A deep dive into two of Italy's classic wine regions: Salento in Puglia and Valpolicella in Veneto.

Compare Southern Italy's sun-drenched Primitivo and Negroamaro with Valpolicella's elegant Ripasso and powerful Amarone.

🗣 Led by Yan, Brand Ambassador / Language: Cantonese

⏰ Session 1: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM | Session 2: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

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🍷 Featured Wine List:

• Masseria Cuturi "Tuma" Primitivo Salento IGT 2023

• Masseria Cuturi "Zacinto" Negroamaro Salento IGT 2024

• Masseria Cuturi "Chidro" Primitivo di Manduria DOC 2022

• Masseria Cuturi "Monte Diavoli" Primitivo di Manduria DOC 2021

• Massimago "Marchesa Mariabella" Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso DOC 2022

• Massimago "Conte Gastone" Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG 2020

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🏘️ About the Wineries

Masseria Cuturi:

A 17th-century organic estate in Manduria, Puglia. Viticulture began in 1881 when Countess Sabini brought a Primitivo cutting as a wedding dowry. Today, 42 hectares are dedicated to native varieties — Primitivo, Negroamaro, Aglianico, and Minutolo — farmed with certified organic and sustainable practices.

Massimago:

A certified organic boutique winery in Eastern Valpolicella's Mezzane Valley. Established in 1883 and revitalized in 2003 by Camilla Rossi Chauvenet, this 30-hectare estate produces elegant, modern wines with a dedicated on-site fruttaio for their iconic Amarone.

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Discover the art of caviar from a true connoisseur.

Learn tasting techniques, explore the craft behind caviar-making, and pair it all with expertly matched wines.

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🥂 What's Included:

• 3 premium caviars on tasting

• 2 white wines & 1 Champagne

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🐟 Caviars Featured:

• Caviar Baerii — Siberian Sturgeon

• Caviar Osciètre — Russian Sturgeon

• Caviar Amur Kaluga — Amur & Kaluga Sturgeon

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🍷 Wines Featured:

• Domaine Bersan, Chablis 2023 — Bourgogne

• Champagne Lhuillier, Brut Tradition — Champagne

• Château du Nozay, Clos du Nozay 2023 — Loire

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👤 About Joey Hau

Raised in the Netherlands and now based in Hong Kong, Joey Hau has developed a passion for premium products — what he calls his eight C's: chocolate, cognac, caviar, cigars, charcuterie, champagne, coffee, and cheese. A true all-rounder and the perfect guide for this indulgent evening.

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An extraordinary evening showcasing prestigious Burgundy wines from Domaine Vincent Girardin including three Grand Crus expertly paired with refined Cantonese cuisine at the iconic two-Michelin-starred The Eight.

🎤 Host: Marco Caschera, Commercial Director of Vincent Girardin

💰 MOP$2,888 net per person

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🍷 Featured Wine List:

• Bourgogne Blanc Cuvée Saint Vincent 2023

• Meursault 1er Cru 'Les Genevrières' 2022

• Puligny Montrachet 1er Cru 'Les Folatières' 2022

• Clos de la Roche Grand Cru 2009

• Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru 2009

• Échézeaux Grand Cru 2009

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🍽️ Pairing Menu:

• Honey Glazed Barbecued Pork | Pan-fried Superior Bird's Nest with Crabmeat in "Pei Pa" Style

• Sautéed Boston Lobster with Mince Pork and Salted Fish

• Braised Fish Maw with Quinoa in Supreme Broth

• Braised Pork Spare Rib with Basil and Dried Tangerine Peel

• Thick Noodles Tossed with Abalone and Sliced Chicken in Thickened Broth

• Double-boiled Fresh Pear with Birch Seeds and Peach Resin

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🍇 About Vincent Girardin:

Maison Vincent Girardin is a benchmark Burgundy estate based in Meursault, renowned for precision, purity, and exceptional Côte de Beaune white and red wines. Founded in 1980 by Vincent Girardin, an 11th-generation winemaker from Santenay, the brand grew from a mere 2 hectares to an internationally acclaimed estate.

