The world of ciders and natural sparkling fruit wines is growing more diverse and delicious by the day, yet we find that the selections listed here are a perfect entryway into this vast and bubbly universe. Below we listed all available ciders, perrys, and more from our dedicated producers, displaying a range of flavors from bright to rustic, tart to off-dry, fresh, yeasty and beyond.
Jerome Forget of Ferme de l’Yonniere
Jerome Forget produces a flavorful array of ciders and perrys from fruit grown on his centuries old orchards planted to heirloom varieties of pears and apples. Normandy is France’s cider heartland and Jerome’s cuvees are ethereally enjoyable and understandably approachable, making for excellent drinking companions with the local fare like soft cheeses and buckwheat crepes just as they are well suited for enjoyment on their own served nicely chilled.
‘Cidre Paysan’
This is Jerome’s most traditional cuvee that we carry; a rustic and lively dry sparkling cider made from hand-picked Marie Ménard, Fréquin Rayé, and Fréquin Rouge varieties apples. Cidre Paysan has a delightfully deep color, warm spiced aromatics and an almost malty backbone from the lovely phenolics found in the skins of these old growth apples. If you are used to enjoying a typical Cidre Normande this will be right up your alley.
Jerome Forget ‘Vinot Poiré’
Vinot is perhaps Jerome’s most serious cuvee, a dry sparkling perry (cider made from pears) produced from a rare varietal of heirloom pear from which the label derives its name. This lengthy and vinous bottle of bubbles almost feels more akin to a sparkling wine of pear than it is a traditional cider.
Jerome Forget ‘Fossey Poiré’
Fossey is the definitive crowd favorite, a juicy, hazy, off-dry sparkling perry made from the Plant de Blanc varietal of pears that the Forgets have been growing for generations. This cuvee pairs beautifully with spicy, herbaceous, and tart flavors as the juice itself is well balanced between it’s acid driven, sweet, and phenolic elements.
Jerome Forget ‘Pear Shaped’
A contemporarily styled cuvee of a blend of both heirloom Apples and Pears from Jerome’s orchards. The fruit is co-fermented to create a dry yet luscious bouquet of aromatics and flavor textures within the cider. Pear Shaped delivers equal parts fruit-driven length with a coupling of fresh acid and citrus pithy structure.
Bordatto ‘Basa Jaun Cidre’
In the Southwest of France and the North of Spain lies the Basque Country, where deep traditions of cooking, winemaking, and cider craft run deep. Basque Cidre (or Sidra depending on what side of the border you are on) is an essential cultural component being served at many a gastronomic gathering, celebration, and casual bar setting. Bordatto cultivates 19 different varietals of old-growth apples to manifest this juicy and dry sparkling cider. If you’re used to the funkier and earthy shades of Basque Cidre, we find that Basa Jaun is actually somewhat more even keel, delivering delicious doses of pure apple flavor within this low alcohol sparkling beverage.
Achilée ‘Quetsches Alors’
Achilée is a family run estate founded by a set of siblings keen on producing pure, sulfur free natural wines and ciders within the warm and sunny microclimate of Alsace. Their biodynamic certified agriculture and mindful winemaking and farming practices make for inimitably enjoyable, fresh flavors whether derived from grapes, or in this case, plums! Quetsches Alors is hazy, crimson-hued, dry, and extra tart sparkling wine made from Plums dosed with fermenting Riesling juice. This sparkling cuvee drinks like something further akin to a sour beer than it does a traditional cider, making this a perfect match for Lambic and Geuze loving palates.
If you should have any questions, comments, or further inquiries into this exciting collection of sparkling ciders, please do not hesitate to reach out to us by emailing marketing@winegarage.asia
Celebrated chef Dan Bark and his partner Faye Tragoolvongse will open the doors to Cadence this month with a special menu that reminisces upon flavors that have been highly favored and beloved by guests over the last four years. This special selection of courses acts as a delicious retrospective of what have become the restaurant’s most signature and signifying dishes.
Their signature 12 course menu will be offered with a pairing of some of Wine Garage’s most exciting, limited, and mature selections.
The wine pairing in question:
Arlaux ‘1er Cru Grand Cuvee Brut NV’ from Champagne, France – To be paired with a selection of Canapes and King Crab. An exceptional blend of the main regional varietals aged 3 years on the lees.
Zarate ‘El Palomar 2021’ an Albarino from Rias Baixas, Spain – To be paired with a dish of Caviar and Celeriac as well as Root Vegetables and Truffles. A barrel fermented Albarino from 100 year old vines grown on granite.
