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Riedel x Madam Sixty Ate’s Degustation Menu with a Twist

New wine pairing menu at Wanchai’s hottest restaurant.

Wine lovers are familiar with the brand Riedel.  A glass company established since 1756, Riedel has been a pioneer in the creation of the perfect vessel to wine appreciation, and is synonymous with world of fine wines.

Collaborating with Madame Sixty Ate, Riedel has extended their knowledge of the nose to the test.  Along with Chef Shaun Anthony, the five course Flavour degustation dinner will be presented as a magical journey with the goal of enhancing your dining experience through the senses of aroma and taste.

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Weekly Varietal: Sauternes

The Queen Mother of wine.

One of the true royal family of the wine world. Although Sauternes would definitely be more like the Queen Mother. Sweet, aged and a little bit past its ‘prime’, Sauternes white wine is characterised by having ‘noble rot’. You might assume that rot in a wine is a bad thing, but in this case getting rot in the grapes is completely desirable, in fact it is intentional.

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Great Wines of Bordeaux Grand Tasting Event on 29 May

Discover the finest ready-to-drink Bordeaux.

Hong Kong Tatler and James Suckling presents an exclusive selection from great Bordeaux wines at the Great Wines of Bordeaux. Come discover Bordeaux’s finest read-to-drink vintages at this event where you can taste over 130 selected Bordeaux wines and meet the region’s top wine makers and château owners.

Tickets are on sale now online.

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Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa Launches Wine Journey Series

The hotel’s Wine Concierge Service offers vintage rides to prestigious châteaux, among experiences.

Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa is a luxury hotel situated in the heart of Bordeaux’s historic district, also known as the Golden Triangle neighbourhood. Their Wine Concierge Service has recently launched its Wine Journey Series, providing guests access to Bordeaux’s prestigious châteaux and the finest grand cru wineries in the city.

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Indigenous Greek Varieties Wine Tasting – May 2

Taste and learn about Greece’s indigenous varieties.

Ever heard of Assyrtiko, Malagousia and Xinomavro? They might sound more like characters from an Ancient Greek text, but these are actually three of the 200 indigenous grape varieties in Greece. On May 2^nd there is a unique opportunity to learn about Greece’s rich wine history and unusual varieties in a tasting event.  The tasting is organized by  OliveTreeHK.com and will be held at the Hong Kong Country Club.

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