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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(1x150cl) 2004Vinous (89+)
Good deep, bright red. Musky aromas of briary red fruits, pepper, herbs and underbrush. Tight and a bit dry in the mouth, with good verve to its red fruit flavors but a less silky texture than the Suchots. Finishes with a firm mineral spine and a light peppery quality.HK$8,345.00 -
Vinous (96)
(100% vendange entier): Bright, dark red. Very ripe but rather brooding aromas of blueberry, licorice, violet and tropical dark chocolate. Then wonderfully perfumed and precise in the mouth, conveying an impression of thickness and inner-mouth tension without weight. The stems provide another dimension without dominating the wine's fruits and flowers. A spectacular example of 2015, not yet fleshy but very dense and seductively sweet. The bracing, mounting finish goes on and on. This wine will need many years of cellaring to unfold and yet it's easier to taste today than its 2016 sibling, as are most of these '15s.HK$7,135.00 -
(1x75cl) 2017Vinous (97)
The 2017 Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand Cru has an exquisitely-defined, focused bouquet of brambly red fruit, crushed stone and wilted rose petal. The palate is refined but powerful, with gently grippy tannins. There is a Richebourg-like backbone but Romanée-Saint-Vivant-like elegance toward the impressively long finish. This is a magnificent 2017 Grand Cru. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2017 tasting.HK$5,590.00 -
(3x75cl) 2019Vinous (95-97)
The 2019 Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand Cru comprises 40% whole bunch and 25% new oak because winemaker Géraldine Godot wanted less wood influence during élevage. That was an astute decision, because it renders a very seductive, pure and engaging bouquet of copious red cherries, kirsch and blueberry fruit laced with pressed violets that is très R.S.V. The palate is medium-bodied with a sensual, velvety-smooth entry, a mixture of red and black fruit and impressive volume, but it also delivers the luxuriant elegance you expect from this Grand Cru. Fans out wonderfully on the finish. Just a gorgeous, sensual Grand Cru.HK$25,385.00 -
Vinous (98)
The 2020 Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand Cru has an expressive bouquet with fine delineation, redcurrant and raspberry fruit, hints of candied orange peel and just a little camphor. Yet there is a discreetness that I admire, and it unfolds wonderfully in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit, nicely detailed, fresh and marine-influenced. It is very harmonious; there's a very grandiose finish that lingers seductively. One of the best wines that I have ever tasted from the Domaine. Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting.HK$6,740.00 -
Vinous (93-95)
The Vosne-Romanée Les Suchots is all about grace. Weightless, aromatically expressive and silky on the palate, the 2012 stands out for its feminine, graceful personality. Crushed flowers, sweet tobacco, licorice and leather meld into the generous, resonant finish. The Suchots is one of the least immediate wines in this range. Today it is contemplative and inward, but gorgeous all the same.HK$1,765.00 -
Wine Advocate (93-95)
The 2016 Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru Les Suchots includes 100% whole cluster with 50% new oak. It has a refined, elegant, mild-mannered bouquet with pure raspberry preserve, cranberry and subtle tobacco scents that unroll with aeration, though never quite delivering the opulence synonymous with the premier cru. The palate is medium-bodied with a gentle but insistent grip on the entry. In some ways, the whole bunch addition lends this structure and shifts it toward, say, a Malconsorts in style (not to suggest that is necessarily a bad thing!). Linear and precise, it will require 7 to 10 years in bottle to really show its best. The bottom line is that this is one of the finest Les Suchots that I tasted in 2016.HK$9,590.00 -
HK$1,765.00 -
(6x75cl) 2022HK$10,585.00 -
(12x75cl) 1985L'Arrosee 1985 is an exceptional French wine from the prestigious Saint-Émilion region, characterised by its robust yet balanced structure. This fine Bordeaux, made under the meticulous attention of the Hébrard and the Goldin families, is a blend dominated by Merlot grapes, offering an exemplary expression of its varietal and terroir. Hailing from soils rich in limestone and clay, L'Arrosee 1985 exhibits luscious, complex olfactive notes of sweet cherry, blackcurrant and warm spices, underscored by subtle tobacco undertone. Its entrance on the palate is notably smooth, leading to a strikingly long, pleasantly tannic finale. The wine's impressive longevity is a testament to the exceptional conditions of the 1985 vintage. Enjoy L'Arrosee 1985 now at its peak, full of history and finesse, a gem in any wine connoisseur's collection. Let this stellar representation of L'Arrosee's four-decade long winemaking tradition imbue you distinct and timeless Bordeaux charm.