Domaine Zusslin ‘Ophrys 2022’ a blend of Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris from Alsace, France – To be paired with a course of Fatty Tuna as well as Wagyu Beef with Black Sesame. A dark rosé with delicate and uplifting aromatics and freshness.
Domaine Carlines Cotes de Jura ‘En Beaumont 2020’ a Savagnin from Jura, France – To be paired with Trevally Sashimi with Onion Jus and an unctuous bite of Uni & Foie Gras. Grown on grey marl from Lias in the Chateau Chalon appellation, this wines was raised 18 months in oak and topped up.
Dante Rivetti ‘Barbera Alabarda 1998’ a mature offering of Barbera from Piedmont, Italy – To be paired with Roasted Lamb, Yogurt, and Smokey Eggplant. Grown on the heavy clay based Boschi vineyard, and harvested over-ripe before aged for 24 months in large old casks.
Barbeito ‘Tinta Negra Single Harvest Madeira 2010’ a single vintage, aged fortified wine from Madeira, Portugal – To be paired with a selection of three desserts with flavors of Bergamot, Lychee, and Chocolate. An earlier harvested and lessor known varietal on the island, aged using the traditional Canteiro then old French for over ten years.
This fantastic communion of flavors will be available only throughout July, with the food menu (thb 5,800++ per person) and wine pairing (thb 3,500++ per person) offered every evening this month. Seating is limited so bookings are highly recommended through their team online or by calling Tel 091-713-9034.
As we roll into June we are met with what seems to be an event every week, involving amazing wines, the people that make them, and those like us that are endearing advocates of everything the wine scene has to offer.
We have been a big fan of iODE’s work since their splash on the scene last year – making Chef Franck’s food, atmospheric neighborhoody space, and charming service one of the cities most sought after reservations.
Coming Sat 8th of June, we will be presenting our first brunch partnership iODE, taking over the space in the daytime to bring our friend, and Master Sommelier, Marco Pelletier from Paris to share his various winemaking projects alongside a one-of-a-kind menu:
This menu is not only limited to a small number of guests to ensure maximum engagement and enjoyment, but is also priced generously, giving participants a chance to the fantastic combination of fresh seafood and Champagne.
Seats will be taken swiftly, thus we suggest you get in touch by calling Tel 065 045 5628 or direct message on Line OA @iodebkk and Instagram @ iodebkk .
The coming weeks have blessed us with many an exciting event and welcome guests, both vinous and gastronomic, bringing an infectious sense of enthusiasm to the ever budding and blossoming wine scene of Bangkok and beyond. The timing could not be more fitting as Wine Garage celebrates its decade of existence, and thusly the entirety of this year has and will be spent celebrating the vigorous food and beverage scene and customers that have brought so much life and abundance to our vision of sharing great wines throughout Thailand.
Our dear friend and passionate winemaker James Erskine joins us for a myriad of events the first week of June
To find out more detailed info about what we have in store over the rest of the month of May and the first exciting week of June make sure to find more info below about all of the wine dinners, tastings, and workshops we have upcoming.
NAHM AUSTRIAN WINE DINNER
On Friday the 31st of May, we will be collaborating with storied institution of Thai fine dining, Nahm located in the Como Hotel of Bangkok’s Sathorn district. Now helmed by multi Michelin star Chef Pim Techamuanvivit who will be visiting to share her love of modern Thai gastronomy with a selection of carefully formulated dishes to seamlessly pair with an array of seven different wines from all over Austria.
Celebrated Thai Chef Pim Techamuanvivit arrives in Bangkok at the end of May
Our portfolio manager Ottara Pyne will also be present at the dinner to help guide guests and create deeper discovery into the nature of these terroir focused wines, made even more special from his recent return from his own foray to Austria’s winemaking regions to meet with the producers that we have been working with for years.
Portfolio Manager Ottara returns to Austria this month after working harvest in Burgenland in 2019
Karl Fritsch’s skin contact wine Materia Prima, one of many enigmatic wines to be featured on the pairing at Nahm
This dinner is limited to 30 guests in order to ensure an engaging experience for all, allowing all details of the food and wine to shine in synchronicity. The menu is priced at 5500THB++ per person and will include the entire menu and wine pairing. As the menu will be highly seasonal and reflective of the current bounty of Thai ingredients, the detailed food menu will be available a few days before the event. For bookings and enquiries please contact Nahm directly at 064 665 8614 or by email at nahm.met.bkk@comohotels.com.
