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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Rhone | 2 | 95 (VN) | HK$2,240.00 | |||||
Vinous (95)Deep magenta. A deeply perfumed bouquet evokes ripe red and blue fruits, incense and licorice; a floral nuance builds as the wine opens up. Sweet, concentrated raspberry, boysenberry, candied lavender and Moroccan spice flavors become livelier as the wine stretches out. It displays sharp definition and an emphatic, spicy cut on an impressively long, floral-driven finish shaped by supple, well-judged tannins. |
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Rhone | 1 | - | HK$4,045.00 | |||||
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Rhone | 1 | 94-97 (JD) | HK$2,355.00 | |||||
Jeb Dunnuck (94-97)Lastly, the 2015 Gigondas Hautes Garrigues (60/40 Grenache and Mourvèdre) is a beauty boasting killer notes of dark fruits, crushed rocks, pepper, garrigue and scorched earth. This seriously good 2015 has building richness, a stacked mid-palate and a huge finish, all suggesting short-term cellaring will be your friend. It will keep for two decades of more. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95-97 (WA) | HK$2,440.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (95-97)A blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Mourvèdre, the 2017 Gigondas Les Hautes Garrigues is less aromatic than it was last year, folding in darker notes of black cherries and chocolate. Yet it's still wonderfully full and textured, with a plush, velvety feel and a long finish. It seems to grow in aroma and flavor the longer it's in the glass, always a good sign. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (WE) | HK$3,580.00 | |||||
Wine Enthusiast (95)94-96 A solid, chunky wine. It has powerful dry tannins, although they are never dominant, leaving the sweet fruit to shine. Blackberry flavors and the dark core are becoming well integrated. |
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Bordeaux | 6 | 90-91 (JS) | HK$1,670.00 | |||||
James Suckling (90-91)A medium-bodied red with blackberry and plum character, fine tannins and a fresh finish. Second wine of Gruaud-Larose. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 88-90 (VN (AG)) | HK$2,430.00 | |||||
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (88-90)The 2017 Sarget de Gruaud Larose is a pretty second wine built on floral aromatics and silky red/purplish berry fruit. Given its mid-weight structure, I would prefer to drink the Sarget on the early side. |
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Bordeaux | 10 | 91-92 (JS) | HK$2,860.00 | |||||
James Suckling (91-92)A juicy and fresh red with dark berries and hints of chocolate. Medium to full body, firm and juicy tannins and a flavorful finish. Delicious already. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 91-92 (JS) | HK$2,640.00 | |||||
James Suckling (91-92)A juicy and fresh red with dark berries and hints of chocolate. Medium to full body, firm and juicy tannins and a flavorful finish. Delicious already. |
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Bordeaux | 5 | 88 (VN (AG)) | HK$1,225.00 | |||||
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (88)The 2019 Sarget de Gruaud Larose is a tasty second wine. Dark red/purplish fruit, spice, rose petal, cedar and tobacco all open in the glass. The 2019 shows good density, with firm, muscular tannins that wrap around the finish. Although a bit rustic, the Sarget has good depth and plenty of character. |
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Bordeaux | 10 | 88 (VN (AG)) | HK$2,505.00 | |||||
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (88)The 2019 Sarget de Gruaud Larose is a tasty second wine. Dark red/purplish fruit, spice, rose petal, cedar and tobacco all open in the glass. The 2019 shows good density, with firm, muscular tannins that wrap around the finish. Although a bit rustic, the Sarget has good depth and plenty of character. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 88 (VN (AG)) | HK$2,640.00 | |||||
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (88)The 2019 Sarget de Gruaud Larose is a tasty second wine. Dark red/purplish fruit, spice, rose petal, cedar and tobacco all open in the glass. The 2019 shows good density, with firm, muscular tannins that wrap around the finish. Although a bit rustic, the Sarget has good depth and plenty of character. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 90-92+ (TDB) | HK$2,650.00 | |||||
The Drinks Business (90-92+)Sarget de Gruaud Larose (St Julien; 52% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc and 6% Petit Verdot; tasted, hastily, at the property with Arnaud Frédéric). Like Le Petit Lion, this is a very fine genuine second wine in a vintage in which they are few and far between. Pure, precise, crunchy cassis fruit on the nose and, again, on the palate. This is impressively constructed for a second wine in a difficult vintage. The quality of the tannin management is particularly notable, imparting a lovely svelte texture despite the not inconsiderable density. Brilliantly fresh and nicely balanced on the finish. Bravo |
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Bordeaux | 8 | 90-92+ (TDB) | HK$1,205.00 | |||||
