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
| Product Name | Region | Qty | Score | Price | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
|
Bordeaux | 2 | 99 (WI) | HK$18,350.00 | |||||
The Wine Independent (99)The 2017 La Mission Haut-Brion Blanc is a blend of 76.2% Semillon and 23.8% Sauvignon Blanc. The nose is very closed, eventually opening out to reveal notes of apple tart, fresh Bosc pears, and honey-drizzled white peaches with wafts of lime blossom and sea spray. The medium-bodied palate is tightly wound with fantastic energy and tension, delivering a long, mineral-laced finish. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 2 | 99 (WI) | HK$35,715.00 | |||||
The Wine Independent (99)The 2017 La Mission Haut-Brion Blanc is a blend of 76.2% Semillon and 23.8% Sauvignon Blanc. The nose is very closed, eventually opening out to reveal notes of apple tart, fresh Bosc pears, and honey-drizzled white peaches with wafts of lime blossom and sea spray. The medium-bodied palate is tightly wound with fantastic energy and tension, delivering a long, mineral-laced finish. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 4 | 97 (VN (AG)) | HK$4,720.00 | |||||
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (97)A wine of stunning beauty, the 2017 Lafaurie-Peyraguey is so remarkably vivid from the very first taste. All the elements simply fall into place effortlessly. Orchard fruit, tangerine, passion fruit mint and exotic floral overtones all grace this precise, wonderfully inviting Sauternes from Silvio Denz. Lafaurie-Peyraguey is pure and total finesse. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 8 | 97 (VN (AG)) | HK$4,245.00 | |||||
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (97)A wine of stunning beauty, the 2017 Lafaurie-Peyraguey is so remarkably vivid from the very first taste. All the elements simply fall into place effortlessly. Orchard fruit, tangerine, passion fruit mint and exotic floral overtones all grace this precise, wonderfully inviting Sauternes from Silvio Denz. Lafaurie-Peyraguey is pure and total finesse. |
|||||||||
|
|
Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$16,440.00 | |||||
|
|
Burgundy | 1 | 95 (VN) | HK$14,800.00 | |||||
Vinous (95)The 2017 Chassagne-Montrachet La Romanée 1er Cru has an intriguing, complex bouquet of orange zest, honeysuckle and powdered granite aromas – just outstanding in every way. The palate is very well balanced with a fine bead of acidity that cuts through intense citrus fruit laced with walnut and hazelnut. There is great depth on the finish, but you can tell that it has a lot more to give. Wonderful salinity on the aftertaste. Outstanding. |
|||||||||
|
|
Burgundy | 1 | 95+ (WA) | HK$59,165.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (95+)Unwinding in the glass with notes of Anjou pear, spring flowers, blanched almonds, citrus zest and white peach, the 2017 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Caillerets is full-bodied, deep and incisive, with a layered but tight-knit core that's built around racy acids and chalky dry extract, concluding with a long, searingly mineral finish. This might be the finest wine produced at Domaine Lamy-Caillat to date. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 93 (VN (AG)) | HK$3,345.00 | |||||
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (93)The 2017 Latour-Martillac Blanc is powerful and quite dense in the glass, with tons of structure that gives the wine its distinctive, almost phenolic feel. Orchard fruit, citrus and floral notes develop with air, but it is the wine's sheer power that stands out most. |
|||||||||
|
|
Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$6,845.00 | |||||
|
|
Burgundy | 1 | 97 (VN) | HK$16,815.00 | |||||
Vinous (97)The 2017 Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru has a clean, precise bouquet, fresh, taut and understated compared to its peers, perhaps the most elegant of an octet of Chevaliers tasted blind. The well-balanced palate delivers real power, offering flavors of candied orange peel and spices and a fine saline undercurrent. Harmonious, elegant yet intense, this should age with style and panache. It vies with Olivier Leflaive's own Chevalier for supremacy, and juxtaposing them blind, it has its nose in front. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting in Savigny-lès-Beaune. |
|||||||||
|
|
Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (WA) | HK$21,405.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (91-93)The 2017 Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Clavoillon is excellent, and a clear step up over the Puligny Village, something that can't be taken for granted. Offering up aromas of lemon, beeswax, white flowers and blanched almonds, the wine is medium to full-bodied, satiny and nicely concentrated, with tangy acids, chewy extract and a long, precise finish. It's promisingly tight-knit and should develop further before it's bottled. |
