Step into the lost world of old Bordeaux at our wine tasting event on Aug 22 (Fri), featuring the rare 1995, 1996, 1998, 1999, and 2000 vintages from Chateau Bel Air-Marquis d'Aligre. These wines, crafted by the legendary Jean-Pierre Boyer, having produced over 69 vintages since his birth in 1933, capture a bygone era when Bordeaux prized elegance and longevity over the bold, tannic, oak-driven styles of today. 🍷
In the 19th and early 20th centuries, Bordeaux wines were known for their subtlety, purity, and delicacy. These qualities are preserved in Jean-Pierre Boyer’s untouched methods, characterized by low alcohol content (≤12.5%), minimal oak influence, and complex, terroir-driven flavors that evoke a Burgundian-like elegance. With only 2,500 cases produced annually from 13 of his 50 hectares in Margaux, and many held back for years before release, these bottles are true hidden gems, cherished by those fortunate enough to discover them.
Boyer’s vines, with even the youngest over 50 years old and some exceeding 140 years on original roots, include ancient strains and lost varieties, tended without chemicals. Rejecting modern oak barrels since the 1950s as mere “marketing gimmicks,” he uses natural fermentation and ages his wines in century-old cement vats for two to three years. The result is light-colored, medium-bodied wines with delicate, ripe fruit and a silky texture, described by Neal Martin of Vinous as “expressions of terroir in its most unadulterated and unmasked form.” These wines age gracefully for 40+ years, offering a complexity and finesse nearly extinct in today’s Bordeaux.
Don’t miss this chance to taste history, crafted by a man who worked the legendary 1947 vintage and stands as one of Bordeaux’s last true traditionalists. With just 8 spots available, tickets are $450 per person, featuring an exclusive selection valued at over $4,000. Reserve yours for an evening of discovery and reverence.
For those interested, please email sales@vynluna.com to secure your spot, with name, number of participants, and all participants’ email addresses, as spaces are limited. Payment is required in advance to confirm your reservation.
Event Details
Date: 22 Aug 2025 (Friday)
Time: 6:30pm-7:30pm
Location: Vynluna Wines - Central Shop
G/F Shop, 5 Chiu Lung Street, Central, Hong Kong
Price: HK$450 per person
Format: Stand-up Tasting
Featured Wines:
Chateau Bel Air-Marquis d'Aligre 1995
Chateau Bel Air-Marquis d'Aligre 1996
Chateau Bel Air-Marquis d'Aligre 1998
Chateau Bel Air-Marquis d'Aligre 1999
Chateau Bel Air-Marquis d'Aligre 2000
Terms and conditions:
Participants must be 18 years of age or older.
Vynluna Wines Limited reserves the right of final decision in case of disputes.
Tickets are available on a first come, first served basis. Tickets purchased are non-refundable.
Limited seats available. Full charge for no shows.
By attending the event, you acknowledge that photography, audio, and video recording may take place. By entering the event premises, you give consent for such media to be recorded, released, published, exhibited, or reproduced.
If the number of registered participants is less than 6, this event will be cancelled, and participants will be notified at least 1 day in advance for a full refund arrangement.
Please understand that back vintage and natural wines come with risks. We do not offer replacements for new bottles or refunds on the ticket price.