The Drinks Business (90-92+)Sarget de Gruaud Larose (St Julien; 52% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc and 6% Petit Verdot; tasted, hastily, at the property with Arnaud Frédéric). Like Le Petit Lion, this is a very fine genuine second wine in a vintage in which they are few and far between. Pure, precise, crunchy cassis fruit on the nose and, again, on the palate. This is impressively constructed for a second wine in a difficult vintage. The quality of the tannin management is particularly notable, imparting a lovely svelte texture despite the not inconsiderable density. Brilliantly fresh and nicely balanced on the finish. Bravo |
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Burgundy | 10 | - | HK$1,700.00 | |||||
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Discover the elegance of SAS Rouget Pere & Fils Cremant de Bourgogne NV, a distinguished sparkling wine from the heart of Burgundy. Crafted using the traditional méthode champenoise, this Cremant exemplifies the meticulous artistry of the Rouget family, whose legacy spans generations. Harvested from premier vineyards in the Côte d'Or, hand-selected Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes undergo a stringent pressing process to ensure purity and finesse. The secondary fermentation occurs in the bottle, imparting refined bubbles and a persistent mousse. A minimum of 12 months aging on lees enhances its complexity, revealing delicate notes of green apple, brioche, and subtle minerality. Produced without the addition of dosage, this non-vintage Cremant showcases the terroir's true character, offering a harmonious balance of freshness and depth. Ideal for celebratory occasions or as a sophisticated aperitif, SAS Rouget Pere & Fils Cremant de Bourgogne NV is a testament to exceptional Burgundy craftsmanship. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$950.00 | |||||
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Saumaize Michelin Pouilly Fuisse Clos Roche 2021 epitomises the elegance and precision of Burgundy’s esteemed Pouilly-Fuissé appellation. Crafted exclusively from hand-harvested Chardonnay grapes grown in the prestigious Clos Roche vineyard, this vintage benefits from the unique limestone-rich terroir that imparts its distinctive minerality. Under the expert stewardship of the Saumaize Michelin family, renowned for their commitment to biodynamic viticulture, the grapes undergo meticulous vinification in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, followed by a subtle ageing process in French oak barrels. The 2021 vintage reveals a luminous golden hue, offering an aromatic palette of ripe pear, white peach, and delicate citrus blossoms, underpinned by a hint of flint. On the palate, it delivers a harmonious balance of richness and finesse, with a vibrant acidity and a lingering, mineral-driven finish. Saumaize Michelin Pouilly Fuisse Clos Roche 2021 is a testament to exceptional craftsmanship, ideal for discerning enthusiasts seeking a refined expression of Burgundy’s finest Chardonnay. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (VN) | HK$3,600.00 | |||||
Vinous (93)The 2020 Pouilly-Fuissé Les Courtelongs 1er Cru, which comes from north-orientated vines on red limestone soils, is very harmonious on the nose, perhaps more understated than other cuvées from Saumaize-Michelin. The palate is very well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, very saline in the mouth, hints of bitter lemon and a dab of spice, very persistent on the finish. An intellectual (as well as quite delicious) Pouilly-Fuissé in the making. |
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Saumaize Michelin Saint Veran
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2023
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Burgundy | 1 | 89-92 (BH) | HK$3,000.00 | |||||
Burghound (89-92)An intricately layered nose freely offers up its combination of ripe white and yellow orchard fruit, especially peach, and less floral but spicier aromas. The rich, textured and vibrant flavors possess very fine mid-palate density that brims with dry extract on the sappy finish that is supported by lemon-tinged acidity. This is a big and powerful St. Véran that isn't elegant but offers much to like. 2024+ Sweet Spot Outstanding |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - | HK$48,745.00 | |||||
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Indulge in the elegance of Saute-Loup 2009, a distinguished offering originating from the prestigious vineyards of Rhone Valley, France. This exceptional wine, produced by the revered Saute-Loup estate, encapsulates the compelling character of the cherished 2009 vintage. This exquisitely crafted wine exudes a voluptuous bouquet of dark fruits, underpinned by hints of savoury spice and a delightful mineral edge. The Saute-Loup 2009 undergoes meticulous vinification in vats, ensuring the robust flavours soften harmoniously over time, delivering an immensely approachable palate. Aged in oak barrels, this wine's deep complexity and vibrant tannins are caressed into a lovely balance. The Saute-Loup 2009 possesses an impressive ageing potential, promising a treasure for years to come. Unveil an experience of unique grandeur with this wine, skillfully made from a blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvedre; each sip is a testimony to the fine winemaking tradition of Saute-Loup. |
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