour and indeed in bouquet than the Chardonnay. Apple and fresh quince, mostly young vine produce, but this is absolutely delicious, and sweeps through to a long finish. Tasted: November 2021 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 87-89 (VN) | HK$1,040.00 | |||||
Vinous (87-89)The 2021 Bourgogne Aligoté was picked on 11 October and will be bottled before Christmas. It has a taut, fresh nose with linden and frangipane scents. The palate is well-balanced and very effortless, with touches of stem ginger that liven the finish. This is a perfectly fine Aligoté. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 88-90 (VN (NM)) | HK$1,400.00 | |||||
Vinous - Neal Martin (88-90)The 2022 Bourgogne Aligoté was picked two weeks after the main harvest and racked just before the 2023 picking. It has quite a primal bouquet with grapefruit and Conference pear, gaining delineation in the glass. The palate is well-balanced with a lovely sense of "rondeur," slightly lower in acidity than last year but with commendable purity on the finish. Lovely. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - | HK$2,525.00 | |||||
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Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$54,230.00 | |||||
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Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$40,120.00 | |||||
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-95 (VN) | HK$18,380.00 | |||||
Vinous (93-95)The 2020 Meursault Boucheres 1er Cru has a gorgeous bouquet with orange pith, honeysuckle, touches of yellow flowers, very precise and elegant. The palate is open and generous, a touch of orange cordial, quince and bitter lemon with a slightly creamy textured finish. This will be irresistible. Closure: Diam 30 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93+ (VN) | HK$25,280.00 | |||||
Vinous (93+)(bottled the day before my visit; aged in 40% new oak): Complex, vibrant aromas of peach, orange zest and lemon accented by white pepper. Rich, ripe, tactile and sweet, with the intense citrus and stone fruit flavors accented by peppery spices and complicated by vanilla and leesy nuances. A very good showing today, but this is still a baby. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-95 (VN) | HK$31,775.00 | |||||
Vinous (93-95)The 2020 Meursault Les Genevrières 1er Cru has a vibrant, menthol-tinged bouquet that bursts from the glass, touches of quince and yellow plum coming through with time. The palate is very well balanced with orange zest and tangerine, very harmonious and poised with a hint of apricot towards the finish. Delicious, exuberant and punchy. Bottled under Diam 30. Closure: Diam 30 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91+ (VN) | HK$19,065.00 | |||||
Vinous (91+)(tasted just off the bottling line) Pale color. Discreet aromas of soft citrus fruits and powdered stone. Juicy and tightly wound, with a captivating floral perfume in the mouth. For a wine with a light touch, this finishes with impressive thrust, not to mention aromatic persistence. Lafon calls this his favorite Clos de la Barre in a long time, noting that he also likes the 2000 very much. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) | HK$14,325.00 | |||||
Vinous (91-93)The 2020 Meursault Clos-de-la-Barre has a clean, quite precise bouquet that is a step up from the Village, traces of grilled almond and hazelnut. The palate is underpinned by a fine line of acidity, more mineralité and tension with a saline, slightly Puligny-like finish. One of those less-is-more Meursaults. Bottled under Diam 30. Closure: Diam 30 |
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Burgundy | 3 | 92 (VN) | HK$6,420.00 | |||||
Vinous (92)The 2018 Meursault Blagny La Genelottes 1er Cru has just a slight reduction on the nose, a touch of struck match. The palate is well defined with good acidity, citric and tensile. A little closed toward the finish with hints of sour lemon and citronelle. Delicate and pretty, yet I think it will give up to 20 years’ drinking pleasure. |
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Burgundy | 4 | 92-94 (VN) | HK$6,800.00 | |||||
Vinous (92-94)The 2019 Meursault Blagny La Genelottes 1er Cru is planted on white clayey soils, meaning that the vines did not suffer at all in this warm growing season. It has an engaging bouquet of white peaches and greengage, touches of red apples rather than green, and hints of lemon thyme. The palate is very well balanced with peach skin and lemon peel on the entry, a fine bead of acidity and the same spicy finish as the Hameau de Blagny. Excellent. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - | HK$7,805.00 | |||||
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Treat your senses to the exquisite Comtesse de Cherisey Meursault Bois Blagny 2019, a rare jewel from the heart of Burgundy, France. Produced in limited quantities, this fine white wine hails from the revered Chardonnay vineyards perched on the slopes of the Bois de Blagny. The meticulous craftsmanship of the lauded Comtesse de Cherisey estate is evident in the traditional methods used in the creation of this distinctive vintage. Handpicked grapes are gently pressed to preserve their delicate qualities, then skillfully vinified in French oak barrels, resulting in an elegant interplay of opulent fruit flavours and integrated mineral accents. Notes of fresh apples, creamy lemon, and hints of toasted almond harmonise with subtle undertones of vanilla and spice, culminating in a luxuriously long finish. The Comtesse de Cherisey Meursault Bois Blagny 2019 sets the gold standard in white Burgundy, promising an unparalleled tasting experience. |
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Burgundy | 3 | - | HK$9,130.00 | |||||
