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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Vinous (94)
Medium red, a bit less saturated than the Combe d'Orveau Ultra. Brooding, highly complex aromas of black cherry, blackberry, tea leaf, game bird and leather. Dense and very intense, with terrific medicinal reserve to the opulent flavors of dark cherry, dark berries and menthol. Can't match the Combe d'Orveau for sheer perfume but this gripping wine shows outstanding finesse of texture for Nuits-Saint-Georges. Very long and very youthful on the back end.HK$56,715.00 -
Vinous (93)
Bright full red. Wonderfully vibrant scents of raspberry, cherry, peppery spices, flowers, licorice and bitter chocolate. Silky, saline and dense, conveying a restrained sweetness and distinct soil complexity to the flavors of dark raspberry and smoky minerals. The wine's richness and depth are perfectly cut by mineral-driven energy. This sharply delineated wine finishes with noble tannins and excellent length.HK$15,210.00 -
Vinous (94-96)
The 2019 Nuit-Saint-Georges La Richemone Vieilles Vignes "Cuvée Ultra" has a very intense bouquet that threatens to overwhelm the sense: black cherries, boysenberry, violet with hints of sage and orange rind. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins that caress the sense, very Vosne-like in style with a satin-textured and very luxurious finish. This will be impossible to resist in its youth so don’t say I didn’t warn you.HK$33,500.00 -
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Wine Advocate (92)
Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting in Beaune, the 2013 Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru Les Beaux Monts has a tightly wound bouquet, dark plum and raspberry fruit, a touch of blackberry, the oak nicely integrated although it is staying inside its shell for the time being. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red cherry and raspberry fruit, the tannins finer than I was anticipating, the acidity well judged as it segues into a backward but focused, quite structured finish. Christophe Perrot-Minot's Beaux Monts has very good potential. Tasted September 2016.HK$11,840.00 -
Vinous (91-93)
The 2017 Vosne-Romanée Les Beaux Monts Vieilles Vignes 1er Cru has a very attractive, expressive bouquet of quite precocious macerated red cherries, kirsch, orange sorbet and hints of crème de cassis, a little showy but irresistible. The silky-smooth palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin, more understated than the aromatics, and the finish is very cohesive and charming. Maybe it would benefit from more length, but it feels very natural and refined at the moment.HK$15,720.00 -
Vinous (93-95)
The 2019 Vosne-Romanée Les Beaux Monts Vieilles Vignes 1er Cru has a clean, precise bouquet with bunches of crushed violet filtered through the black cherry and blueberry fruit. The palate is very elegant on the entry, velvety in texture with a precocious yet controlled finish of blood orange infused dark cherry and cassis fruit. This is very harmonious and will be dangerously seductive in its youth, but it clearly has the substance to last.HK$31,875.00 -
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(6x75cl) 2016HK$9,755.00
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Jeb Dunnuck (93-95)
The Grenache-dominated (90% Grenache and 10% Cinsault) 2019 Ventoux Silica is a beautiful wine that just screams cool-climate Grenache with its more ruby, almost translucent color as well as perfumed red fruits, spicy, floral, and gamey aromatics, more medium-bodied richness, and flawless overall balance. Reminding me of a grand cru Burgundy with its seamless texture as well as outstanding length, it’s going to benefit from 2-3 years of bottle age and drink brilliantly over the following decade.HK$1,700.00 -
Wine Advocate (88)
Always an exuberant, richly fruity wine that shows classic Bordeaux hallmarks, this blend of equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot has plenty of black fruits, truffle, graphite and licorice as well as sweet tannins in a medium-bodied, richly fruity, glycerin-endowed style that makes for a very seductive wine meant to be drunk over the next 7-8 years.HK$2,640.00 -
(12x75cl) 2014Vinous - Antonio Galloni (85-87)