CONTEMPORARY WINEMAKING TECHNIQUES IN THE FACE OF A WARMING CLIMATE WITH NED GOODWIN, MASTER OF WINE
On Sunday June 2nd, Wine Garage will be hosting an educational celebration of our ten years of supplying Bangkok with the best wines from all corners of the globe. Wine Garage will be collaborating with an inimitable Master of Wine (One of the wine world’s most profound and well-respected titles), Australia’s Ned Goodwin to host multiple workshops at the Neilson Hays Library in Bangkok’s Sathorn neighborhood. Ned is a prolific influence on the wine world and acts as one if its greatest commentators and educators, and it is with his assistance we will be conducting two separate afternoon masterclasses to bring this unique experience to the wine lovers & aficionados of Thailand. Each workshop will focus on important discussions around the world’s most beloved regions and the wines they produce.
Ned Goodwin returns to Bangkok to share his inimitable charm and viticultural passion
Session 1 starts at 1pm and going until 230pm will be a focus on Burgundy, more specifically How are vignerons in Burgundy exploring techniques to mitigate excessive ripeness while promoting balance, freshness, and drinkability. This class will highlight eight Burgundian wines from recent vintages along with the savoir-faire of Ned to guide participants through the modern state of Burgundy wines and the future that lies ahead.
Jerome Galeyrand Bouzeron Le Clous 2020, Chalonnaise
L&L Pavelot Pernand Vergelesses Blanc 2020, Cote de Beaune
Camille Thiriet Les Retraits Villages 2020, Cote de Nuits
Roc Breia Pinot Noir (Theo Dancer) 2022, Macon
Douhairet Porcheret Monthelie Clos du Meix Garnier Monopole 2020, Cote de Beaune
Domaine Parent Pommard 1er Cru Chanlins 2019, Cote de Beaune
The modern Burgundian Cellar
Session 2 will be from 3pm to 430pm and will also navigate the current topic of climate change in relation to the growth of grape varietals titled The growing importance of late-ripening Mediterranean varieties as they maintain greater freshness and poise in warmer regions. This course will also feature eight distinct wines revolving around the prescient importance of these grape varieties.
Mullineux Old Vines White 2021, Swartland, South Africa
Clos du Caillou Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc Safres 2019, Rhone, France
Leeu Passant Cinsault 2018, Frankshoek, South Africa
Clos du Joncuas Gigondas 2017, Rhone, France
Charvin Chateauneuf du Pape 2019, Rhone, France
Ochota Barrels Fugazzi 2018, Adelaide, South Australia
Garage Wine Co Carignan Portezuelo 2019, Maule, Chile
Hearty Mediterranean grape varietals and their future in a warming world
Wine selection for each workshop to be announced here soon, check back for more info!
Both of these workshops are available to the public through pre-purchased access, with those that buy Early Bird receiving a 10% discount off of the ticketed thb 4,500 net or join two with reduction of -15%. To reserve your space and book your ticket, please contact Wine Garage directly Email: marketing@winegarage.asia or by LINE OA @winegarage
JAMES ERSKINE OF JAUMA WINES PAYS THAILAND A VISIT!
Wine Garage’s long time customers and the newly initiated alike are sure to recognize the prismatic spectrum of colorful, vibrantly-textured, terroir-driven, and overwhelmingly fun wines of Jauma hailing from the Adelaide Hills & McLaren Vale regions of South Australia
During James’ visit we’ll be hosting multiple opportunities to meet the man himself and learn more about his long history with natural winemaking, including how he helped usher in the vast state of low intervention wine as it currently exists in Australia today. Here’s a bit of what we have planned for the week of James’ visit:
MOD DINNER VOLUME 10:A PRIVATE DINNER WITH JAUMA AT MOD KAEW WINE BAR
This dinner will feature seven highly stylized courses crafted by ultra creative head chef of Mod Kaew, Charlie Fung to pair with a range of seven wines from Jauma
Peekaboo 2022 – Grenache Rose Petillant Naturel
Sand On Schist 2017 – Mature Chenin Blanc
1000 Fires 2022 – Chenin & Sauvignon Blanc on skins
Why Try So Hard? 2022 – Mostly Sauvignon Blanc, with Chenin Blanc, Arneis, & Carbonic Shiraz Rose
This dinner is very limited, as only 12 guests will be able to book this intimate evening with the winemaker in Mod Kaew’s private cellar room for thb 3,500T++ per person. To book please message @modkaewbkk on Instagram or call Tel 082 096 0281.
