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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Embark on a burgeoning journey of the senses with the Alain Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Chaignots 2016. Grown and bottled in the heart of Burgundy's illustrious Nuits-Saint-Georges region, where the limestone-rich soils lend a singular invigorating mineral edge, this principal cru is a true exemplar of the region's famed Pinot Noir varietal. Crafted by the adept winemakers of Alain Michelot, a family estate with a dedication towards sustaining the grandeur and finesse of tradition, each bottle immaculately expresses the full-bodied richness of the terrain. This 2016 vintage shines in the glass with a deep ruby hue, revealing layered aromas of black fruits and forest floor. On the palate, an intricate dance of ripe berries, smoky undertones and spicy nuances unfold in an elegant, savoury finish. Revered by connoisseurs, the Alain Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Chaignots 2016 offers an indulgence in Burgundy's enviable viticultural heritage.
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Proudly presenting the illustrious Alain Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Vaucrains 2015. A newly crowned gem in the heart of Burgundy, it's the handiwork of Alain Michelot; a custodian of centuries-old vineyards spanning eight hectares in Nuits-Saint-Georges. This meticulously crafted Pinot Noir boasts a seamless meld of tradition and modernity, nurtured in French oak barrels for an enchanting blend of sophistication and quality.
The craftsmanship unfolds in a profound, velvet palate layered with ripe cherries, wild strawberries, distinct hints of earth, truffles and a firm tannic structure that promises excellent ageing potential. Anchoring a subtle hint of minerality, the terroir distinctly shines through each sip. It's a testament to the commune's world-renowned reputation to produce quality red wine with a delicate, yet densely fruity character.
The Alain Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Vaucrains 2015 illuminates expertise and artistry, promising an unforgettable dance of flavours and fragrances for every discerning palate.
HK$8,370.00 -
Behold the captivating Alain Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Vaucrains 2018, a pure reflection of Burgundy's unparalleled terroir. Crafted meticulously in the esteemed Nuits-Saint-Georges region by Alain Michelot, this wine melds traditional and modern winemaking methods effortlessly. Aged gracefully in new oak barrels, this vintage captures the essence of the illustrious Pinot Noir, presenting a harmonious blend of intense fruitiness and velvety tannins.
The rich, complex palate reveals layers of dark cherries and wild berries, overlaid with nuanced hints of spice, leather and earth - a testament to the Vaucrains' characteristic stoniness. Prized by connoisseurs for its remarkable consistency, Michelot's wine is a manifestation of his four decades of finesse in viticulture.
A feast for senses, the Alain Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Vaucrains 2018, is a precious addition to any fine wine collection, encapsulating the elegance and robust character of French wines in each pour.
HK$3,075.00 -
(6x75cl) 2020Revel in the exquisite taste of the Alain Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Vaucrains 2020. This highly esteemed French Burgundy is a product of decades-old vines growing in the globally recognised Nuits-Saint-Georges region. Skilfully cultivated by Alain Michelot, a leading name in viticulture, this ruby-coloured ambrosia embodies deep, complex flavours. The hand-harvested bunches are meticulously sorted, following traditional winemaking processes, resulting in a sophisticated blend of red and black fruit accentuated with earthy undertones. The complex bouquet is pleasingly harmonious, the palate lavishly layered, and the finish, serenely lingering. Alain Michelot's commitment to minimal intervention in the winery allows the terroir to express itself authentically, and the use of French oak barrels further lends an enticing array of earthy undertones to this fine wine. Savour a glass of Alain Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Vaucrains 2020 and admire its sublime balance and elegant complexity.
HK$4,315.00 -
(12x75cl) 2013The Alain Michelot Nuits Saint Georges Champs Perdrix 2013 is a sterling representative of Old World sophistication. This impeccable Burgundy red comes from the esteemed Alain Michelot winery, located in Nuits-Saint-Georges, the heart of France's renowned Côte de Nuits region. Cultivated from the famed Champs Perdrix vineyard, a terrain known for its limestone-rich soil, the grape varieties of this blend express an elegant terroir-driven character.
Enveloping the palate are alluring notes of ripe red fruit, coupled with intricate undertones of earthiness and spices. Aged judiciously in French oak barrels, the wine showcases a beautiful balance of tannins and persistent length, ensuring a memorable finish.