The 2014 Petit Bocq is a pretty, fruit-driven red to drink in its youth, while the flavors are vibrant and focused. Silky tannins add texture to a round, supple finish that only adds to the wine's near-term appeal. Sweet red stone fruit, spice and leather add pretty layers of nuance.HK$2,115.00 -
(24x37.5cl) 2014Vinous - Antonio Galloni (85-87)
The 2014 Petit Bocq is a pretty, fruit-driven red to drink in its youth, while the flavors are vibrant and focused. Silky tannins add texture to a round, supple finish that only adds to the wine's near-term appeal. Sweet red stone fruit, spice and leather add pretty layers of nuance.HK$2,315.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (91)
The 2019 Petit Bocq is a stylish, exuberant Saint-Estèphe to drink now and over the next decade. Plush dark fruit, spice, leather, scorched earth, menthol and chocolate are pushed forward. There is so much to like, starting with the wine's engaging personality.HK$1,920.00 -
(1x600cl) 2020Vinous - Neal Martin (91)
The 2020 Petit Bocq has a fresh and delineated bouquet with blackberry, bilberry and cedar scents that blossom in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins, quite structured with good density, sappy with a well-defined, graphite-tinged finish. This lingers long in the mouth, a superb Petit Bocq that is one of the best recent vintages that I have tasted.HK$1,920.00 -
(12x37.5cl) 2021Vinous - Neal Martin (91-93)
The 2021 Petit Bocq has an attractive bouquet of well-defined, Cabernet-driven black fruit, plus touches of graphite and menthol. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy black fruit, good density and gentle grip, leading to a clean, focused finish. This is a promising and seemingly well-crafted Saint-Estèphe.HK$1,315.00 -
(6x150cl) 2021Vinous - Neal Martin (91-93)
The 2021 Petit Bocq has an attractive bouquet of well-defined, Cabernet-driven black fruit, plus touches of graphite and menthol. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy black fruit, good density and gentle grip, leading to a clean, focused finish. This is a promising and seemingly well-crafted Saint-Estèphe.HK$2,155.00 -
(6x75cl) 2021Vinous - Neal Martin (91-93)
The 2021 Petit Bocq has an attractive bouquet of well-defined, Cabernet-driven black fruit, plus touches of graphite and menthol. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy black fruit, good density and gentle grip, leading to a clean, focused finish. This is a promising and seemingly well-crafted Saint-Estèphe.HK$2,020.00 -
(6x75cl) 2020Unveiling an exquisite blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc grapes, the Clos Cantenac Petit Cantenac 2020 is a distinguished product of Bordeaux’s Right Bank. Handcrafted by Clos Cantenac, a renowned boutique wine producer, each bottle reflects the rich lineage of Saint Emilion terroir with its alluring intensity and elegance. The wine's creation process encompasses meticulous grape-sorting, cold pre-fermentation and ageing in oak barrels for up to 15 months, rendering a captivating expression of fruit and terroir.
Embracing a delectable spectrum of black cherry, ripe plum and intricate hints of spice on the nose, this wine pirouettes on the palate with velvety tannins and a delicately balanced acidity. The Clos Cantenac Petit Cantenac 2020 reaches the apotheosis of refinement, promising an unrivalled sensory experience for those seeking a luxurious indulgent delight.
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(6x75cl) 2022The Petit Cantenac 2022 is a truly sensational expression of sophistication and craft from the vineyards of Bordeaux. This gem hails from the famed Saint-Émilion region, renowned for producing exquisite Merlot-dominant blends. Cultivated and bottled by Domaine de Petit Cantenac, a producer celebrated for their relentless pursuit of perfection and respect for historic winemaking traditions. The Petit Cantenac 2022 remarkably encapsulates the unique terroir of its birthplace, revealing characteristical notes of ripe plum and intense cherry, underpinned by subtle hints of spices and an enduring minerality. Grapes are meticulously hand-harvested and undergo malolactic fermentation in French oak barrels to enhance complexity. The culmination is a wine that's beautifully textured, embodying an opulent palate, fine-grained tannins, and an impressively long finish. Petit Cantenac 2022 is a compelling testament to the grandeur of Bordeaux wines. Revel in the charm of this wine's elegant structure and rich flavour profile.
