Friday. 29 January. 2010. 9:45 am
Welcome to the Wonderland of Wine.
For neophytes just starting out on their initiation journey into the world of wine, it’s exciting to discover that, like life, there are many different stages to explore from youth to adolescence to maturity.
Seasoned wine lovers of course will know from experience that real wine appreciation takes patience, an education of mind and, of course, the senses. The one downside to this growth can be that the more you to learn to appreciate wine, the more appealing older and more mature wines become…and the younger wines considerably less so. However, the journey itself is a path to discovery, so learn to savour every moment.
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Thursday. 28 January. 2010. 9:41 am
Hong Kong’s first Single Malt Whisky pairing dinner.
The first of its kind in Hong Kong, the Glenlivet Whisky Dinner sees chef Imai Masakazu from Inagiku fine Japanese restaurant at the Four Seasons Hotel present a five-course meal pairing to a variety of vintages from the Glenlivet’s range of Scotch whiskies. Darren Hosie from Glenlivet commented that, with structured, well-balanced dishes, diners will be able to appreciate the range of Glenlivet vintages that complement and enhance each plate.
The menu is only available until Chinese New Year Eve, February 13 so for those looking to book, three days in advance is required.
How much?
- HK$1,200 per person + 10% service charge
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Wednesday. 27 January. 2010. 12:00 pm
Welcome the Year of the Tiger with a Bordeaux gift box from BBR.
The Chinese New Year is always a big cause for celebration in Hong Kong, and many private and public parties will be held all over the city to commemorate the event. As Winebuzz lovers will know, wine is the perfect gift for any occasion so, in honor of this special time, Berry Bros. and Rudd is offering gift boxes designed to please any willing recipient.
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Monday. 25 January. 2010. 11:50 am
A Tuscan affair in Lang Kwai Fong.
Italian Wine Merchants (IWM) has collaborated with Executive chef Mario Carlino at di LUX to design a special dinner pairing menu inspired by Toscana and featuring top wines from Tuscany. This is a one day only event and consists of a five course menu with eight tasting wines.
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Monday. 25 January. 2010. 9:00 am
Sotheby’s hits big numbers in auction sales over the weekend in Hong Kong.
Sotheby’s first wine auction of 2010 at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel on 23 January 2010 fetched a record-breaking HK$52,921,770 or USD 6, 784, 842 – well above expectations. The 10 hour auction saw buyers from Hong Kong, Mainland China and all over Asia bidding for 840 lots. This auction represents Sotheby’s highest total sales for a single day wine sale, with a 100% sell through.
It was interesting to see the trend of online bidders gaining significance, with 66% of the lots sold to online bidders not in attendance. Sotheby’s also reports that top lots were sold to private collectors and connoisseurs from Hong Kong, Mainland China and Taiwan.
Lots that fetched the highest prices were:
- Lot 474 Château Pétrus 2000, 12 bottles which sold for HK$411,400
- Lot 467 Château Pétrus 2005, 12 bottles which sold for HK$387,200
- Lot 506 Château Pétrus 506, 3 mags which sold for hK$363,000
- Lot 81, Château Lafite 1982, 1 imperial, 6 liter bottles achieved sale of HK$363,000
- Lot 153, Château Latour 1961, 1 jero-4.5 liter bottles sold for HK$338,800
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Thursday. 21 January. 2010. 9:23 am
Winemaker Dynasty Fine Wines celebrates its 30th anniversary with a feast.
China’s leading winemaker, Dynasty Fine Wines Group, has a lot to celebrate this year as not only are they ringing in their 30th anniversary but it’s also their 5th year as a listed company. And, to kick off the celebration, they have put together a gastronomical feast at Dynasty Restaurant at the Renaissance Harbour View Hotel, throughout January and February 2010.
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