Heralded producer Alain Michelot has nurtured his legacy over several decades, crafting wines that reflect authenticity and tradition, and this 2013 vintage is a testament to that heritage. The Alain Michelot Nuits Saint Georges Champs Perdrix 2013 truly embodies the sublime charm of Burgundian winemaking.
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(3x75cl) 2019Hailing from the illustrious winemaking region of Bourgogne, France, the Alain Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges Vv 2019 is a stellar expression of Pinot Noir. This graceful red is created by Alain Michelot, a renowned winemaker celebrated for his intuitive crafting of robust, age-worthy wines. The 2019 vintage is a poised blend of tradition and innovation. Hand-harvested from vines with an average age of 70 years, it undergoes fermentation in stainless steel before ageing in oak barrels. The result is a wine of exceptional character, featuring a complex bouquet of ripe red berries, with undercurrents of spice and savoury earthiness. On the palate, this Alain Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges Vv 2019 unfolds with silky tannins, harmonious acidity, and a long, captivating finish. A flawless embodiment of its terroir, it offers enthusiasts a remarkable expérience, whether savoured now or cellared for future enjoyment.
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(6x75cl) 2020Dive into the exquisite realm of Burgundy with Alain Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges Vv 2020 — an exquisite French Pinot Noir. Precisely crafted in the legendary terroirs of Nuit-Saint-Georges, nestled under the watchful care of seasoned winemaker, Alain Michelot. The grapes are meticulously handpicked from old vines, venerated for their exceptional concentration.
The wine exhibits a rich, dark ruby hue, indicating its superior age and quality. It unfurls a symphony of sensual aromas, interlacing ripe blackberries, earthy undertones, and faint echoes of spice. A sweep of balanced tannins, graceful acidity and prolonged finish, amplifies the complex palate.
Adhering to time-honoured Burgundy traditions, Alain Michelot Nuits-Saint-Georges Vv 2020 is aged in oak casks, under perfect conditions, to ensure a refined maturation. It personifies the savoir-faire of Alain Michelot, coupled with an illustrious heritage that dates back several centuries.
Lauded globally, this alluring red epitomises the French verb 'déguster', offering a veritable feast for true wine enthusiasts.
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(6x75cl) 2015Vinous (92)
Brilliant violet. A complex bouquet evokes ripe black and blue fruits and floral pastilles, along with licorice, cracked pepper and olive accents. Fleshy and energetic in the mouth, offering intense boysenberry, bitter cherry and spicecake flavors supported by a spine of zesty acidity. Rich yet surprisingly lively in style. Finishes gently sweet and very long, revealing slow-building tannins and a late jolt of cracked pepper.HK$2,880.00 -
(12x75cl) 2016Vinous (93)
Brilliant purple. Fresh black currant and cherry aromas are complicated by suggestions of cracked pepper, smoky bacon, olive and succulent flowers. Supple, appealingly sweet black and blue fruit flavors show very good depth and turn livelier with air. A bright mineral element adds lift and vibrant cut to the long, floral-dominated and youthfully tannic finish, which leaves a hint of candied violet behind.HK$4,770.00 -
(6x75cl) 2016Vinous (93)
Brilliant purple. Fresh black currant and cherry aromas are complicated by suggestions of cracked pepper, smoky bacon, olive and succulent flowers. Supple, appealingly sweet black and blue fruit flavors show very good depth and turn livelier with air. A bright mineral element adds lift and vibrant cut to the long, floral-dominated and youthfully tannic finish, which leaves a hint of candied violet behind.HK$2,415.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (93)
Made by Emmanuelle Verset and coming from a mix of Mazard, Champelrose, La Côte, Les Côtes, and Reynard, the 2021 Cornas was not destemmed and spent 15 months in a mix of used barrels and larger vessels. Coming from a cooler year, it has a semi-opaque ruby hue as well as a classic perfume of juicy darker berries, peppery herbs, underbrush, violets, and assorted floral nuances. All about finesse and elegance on the palate, it's medium-bodied, has supple, refined tannins, beautiful overall balance, and outstanding length. I wasn't able to taste this estate during my trip through the Rhône but was able to source a bottle (magnum no less) stateside. This impeccably made Cornas will evolve for 15+ years if well stored.HK$4,000.00 -
Discover the exceptional Alain Verset Cornas 2022, a quintessential expression of the Northern Rhône's distinguished Cornas appellation. Crafted meticulously from 100% Syrah grapes, this vintage hails from Alain Verset's esteemed vineyards, renowned for their granite-rich soils and optimal sun exposure. Hand-harvested and gently pressed, the grapes undergo a careful fermentation process in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, preserving the wine’s vibrant fruit character. The Cornas 2022 is then aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, imparting subtle tannins and complex flavours without overshadowing the varietal’s innate elegance. On the palate, it reveals lush notes of blackberry, black pepper, and a hint of smoky spice, culminating in a long, refined finish. Ideal for connoisseurs seeking depth and sophistication, Alain Verset Cornas 2022 embodies the passion and expertise of a master winemaker committed to excellence.