In 2012, the house was acquired by La Compagnie des Vins d'Autrefois, while the technical team led by winemaker Éric Germain remained intact to preserve the signature style. Today, approximately 32 hectares are cultivated using biodynamic principles, with a continued focus on minimal intervention and pure terroir expression.

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The flagship event of California Wine Month 2026, Sips of Summer brings the golden spirit of California to Hong Kong such as three days of exquisite wines, sustainability, and vibrant entertainment in the heart of Central.

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🍷 Wine Discovery Tasting Menu:

Curated tasting flights featuring iconic and emerging California wines — 2 glasses per flight at HK$100, presented by professional sommeliers:

• Danny Ng — California Wine Institute Sommelier Ambassador
• Reeze Choi — ASI Best Sommelier of Asia & Pacific 2025
• Alan Liu — Advanced Sommelier

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🎵 Live Music & DJ:

• OJ Reambillo — Fri 26th, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• Zelos Wong — Sat 27th, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• BB Lamb (DJ) — Fri 26th & Sat 27th, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Terence — Sun 28th, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

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🍇 What to Expect:

• Mini-exhibition celebrating 50 years of the Judgment of Paris
• Interactive displays and archival photos of California wine history
• Sustainable wines direct from California, many unavailable in Hong Kong

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🔞 All guests must be 18 years or older. Please enjoy responsibly.

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A landmark auction featuring three extraordinary collections:The Extraordinary Cellar of a Beloved European Restaurant, a treasure trove built over fifty years through friendships with the greatest producers in Burgundy and Bordeaux.The Opera Cellar: Nobiskällaren, one of the most remarkable restaurant cellars ever presented, from Operakällaren within Stockholm's Royal Opera House since 1787; and Comte de Vogüé and More of a Media Innovator, over one hundred lots of exceptional Burgundy and Champagne from a longtime West Coast collector.

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🥂 Auction Highlights

• The Extraordinary Cellar of a Beloved European Restaurant

• The Opera Cellar: Nobiskällaren (Operakällaren, Stockholm)

• Comte de Vogüé and More of a Media Innovator

• Exceptional Burgundy, Bordeaux & Champagne• Château Lafleur 1982 Pomerol (featured lot)

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🍇 About Acker

Founded in 1820, Acker is the world's oldest and most respected wine auction house. Renowned for curating exceptional cellars and rare bottles from the most prestigious estates, Acker continues to set the standard for fine wine auctions globally.

This relaxed discovery tasting features Unico Zelo, Australia’s cult-favorite pioneer of alternative grape varieties. With eight adventurous wines all priced under HK$200, it's the perfect chance to find your next "wow, where did you get that?" bottle🍇

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🍷 Featured Wine List:

• Unico Zelo Sea Foam Fiano 2023 (Pét-Nat)

• Unico Zelo Jade & Jasper Fiano 2022

• Unico Zelo Esoterico 2022 (Zibbibo, Gewürztraminer, Moscato Giallo, Greco, Chardonnay)

• Unico Zelo Origami Rosé 2023 (Grenache, Sangiovese, Dolcetto)

• Unico Zelo Jungle Jungle Dolcetto 2023

• Unico Zelo The River Nero d'Avola 2022

• Unico Zelo Truffle Hound Barbera Nebbiolo 2024

• Unico Zelo Delta Blue 2022 (Touriga Nacional, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc)

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🏛️ About Unico Zelo

Founded in 2014 by husband-and-wife duo Brendan and Laura Carter, Unico Zelo is a cult-favorite Australian winery celebrated for its playful, Italian-inspired wines made from climate-smart grape varieties like Fiano, Nero d'Avola, and Dolcetto. Based in the Adelaide Hills and Riverland, they champion drought-resistant varietals that thrive in Australia's hot, dry climate. In 2019, Unico Zelo became the first winery in Australia to achieve B-Corp certification, reflecting their commitment to environmental regeneration, including dedicating 1% of new product revenue to jungle reforestation🌿

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