Chateau Olivier White 2014

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Most tasting notes for white wines are now outdated, and recent reviews are rare. I tasted again last evening with some new-wave Cantonese dishes in a restaurant on Observatory Road. Gold with bright clarity. No signs of oxidation. The wine is still very lively, with citrus flavours like lemon and grapefruit, crisp white peach, and a strong mineral backbone. Its fresh acidity gives it lift and length. The mid-palate is textured, with some creamy development, but it is focused and energetic. The finish is long, clean, and mineral, with lingering citrus and a gentle touch of salinity.

Reference tasting notes and experience are difficult to come by with this medium-bodied wine (13% ABV). The average Wine-Searcher price is about HK$350 to HK$430 per bottle, and international critics usually score it between 91 and 94 points, showing its steady quality and ageing potential. Our price of $ 299 is almost a steal.

It is surprisingly good that Château Olivier 2014 Blanc is still performing so well after more than 12 years. It blends freshness with new secondary flavors. The wine is at its peak now and should stay excellent for another two to three years. Recent tastings in Scotland and Ireland confirm its quality, with reviewers commending its refinement and depth.