France
The vast and diverse wine regions of France, each with its own unique terroirs, grape varieties, and winemaking techniques, are a treasure trove.
In Bordeaux, the birthplace of some of the world's most iconic wines, esteemed vineyards such as Château Lafite Rothschild, Château Margaux, Château Latour, and Château Haut-Brion produce exceptional red wines, showcasing the art of blending Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Malbec. The region is also renowned for its exquisite white wines, with vineyards like Château d'Yquem and Domaine de Chevalier producing legendary sweet wines.
Moving to Burgundy, the vineyards of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, Domaine Leroy, and Domaine Armand Rousseau capture the essence of the region's revered terroir, crafting exquisite red wines from the Pinot Noir grape. Meanwhile, Domaine Leflaive and Domaine Coche-Dury are celebrated for their world-class white wines, predominantly made from Chardonnay.
The Champagne region, known for its sparkling wines, boasts illustrious houses such as Krug, Dom Pérignon, and Moët & Chandon, as well as grower-producers like Pierre Péters and Jacques Selosse. These vineyards create exceptional sparkling wines using the traditional method, offering a symphony of delicate bubbles, elegant flavors, and vibrant acidity.
In the Rhône Valley, iconic vineyards like Chapoutier, E. Guigal, and Château de Beaucastel produce remarkable red wines in the northern appellations of Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie, and Cornas, showcasing the elegance and power of Syrah. Further south, Châteauneuf-du-Pape is celebrated for its rich and full-bodied red blends, with Château Rayas and Clos des Papes leading the way.
In Alsace, vineyards such as Domaine Zind-Humbrecht and omaine Trimbach craft exquisite white wines, including Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Gris, expressing the region's unique terroir and varietal character.
These are just a few highlights among the diverse array of wines that France offers. From the Loire Valley's crisp whites and elegant reds to the Languedoc-Roussillon's bold and robust wines, each region presents its own vinous treasures.
France
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James Suckling (93-94)
Lots of Lynch character to this wine, with a full body and blackcurrant, dark-chocolate, tar and lean-pencil character. Full and flavorful. Solid center-palate. Second wine. Nicely put together. 56% merlot and 44% cabernet sauvignon.HK$2,930.00 -
James Suckling (93-94)
Lots of Lynch character to this wine, with a full body and blackcurrant, dark-chocolate, tar and lean-pencil character. Full and flavorful. Solid center-palate. Second wine. Nicely put together. 56% merlot and 44% cabernet sauvignon.HK$1,770.00 -
(12x75cl) 2022James Suckling (94)
Dark currants with blackberries and a touch of pencil shavings. Good perception of freshness despite the ripe black fruit. Tight, full-bodied and fine-grained on the palate. Long, structured and juicy. 64% cabernet sauvignon, 31% merlot and 5% cabernet franc. Give it two or three more years.HK$4,235.00 -
James Suckling (92-93)
A balance of blackberry, chocolate and stone with a medium body, creamy texture and a soft finish. The length and depth are very pretty, while the juicy, velvety tannins are so attractive.HK$3,020.00 -
James Suckling (92-93)
A balance of blackberry, chocolate and stone with a medium body, creamy texture and a soft finish. The length and depth are very pretty, while the juicy, velvety tannins are so attractive.HK$1,559 - HK$1,852
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In the mesmerising realm of Bordeaux, the Fleur Cardinale Edition Rugby Spirit Grand Cru Classe 2019 is an emblem of meticulous winemaking. Decanter sourced, the estate cultivates their grapes on clay-limestone soil; notably adding depth and complexity in the flavour profile. Renowned vinters, Dominique and Florence Decoster, have artfully crafted this spirit using a blend of 75% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon; displaying the estate's signature richness and finesse.
Matured for 14 months in French oak barrels culminates in layers of ripe red fruits, integrated with fragrant cedar and sweet spices, beautifully balanced with supple tannins. Each sip unfolds lavish notes of blackcurrant and blackberry, balanced with structured minerality.