HK$12,105.00 -
(12x75cl) 1990Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (88+)
Medium red, with some brick at the rim. Lovely spicy, smoky, roasted plum nose, with nuances of underbrush —a dead ringer for Burgundy. Nicely concentrated roasted chestnut flavor, but somewhat austere, with acidity not completely integrated. Finishes firm and slightly tart, showing more acidity than tannins.HK$11,220.00 -
Wine Advocate (90)
With a medium dark ruby color, and a complex, kirsch, pain grille, smoky, deliciously complex and fruity nose, this fragrant wine offers a wealth of raspberry, currant, and cherry-like fruit. It is not a blockbuster, but rather, an elegant, multi-dimensional, round, velvety-textured wine with a lushness and sweetness of fruit that makes it irresistible. This is one of the more seductive wines of the vintage. Anticipated maturity: Now-2012.HK$8,220.00 -
(12x75cl) 2005Wine Advocate (91)
A Bordeaux that seems to have a Burgundian personality, L’Arrosée’s 2005 displays elegance and finesse, with sweet black cherry and blackcurrant fruit, hints of minerality and earth, but soft tannin, a lush, medium-bodied style, and impressive concentration, purity and overall texture. By no means a blockbuster (in a vintage that produced almost endless numbers of them), this wine can be drunk now or cellared for another 15-20 years.HK$7,070.00 -
(1x75cl) 2005Wine Advocate (91)
A Bordeaux that seems to have a Burgundian personality, L’Arrosée’s 2005 displays elegance and finesse, with sweet black cherry and blackcurrant fruit, hints of minerality and earth, but soft tannin, a lush, medium-bodied style, and impressive concentration, purity and overall texture. By no means a blockbuster (in a vintage that produced almost endless numbers of them), this wine can be drunk now or cellared for another 15-20 years.HK$1,305.00 -
(6x150cl) 2005Wine Advocate (91)
A Bordeaux that seems to have a Burgundian personality, L’Arrosée’s 2005 displays elegance and finesse, with sweet black cherry and blackcurrant fruit, hints of minerality and earth, but soft tannin, a lush, medium-bodied style, and impressive concentration, purity and overall texture. By no means a blockbuster (in a vintage that produced almost endless numbers of them), this wine can be drunk now or cellared for another 15-20 years.HK$6,450.00 -
(12x75cl) 2006Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (89)
Full red-ruby. Sexy aromas of redcurrant, spicecake, tobacco, loam, licorice and minerals. In a distinctly firm, structured style, with juicy acidity intensifying its dark berry and mineral flavors. But there's also good flesh and sweetness over this wine's firm spine. Spreads out nicely on the lingering finish.HK$2,875.00 -
James Suckling (92)
Intense aromas of sliced meat, with tobacco and flowers as well as ripe fruit. Full body, with soft and silky tannins and a juicy finish. A little short hollow in mid-palate. But outstanding all the same. Try in 2018.HK$4,220.00 -
Wine Spectator (92)
A structured, weighty style, with dark blueberry, fig and blackberry fruit. There's ample toast, but it's well-embedded. Big but polished. Score range: 89-92HK$5,860.00 -
(6x75cl) 2010Wine Spectator (92)
A structured, weighty style, with dark blueberry, fig and blackberry fruit. There's ample toast, but it's well-embedded. Big but polished. Score range: 89-92HK$2,640.00 -
(12x75cl) 2008Uncover the elegance and refinement of the L'Aurage 2008, a prestigious and distinctive Bordeaux wine. Hailing from the admirable Côtes de Castillon, this exquisite French vintage is a manifestation of vineyard prowess and vision of Louis Mitjavile, a legend in the world of viticulture. L'Aurage 2008 is a superb blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc, painstakingly aged in oak barrels, imbued with complexity and a remarkable bouquet.
The exalted vintage bespeaks an honourable focus on the terroir, contributing to the L'Aurage 2008's singular charm. Exhibiting a profound ruby hue, this wine boasts flavours that dance between black fruits and silky tannins, with notes of ripe plums and a hint of espresso. The finish is long and gratifying, resonating with the quality and tradition embodied by this iconic producer. Unlock the rich tapestry of flavours that L'Aurage 2008 has to offer – a testament to fine Bordeaux winemaking.
HK$5,430.00 -
(12x75cl) 2016Discerning wine connoisseurs will relish in the exquisite Aurage 2016, a hallmark of Bordeaux craftsmanship. This harmonious blend showcases the essence of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc, carefully cultivated in the charming vineyards of Côtes de Castillon. This micro-cru, meticulously produced by the celebrated winemakers - Fiona, Jacques, and Daniel Thienpont - manifestly embodies their dedication to superior viticulture and refined winemaking.
Aurage 2016 exudes a rich and full-bodied character, boasting a delightful palate of vibrant blackberry and plum, intertwined with nuances of smooth spices and delicate cocoa. A triumph of balance between power and finesse, this French gem is a fitting testament to an exceptional vintage. The ageing process in new French oak barrels for 14 months engenders an unmatched complexity and depth that renders this wine a well-aged beauty. Sip and savour every drop of Aurage 2016, a wine that exhibits profound elegance and longevity.
HK$4,700.00 -
(12x75cl) 2018
The alluring Aurage 2018 is an exquisite embodiment of French winemaking finesse, hailing from the celebrated vineyards of the Cotes de Bordeaux Castillon. This venerated wine offers an eloquent testimony of traditional wine craftsmanship, where vines are ploughed by horses and grapes are harvested by hand, capturing the charm of yesteryears.
