SPECIAL FEATURE: ROSÉ
SPECIAL FEATURE: ROSÉ WINES FACTS & FIGURES ROSÉ WINE Château Roubine Goes Entirely Organic Rosé wine consumption represents 9% of all still light wines sales in the world and is predicted to grow by 2.2% in the four years to 2019. This is very much off the pace of premium still light wines, which are forecast to grow by 12% in the same period. FRANCE The world’s largest consumer of rosé, with around 76 million cases, followed by the US and Germany. ASIAN MARKET Rosé remains very much a niche market in Asia, but there are signs of future growth. No Asian country features in the Top 10 selling rosé countries in the world. CHINA In China, rosé wine sales currently barely register, but they are forecast to increase by over 36% between now and 2019. KOREA Volumes of rosé in South Korea are also still marginal, though consumption has soared by 120% between 2010 and 2014. With three cuvees “Cru Classé” from Côtes de Provence, 850,000 bottles commercialized annually worldwide and over three million Euros in sales (in constant progression for the last 20 years), Château Roubine has been transformed over the past 20 years into a highly dynamic operation. Owner Valérie Rousselle has thus successfully met her challenge: to transform, modernise and optimise Château Roubine; an exceptional vineyard situated between Lorgues and Draguignan in the South of France, which she bought just on 20 years ago. Today, in order to pursue this path of success and after working in pure respect of the environment, soil and biodiversity (Reasoned Agriculture Certification since 2008 and work in biodynamic agriculture for the past 4 years), this year, Château Roubine is officially converting the entire vineyard to Biological Agriculture; thus 100 hectares of vines - home to 13 different grape varieties. Its natural energy; its team of 19 innovative professionals and its important investments (over 10 million euros in 20 years to endow the winery with the latest innovative equipment) have allowed Château Roubine to be known as the winery of excellence and innovation as well as a respected reference of the “Vins de Provence”. Its three cuvees, “Inspire”, “Terre de Croix” and “Château Roubine” offer rosé (60% of the total production), red (30%) and white (10%) wines. Furthermore, in order to face the important demand and because the domain voluntarily chose to limit the yields and seeks for optimal grape maturity, Valérie Rousselle has also just launched a totally new wine: “R” de Roubine”, in 2014, made from a meticulous selection of the best juices from the harvest of 2014. The three types of wine will be available, (red, rosé and white) which will bare a label with class and simplicity. TAIWAN In Taiwan rosé sales are predicted to double in the next three years, albeit from a very low base – with consumption of 2,500 9 litre cases in 2014. HONG KONG Rosé has a 2.4% share of the wine market in Hong Kong. JAPAN Rosé consumption has increased significantly in Japan in recent years, but still only accounts for 3.7% of total still wine sales. A Great Match For Asian Dishes Château de Manissy presented its Tavel Rosé at Vinexpo Hong Kong – a rosé that is reported to be a great match with Asia’s more spicy dishes. This strong aromatic wine, prolongs its freshness by an elegant and harmonious finish. It is a blend of Grenache, Clairette, Cinsault and Bourboulenc, from about 40 years old vines. The 30 hectare Tavel vineyard has very old plants growing on a soil of sand and pebbles, favourable for Rosé wines. Planted on soft slopes in the ancient bed dating from the Secondary Era, it benefits of a maximum of sun. Source: VINEXPO/IWSR study 20 VINEXPO DAILY / REVIEW EDITION / MONDAY 6 TH JUNE 2016
© Chensiyuan HOSPITALITY / RESTAURANTS / BARS WHERE TO GO IN Hong Kong CLUBS / EVENTS / SHOPPING / CULTURE Brought to you by In and Around The Convention Centre – A Plethora of Ideas! In this review edition of Vinexpo Daily, we have brought together, from a number of “tipsters” at this year’s show, some ideas of where to go in this fabulous city – especially for visitors to Vinexpo Hong Kong… when you come to the next edition in 2018! WAN CHAI Just south of the Convention & Exhibition Centre is (of course) the Wan Chai district, which, despite being surrounded by big modern buildings, still has a lot of old world charm. Seething with people, and a cacophony of noise from cars, buses, taxis and trams, Wan Chai has everything from local street markets selling fresh fruit and vegetables to toys and electronics. There are countless small eateries and restaurants in the area, but booking is essential at the more popular ones… otherwise you can wait for a table at the smaller establishments. Shops don’t open early – generally never before 10am, however stay open late into the evening. NIGHTSPOT – THE WANCH One of Wan Chai’s staple nightspots is a buzzing bar that labels itself as “Hong Kong’s unofficial home of live music“. Relatively “small and cosy”, the music quality is good and the atmosphere is very “local” thanks to such clever touches as posters from renowned Hong Kong movies, and seats from old local trams. It’s a great place to go for cold beer and live music – and importantly, not overly touristy. “A RIDE THROUGH HISTORY” Hong Kong is famous for its famous Victoria Harbour and city skyline. From the Wan Chai ferry pier next to the convention centre, taking the Star Ferry to the The Duk Ling on Victoria Harbour Victoria Harbour port (TST) is a cheap and excellent way to take in some great harbour views. arriving on the Kowloon side, the best place to see the skyline is from Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade. Take a relaxing stroll from the ferry station onto the Promenade, where you will find many youngsters, street performers exhibiting their talents, some “wishing to be stars” on the Avenue of Stars. Every night at 8pm there is a laser show on Victoria Harbour. The promenade is likely to be packed with people, but the sight is worth it. To get even more of the local flavour, try watching the light show from the Duk Ling – Hong Kong’s last remaining fishing junk – converted into a tourist vessel, on which one can savour a glass of wine and take in the ambiance. The boat picks up from Central and Kowloon TST piers. All in all, there are countless things to do and sights to see in the exotic and historic city of Hong Kong (another is of course heading up to the legendary Victoria Peak). Staying on an extra day or so after the trade show is generally a must! VINEXPO DAILY / REVIEW EDITION / MONDAY 6 TH JUNE 2016 21