The Fleur Cardinale Edition Rugby Spirit Grand Cru Classe 2019 is more than wine; it's a spirit embodying time-honoured traditions with a nod to the vibrancy of rugby, epitomising true craftsmanship and passion.
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Indulge in the magnificent Fleur Cardinale Edition Rugby Spirit Grand Cru Classe 2020, a prestigious red wine that perfectly blends power and elegance. This notable vintage hails from the acclaimed winery Domaine de Cardinale, located in the Saint-Émilion region of Bordeaux, France. Sustainably crafted using a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon, each bottle showcases the winery's dedication to producing wines of superior quality and distinct character.
With every sip, discerning palates will savour the deeply layered notes of ripe blackberries, red currants, and subtle earthy undertones. Matured in oak barrels, the Fleur Cardinale Edition Rugby Spirit Grand Cru Classe 2020 encapsulates a refined complexity and velvety texture, offering wine connoisseurs an exquisite drinking experience that impresses from the first taste to the lingering finish. Unearth the rich heritage of Bordeaux and relish the culinary artistry captured in each bottle of this outstanding Grand Cru Classe.
HK$1,205.00 -
Back with a magnificent vintage, the Fleur Cardinale Edition Rugby Spirit Grand Cru Classe 2021 embodies the epitome of true Bordeaux wines with its seductive, intense aromatic grandeur. Produced in the renowned Saint-Émilion region, this exquisite offering is a testament to the meticulous viticulture and traditional vinification techniques employed by Château Fleur Cardinale vineyard. Adorned by rugby-inspired packaging, it's a harmonious blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Aged in French oak barrels, it exhibits a delicate expression of dark fruit with nuanced notes of spices and toast. With its robust structure and deep, luscious palate, the Fleur Cardinale Edition Rugby Spirit Grand Cru Classe 2021 is both compelling in its youth and eminently age-worthy. An exceptional wine that divulges the vineyard's distinct terroir, it invites connoisseurs to savour an unerring luxuriance of Bordeaux winemaking.
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(6x75cl) 2022Edmond Cornu Aloxe Corton Vv 2022 is a distinguished expression from the esteemed vineyards of Aloxe-Corton in Burgundy’s Côte de Beaune. Crafted meticulously from hand-harvested Pinot Noir grapes, this Grand Cru showcases the exceptional terroir with its deep red fruit aromas, subtle earthy undertones, and a refined structure. Fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, the wine undergoes a judicious ageing process in French oak barrels, enhancing its complexity and elegance. Edmond Cornu, a venerable producer renowned for their dedication to traditional winemaking techniques, ensures each vintage embodies the region’s quintessential character. The 2022 release presents a harmonious balance of vibrant acidity and silky tannins, culminating in a lingering, sophisticated finish. Perfect for discerning connoisseurs, Edmond Cornu Aloxe Corton Vv 2022 exemplifies the pinnacle of Burgundian excellence and offers an exquisite addition to any fine wine collection.
HK$1,840.00 -
(6x75cl) 2017Experience the epitome of Burgundy with Edmond Cornu Corton Grand Cru Les Bressandes 2017, a distinguished expression from the esteemed Côte de Beaune. Crafted by the venerable Edmond Cornu, this Grand Cru Pinot Noir epitomises meticulous viticulture and traditional vinification. Grown in the prestigious Les Bressandes vineyard, the grapes benefit from optimal terroir, characterised by marl and limestone soils that impart remarkable depth and complexity. Hand-harvested and carefully sorted, the fruit undergoes gentle fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks before being aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, enhancing its refined structure and elegant tannins. The 2017 vintage presents a vibrant ruby hue, with aromas of red cherries, subtle spices, and earthy undertones. On the palate, it offers a harmonious balance of richness and finesse, culminating in a long, lingering finish. A quintessential choice for connoisseurs seeking unparalleled quality and heritage in every bottle.