JAUMA TAKEOVER AT BIRDIE’S HOT CHICKEN
Join us on the evening of Wednesday June 5th for a night of all things Australian, as we feature a selection of five wines from Jauma with a casual a la carte menu from Chef Jennifer Evans (Winner of My Kitchen Rules 2012, an Australian cooking show) at her buzzy hot chicken focused restaurant and wine bar, Birdie’s. The following wines will be available by the glass, by the bottle, and by a full flight of all featured wines for only Thb 1,000++
To book please reach out on Instagram @birdiesbkk or call 061 281 6969
CÔTE BY MAURCO COLAGRECO PRESENTS AN EVENING WITH WINE GARAGE
To finish strong, on Thursday June 13th, Wine Garage in collaboration with 1 Michelin starred fine dining restaurant Côte at the Capella Hotel will host a one-of-a-kind evening featuring an exceptional assortment of wines from some of the most highly regard winemakers in our portfolio. These wines will be paired with Chef Davide Garvaglia’s vision of contemporary Mediterranean fine dining throughout a series of five courses highlighting seasonal elements of the best produce from around the world. In Côte fashion, the menu will be revealed upon arrival and the wines are to be as follows:
This menu and pairing is available one night only at Thb 5,900++ per person and is limited to 20 seats, seated at individual tables. Bookings must be made in advance through Wine Garage by contacting Email: marketing@winegarage.asia or by LINE OA @winegarage
For any further questions, comments, or inquiries into our upcoming assortment of events please feel free to reach out for more information to our email at marketing@winegarage.asia and we look forward to seeing you soon!
From April 30th to May 3rd, we will be joined in both Phuket and Bangkok by Marti Pujol, the brand manager and ambassador that has been entrusted with carrying forth the Raventos family vision to the entirety of the international wine community. To celebrate in according bubbly fashion, we’ve orchestrated two events to highlight these truly special and historic wines.
On the evening of Tuesday April 30th, these mouthwatering a la carte curries, yums, soups, and more will all be available to be shared family style as the team from Wine Garage and Drinks Studio pour up a selection of three different bubbles from the Raventos i Blanc & Can Sumoi wineries, along with a fantastic amphora raised, skin contact Xarel-lo from Pepe Raventos, as well as an accessory red wine from Catalunyan estate Equilibrista to offer a bit of contrast.
For our southern friends, and those willing to make the pilgrimage to Phuket for this one night only event, you can book your seats directly with the team at Laad by visiting their website, instagram, or by calling them at 093 669 9910
Our dear friends and phenomenal chefs, Tan Kosiyabong and Steve Doucakis, each well known and loved for their respective culinary work in Bangkok, have opened one of Phuket’s most exciting restaurants by the name of Laad. This tropical tinted, beautifully designed space is home to their homage to the flavors of Southern Thailand and beyond, with sumptuous dishes like:
Salt & Pepper Fried Squid with Garlic Spring Onion Sauce
Scallop with Coconut Foam, Chili Jelly, and Toasted Rice Paper
Coconut Crab Curry with Bai Chaplu
As well, you can find the pricing for all wines offered by the glass and by the bottle below:
3 May 2024: After our adventure down south, Marti and the team will be back up in Bangkok to kick off the first weekend of May with a pop! You can catch us at Charmkrung, beloved wine-oriented sister bar / restaurant of the Talad Noi institution that is Charmgang. Here Chef Jai and the team will be cooking up an inspired tasting menu of Catalunya meets Charoenkrung with a pairing of the Raventos family wines to follow suit, as well as flights, glasses and bubbles of all featured bottles.
The full tasting menu with wine pairing will be offered at an exciting and accessible pricing of 2,400thb per person, plus a flight of all four Raventos and Can Sumoi wines can be enjoyed for 1,300thb.
For more info on what to expect, you can check the menu here below:
Spaces will go fast, as Charmkrung has quickly become one of the city’s favorite destinations for a Friday night filled with great wines and charmingly spicy dishes. We recommend you reserve your space soon directly by contacting them via instagram, facebook, or by calling 097 994 5523
For any further questions, inquiries, or comments please feel free to reach out to us at marketing@winegarage.asia, and we hope to see you next week to celebrate a piece of Catalunyan wine history with us!
We have been a huge fan of Valentine’s wines since 2015. They are unpretentious, delicious and amazing values, stretching from the north to the south of Burgundy depending the cuvee. Come meet Valentin after the Songkran break, and enjoy these organically farmed wines at either Blackitch in Chiang Mai or Aglio Store in Bangkok.
BLACKITCH / FRI APR 19th
At this Chiang Mai artisan kitchen, you can opt for below wine pairing menu at thb 2,190++ per head; or visit the lower level after 9pm to taste and discuss each cuvee with Valentin, and of course also Chef Black. By the glass prices are thb 300-390++. To book please call Tel: 093 695 6464 .