Aurage is the product of labour and love by the youthful and vibrant, Julien and Ludovic Hubert. These brothers, part of a third-generation winemaking family, are renowned for producing wines of incredible depth and complexity. The Aurage 2018, specifically, is a harmonious blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, exuding notes of ripe plum, black cherry, and gentle spices. Aged in oak for 14 months, it boasts a polished tannic structure and a lingering finish.
When uncorked, the Aurage 2018 reveals its splendid character, thus elevating any occasion. An enchanting amalgamation of heritage and innovation, each bottle promises an unparalleled olfactory and gustatory journey.
HK$4,430.00 -
(1x300cl) 2019Emanating from the esteemed cellars of Château Lescalle, we present the bewitching pleasure of Aurage 2019. This exalted representation of Bordeaux Supérieur manifests the viticultural mastery of Propriétaire-Récoltant Max de Pourtalès, delivering a wine that boasts elegance and balance in equal measure. With its blend predominantly of Merlot and an accent of Cabernet Franc, Aurage 2019 imparts a complex profile of dark berries, plum, and subtle spice.
Precisely harvested at peak ripeness then matured in French oak barrels for eighteen months, the Aurage 2019 delivers a voluptuously silky texture, superb depth of flavour and refined maturity befitting its lineage. This wine's terroir is distinctively displayed through its graphite minerality and well-delineated structure indicative of the splendid gravelly clay soils and meticulous vine cultivation.
Aurage 2019 is a testimonial to the prowess of its producer and the rich heritage of the Bordeaux region, fulfilling the promise of a captivating and indulgent journey in every sip for discerning oenophiles.
HK$1,325.00 -
(1x600cl) 2019Emanating from the esteemed cellars of Château Lescalle, we present the bewitching pleasure of Aurage 2019. This exalted representation of Bordeaux Supérieur manifests the viticultural mastery of Propriétaire-Récoltant Max de Pourtalès, delivering a wine that boasts elegance and balance in equal measure. With its blend predominantly of Merlot and an accent of Cabernet Franc, Aurage 2019 imparts a complex profile of dark berries, plum, and subtle spice.
Precisely harvested at peak ripeness then matured in French oak barrels for eighteen months, the Aurage 2019 delivers a voluptuously silky texture, superb depth of flavour and refined maturity befitting its lineage. This wine's terroir is distinctively displayed through its graphite minerality and well-delineated structure indicative of the splendid gravelly clay soils and meticulous vine cultivation.
Aurage 2019 is a testimonial to the prowess of its producer and the rich heritage of the Bordeaux region, fulfilling the promise of a captivating and indulgent journey in every sip for discerning oenophiles.
HK$2,205.00 -
(6x150cl) 2019
A toast to Aurage 2019, a splendid wine from the celebrated Bordeaux region of France. Lovingly crafted by the notable Chateau Lamothe de Haux, renowned for its specialised wine-making techniques preserving authenticity and tradition. With a harmonious blend of 60% Cabernet Franc and 40% Merlot grapes, the Aurage 2019 exudes a vibrant ruby hue complemented by a delicate full-bodied palate.
The subtlety of eucalyptus, blackberries, and plum, intertwined with hints of tobacco, spice and earthy undertones, provide a rich, complex taste that delivers a long, balanced finish to the discerning wine enthusiast. The vinification process takes meticulous care, ageing in new French oak barrels for 14 months, ensuring a polished tannin structure and a superb drinkability.
Whether you desire to expand your collection or seek a superior accompaniment to your cuisine, Aurage 2019 promises a captivating and exceptional wine experience, reflecting the true characteristics of its terroir and boutique winemaking heritage.
HK$4,430.00 -
Savour the exquisite delicacy of Aurage 2020, an extraordinary vintage hailing from the prestigious terroirs of Bordeaux's Côte de Castillon. Master winegrower, Aurélien Perdriau, meticulously oversees every aspect of the creation of this merlot-based blend, reflecting both the passion and commitment of a stellar artisan.
Born from sustainable farming practices and manual harvests, Aurage 2020 stands as a testament to French winemaking brilliance. Its ageing in French oak barrels augments the elegant minerality and dark fruit flavours with delicate woody nuances. This masterpiece encapsulates the unique soil composition of its vineyard and the nuances of its sun-kissed growth season, which awards the wine its beautifully balanced characteristics.
With its magnificent garnet hue, ripe blackcurrant and cherry notes leading to a full, velvety palate, and remarkably long finish, the Aurage 2020 promises an unparalleled wine indulgence. Log our website and delve into the world of premium wines with this truly captivating Bordeaux blend.
HK$5,025.00 -
Jancis Robinson (16)
Less obviously seductive but rich and sweet with chalky, dry tannins. Plenty of matière. Follows the house style.HK$4,340.00 -
(1x300cl) 2021Jancis Robinson (16)
Less obviously seductive but rich and sweet with chalky, dry tannins. Plenty of matière. Follows the house style.HK$1,475.00 -
(1x500cl) 2021Jancis Robinson (16)
Less obviously seductive but rich and sweet with chalky, dry tannins. Plenty of matière. Follows the house style.HK$1,810.00 -
HK$13,905.00