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Presenting the exceptional Comtesse de Cherisey Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Chalumeaux 2019, an exquisite tribute to the renowned Puligny-Montrachet appellation of Burgundy. Entirely hand-harvested, this fervent chardonnay is gracefully aged in French oak barrels for twelve months, lending luxuriant complexity to its fluid narrative. Its delicate, buttery texture is beautifully interlaced with crisp, citric undertones and a nuanced minerality, a hallmark of the premier Chalumeaux terroir. Radiating a striking golden hue, this remarkable wine offers an olfactory symphony of white flowers, ripe pear, and elegant spice. Maturing with impeccable finesse, it manifests a lingering finish that resonates with the Comtesse de Cherisey's unwavering commitment to excellence. Produced with an unflinching commitment to sustainable farming, it beautifully captures the quintessence of Burgundy's terroir. The Comtesse de Cherisey Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Chalumeaux 2019 is undeniably a testament to the estate's artisanal pedigree and passion for winemaking. |
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Burgundy | 6 | - | HK$16,695.00 | |||||
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Introducing the exquisite Comtesse de Cherisey Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Chalumeaux 2020, a prestigious French white wine produced from the vineyards of Puligny-Montrachet, renowned for the highest quality Chardonnay. This single-vineyard cuvée comes from the historic estate of Comtesse de Cherisey, recognised for precision, elegance, and luxury. The 2020 vintage offers a complex bouquet, with rich layers of citrus, stone fruits, and subtle minerals, underpinned by a background of refined, integrated oak. Following traditional vinification methods, the wine matures for over a year in French oak barrels, striking a balance between freshness and opulence. The Comtesse de Cherisey Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Chalumeaux 2020 delivers a wine experience showcasing intense minerality, vibrant acidity, and superb length. This is the epitome of fine Burgundian Chardonnay, reflecting the meticulous, sophisticated, and time-honoured winemaking revered by Comtesse de Cherisey. Drink now or cellar to witness the evolution of its character over the next decade. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91 (VN) | HK$5,815.00 | |||||
Vinous (91)The 2018 Puligny-Montrachet Hameau de Blagny 1er Cru has a crisp, slightly flinty bouquet that unfolds nicely in the glass. The palate is well balanced with a malic entry, quite terse at first and steely on the finish, a little vanilla and almond lingering on the aftertaste. Very fine. |
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Burgundy | 2 | 93-95 (VN) | HK$9,130.00 | |||||
Vinous (93-95)From the domaine’s largest parcel, at 1.07 hectares, and planted in the 1950s, the 2019 Puligny-Montrachet Hameau de Blagny 1er Cru has a complex bouquet of lemon thyme and honeysuckle, touches of basalt coming through with time. The palate is very harmonious with quince jus on the entry and a little more spiciness on the finish compared to the La Garenne. A lovely blood orange note lingers on the aftertaste. Another delicious and cerebral 2019 from Domaine de Chérisey. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97 (JS) | HK$6,260.00 | |||||
James Suckling (97)Green papaya, pomelo, cream, flint and hints of wax on the nose. It’s full-bodied with bright acidity and a creamy texture. Concentrated and refined with seamless layers, leading to a long, mineral finish. The phenols with fruit and acidity are a formidable combination. Keeps going. Try from 2022. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 98 (JS) | HK$6,945.00 | |||||
James Suckling (98)Sliced-apple and lime with some aniseed and licorice. Iodine, too. Full-bodied with linear acidity and a fine tannin structure that goes on for minutes. 65% sauvignon blanc and 35% semillon. This is fantastic and so delicious now, but can age for a very long time. Drink or hold. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 98-99 (JS) | HK$6,855.00 | |||||
James Suckling (98-99)A super white with dense mango, lemon and lime, as well as some clove and nutmeg. Full-bodied, really complete and long. Sensational. So much potential here. 66% sauvignon blanc and 34% semillon. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97-98 (JS) | HK$6,970.00 | |||||
James Suckling (97-98)This is layered and serious, with intense yet subtle notes of dried pineapple, lemon, crushed stones and shells. Salty. Long and driven with vivacity and energy. So minerally, in every sense. Grabs hold of you. 71% sauvignon blanc and 29% semillon. |
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Bordeaux | 8 | 97-98 (JS) | HK$6,780.00 | |||||
James Suckling (97-98)This shows real precision and sophistication. Tight and dense palate that is concentrated but not heavy, with intensity and minerality. Sea salt and white pepper at the end. This is really at the top level of dry white Bordeaux now. 70% sauvignon blanc and 30% semillon. |
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Rhone | 4 | - | HK$2,060.00 | |||||
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95-97 (WA) | HK$2,400.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (95-97)The 2017 Coutet has lovely notions of spice cake, fresh ginger and honeysuckle over a core of lemon curd, beeswax and preserved peaches. Rich, spicy and quite decadent in the mouth, it has wonderful freshness and depth, finishing very long. |
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