HK$3,560.00 -
(6x75cl) 2022Alain Voegeli Gevrey Chambertin 2022 is a distinguished expression from the renowned Gevrey-Chambertin appellation in Burgundy. Meticulously crafted by celebrated winemaker Alain Voegeli, this Pinot Noir showcases the vineyard's exceptional terroir. Hand-harvested grapes from premier parcels undergo a precise vinification process, including gentle destemming and fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve the wine’s purity and finesse. The wine is aged for twelve months in French oak barrels, contributing subtle complexity and structure without overpowering the delicate fruit characteristics. The 2022 vintage reflects Alain Voegeli's dedication to sustainability and traditional Burgundian practices, resulting in a harmonious balance of elegance and depth. Ideal for pairing with refined cuisine, Alain Voegeli Gevrey Chambertin 2022 exemplifies the pinnacle of fine Burgundy winemaking.
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Vinous (92)
Opaque ruby. Vibrant and sharply focused on the nose, displaying intense dark berry and floral scents complicated by suggestions of olive, pungent flowers and smoky minerals. Juicy, concentrated and gently sweet, offering sappy cherry and black currant flavors that become more lively and spicy with air. Shows excellent power and spicy thrust on an impressively long, youthfully tannic finish, leaving notes of dark berry liqueur and allspice behind.HK$6,165.00 -
Vinous (93)
(no new oak) Opaque ruby. Ripe dark berries, cherry cola, olive and candied flowers on the highly perfumed nose; a smoky element adds complexity. Energetic blackberry, bitter cherry and spicecake flavors show excellent clarity, and a hint of licorice gains strength with air. The floral-accented finish shows impressive clarity, and supple tannins fold quickly into the intense dark fruit.HK$910.00 -
Vinous (93)
Lurid ruby. Aromas of ripe dark berries and pungent flowers are lifted by intense mineral and peppery spice flourishes. Spicy and focused on the palate, offering intense blackberry and violet pastille flavors and salty olive and violet nuances. Puts on weight with air while maintaining vivacity. Finishes bright, smooth and impressively long, displaying excellent clarity, harmonious tannins and building spiciness.HK$870.00 -
Decanter (95)
This smells liked the baked slopes of Cornas; sun-warmed pine needles and dusty herbs, with a dab of tarry black fruit within. It has that raw, blood and iron Cornas character, backed by some slightly earthy, resinous scents. Full-bodied, it has a lovely freshness on the palate. It's mineral and tannic, bristling and writhing, with significant but not oversized savoury tannins on the finish. A good pick this year, especially as it will be good in its youth but also age well.HK$4,980.00 -
Decanter (95)
This smells liked the baked slopes of Cornas; sun-warmed pine needles and dusty herbs, with a dab of tarry black fruit within. It has that raw, blood and iron Cornas character, backed by some slightly earthy, resinous scents. Full-bodied, it has a lovely freshness on the palate. It's mineral and tannic, bristling and writhing, with significant but not oversized savoury tannins on the finish. A good pick this year, especially as it will be good in its youth but also age well.HK$785.00 -
Vinous (93)
Glass-staining ruby. Mineral-accented cherry and dark berry scents, along with hints of smoked meat, violet and cracked pepper. Broad, fleshy cassis and bitter cherry flavors show very good depth and take on a smoky nuance on the back half. In an ample but lively style, with solid floral thrust and smooth tannins that frame the persistent finish.HK$7,250.00 -
Vinous (94)
Bright purple. Smoke- and spice-accented aromas of ripe dark berries, licorice and pungent flowers pick up a floral nuance as the wine opens up. Plush cassis and blackberry flavors are braced by a spine of juicy acidity, and a cracked pepper flourish adds spicy cut to the back half. Becomes sweeter with air and features a hint of cola on the long, smoky finish, which features harmonious tannins and lingering florality.HK$4,475.00 -
(3x150cl) 2020Vinous (94)
