Champagne Meets Bordeaux Tasting Event
AMA x Sparklingplus Asia
This October’s whirlwind trip back to China was unforgettable, thanks to an amazing invitation from Sparklingplus Asia (槟客文化) and Lei! I had the chance to experience the thrilling blend of Champagne and Bordeaux, sparking endless inspiration.
Through this event, we dove into
1. Comparison of the classic 2016 vintage: Château Brane-Cantenac 2016 VS Champagne Pertois Moriset Spécial Club 2016
2. Subtle nuances of limestone terroir: Château Pavie Macquin 2020 VS Champagne Jacquesson Aÿ Vauzelle Terme 2013
3. Base wine philosophies: Château Figeac 2016 VS Champagne Olivier Horiot Soléra
4. Biodynamic influences: Château Pontet Canet 2019 VS Champagne Benoît Déhu La Rue des Noyers
5.Connections and stories between Grand Cru estates and Champagne cuvées from the same group: Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2020 VS Champagne Louis Roederer Cristal 2015
Truly mind-expanding!
The energy was electrifying! As an old-school wine enthusiast who’s usually out in the vineyards, this event opened up so many new ideas for me.
We even had friends from Sweden join, giving me the fun challenge of switching between Chinese and English throughout the session—a true workout for the brain! But seeing everyone so engaged made it all worthwhile.
I hope all our guests found wines they loved and enjoyed a memorable evening, feeling the unique allure of Champagne and Bordeaux. Can’t wait to share more insights and discoveries when we meet again!
Cheers!