Provence's pioneering wine producer Domaines Ott* has officially obtained France's organic growing certification after successfully completing a hereculous task of converting close to 300 hectares of vineyards into organic production. Read More
Hong Kong
The 14th HKTDC Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair (Special Edition) ended on January 11 after a two-day run at a much smaller scale and less fanfare, as Hong Kong struggles to attract visitors despite loosened Covid rules. Read More
If you're looking for the ultimate wine experience or a few bottle to lubricate the dinner conversations over the upcoming Chinese New Year, be sure to check out these Trophy winners from HK IWSC. Read More
CK Life Sciences, the biotechnology arm of Hong Kong’s richest man Li Ka-shing’s CK Hutchison Holdings, is now one of the largest vineyard holders in Australasia and top 10 in the world. Read More
Hong Kong customs have seized 9,000 bottles of smuggled wines inside two ocean-going vessels headed to Shanghai in a massive raid that led to seizure of more than HK$200 million (US$25.6 million) worth of smuggled goods Read More
The season of bubbles has officially arrived in Hong Kong, as Prosecco DOC kicks off a citywide campaign to promote Italy’s beloved aperitif and food tradition to Hong Kong’s food and wine lovers. Read More
An ancient Chinese wine glass of more than 200 years could fetch up to HK$5 million at Bonhams' upcoming auction - "Ganbei: A Toast to the Chinese Wine Culture", a themed auction showcasing more than 40 pieces of Chinese works of art connected to drinking and wine culture over the past 3,000 years. Read More
Following a week of intensive judging by 56 judges in Hong Kong, and a full audit and analysis of the scores, full results of the 14th Cathay Hong Kong International Wine & Spirit Competition (HK IWSC) were announced, revealing impressive wins from established wine regions and surprises from emerging regions. Read More
Auction house Sotheby's has appointed George Lacey as its new Head of Wine for Asia, replacing Paul Wong, it has announced in a press release. Read More
Four-time James Beard awardee Fuchsia Dunlop will be in Hong Kong this month to treat diners with her exclusive Sichuan menu at Grand Majestic Sichuan. Read More