Pairing Menu
Ceviche – Fish with Marian plum & Herbs Dressing
Domaine de la Cadette Vezelay Chatelaine 2022
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Prik Khing Prawn on Toast / Swimmer crab & Potato cake served with Southern white curry
Domaine de la Cadette Bourgogne Blanc 2022
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Roasted Vegetable salad with fresh water fish (Pla Yon) & Toasted rice dressing
Domaine de la Cadette Melon Vin de France 2022
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Beef roulard stuffed inside with dried green mustard served with Baley rice risotto
Aglio Store is on Petchaburi Road but just off Soi Petchaburi 38/1 (the extension into Sukhumvit Soi 39). Set in a glass house with minimalist design, the venue offers a nice vibe and tasty pizza and pasta. Join us on Saturday April 20th for a casual mingling with food and wine. On offer is the a la carte menu with the same line up as above. Please find some of the Aglio Store’s delicious offerings on their full menu listed below:
In addition to their expansive artisanal menu, guests will have the option of enjoying Valentin’s wines in a variety of formats such as flights, by the glass, and of course by the bottle to share with friends or to enjoy all to oneself. Pricing for these wines can be found listed below
A Flight of Domaine de la Cadette wines with 3 white wines and 1 red, 4 labels for 1,400++ per person
By the bottle and By The Glass
– Domaine de la Cadette Cadette Vezelay Chatelaine – 2,590 / 380
– Domaine de la Cadette Bourgogne Blanc – 2,390 / 350
– Domaine de la Cadette Melon Vin de France – 2,190 / 350
– Domaine La Cadette Bourgogne Rouge – 2,390 / 380
To reserve your space for this limited a la carte wine dinner with Valentin Montanet of Domaine de la Cadette please reach out to the Aglio Store directly by phone at 081 649 4592 or on Line by message @theagliostore
1980 Phetchaburi Rd, Bang Kapi, Huai Khwang, Bangkok 10310
Should you have any further questions regarding the wines or our any of our offerings from our extensive portfolio of Burgundy and beyond please don’t hesitate to send us an email @marketing@winegarage.asia
Bangkok has seen no shortage of amazing wines in recent days, most especially the abundance of incredible French wines and cuisine that we have access to here in our tropical cityscape. Elegant Chardonnays and ethereal Pinot Noirs will always have a place at our table, especially when celebrated by dedicated gastronomes and chefs alike.
To celebrate our carefully curated selection of Burgundian wines that we have been working with over the years, we at Wine Garage, along with visiting guest Patricia Corcia, will be hosting such an event with the help of Chef Hervé Frerard from famed French dining establishment Brasserie 9 in Bangkok’s Silom neighborhood.
On the evening of Thursday the 4th of April at 6:30pm, Chef Hervé has created a decadent menu inspired by Burgundian culinary classics paired alongside a selection of wines from the region spanning over a decade of vintages curated by Patricia. The menu is set at 3,900thb net per person and is inclusive of the full pairing of five wines to accompany the entirety of the meal from Cremant de Bourgogne to Chablis and Chambolle and more. Please find the full menu and pairing as listed below:
To make a booking for this limited, one-time event celebrating the food and wines of Burgundy in Bangkok, please write to marketing@winegarage.asia to secure your spot or inquire with further questions.
To follow suit Theo & Antoine, the boys from Bangkok-based, Parisian-styled, neo-bistro Bisous will be hosting Wine Garage and Patricia Corcia with a selection of limited and exciting labels from all over the region.
Expect vibrant bottlings of Burgundy from bubbles, whites, and reds from both excellent and exigent vintages from appellations monumental and minuscule; with a sneak peek listed below:
Parigot La Sentinelle Extra Brut NV, Crémant de Bourgogne – a Blanc de Blancs sparkling wine of Chardonnay & Aligoté from the originators of the AOC, 3 years on lees, 4g/l dosage.
DomaineSt Antoine Chablis Vielles Vignes Magnum 2021 – A decadent white wine of Chardonnay from a four-century-old estate in the heart of the region, old vines, old barrels
Domaine Thibert Pouilly-Vinzelles 2017 – A mineral powered white wine of Chardonnay from Jurassic limestone soils, aged in barrel and tank for 18-22 months, unfiltered
DomaineA&R Corcia Mercurey Le Clos Pontot Monopole Blanc 2021 – Singular white wine of Chardonnay from the inaugural vintage of the Corcia family acquiring the estate, old vines, wholebunches
DomaineA&R Corcia Mercurey Le Clos Pontot Monopole Rouge 2021 – Singular red wine of Pinot Noir from the inaugural vintage of the Corcia family acquiring the estate, old vines, wholebunches
Pierre Ravaut Ladoix Clos Royer 2020, Côtes de Beaune – A generous and age-worthy red wine of Pinot Noir from the foothills of Corton, fully destemmed, aged for a year in new & used barrels
To go alongside this highly curated selection of wines, our guests will be able to enjoy the full menu of Bisous a la carte with more information to be found here
To reserve a space and book your table please feel free to contact the team at Bisous directly by phone 096 025 5858 or by visiting their booking page here. We hope to see you there!