Deep, brilliant ruby. Vibrant, smoke-accented dark berries, candied flowers, licorice and olive are showcased on the perfumed nose. Sappy, penetrating and chewy in the mouth, offering gently sweet blackberry, cherry-cola and baking spice flavors that show sharp definition and mineral lift. Expressive and lively in style, with polished tannins building steadily on a very long, floral-accented finish. Roughly 20% whole clusters.HK$2,070.00 -
(6x75cl) 2020Vinous (94)
Deep, brilliant ruby. Vibrant, smoke-accented dark berries, candied flowers, licorice and olive are showcased on the perfumed nose. Sappy, penetrating and chewy in the mouth, offering gently sweet blackberry, cherry-cola and baking spice flavors that show sharp definition and mineral lift. Expressive and lively in style, with polished tannins building steadily on a very long, floral-accented finish. Roughly 20% whole clusters.HK$2,125.00 -
Wine Advocate (97)
More ripe and exuberant than the '10, the hedonistic-styled 2009 Cornas Vieilles Fontaines offers tons of incense, flowers, black raspberries, toasted spices and violet-like aromas and flavors. Full-bodied, layered and downright sexy, it still has plenty of class and firms up beautifully on the finish. It's hard to resist now given all its fruit and texture, but there's enough tannin here to warrant 4-5 years of bottle age.HK$1,185.00 -
Wine Advocate (100)
Even better than the 2012 - and one of the greatest Cornas I've ever tasted - the 2010 Cornas Vieilles Fontaines comes from a tiny plot of old vines and granite soils named after the fountain located near the vines. Sensationally concentrated, powerful, backward and tasting like the essence of these steep granite slopes, it gives up loads of cassis, freshly crushed rock, wood smoke, black raspberry and roasted meats.This full-bodied beauty is as profound as they come, yet needs 4-5 years of cellaring and will keep for 20-30 years. Robert Parker rated this beauty 100 points on release and I can only agree with him. Hats off to Alain Voge and winemaker Albert Mazoyer.HK$2,345.00 -
Wine Advocate (97)
I was thrilled to see the 2012 Cornas Vieilles Fontaines still showing so well as I was blown away by it last year. A sensational effort and one of the top wines in the vintage, it offers beautiful black raspberry and cassis notes to go with ample chocolate, violets, licorice and hints of minerality. Big, full-bodied, sexy and voluptuously textured, with awesome purity of fruit, it will seem more classic Cornas with short-term cellaring and have 20+ years of overall longevity.HK$1,340.00 -
(1x75cl) 2015Wine Advocate (96)
Only produced in top vintages (this is the first since 2012), the 2015 Cornas Vieilles Fontaines comes from 80-year-old vines within the La Fontaine lieu-dit. It's a tough wine to evaluate at this stage, as it's quite closed and reticent on the nose, showing some crushed-stone notes and typical granite-based austerity, but on the palate it shows great purity of fruit and vigor. It's full-bodied but tight-laced, focused on driving through the long finish like a thoroughbred down the stretch. Give it at least 5 years in the cellar.HK$1,355.00 -
Wine Advocate (96)
Only produced in top vintages (this is the first since 2012), the 2015 Cornas Vieilles Fontaines comes from 80-year-old vines within the La Fontaine lieu-dit. It's a tough wine to evaluate at this stage, as it's quite closed and reticent on the nose, showing some crushed-stone notes and typical granite-based austerity, but on the palate it shows great purity of fruit and vigor. It's full-bodied but tight-laced, focused on driving through the long finish like a thoroughbred down the stretch. Give it at least 5 years in the cellar.HK$6,840.00 -
HK$940.00
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Vinous (96)
Opaque ruby. Powerful, spice- and mineral-accented black and blue fruit preserve scents show superb focus and pick up smoked meat, olive and potpourri nuances with air. Sappy, deeply concentrated and energetic as well, offering juicy, spice-driven cassis, blueberry, bitter cherry and floral pastille flavors that are firmed by a core of smoky minerality. Blends power and finesse with a sure hand and finishes extremely long and minerally, with steadily building tannins and resonating blue fruit and floral notes. Made with one-third whole clusters.HK$1,395.00