|||||||||
|
|
Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$22,730.00 | |||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 4 | 93 (DC) | HK$2,100.00 | |||||
Decanter (93)This is the best ‘just crack on and drink it’ white wine in Bordeaux in my opinion. Made from 100% Sauvignon Blanc, it’s so full of exotic fruits and fragrant white flowers, with seductive aromatics. Juicy and mouthwatering, easy to enjoy. |
|||||||||
|
|
Burgundy | 1 | 92 (VN) | HK$9,800.00 | |||||
Vinous (92)The 2017 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru has a light and slightly earthy nose, a touch of orange pith emerging with time. The palate displays good weight and concentration, offering candied orange peel and lemon zest and turning a little peachy toward the finish, all underpinned by a fine bead of acidity and decent length. This should drink well for 12–15 years. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting in Savigny-lès-Beaune. |
|||||||||
|
|
Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (VN) | HK$4,820.00 | |||||
Vinous (91-93)The 2017 Puligny-Montrachet Les Folatières 1er Cru has a fresh bouquet, quite vigorous compared to its peers, with yellow flower scents complementing the clear honey and subtle linseed aromas that gradually unfurl. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, and full of tension, displaying good depth and concentration toward the finish. This is quite a powerful Puligny, perhaps missing a little bit of nerve compared to its peers, yet satisfying and persistent in the mouth. (DIAM GC closure) |
|||||||||
|
|
Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) | HK$3,910.00 | |||||
Vinous (92-94)The 2017 Meursault Charmes 1er Cru comes from Domaine Prieur-Brunet, specifically two plots in Meursault Charmes-Dessus (1.2 hectares), one close to Les Referts and the other close to Genevrières. These are integrated with existing vineyards owned by Louis Jadot, so the label will be under Domaine Louis Jadot and not Prieur-Brunet. This has a pretty, quite precise bouquet of citrus fruit infused with yellow flower aromas; light touches of walnut emerge with time. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity and a hint of black currant leaf toward the finish; certainly a more elegant take on this Premier Cru. The cru has clearly benefited from the addition of the new holdings. An excellent Meursault. |
|||||||||
|
|
Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (WA) | HK$6,460.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (91-93)The 2017 Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Combettes (Domaine Louis Jadot) is a decided success, offering up notes of ripe citrus fruit, white flowers, honeycomb, blanched almonds and mint. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, glossy and layered, with tangy acids, excellent depth at the core and a long, mouthwatering finish. |
|||||||||
|
|
Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$4,040.00 | |||||
|
|
Burgundy | 2 | - | HK$14,085.00 | |||||
|
|
Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$6,720.00 | |||||
|
The Louis Michel Chablis Grand Cru Vaudesir 2017 is a marvel of finesse, elegance, and vibrancy. Stemming from the illustrious Louis Michel estate in the heart of Burgundy, this wine proudly showcases the winery's centuries-old winemaking expertise. The wine is unfiltered and unfined, with the juice fermented and matured in stainless-steel tanks to preserve the purity of its fruit. Harvested purely from the Vaudesir parcel, one of the seven grand cru vineyards, it offers a beautiful blend of ripened apple, subtle citrus, and wet stone on the nose with light floral notes. The palate is a symphony of tart green apple, ripe pear, and lemon zest framed by razor-sharp acidity. The finish is everlasting, with endless rounds of salinity and dry minerality. This Louis Michel Chablis Grand Cru Vaudesir 2017 establishes a new standard of precision and character for Chardonnay from this world-renowned region. |
|||||||||
|
|
Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$4,425.00 | |||||
|
