Borsao Tres Picos 2021, Garnacha, Campo de Borja, Spain
Maceration during 20-25 days in total. Fermentation in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of between 25 to 30 degree. The wine is submitted to an aging of 5 months in new bordelaise barrels of French Oak.
Very intense cherry red colour
Bodegas Frontonio Microcosmico Garnacha 2022, Valdejalon, Spain
Pale ruby. Raspberry and strawberry over mineral, white pepper and smoked back ground. MLF and ageing for 10 months in concrete vats creates austere and floral elegant style. Dry, fresh acidity, moderate fine tannins and muscular texture. A medium length
Millton La Cote Organic Pinot Noir 2021, Gisborne, New Zealand
A bright fruited, expressive nose, with notes of dark cherry, juniper berry and an intriguing hint of fennel and manuka flower. There is a savoury taste with firm tannins and ripe fruit finishing with a lively mineral edge to balance. Unfined. Unfiltered.
Kendall Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 375ml, 2020 United States
Aromas of lush black cherry, blackberry and cassis draw you in to this Vintner's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon. Round and rich tannins provide a robust backbone and supple mid-palate. Notes of cedar, vanilla and a hint of mocha linger on the finish.
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Garage Project Fairy Bread White New Zealand
We’re throwing a party and you’re invited. Field Blend, Nelson Sauvignon, Reisling, Gewürztraminer and Chardonnay. Fermented together for a juicy slightly hazy white wine.
Artist: Henry Hargreaves and Fay & Walter
Vol: 700ml
ABV: 12.5%
Oddero Barolo Classico DOCG 2020, Nebbiolo, Piedmont, Italy
Brilliant garnet-red color, with warmer tinges developing over time. Unmistakeable bouquet, very pleasant, intense yet ethereal, very persistent, at times spiced, with aromas of truffles, liquorice and dried flowers. Dry taste, with important, full tannin
Oddero Barbera d'Alba Superiore DOC 2021, Piedmont, Italy
Barbera is known for its racy acidity, its rusticity, its earthiness, and its need to be accompanied by food. So reach for the nearest plate of grilled wild mushrooms or gamey meats and get ready to fall in love with this gorgeous, classically structured
Tedeschi Ripasso Valpolicella Superiore "Capitel San Rocco" DOC 2020, Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, Rossignola, Oseleta, Negrara, Dindarella, Veneto, Italy
The wine is fruity, well-balanced and well-structured. Alcohol and acidity are in good armony. The wine is warm and round. The after taste confirms the character of the bouquet. This wine has a long-lasting and persistent flavor.
Varietal: Corvina, Cor
Parker Coonawarra Estate, "Favourite Son" Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Coonawarra, Australia
Juicy, rich, black and delicious describe this wine succinctly. In amongst the succulent fruits are strewn a little greenery, graphite and a hint of iron filings, all classic Cabernet fodder. Lovely now and you can drink this one any time over the next 5-
Moss Wood Ribbon Vale Vineyard 2019, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Margaret River, Australia
The immediate impression of the nose is one of liveliness and fragrance, combining black and red currant with roses, five spice and liqueur cherry. There is complexity as well with soft, toasty oak, and some of the classic Ribbon Vale tar, linseed and se
Moss Wood Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Margaret River, Australia
Showing all the classic Moss Wood aromatic features with Cabernet Sauvignon’s blueberries and mulberries, Cabernet Franc notes of blackberries and violets and Petit Verdot giving sweet musk lollies and dark jubes. Since the wine had such long barrel age,
Kressmann Grande Reserve Blanc 2020, Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon, Muscadelle, Bordeaux AOC, France
Kressmann Grande Réserve is an introduction to Bordeaux’s most prestigious appellations and offers exemplary value for money. It is an invitation to share a tasting journey, that will stimulate senses and emotions alike for sharing and spending quality ti
Huge & Fils - Famille Hugel Riesling Classic 2022, Alsace, France
A very fresh yellow, pale green with dominant hints of green with lighter hints of the pale yellow of lime trees in spring, some silver, crystalline highlights, a pleasant energetic sheen, full and lively legs. The aroma is still a bit restrained and seri
Hentley Farm Clos Otto Shiraz 2011, Barossa, Australia
Traditional western-edge Barossa style. After open-top fermentation and basket pressing, the wine is matured in new (65%) and seasoned French barrels for 22 months. Primary characteristics of dark berry fruits, flowery nuances and liquorice are interwoven
Dom Pérignon P2 2003, Champagne, France
The uniqueness of Dom Pérignon vintages lies in the way they evolve - not steadily in a linear way but through successive windows of expression. These privileged points in time are called “Plénitudes” - captured moments when the wine sings higher and stro
Andre Clouet "1911" NV, Champagne, France
Only 1911 bottles of this Grand Cru Champagne are made each year and every bottle is numbered by hand. Though it is classified as a non vintage Champagne, the wines that make up the blend are actually from the 1995, 1996 and 1997 vintages.