The importance of Jon Bonne’s book “The New French Wine,” can be seen in wine communities throughout the world, as the love of French low-intervention and natural wines continues to help define the narrative of this great wine country’s legacy both at home and abroad. These winemakers, from the smallest families to multi-generational estates, rely on deeply human elements remaining at the center of the wines that we enjoy, a reminder that the best wines are made by great people in beautiful places. This book allows us as readers, whether in Thailand, France, or anywhere else in the world, to gain a deeper understanding of why this quiet revolution in French wine is so deeply important to the world of wine and how we enjoy it in so many facets.
Upon reading Bonne’s book, it is no accident that many of the French winemakers, producers, and vignerons we supply and work with here in Thailand grace the pages of Jon’s insightful analysis of the future of French wine. These are producers from every region of France whose wines have captivated us, and we are now able to shed a more profound light on all the hard work and achievements in their craft.
To know just exactly who is mentioned and a part of the driving factor of this New French Wine movement, we have listed below all of the producers we have available in our book from region to region, and we hope you are as excited as we are to drink and discover (and sometimes rediscover) these wines and winemakers.
Alsace & Lorraine
Domaine Vincent Fleith – Carrying a family history of winemaking going back to the 1600’s, Vincent has led the Fleith estate since 1996 ushering in a strict adherence to biodynamics amongst both their Grand Cru and more idiosynchratic cuvees in shades of white, orange, and red.
Le Vignoble du Reveur – A second project from famed winemaker Matthieu Deiss, this estate crafts elegant and somewhat experimental wines that vibrate outside the frequency typical appellation wines
Domaine Valentin Zusslin – Now run by brother and sister, Jean-Paul and Marie Zusslin, this family has been making biodynamic wine since 1997. Their Cremants and Grand Cru whites are absolutely standout classics from the region
Domaine Migot – Camille Migot now helms the family estate based in the diminutive region of Lorraine, these are cool and subtle wines made from Pinot, Gamay, Auxerrois, and a Vin Gris that is not to be missed.
Burgundy & Beaujolais
Domaine Berthaut-Gerbet – Headed by young winemaker Amelie Berthaut who took over the estate at the age of 25 after years of traveling and working all throughout the wine world. These are some of the most spectacular and undercover red Burgundy wines we have had the pleasure of drinking
Jerome Galeyrand – Based in the tiny village of Saint-Philibert, you’ll find minimalist winemaker Jerome Galeyrand making vibrant and ecstatic red and white wines from Cote de Nuits and beyond
Domaine Marc Roy – Run by 4th generation winemaker Alexandrine Roy, this 4 hectare estate in Gevrey Chambertin boasts some of the most decadent and age worthy Burgundy in our book
Domaine Douhairet Porcheret – A three century old property in Monthelie that was inherited by Armande Douhairet in the 1980’s. Nowadays, some very serious wines coming from vineyards in Volnay, Meursault and more
Santini Collective – French American winemkaer Chris Santini specializes in off the beaten path Burgundy, creating a prismatic selection of white and red negociant wines in his cellar in Auxey-Duresses
Vincent Dauvissat – The hegemonic ideal of classic Chablis, to drink Dauvissat is to understand the very best of what Northern Burgundian chardonnay has to offer. Crystalline and ethereal.
Eleonore Moreau – Eleonore of Domaine des Peregrins makes accessible and joyous Chardonnay wines of Chablis and Petit Chablis that are becoming more and more popular throughout the world
Domaine Pattes Loup – Thomas Pico is one of the new generation of Chablis’ most ambitious winemakers and his wines are clear evidence as to why. These are textural and savory Chardonnay’s that show a deepness most counterparts cannot contend with.
Domaine de la Cadette – Valentin, a second generation winemaker, tends to a myriad of vineyards (Planted by his parents) and negociant projects in a satellite region of North Burgundy situated between Chablis and the Loire.
Anne Sophie Dubois – An outlier in Beaujolais’s Fleurie Cru, Anne Sophie’s wines have taken the Gamay grape to new heights from older vine plantings manifested into approachable and serious cuvees.