HK$5,655.00 -
(6x75cl) 2020Immerse yourself in the exquisite taste of Edmond Cornu Corton Grand Cru Bressandes 2020. This premium red wine hails from renowned Burgundy wine producer, Edmond Cornu & fils. Established in 1877, the estate operates on meticulous viticulture traditions, guaranteeing an unrivalled quality yield. This illustrious wine has a robust, full-bodied blend that transcends the usual Burgundian style.
The Edmond Cornu Corton Grand Cru Bressandes 2020 originates from Ladoix-Serrigny's Corton Grand Cru appellation. This word-class vineyard is celebrated for its distinctive consistency and flavour intensity, courtesy of the chalky-clay soils that nurture the perfect Pinot Noir grape.
Expect a seductive, velvet-textured palate with dark cherry, spice and enduring length. This wine showcases complexity, vitality, and ageing potential, making it an ideal acquisition for discerning collectors. Enjoy the magnificence of Edmond Cornu Corton Grand Cru Bressandes 2020, a symbol of genuine vinous excellence.
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Vinous (98)
The 2016 Sancerre Clos La Néore is almost Riesling-like in its firm yet fine personality, its unswerving purity and its clear translation of place. Don't expect a seductive Sancerre, this is dry and steely with an appealing bitterness making for a very grown up white wine. It's starting to show early signs of development in its light almond/lanolin character alongside lemon tea. It offers exceptional concentration while being light bodied and provides a steely core of acidity, keeping the wine together and powering on. If you have any in your cellar, I can make myself available for dinner.HK$3,800.00 -
(6x75cl) 2016Vinous (98)
The 2016 Sancerre Clos La Néore is almost Riesling-like in its firm yet fine personality, its unswerving purity and its clear translation of place. Don't expect a seductive Sancerre, this is dry and steely with an appealing bitterness making for a very grown up white wine. It's starting to show early signs of development in its light almond/lanolin character alongside lemon tea. It offers exceptional concentration while being light bodied and provides a steely core of acidity, keeping the wine together and powering on. If you have any in your cellar, I can make myself available for dinner.HK$22,075.00 -
Crafted by esteemed winemaker Edmond Vatan, the Sancerre Clos La Neore 2017 is a fine example of terroir-driven vinification. Produced in the heart of France's Loire valley, it's one of the last remaining single plots of Sancerre, offering unrivalled purity and typicity of the region.
The Edmond Vatan Sancerre Clos La Neore 2017 demonstrates an exquisite balance of ripe fruit, minerality, and palate-gripping acidity. Hand-harvested from vines averaging 50-years-old on Kimmeridgian marl soils, this prestigious Sauvignon Blanc ferments naturally in old wooden foudres to enhance its inherent complexity.
With a limited production, the wine reveals a striking, crystal-clear golden hue alongside an aromatic profile of citrus zest, ripe apple, and flinty undertones. It's exceptionally layered, showing vibrant fruit, precise acid, and a lingering finish. Best consumed after carefully decanting, Edmond Vatan Sancerre Clos La Neore 2017 is a sought-after vintage deserving of a place in the cellars of discerning neophytes and seasoned collectors alike.
HK$3,800.00 -
Vinous (96)
Clarity is a term that accurately describes the 2018 Sancerre Clos La Néore. It has a pure and intense core of fruit. But it's not fruity. It's a sophisticated style with a distinctive aromatic profile - chamomile tea, lemon, honey and almond meal and an almost tonic-like edge. While showing the ripeness of the 2018 season, it retains its shape with a corset of acidity and phenolics that guide the wine on and on.HK$6,880.00 -
Vinous (96)
Clarity is a term that accurately describes the 2018 Sancerre Clos La Néore. It has a pure and intense core of fruit. But it's not fruity. It's a sophisticated style with a distinctive aromatic profile - chamomile tea, lemon, honey and almond meal and an almost tonic-like edge. While showing the ripeness of the 2018 season, it retains its shape with a corset of acidity and phenolics that guide the wine on and on.HK$19,625.00 -
(1x150cl) 2019The Edmond Vatan Sancerre Clos La Neore 2019 is a standout representation of premium Sancerre wines. This exquisite bottle hails from the reputable Vatan family winery, known for their meticulous cultivation of the Sauvignon Blanc grape in France's Loire Valley region. Handpicked grapes from 60-year-old vines and traditional vinification in old oak barrels enhance the natural essence of this wine.
