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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Burgundy | 1 | 19.5 (JR) | HK$170,320.00 | |||||
Jancis Robinson (19.5)Some vines planted in 1940s and others between 1958 and 1963. Extraordinary nose that is hugely intense and then on the palate there’s an array of flowers, red fruits and chestnut. Masses of juice. Strong texture and grainy tannins on the end and enormous power. Depth yet grace. Real refinement. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 19.5 (JR) | HK$45,760.00 | |||||
Jancis Robinson (19.5)Some vines planted in 1940s and others between 1958 and 1963. Extraordinary nose that is hugely intense and then on the palate there’s an array of flowers, red fruits and chestnut. Masses of juice. Strong texture and grainy tannins on the end and enormous power. Depth yet grace. Real refinement. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (WA) | HK$19,310.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (96)The 2014 Musigny Grand Cru is just being released. Wafting from the glass with aromas of rose petals, Egyptian musk, orange rind, peonies, warm spices and red berries, it's full-bodied, velvety and perfumed, with superb concentration, lively acids and fine, powdery tannins that still assert themselves on the long, penetrating and gently chalky finish. This is a brilliant Musigny, but while Mugnier has done some of the work for his clients by aging the wine at the domaine for seven or eight years, it still demands a decade of additional patience. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 96 (WA) | HK$139,420.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (96)The 2014 Musigny Grand Cru is just being released. Wafting from the glass with aromas of rose petals, Egyptian musk, orange rind, peonies, warm spices and red berries, it's full-bodied, velvety and perfumed, with superb concentration, lively acids and fine, powdery tannins that still assert themselves on the long, penetrating and gently chalky finish. This is a brilliant Musigny, but while Mugnier has done some of the work for his clients by aging the wine at the domaine for seven or eight years, it still demands a decade of additional patience. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 97 (VN) | HK$78,545.00 | |||||
Vinous (97)The 2017 Musigny Grand Cru is very intense on the nose but shows complexity and terroir expression, offering stunning delineation and crisp red fruit and undergrowth scents. A touch of wild fennel emerges with time, but everything is perfectly controlled. The palate is finely proportioned, perfectly balanced and very pure, with gentle grip. The old purring Rolls-Royce engine here, though I observed it losing some of its initial flair with aeration. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2017 tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - | HK$9,930.00 | |||||
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Champagne | 1 | 97 (DC) | HK$1,870.00 | |||||
Decanter (97)This compellingly beautiful wine opens with aromas that include a piercing, lemony fruit, salty minerality, chalk, smoke and spice. On the palate, there is a beautiful tension, but also enough substance to give the wine breadth and a lovely, impressive length. It is structured and very crisp, yet still approachable and easy to drink. It was produced from a blend of the lieux-dits Le Cotet and Les Paluets, exclusively fermented in tank. There is immense ageing potential here and you’ll be rewarded for keeping it. |
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Champagne | 1 | 97 (DC) | HK$7,600.00 | |||||
Decanter (97)This compellingly beautiful wine opens with aromas that include a piercing, lemony fruit, salty minerality, chalk, smoke and spice. On the palate, there is a beautiful tension, but also enough substance to give the wine breadth and a lovely, impressive length. It is structured and very crisp, yet still approachable and easy to drink. It was produced from a blend of the lieux-dits Le Cotet and Les Paluets, exclusively fermented in tank. There is immense ageing potential here and you’ll be rewarded for keeping it. |
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Champagne | 1 | - | HK$1,260.00 | |||||
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Delight in the exquisite Jacques Lassaigne Blanc de Blancs Millesime 2014, a symphony of flavour and elegance. This fine champagne hails from Montgueux's 4.7 hectares of Chardonnay hillside vineyards in the Aube department. Renowned vigneron Jacques Lassaigne, dedicated to organic farming and minimal intervention winemaking, meticulously hand-harvests the grapes and opts for natural fermentation in oak barrels for a distinct complexity. The Jacques Lassaigne Blanc de Blancs Millesime 2014 boasts a brilliant gold hue and shares a rhapsody of luscious lemon and apple intertwined with delicate notes of brioche. Its vibrant effervescence and elegant minerality, beneath a halo of refreshing acidity, make for a delicately balanced palate. Honoured in leading wine publications, indulge in the prestigious Jacques Lassaigne Blanc de Blancs Millesime 2014 for an unforgettable sensory voyage. |
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Champagne | 1 | - | HK$1,555.00 | |||||
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Jacques Lassaigne Coteaux Champenois Haut Revers du Chutat 2017 exemplifies the exquisite craftsmanship of this esteemed producer. Sourced from meticulously selected vineyards in the Haut Revers du Chutat appellation, nestled within the Coteaux Champenois region, this vintage showcases a harmonious blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes. Fermented in stainless steel vats to preserve the purity of the fruit, it undergoes an extended ageing process on its lees, enhancing its complexity and depth. The terroir imparts subtle mineral notes, complemented by delicate floral aromas and a refined citrus palate. Jacques Lassaigne, renowned for his dedication to sustainable viticulture, ensures each bottle reflects the unique character of its origin. Perfectly balanced, this 2017 vintage offers a lingering finish, making it an exceptional choice for connoisseurs seeking elegance and sophistication in every sip. |
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Champagne | 5 | 94 (WA) | HK$4,055.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (94)Derived principally from the 2021 vintage vinified in tank and complemented by 28% of the 2020 harvest matured in oak, the latest release of the NV Blanc de Blancs Le Cotet originates from the lower-lying, chalkier sector of the vineyard in front of Lassaigne's winery, where scarcely 15 centimeters of topsoil overlay the bedrock. True to style, it also incorporates approximately 10% of already-bottled Champagnes that have been disgorged and reintegrated into tank. Disgorged à la volée in July 2025, it bursts from the glass with scents of nashi pear, lemon oil and green apple, mingling with pastry nuances and framed by youthful reduction. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, incisive and precise, with a crystalline core of fruit and ample extract, underpinned by mouthwatering acidity and culminating in a long, saline finish. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 87-89 (VN) | HK$4,475.00 | |||||
Vinous (87-89)The 2020 Monthélie Les Champs Fulliot 1er Cru comes from organic purchased fruit. There is touch of a reduction on the nose, touches of cherry liqueur and strawberry, the 30% new oak nicely integrated. The palate is well balanced with supple tannins, slightly lower acidity than some of Parent’s other cuvées with a smooth finish. Will be difficult to resist in its youth. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN) | HK$11,480.00 | |||||
Vinous (90-92)The 2020 Pommard Les Rugiens is 100% whole bunch with 50% new oak, from purchased grapes whereby Anne Parent conducts the picking. It has a ripe black cherry and boysenberry scented bouquet with touches of black pepper and clove. The palate is medium-bodied with a succulent entry, quite fleshy and expressive, but here, I am seeking just a little more precision o the finish, like the Les Epenots. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91-93 (BH) | HK$3,545.00 | |||||
Burghound (91-93)Outstanding. A much more floral-suffused nose speaks of more elegant aromas of various dark berries, anise and discreet earth wisps. The sleek, intense and precise medium weight flavors possess a beguiling mid-palate texture before concluding in a slightly more complex, balanced and sneaky long finish. Champs Pimont always ages well and there is no reason that this shouldn't do so as well. |
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