Her Mir Tage

9.0

This new-release champagne is bursting with fruity aromas, featuring the crispness of green apples blended with notes of orange peel. It offers the fresh sweetness of white pears and a hint of clove, complemented by a bright acidity reminiscent of lemon zest and a subtle mineral undertone. Most notably, the label is extremely charming, making this a highly affordable grower champagne. — 9 days ago

Her Mir Tage

8.7

This bottle tastes a bit bitter when opened. I'm not sure if it's due to storage issues. It's a 15-year-old wine, but the color is rather pale and the aroma is not rich enough. It's not particularly impressive. — 2 months ago

Her Mir Tage

9.2

1996 Domaine Armand Rousseau Clos de la Roche Grand Cru

Clos de la Roche, situated in Morey-Saint-Denis, is the most renowned and the largest Grand Cru vineyard of the village. Its terroir is consequently exceptional, yielding wines with striking acidity, remarkable concentration, and a structure that is powerful yet displays extraordinarily refined tannins. It is often considered one of Burgundy's most compelling wines, masterfully combining power with elegance.

The style neither mirrors the robust, muscular, and overtly powerful character typical of its northern neighbour, Gevrey-Chambertin, nor does it precisely replicate the extreme perfume, elegance, and delicacy that define its southern neighbour, Chambolle-Musigny. Instead, Clos de la Roche is the quintessential synthesis of strength and finesse—boasting a solid backbone alongside intricate depth of aroma and texture. Thanks to its pronounced acidity, one should not open a bottle without allowing for at least 15 years of ageing.

Upon opening, after 30 minutes the nose offered aromas of ripe black cherry, wild strawberry, sour plum, rose, and violet. After an hour, further notes of truffle, forest floor, leather, and spice developed. However, the minerality I expected remained elusive.

The bottle's condition was unfortunately not optimal. It lacked the sustained aromatic evolution and explosive bouquet I had anticipated. This fatigue and muted character were likely a result of its shipment from the United States. — 17 days ago

Her Mir Tage

9.0

Jules Desjourneys – the Coche-Dury of the Mâcon region.

Jean-Marc Vincent's extreme dedication and philosophy towards winemaking are truly moving.This bottle was only 500 HKD, yet it rivals the village-level wines from Burgundy's most famous domaines or the premier crus from second-tier producers.

I first tasted it at a three-Michelin-starred *table* in Paris. The sommelier recommended it as an "insider's wine," known among those in the know for its ultimate quality-to-price ratio, often called a "hidden gem" or "a critic's secret" on the market.

My Tasting Note:
The second time I enjoyed it was in Hong Kong, where I shared several bottles with friends as a casual table wine. To our delight, it was universally praised. After just half an hour of opening, it revealed aromas of petite white flowers and clove; On the palate, it was complex with flavors of white peach, clementine, and yeasty brioche. The acidity was precise and refined, with excellent concentration and a rich mineral drive that showcased the pedigree of a truly good wine. — 17 days ago