Domaine Richard Rottiers – Originating from Chablis, the Rottiers have quickly cemented themselves as some of the most standout producers of Gamay in the region with gorgeous wines made from Moulin-A-Vent fruit
The Loire Valley
Domaine de Belle Vue – Encompassing 12 hectares in the very south of Muscadet country, Jerome Bretaudeau has transported the status of this previously unassuming white wine into otherworldly territory, captivating a profound sense of minerality not often seen in these wines.
Damien Laureau – A crown jewel of Savennieres and thus the varietal of Chenin Blanc, these are some of the most serious white wines available in the Loire grown from old vines on deeply historic terroir
Domaine du Bel Air – In the eastern part of Bourgeuil, one can find husband and wife team Pierre and Catherine Gauthier making incredibly nuanced and age-worthy Cabernet Franc from legacy vineyards such as Clos Nouveau
Domaine de la Chevalerie – A historic property dating back to 1640, this is one of the most exciting modern day producers in the Bourgeuil producing dynamic and elegant wines from vineyards that go back over a century.
Olga Raffault – Based in Chinon, Olga’s 25 hectare property encompasses some of the most important terroir in the region with her production paying homage to Chenin Blanc and Cab Franc in the best possible ways. Her wines are astounding and get even better with time.
La Grange Tiphaine – Run by Damien and Coralie Delecheneau in Amboise, they have been making wine for over 20 years and celebrate the authenticity and beauty of local Loire varietals like Cot (Malbec) and Grolleau.
Lise & Bertrand Jousset – Seeking a sense of profound serendipity, winemaking couple Lise & Bertrand left their previous careers to pursue the production of pristine Chenin (among other varietals) in Montlouis sur Loire with a range of labels encompassing everything from sparkling petnat, oxidative whites, and high toned reds.
Frantz Saumon – Championing forgotten grape varietals, Frantz has a way of conveying the beauty of these wines through his 7 hectares of biodynamically farmed vineyards throughout Montlouis.
Marie Thibault – Marie works 3.5 hectares of diverse plots of red and white varietals in Valleres, making lovely gastronomic reds from Grolleau and Gamay along with white and sparkling wines from Chenin Blanc.
Alexis Hudon – Quebecois sommelier turned winemaker, Alexis first worked alongside the Jousset’s cutting his teeth in the mineral soils of the Loire valley. Today he runs his own production, making jovial and fun natural wines with blends of local, indigenous varietals.
Clos du Tue Boeuf – Perhaps one of the most important natural winemaking families in the Loire (if not the world) the Puzelat’s carry a deep legacy of natural winemaking in the region and produce a staggering array of unforgettable and dynamic red, white, and rose wines.
Domaine Claude Riffault – A biodynamic focused estate in the Loire, Stephane the son of Claude, now produces incredibly noteworthy Sauvignon Blanc from the families mineral focused parcels in Sancerre. We have been working with these wines for 10 years now!
Jura
Stephane & Benedicte Tissot – Amongst all of the cultic acclaim that this region has received over the past years, the wines of Domaine Tissot will always act as a standard bearer for the potential of biodynamic viticulture and deeply mindful winemaking of the region. Tissot is an absolute must for anyone looking to more fully explore the wines of the Jura
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Savoie
Domaine des Ardoisieres – Hailing from one of the smallest winemaking regions in France, winemaker Brice Omont has excited and astounded us for years with his scintillating white and red wines made from the regions most distinguished varietals.
Domaine Gilles Berlioz – In a village known for it’s conventional production, the wines of Gilles Berlioz are a welcome reprieve for Chignin. Making wine from inherited vineyards, his Mondeuse red is a benchmark for the varietals soft-spoken fame
Domaine Curtet – Having previously worked with the aformentioned Berlioz family, Marie and her husband produce wines from local varietals in Motz grown with pure biodynamic principles on their farm.
The Rhone Valley
Domaine du Coulet – Cornas native Matthieu Barret is a seventh generation winemaker, having taken over the Coulet estate in 2001 and carrying with him a storied past of winemaking greatness. His wines juxtapose ruggedness and elegance, crafting new dimensions for the capabilites of Syrah in the northern Rhone.
Herve Souhaut – Situated between the Rhone and Ardeche, natural winemakers Herve and Beatrice Souhaut have created a captivating collection of red and white sans souffre wines.
Domaine Charvin – For Chateauneuf de Pape, one need look no further than the wines of Laurent Charvin. The weighty and structured reds of this region see a shining light of exuberance through this Domaine’s delicate handicraft.
Clos du Joncuas – ‘Sisters Dany and Carole Chastan are essential defenders of Grenache’s good name in the Rhone villages’ and we couldn’t agree more. These wines are a brilliant reimagining of the reds of Gigondas and Vacqueyras
Provence
Clos Cibonne – Potentially one of the greatest and most historically important producers of rose in France, originating from the region that has given this style so much acclaim. Crafting pink hued wines in old barrels from the native grape of Tibouren, these are not your typical provencal wines.