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(6x75cl) 2019HK$970.00 -
(12x75cl) 2018Vinous - Antonio Galloni (96)
The 2018 Petit Gravet Aîné dazzles right out of the bottle. Franc signatures are front and center in Saint-Émilion that boasts magnificent aromatic presence as well as depth. Rose petal, mocha, kirsch, menthol and sage are some of the many notes that open with some coaxing. A few years in bottle will do wonders for the tannins. Aside from the wine's striking beauty, Petit Gravet Aîné is one of the most unique, distinctive wines in Bordeaux, the sort of wine that remains seared on your memory. In a word: magnificent!HK$3,090.00 -
(12x75cl) 2021Jeb Dunnuck (93)
Coming from vines near Canon La Gaffelière and mostly Cabernet Franc, the 2021 Château Petit Gravet Aîné is legit good and plays with the big boys in the vintage. Red and black fruits, sappy herbs, flowers, and a kiss of background oak all define the aromatics, and it hits the palate with medium-bodied richness as well as beautiful finesse, balance, fine tannins, and a great finish. Give it a few years and it should keep for 15+ years, if not longer.HK$2,730.00 -
(6x75cl) 2021Jeb Dunnuck (93)
Coming from vines near Canon La Gaffelière and mostly Cabernet Franc, the 2021 Château Petit Gravet Aîné is legit good and plays with the big boys in the vintage. Red and black fruits, sappy herbs, flowers, and a kiss of background oak all define the aromatics, and it hits the palate with medium-bodied richness as well as beautiful finesse, balance, fine tannins, and a great finish. Give it a few years and it should keep for 15+ years, if not longer.HK$1,640.00 -
Indulge in the power and finesse of the Soutard Petit Soutard 2016. Delectable complexities emerge from this prestigious Bordeaux, a testament to the meticulous practices of Château Soutard. Distinctly hailing from Saint-Émilion Grand Cru territory, this wine exudes a delightful blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc grapes that have been hand-harvested.
Its crafting is an ode to French viniculture, with careful ageing in French oak barrels to enhance depth, and gravity-flow winemaking preserving the wine's integrity. The Soutard Petit Soutard 2016 offers an invigorating array of aromas, from ripe cherry to subtle spice. Seamless yet captivating, its striking nose merges effortlessly with a rich, full-bodied palate.
Renowned for their commitment to sustainable wine production, Château Soutard draws upon centuries of expertise to create their Petit Soutard 2016. This wine rewards those who appreciate a beautiful balance of power and elegance. Soutard Petit Soutard 2016 reflects a tradition of excellence, captivating palates worldwide.
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)
The 2014 Petit-Figeac is laced with the essence of sweet dark cherry, plum, tobacco, mint, licorice and leather. Pliant, supple and expressive, it is a highly appealing second wine. This is just as impressive in bottle as it was from barrel.HK$6,965.00 -
(6x75cl) 2016Jeb Dunnuck (94)
The 2016 Petit Figeac is a blend of 41% Cabernet Franc, 36% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 23% Merlot that spent 12-15 months in 30% new French oak. It has a real Figeac bouquet of blackcurrants, truffle, flowers, and forest floor. Silky and medium to full-bodied, this brilliant second wine should be snatched up by readers.HK$3,300.00 -
Wine Enthusiast (94)
The second wine of Château Figeac, this reflects the top wine's chiseled structure and firm tannins, rich in black currant and damson fruits. The tannins and vanilla flavors give the wine sweetness, echoed by the generous fruits. Drink from 2025.HK$3,380.00 -
(12x75cl) 2019Decanter (94)
Blackberry notes on the nose, with some herbal perfume touches too that are so appealing. Smooth and softly textured, with chalky nuances and grippy black cherry, strawberry and blackcurrant leaf aspects giving structure and body. Succulent and juicy with mouthwatering freshness. Great vibrancy and drive with life. Super approachable with the same vein of refinement and charm that Figeac does so well.HK$5,925.00