Subtle expressions of lime, flint, and green apple define the bouquet of the Edmond Vatan Sancerre Clos La Neore 2019, with a minerality that encapsulates the terroir of Sancerre. The wine exhibits an excellent balance between crisp acidity and lucid fruitiness. A remarkable dry finish alludes to the uncultivated nature of the original vineyard, symbolising its authenticity and nobility.
With Vatan's undisputed experitise in winemaking, every sip of Edmond Vatan Sancerre Clos La Neore 2019 is an indulgence, conferring individualism, elegance and unparalleled depth of flavour.
HK$6,845.00 -
The Edmond Vatan Sancerre Clos La Neore 2019 is a standout representation of premium Sancerre wines. This exquisite bottle hails from the reputable Vatan family winery, known for their meticulous cultivation of the Sauvignon Blanc grape in France's Loire Valley region. Handpicked grapes from 60-year-old vines and traditional vinification in old oak barrels enhance the natural essence of this wine.
Subtle expressions of lime, flint, and green apple define the bouquet of the Edmond Vatan Sancerre Clos La Neore 2019, with a minerality that encapsulates the terroir of Sancerre. The wine exhibits an excellent balance between crisp acidity and lucid fruitiness. A remarkable dry finish alludes to the uncultivated nature of the original vineyard, symbolising its authenticity and nobility.
With Vatan's undisputed experitise in winemaking, every sip of Edmond Vatan Sancerre Clos La Neore 2019 is an indulgence, conferring individualism, elegance and unparalleled depth of flavour.
HK$19,625.00 -
(3x150cl) 2020The Edmond Vatan Sancerre Clos La Neore 2020 is an extraordinary embodiment of French viticulture, crafted in the world-renowned Loire Valley. Each bottle is a testament to the singular dedication of esteemed vigneron, the late Edmond Vatan, who meticulously hand-harvested from the esteemed Clos La Neore vineyard. This captivating Sancerre is renowned for its unique mineral-driven style, a characteristic intrinsic to the flint-rich Kimmeridgian soils that make up the terroir. The 2020 edition exhibits a deft balance of elegance and intensity, encapsulating pure Sauvignon Blanc expressions including flavours of ripe citrus and white blossom. The wine undergoes traditional vinification process, fermenting in ancient inox vats and barrel ageing. This process helps the wine exhibit remarkable ageability. A benchmark of Sancerre, the Edmond Vatan Sancerre Clos La Neore 2020 is truly an artisanal offering to titillate the discerning palate and elevate the drinking experience of wine enthusiasts globally.
HK$11,445.00 -
(1x150cl) 2021With a vibrant expression of Sauvignon Blanc, the Edmond Vatan Sancerre Clos La Neore 2021 exudes the charm of the Loire Valley vineyards. Beautifully handcrafted by the esteemed Vatan family in the revered Sancerre region, renowned for its chalky limestone soils. Esteemed viticulturist Edmond Vatan's heritage, exemplified in meticulous biodynamic methodology, yields an inimitable minerality and exquisite balance.
This limited edition cuvée reveals an elegant and complex palate, bursting with nuanced citrus zest, intertwined with subtle hints of white flowers. Matured meticulously in French oak, it presents an unparalleled texture and a finish that lingers enticingly. This is a testament to the storied Vatan legacy, reflecting an exceptional 2021 vintage.
A truly spectacular addition to any fine wine collection. The allure of the Edmond Vatan Sancerre Clos La Neore 2021 lies not just in its peerless flavour profiles but also in its intriguing history, rooted in the heart of traditional French viniculture.
