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Toast to Innovation: Champagne Pommery Unveils New Cuvée in Hong Kong

2025-05-27

Author: Ming

A Bold Move into Hong Kong's Culinary Scene

Champagne Pommery is making waves in Hong Kong's vibrant fine dining landscape as it launches its latest cuvée, the Apanage Brut 1874. This strategic venture aims to establish a 'Champagne Pommery community' in one of Asia's gastronomic capitals.

Celebrating History and Flavor

In a nod to history, the launch commemorates the 150th anniversary of Madame Louise Pommery’s pioneering creation of the first dry Champagne, marking a pivotal shift from the era of sweeter wines. The introduction of Apanage Brut, paired perfectly with exquisite culinary creations, showcases the evolution of taste and tradition.

An Unforgettable Pairing Dinner

On April 28, 2025, Pommery hosted a spectacular wine pairing dinner at the newly revamped Donovan restaurant. This exclusive event was elevated by dishes curated by renowned chefs Donovan Cooke and Scott Pickett, where the star of the evening was the Apanage Brut 1874.

Expanding Horizons in Hong Kong

Inspired by the success of the evening, Champagne Pommery plans to deepen its roots in Hong Kong through further collaborations with its distributor, Metabev. CEO Ken Moroi expressed enthusiasm about expanding their footprint, saying, "We’re laying out a lively plan to engage the dynamic culinary scene here."

Future Events on the Horizon

With several potential venues in sight, including the esteemed Gaddi’s and Lala, Moroi is eager to host more pairing dinners this fall and next spring, each bringing its own unique flair while maintaining the brand's core values of audacity, deliciousness, and community engagement.

Culinary Expertise Meets Exceptional Wine

Chef Scott Pickett, an Australian culinary maestro, crafted a tantalizing menu featuring oceanic and land-based delicacies to showcase the nuances of the Apanage Brut 1874. The evening was complemented by Cooke’s signature Hokkaido urchin chawanmushi, a delectable steamed egg dish that harmonized beautifully with the bubbly.

Artful Pairings to Delight the Palate

Apanage Brut 1874, blended by Champagne Pommery’s Clément Pierlot, combines vintages from 2012, 2015, and 2018, maturing for two years in the famed chalk pits of Reims. The cuvée’s effervescence and floral notes were unveiled alongside a pairing of tender King salmon with the exquisite Apanage Rosé, creating a symphony of flavors.

A Captivating Culinary Experience

Moroi noted, "With Donovan's culinary prowess grounded in French traditions, our Champagne pairings were intentionally crafted to match the intensity of the menu, particularly the union of our Apanage Brut 1874 and the unique urchin dish." Pommery is keen to continue this interactive journey of taste in Hong Kong’s thriving gastronomy scene.