Tasting note
Andre Clouet Grande Reserve NV, Champagne, France
The estate of André Clouet lies in the heart of Grand Cru Pinot Noir country in the little town of Bouzy. The estate is run by Jean-François Clouet, a long-standing friend of The Vintner, whose champagnes are outstanding. Jean-Francois owns 8 hectares of
Le PETIT Béret Muscat D'aqui Sparkling Wine Alcohol Free
Complex and fruity nose that asserts maturity by notes muscatel, pineapple, bergamots, the freshness of floral petals of roses and jasmine flowers. The bubbles blend wonderfully with the structure and highlight touches of bitterness and fruity flavors.
Le PETIT Béret Blanc de Blancs Sparkling Wine Alcohol Free
Pale yellow color with delicate bubbles. The nose reveals a floral character, fine notes of fresh fruit, fresh apple, subtle touches of yeast, undergrowth, mushroom, truffle, toast and fresh butter. The palate is charming with freshness and its flavors, b
Le PETIT Béret Profil Cabernet Sauvignon Alcohol Free, France
A purple color with black shades, the nose displays intense aromas of black fruits, blackcurrant, bilberries and blackberries, delicate notes of violets and peppers, giving way to elegant touches of wood and vanilla. The mouth offers an ample and volumino
Peller Estates Signature Series Vidal Blanc Ice wine 2018 Niagara Peninsula, Canada
When the temperature dropped to a frigid -10°C, the Vidal grapes for this Icewine were carefully picked by hand from Niagara-on-the-Lake vineyards. The frozen grapes were then pressed to release the treasured drop of pure extract from each grape. A cool f
Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut NV, Champagne, France (No Giftbox)
Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label manages to reconcile two opposing factors - strength and silkiness - and to hold them in perfect balance with aromatic intensity and a lot of freshness. This consistent power to please makes it ideal as an aperitif, and perfect
Mirabeau La Folie Sparkling Rose, France
Made in the Prosecco or “Charmat Method” this is a totally captivating and delicious rosé. A gorgeous ballet-pink colour with a delicate effervescent sparkle, the nose offers up a fresh, soft scent of strawberry and raspberry with hints of gooseberry and
La Crema Russian River Chardonnay 2019, USA
Aromas of meyer lemon, nectarine and jasmine. Flavors of yellow plum, d’Anjou pear, tangerine and toasted hazelnut. Richly textured, velvety and concentrated with balanced acidity and subtle toast.
Style: Chardonnay
ABV: 14.5%
Vol: 750ml
Wine Online Store | Wine Shop Hong Kong - The Bottle Shop
Wine
Our love affair with wine in Hong Kong has never faded. Today wines are as popular as they were, and drinkers are only getting more discernible as better wines enter the market. Most drinkers still prefer to enter a physical wine store, but more and more people are buying wine online. The Bottle Shop works with many suppliers of wine in Hong Kong, we also import wines directly from various wine making countries. Our aim is to curate the most beloved wine list suitable for dynamic drinkers who wish to explore new palates and characters.
Our award-winning wine shop is located in Sai Kung, and we serve a wide range of wine lovers from local residence to day visitors. We also serve wine online for drinkers throughout Hong Kong. Whilst most wine shops online encourage bulk purchases for a quick turnover, we encourage our customers to try a wide variety of wines with 10% discount for any six or more bottles of wines, including sakes.
What's this about old world wines vs new world wines?
There is no shortage of opinions on new world vs old world wines. However, the most obvious difference is that old world wine regions tend to have classifications to regulate how wine is made, and where they can denote their appellation. Two of the most famous examples are France's Appellation d’origine controlee (AOC) scheme, and Italy's denominazione di origine controllata (DOC) system, introduced in 1963. For some classifications, not only do the wines have to meet production method and area specificities, they also have to pass flavour and character tests. Some notable Geographic Indication or Origins include Indication Géographique Protégée (IGP), Indicazione Geografica Tipica (IGT), Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita (DOCG), Denominacion de Origen Calificada (DOCa), Vino de la Tierra (VdIT), Denominacion de Origen (DO), Qualitatswein (from 13 wine regions), Pradikatswein (Ripeness level), and so on.