HK$6,535.00 -
Decanter (93)
This wine features a lovely bright raspberry fruit aroma with a bit of menthol and a suggestion of peony. The tannins are substantial, and there is plenty of acidity to draw the wine to a lovely conclusion. The grapes come from 60 – 65 year old vines in the lower part of Grèves where the soils are a bit deeper. The wine shows a true Grèves character in its restraint, elegance, and balance.HK$2,550.00 -
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(6x75cl) 2023Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (94-97)
Six barrels, two from Petit Musigni and four from Les 10 Journaux which is in whole bunch vinification. Two new barrels. A deepish crimson purple. The stems give an exciting lift to the wine to escape from the more muscular side. Significantly rich raspberry and cherry fruit with an excellent suavity of texture. Really well done, I am impressed. Drink from 2032-2038. Tasted Nov 2024.HK$12,035 - HK$14,710
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (91-94)
80 year old vines in deeper soil just below Rugiens, with deep roots which make it consistent each year. Avoided the frost. 30% whole bunch, three new barrels out of ten. A fine mid purple with some depth of fruit. The stems have done their job of lifting the bouquet, this is rather delightful, too much fruit to be called floral but there are some roses in the background too. A little firmer on the palate, and a fresh acidity to finish. Promising. Drink from 2027-2034.HK$4,275.00 -
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HK$18,360.00
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James Suckling (94)
Fresh flowers flow out of the glass with honeysuckle and jasmine as well as strawberries and spices. Medium- to full-bodied with lots of fruit and a long, long finish. So many lemons and green apples. 70% chardonnay, 15% pinot noir and 15% pinot meunier. Three years on the lees. Dosage 3 g/L. Drink now.HK$4,245.00 -
Wine Advocate (98)
Year after year, Egly’s NV Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru Les Crayères remains one of the most compelling and reliable wines from the Montagne de Reims. Sourced from a south-facing lieu-dit in Ambonnay that was planted between 1946 and 1947 on shallow chalk soils with just 30 centimeters of topsoil, it was disgorged in October 2024 with a dosage of one gram per liter. This release blends the richer 2017 vintage with the taut, incisive character of 2016. Notably, prior to 2000, Francis Egly produced this cuvée as a single-vintage expression, only later opting for a two-vintage blend to buffer against the variability of any given season. The wine ascends from the glass with a bouquet of remarkable complexity—aromas of acacia, ripe pear, orange zest, toasted nuts and patisserie elements unfurl. Full-bodied, concentrated and layered, with ample chalky structuring extract and mouthwatering acidity, it concludes with a long, saline finish. While I often vacillate between Les Crayères and the Millésime as to which I favor, this year, Les Crayères stands as the most captivating wine in the cellar. It offers immense youthful appeal yet promises to evolve beautifully with age. Readers would be wise not to hesitate—it fully lives up to its reputation, and I’d gladly secure bottles for my own cellar.HK$7,430.00 -
Wine Advocate (98)
Year after year, Egly’s NV Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru Les Crayères remains one of the most compelling and reliable wines from the Montagne de Reims. Sourced from a south-facing lieu-dit in Ambonnay that was planted between 1946 and 1947 on shallow chalk soils with just 30 centimeters of topsoil, it was disgorged in October 2024 with a dosage of one gram per liter. This release blends the richer 2017 vintage with the taut, incisive character of 2016. Notably, prior to 2000, Francis Egly produced this cuvée as a single-vintage expression, only later opting for a two-vintage blend to buffer against the variability of any given season. The wine ascends from the glass with a bouquet of remarkable complexity—aromas of acacia, ripe pear, orange zest, toasted nuts and patisserie elements unfurl. Full-bodied, concentrated and layered, with ample chalky structuring extract and mouthwatering acidity, it concludes with a long, saline finish. While I often vacillate between Les Crayères and the Millésime as to which I favor, this year, Les Crayères stands as the most captivating wine in the cellar. It offers immense youthful appeal yet promises to evolve beautifully with age. Readers would be wise not to hesitate—it fully lives up to its reputation, and I’d gladly secure bottles for my own cellar.HK$10,005.00
