Come and join us for a guided tasting designed to increase the pleasure we get from Argentinean wines!

We will explore its regions, taste excellent examples and learn about the characteristics that makes each wines so different and so special.

 

 

Saturday, 23 January 2010 @ 14h00

We will taste:

White:
08 Callia Alta Chardonnay Torrontes 2007
06 Callia Magna Viognier 2006

Red:
07 Callia Magna Malbec Merlot 2006
07 Callia Magna Shiraz2008
08 Callia Signos Shiraz 2006
06 Callia Grand Shiraz Malbec Tannat Merlot 2006

The session will be held from 14h00 to 16h00 and tuition is HKD 480 per person (group size is limited to 20 persons for maximum interaction)

Please book directly with the organisers "Vins de France" at:

email: vdfclub@vinsdefrance.com.hk
telephone: +852 2803 5760

Looking forward to meet you there!!

Cheers!

JC

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Come and join us for a series of guided tastings designed to increase the pleasure we get from italian wines.

In each, we will explore a different region, taste its best examples and learn about its geography, climate, key grape varieties and the characteristics that makes each wines so different and so special.

Each session can be taken on its own but, throughout the whole series, participants will see themselves learning about the key concepts that influence wine quality and taste.

26 January (19h00-21h00) - A TOUR OF ITALY
A comprehensive overview of Italy's main wine regions, grapes & appellations.

02 February (19h00 - 21h00) - UNIQUE WINE MAKING STYLES
We explore key wine making techniques that produce very special wines unique to Italy.

23 February (19h00 - 21h00) - DISCOVER DRY & SWEET WHITE WINES
We deepen our knowledge by focusing on the best sweet & white wines appellations of Italy.

02 March (19h00 - 21h00) - KEYS TO RED WINES
We taste and discuss the key characteristics of Italian Red wines.

23 March (19h00 - 21h00) - MATCH FOOD & WINES
We explore the key concepts of food & wine matching and taste very unique examples of Italian whites, reds, and sweet.

In each, we will taste 6 different wines (30 over the whole series) to fully explore and demystify the very special wine producing country that is Italy.

Completion of any level; Discovery, Amateur or Connoisseur will result in the attainment of a certificate of recognition:

- Discovery Level – Single class: $650
- Amateur Level – Any 3 classes: $1,750
- Connoisseur Level – All 5 classes: $2,750

Group size for each session is limited to 12 participants for maximum interaction.

Please book directly with Ms. Amanda Parker at The Fine Wine Center (Shop 306, 3/F The Lee Gardens, 33 Hysan Ave, Causeway Bay):

Tel: 2110 1680 Fax: 2114 0996
E-mail: amanda.parker@bbr.com.hk

 

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Come and join us for a guided tasting designed to increase the pleasure we get from Rhône Valley wines!

We will explore its regions, taste excellent examples and learn about the characteristics that makes each wines so different and so special.

Saturday, 09 January 2010 @ 14h00

We Will taste:

White:
- 2006 Cave De Tain VDP Marsanne
- 2008 Cave De Tain Saint Peray Fleur de Roc
- 2003 Cave De Tain Hermitage

Red:
- 2006 Cave De Tain St-Joseph Esprit De Granite
- 2004 Cave De Tain Crozes Hermitage
- 2006 Domaine De Saint Paul Chateauneuf Du Pape

The session will be held from 14h00 to 16h00 and fee is HKD 480 per person (class size is limited to 20 persons, so please hurry to book!).

Please book directly with the organisers "Vins de France" at:

email: vdfclub@vinsdefrance.com.hk
telephone: +852 2803 5760

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Come and join us for a series of classes designed to increase the pleasure we get from wine.

In each, we will explore a different wine region, taste various of its best examples and learn about its geography, climate, key grape varieties and the various characteristics that makes each wines so different and so special.

Each class can be taken on its own but throughout the whole series, participants will see themselves learning about the key concepts that influence wine quality and taste:

 

28 November 2009 - Languedoc Roussillon & Wine Tasting Techniques

12 December 2009 - Australia & The Influence of Oak

09 January 2010 - Rhone Valley & The Difference Between Old & New World Wines

23 January 2010 - Argentina & The Effect of Altitude on Flavours

06 February 2010 - Bordeaux & The Effect of Vintage Variation

27 February 2010 - Chile & Organic Wine Making

Sessions will be held in the afternoon (14h00 to 16h00) and tuition is HKD 480 per person per session (class size is limited to 20 persons).

Please book directly with the organisers Vins de France at:

email:  vdfclub@vinsdefrance.com.hk

telephone: +852 2803 5760

Looking forward to meet you there!!

Cheers!

JC

 

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Come join us Monday 25 May for an evening in which we will explore the Bordeaux region and its various wines.

During our discussion, we will discover the different styles made in Bordeaux as well that many wines are actually affordable and do not need years and years of cellaring before we can enjoy them.

We will taste and learn from:

Ginestet Reserve Bordeaux Blanc
Ch. Haut Mayne, Graves White
Ch.Timberlay Bordeaux Rouge Superieur
Ch.Côte de Rol, Saint Emilion Grand Cru
Ch. Larose Trintaudon 2002
Mascaron Sauternes

See you at an eye-opening tasting!

J.C.


This event is supported by ASC Fine Wines, Zest, GrandePassione.Com


Please RSVP to events@grandepassione.com as places are limited.

The Bordeaux Wine Region For Hong Kong Wine Lovers

Date: Monday, 25 May 2009 from 19h30 to 21h30
Where: ZEST, 57 Wyndham st., Central, Hong Kong
Price: HKD150 – includes 6 x wines & canapés

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Come join us next Monday for an evening in which we will review the principles of food & wine pairing .

Each of our 3 courses will be paired with 2 wines so that we can experiment at first bite the keys to the perfect match.

On the menu:

Hickory smoked beef carpaccio with truffle mayonnaise
-La Solatia Chardonnay IGT
-Stag’s Leap Estate Arcadia Chardonnay

Wagyu beef, potato pave, glazed carrots, chocolate and chili red wine sauce
-Stonier Pinot Noir
-Marques de Riscal Rioja Reserva

Saffron panna-cotta with roasted figs
-Fonseca Premium Reserve Bin 27
-Mascaron Sauternes

Communal tables will be set so that you can come by yourself.

See you at a very delicious night out!

This event is supported by ASC Fine Wines, Zest, GrandePassione.Com


Please RSVP to events@grandepassione.com as places are limited.

Wine Pairing For Hong Kong Wine Lovers

Date: Monday, 18 May 2009 from 19h30 to 21h30
Where: ZEST, 57 Wyndham st., Central, Hong Kong
Price: HKD398 – includes 3-course dinner & 6 x wines

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our Facebook group has grown since my last post on this project.  now that we are almost 1400, we are formally launching with a private wine tasting on 27 april.

come and join the rest of the group from 19h30 to 21h00 at zest on wyndham street for a tasting that will include 6 different wines and canapés so that we can meet and talk wine….

that night, we will also launch a series of weekly wine events to be held at zest every monday, come find out more...

hong kong wine lovers private wine tasting

date: monday, 27 April 2009 from 19h30 to 21h00
where: zest, 57 wyndham st., central, hong kong
price: hkd 125 – includes 6 x wines, canapés, & 1 x tasting glass


this event is sponsored by asc fine wines, zest, and grandepassione.com

Published by jc on April 15, 2009

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