Posted in French Red, Wine Makers, tagged Robert Mondavi, wine, Wine appreciation on December 15, 2009| Leave a Comment »
"I Love Paris" Artist: Clifford Bailey
When I finished the piece on Opus One, it strikes me that both Robert Mondavi and Baron Philip Rothschild were very active in promoting arts and music in their days. Appreciation of art, music, food and wine should all be a part of the culture one grow up with.
Imagine walking into a Chateau in Bordeaux, there were neither paintings hanging on the wall nor any art works displayed on the hallway. How blend and boring it would be! (more…)
Posted in French Red, tagged Burgandy Red, French Red, wine on December 13, 2009| Leave a Comment »
Home Made Smoke Pigeon
Ever since we dined at the Chairman, my husband was contemplating in trying the Smoke Pigeon at home. The Manager at the restaurant told us the tip was to smoke the pigeon with rice.
Preparation was made – live pigeon, rice, Chinese wine and Sweet Osmanthus Oolong tea. (more…)
Posted in Italian White, Wine Tastings, tagged Italian Red, Italian White, Pinot Grigio, wine on December 13, 2009| Leave a Comment »
Gin Gallery - A Room With A View
It was a tasting of Italian wines in a commercial building in TST. The office was decorated as a wine cellar with a view of Central at a distance. We tasted 9 wines throughout the evening, pairing with cheese and bread.
I was reading my tasting notes over the weekend, trying to remember which ones made an impression …. (more…)
Posted in French Red, tagged Bordeaux, Chateau Pichon Baron, Chateau Pichon Lalande, French Red, wine on December 13, 2009| Leave a Comment »
It’s hard not to notice all the decorations in the shopping center; reminding us Christmas is coming. Getting ready to buy gifts for your loved ones? (more…)
Posted in Wine Makers, Wine Tour, tagged Napa Valley, Sterling Vineyard, wine on December 12, 2009| Leave a Comment »
As Christmas is around the corner, there are many wine tastings in town in celebration of the holiday.
I went to a Christmas tastings at the American Club this week. There were around 50 wines on display. The one wine that caught my attention was not because of its value or style, but the memory it brought…. (more…)
Posted in Bordeaux, French Red, Wine Makers, tagged Bordeaux, Chateau Pontet-Canet, French Red, wine on December 6, 2009| Leave a Comment »
Cadet reporting to Madam, finally!
I have urged Cadet to write about his experience for some time, it was a surprise that he finally grant me the honor when I was least expected.
The wine that I raved about upon my return from Bordeaux …..
I was reading the Wine Spectator before dinner over the weekend, and there was an article on Chateau Pontet Canet. It brought back memories of my visit at the Chateau this summer. After the tour, Monsieur Alfred Tesseron greeted us with a warm smile and joined us for lunch in the main dining hall. (more…)
Posted in Bordeaux, French Red, Wine Dinners, tagged Bordeaux, Chateau Lynch Bages, red wine, wine on November 24, 2009| Leave a Comment »
The story behind the label and the faces behind the vineyards are all fascinating to me. Having the opportunity to meet the owner of Chateau Lynch Bages is the main attraction for me. (more…)
Posted in French Red, tagged Beaugolais Nouveau, Shanghai crab, wine on November 22, 2009| Leave a Comment »
Today I was reading a magazine while being pampered, and read an article on Beaujolais Nouveau. I then realized this is the third week of November and the season for Beaujolais Nouveau. This is also the season of Shanghai crab, and I was curious to know if they will match well. (more…)
Posted in Wine Tastings, Wine Writers, tagged Hugh Johnson, wine, Wine appreciation on November 14, 2009| Leave a Comment »
Mr. Hugh Johnson
A local English newspaper in Hong Kong, the SCMP, is launching a wine division locally. They are partnering with Laithwaites Wine to promote their business.
The highlight was hosting two wine tasting events in Hong Kong, targeting different market segments. The first evening was for the consumer market and the second night for corporate clients. The key attraction was meeting with Hugh Johnson, the famous wine writer from UK. (more…)
Posted in Bordeaux, French Red, tagged Bordeaux, Chateau Mouton Rothschild, red wine, wine on November 11, 2009| 1 Comment »
Sunday brunch at home – pate with French bread, slow cooked ox tail in red wine sauce and freshly baked Yorkshire pudding on the side. Sound yummy and was indeed very delicious. (more…)
Grape Wine Journey 