Languedoc & Roussillon
Clos Fantine – A family run estate set amongst the rustic backdrop of southern France where rolling hills of garrigue and wild vines act as a signifier for this classic’s estates low intervention take on regional red winemaking
Domaine des Enfants – An Oregon native who found her calling in the Roussillon, Carrie Summer and her Swiss husband have channelled the powerful energy of their Maury terroir into the styling of their red, white, and sweet wines.
Bordeaux
Chateau Massereau – The wines of Massereau act almost like a time-machine into what Bordeaux used to be and as well the great potential it has for the production of minimal intervention wines in the region. This is a fully biodynamic and organically farmed estate that rings true to the regional nature of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and more without all of the unnecessary additions.
Domaine de Galouchey – Winemaker and restaurateur Marco Pelletier is multi-talented to say the least. This Vin de Jardin or “Garden Wine” is about as iconoclastic as Bordeaux comes, resulting in one labelling of ethereal red wine produced from all of the varietals the region has to offer planted on less than a hectare.
For more information on what cuvees are available from this stunning selection of revolutionary French winemakers please inquire at marketing@winegarage.asia for a copy of our most recent portfolio to explore our entire selection.
Join us at El Mercado Grocery Pai Sing To for a casual get together to explore 10 European cheeses selected from the 5 different cheese types Saturday Mar 23rd. Each freshly sliced portion is paired with a taste of wine selected from France, Spain or Portugal, including a sparkling, a few whites, reds and a sweet. The cheese specialist will offer a taste at thb 99 net, or pick the set of five for thb 450. If you are out to get the most out of this experience purchase the entire offer at thb 800.
This diverse selection will cover five delicious categories of cheeses such as: Goat’s milk, soft cheeses, mountain & alpine, blue cheese, and of course the delightfully pungent washed rind cheeses with lots of character. Alongside this, each category will have a selection of wines that can be found to pair and contrast with all of these lovely fresh, fragrant, floral, and sometimes funky flavors
Goat Cheeses will be paired with an idyllic crisp and grassy Sauvignon Blanc from the Loire’s Domaine Berthier for the white, and a decadent and structured red of Toro, Spain from Dehesa La Granja for the red.
Soft Cheeses such like Brie will find an accompaniment in the form of a bubbly brut of Cremant du Jura from Frederic Lornet, along with an elegant and savory sans-soufre Malbec from one of our favorite producers in the Cahors, Chateau du Cedre
The Mountainous cheeses, fairing well with both coastal and alpine wines will be paired with Cote 45 Ube Miraflores, an oxidative Palomino from Andalusia, Spain, and the local Poulsard from Domaine des Carlines in the Jura.
The rich, strong, and character driven cheeses will find themselves paired with a creamy Chardonnay of Limoux, France from Domaine Altugnac as well as a lush, ripe, and savory Verdejo from Belondrade y Lurton in Rueda, Spain.
Finally, the blues, in all their moldy glory will be paired with complex sweet wine like Cabidos St Clement from a Thai winemaker based in the Southwest of France, along with a lovely offering of a spiced and earthy red blend from Portuguese producer Quinta Montalto.
On Thursday, March 28th we will be fulfilling all your Champagne wishes and Caviar dreams at Bistrot de La Mer, Sindhorn Kempinski’s premier French seafood restaurant. With the help of Arlaux Champagne and Aki Caviar we will be hosting Pierre-Christian Tramier, owner of the illustrious Champagne house and Parisian-based atelier for an exquisite tasting of five limited labels paired with a selection of caviar laced bites from Aki.
This unique pairing is available for one night only and is limited to 18 guests with bookings available for groups or solo diners looking to take a delightful foray into extravagance. This meet and greet with Pierre-Christian is the perfect apero starting 1830 hrs or even as a segue into a night of Mediterranean delicacies to be had at Bistrot de La Mer.
As well, the team at Bistrot de La Mer have prepared a special menu designed to highlight the best aspects of Aki’s pristinely selected Caviar alongside limited selections of some of Pierre-Christian’s most exciting cuvees of Champagne. The menu can be found here below:
For more information on reserving your spot @ thb 2,900++ or questions about the event, or information on the full menu of Bistrot de la Mer please feel free to email fb.sindhorn@kempinski.com or check their website here
We are looking forward to clinking glasses of bubbly and raising pearled spoons of caviar with all our lovely guests on Thursday the 28th of March!