Immerse yourself in the sophisticated allure of Louis Moreau Chablis Grand Cru Blanchot 2017. This masterpiece comes from the distinguished and tradition-rich Blanchot vineyard in the Chablis region of Northern France. Expert winemaker Louis Moreau meticulously crafts this wine, expressing his profound understanding of the unique terroir. Produced from 100% Chardonnay grapes, the wine exhibits a harmonious blend of complexity and subtlety. With an expressive bouquet of white fruits and flowers underlined by mineral notes, the Louis Moreau Chablis Grand Cru Blanchot 2017 instantly captivates the senses. Its silken palate delivers an impressive concentration of flavours, perfectly balanced by supportive acidity and an enduring finish. The wine's elegant intensity and profound depth demonstrate Moreau's commitment to upholding the prominence and prestige of the Grand Cru designation. Indulge in the captivating allure of Louis Moreau Chablis Grand Cru Blanchot 2017, an unforgettable offering from an eminent producer. |
|||||||||
|
|
Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$3,850.00 | |||||
|
The Louis Moreau Chablis Grand Cru Le Clos Clos des Hospices 2017 is a magnificent testament to its well-regarded pedigree, a product of fine French viniculture. This exquisite wine is diligently crafted in the traditional Chablis manner from vines planted within Le Clos, a notable grand cru vineyard within Bourgogne. Louis Moreau, a five-generation winemaker family, meticulously oversees each stage of viticulture, producing Chablis wines expressive of their specific terroir. The 2017 vintage projects a refined complexity, marrying a delicate minerality with hues of citrus and white flowers. A prolonged finish cradles a balance of acidity that enhances the crisp, elegant structure. Aged in stainless steel tanks before bottling, its purity of fruit and notable terroir characteristics are optimally preserved. The Louis Moreau Chablis Grand Cru Le Clos Clos des Hospices 2017 captures the essence of world-class Chablis, a true testament to the expertise and dedication of producer, Louis Moreau. |
|||||||||
|
|
Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$4,425.00 | |||||
|
Exhibiting the epitome of elegance and finesse, the Louis Moreau Chablis Grand Cru Vaudesir 2017, hailing from the prestigious soils of Chablis, enchants connoisseurs with its impressive intensity and balance. Seductively golden in hue, this enticing Chablis treasure produced by fifth-generation winemaker, Louis Moreau, is a celebration of the region's distinct Kimmeridgian limestone terroir. Crafted through traditional fermenting methods in stainless steel vats, this Grand Cru gently uncovers exquisite notes of ripe orchard fruit, exotic spices, and mineral richness. The Louis Moreau Chablis Grand Cru Vaudesir 2017, carefully aged for 20 months, embodies a seamless blend of supple texture and vivacious acidity blessed with an extraordinarily persistent finish. Perfectly matured, this compelling treasure from the esteemed Louis Moreau estate will continue to unfold its complexities over the next several years, intriguing discerning palates. |
|||||||||
|
|
Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$46,425.00 | |||||
|
|
Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$97,770.00 | |||||
|
|
Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$54,480.00 | |||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 4 | 93 (VN (NM)) | HK$5,800.00 | |||||
Vinous - Neal Martin (93)The 2017 Malartic-Lagravière Blanc has a very impressive bouquet with flinty, citrus fruit that evolves more discrete tropical scents with aeration, hints of dried honey, lime and mango emerging with time. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, quite saline in the mouth and fine weight. A precise and quite sustained finish. This has great potential and it may improve with continued bottle age. That said, it will be irresistible in its youth. |
|||||||||
|
|
Burgundy | 1 | 94-96 (VN) | HK$5,740.00 | |||||
Vinous (94-96)The 2017 Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru stays with Domaine Marc Colin as it as owned by Damien's godfather and he wished for it to remain with him, therefore a fermage agreement remains in place. It has a clean and precise bouquet, a little more expressive than some of its peers with crushed stone, sea spray and light citrus peel scents. The palate is medium-bodied with crisp acidity, the oak neatly integrated (one out of two barrels new) with a precise tangy orange rind finish. Sophisticated and compelling. (DIAM closure) |
|||||||||
|
|
Burgundy | 6 | 95 (DC) | HK$8,560.00 | |||||
Decanter (95)Set in an isolated position on the slope above the village, En Virondot is the highest Chassagne premier cru, at 350 metres. A Marc Morey exclusive, it's a remarkable site that comes into its own in hotter years. Pithy and taut, it's chiselled, sculpted, knife-edge stuff with stylish oak and impressive focus and persistence. |
|||||||||