Our wine online shop would like to advise that these classifications in the "old world", in countries like France, Italy, Spain, and Germany, can mean quality guarantee on the one hand, but on the other it also means limitations on innovation. Whereas in countries where no such classifications exist, wine makers are more willing to experiment, resulting in a more diverse range of characters in wine.
What's the most popular wine in Hong Kong?
Bordeaux is the most popular wine in Hong Kong, making up a quarter of the value of all imported wines. In fact, as of 2017, whilst the average price of an exported bottle from Bordeaux wine is 7 euros, Hong Kong pays an average bottle of 32 euros (HK$290), the highest in the world. There's an additional factor that goes into this statistic, Hong Kong’s early wine adopters in the 1990s were the middle-income earners, 30 years on they’re still loyal drinkers of Bordeaux wines, maintaining their consumption levels. Furthermore, this demographic group overwhelmingly prefers red wines over white wines, which is also reflected in wine online sales too.
As more and more young demographic groups begin their wine journey, they also come with more education on wines, hence they’re much more discernible when it comes to which wines to choose for different contexts and occasions, such as wines for beach parties, wine pairing with certain cuisines, and so on. Our wine store is therefore tailored towards a much more diverse range of drinkers, and our team is keen to recommend new wines or grape varietals that our customers are yet exposed to. We believe the best wines are those that fit particular occasions, food, climate, place; and it’s our job to make sure our customers walk out of our wine shop with the best product for them.
Any wine tips or recommendations?
Have you ever been in a wine store and found yourself lost? There are bottles everywhere but the old-world wines, like French or Italians, don’t tell you what grape variety the bottle houses? This is common because countries with a rich wine tradition tend to have designated grape varietals to particular regions. For example, if you pick up a bottle of burgundy at a wine shop, it is most likely to be a Chardonnay if it’s a white wine, and a Pinot Noir or Gamay if it’s a red. It is very unlikely to be anything else. Whereas in the newer wine regions like New Zealand, Australia, or America, the grape varietals found in these countries are more diverse.
We actually think it’s best to have a little fundamental knowledge when it comes to navigating any wine shops, whether it’s for wine online, or a physical wine store. Below are some common associations between grape varietals and regions.
- Chardonnay: France Burgundy, America California, New Zealand Marlborough, Australia, South America including Chile and Argentina.
- Sauvignon Blanc: France Bordeaux, France Loire Valley, New Zealand, South Australia, Chile, and South Africa.
- Riesling: Germany Mosel, Germany Rheingau, Germany Pfalz, France Alsace, South Australia, Austria.
- Pinot Grigio: Throughout Italy, France Alsace
- Pinot Noir: France Burgundy, Germany, America California, New Zealand Marlborough, New Zealand Central Otago, Australia Victoria
- Shiraz: France Rhône, South Australia
- Cabernet Sauvignon: France Bordeaux Left Bank, South Australia, Western Australia, New Zealand Hawkes Bay, America California, America Washing State
If you're buying wines online, most wine stores explicitly state a wine’s “specifications”, including winery, production region, grape varietal, vintage, brief description, and even tasting notes. If you’re buying from a physical wine shop, even if you know what you’re looking for, it doesn’t hurt to ask for recommendations.
Why we’re voted as one of the best shops for wines in Hong Kong
We think we have a pretty simple job. Our wine shop only sells products we actually enjoy, and are value for money. As a boutique wine store, we try to house all the important categories of wines, and varietals, to ensure we accommodate all our customers. Our wine online orders are delivered the next day if the order is placed before 3pm. We secure the parcels with environmentally friendly packaging like cardboards to ensure the wines are secured and protected. Unlike many other wine stores, we don’t use plastics as the main packaging. If you ever find plastics in our parcels, they are all salvaged and reused. During storage and delivery, we ensure the wines are at optimum temperature of 20 degrees Celsius and below, or delivered cold at 4 degrees C. If you’re unsure about which wine online products are right for you, or need recommendations, let us know via email or phone, we can walk you through the selection, and delivery process.