{"title":"Francois Buffet","description":"\u003cp\u003eMarc-Olivier Buffet, the eighth generation of his family, became the main player\n\u003cbr\u003eat Domaine Francois Buffet in 2005. Today, the Domaine covers an area of\n\u003cbr\u003emore than 7.5 hectares and produces 15 appellations using grapes grown in\n\u003cbr\u003ethe municipalities of Volnay and Pommard. The wine-making here is traditional,\n\u003cbr\u003eand depending on the cru and vintage, grapes are either fully, partially, or not\n\u003cbr\u003edestemmed at all. The wines then mature in barrels for approximately18 months\n\u003cbr\u003e(with 20% new oak).\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"francois-buffet-bourgogne-aligote-les-futs-2021","title":"Francois Buffet Bourgogne Aligote Les Fats 2021","description":"","brand":"Omtis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47792334831787,"sku":"IO010-21","price":188.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3023\/7867\/files\/francois_buffet_bourgogne_aligote_les_fats.jpg?v=1789198433"},{"product_id":"francois-buffet-volnay-1er-cru-carelle-sous-la-chapelle-2021","title":"Francois Buffet Volnay 1er Cru Carelle Sous La Chapelle 2021","description":"","brand":"Omtis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47792341778603,"sku":"IO015-21","price":718.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3023\/7867\/files\/francois_buffet_volnay_1er_cru_carelle_sous_la_chapelle_1_1.jpg?v=1789198456"},{"product_id":"francois-buffet-bourgogne-aligote-les-futs-2023","title":"Francois Buffet Bourgogne Aligote Les Fats 2023","description":"","brand":"Omtis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47792636395691,"sku":"IO010-23","price":188.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3023\/7867\/files\/francois_buffet_bourgogne_aligote_les_fats_1_1.jpg?v=1789200398"},{"product_id":"francois-buffet-volnay-1er-cru-champans-2022","title":"Francois Buffet Volnay 1er Cru Champans 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n        body { font-family: Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 20px; }\n        h2 { color: #333; }\n        h4 { color: #555; }\n        p { margin: 10px 0; }\n    \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDomaine François Buffet Volnay 1er Cru Champans 2022\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Domaine François Buffet in Burgundy’s Volnay, the 1er Cru Champans 2022 is a refined 100% Pinot Noir from sloping, limestone-rich soils. Fermented with one-third whole clusters and aged in French oak barrels, it is vegan-friendly, offering a ruby hue with vibrant complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA refined, elegant red with vibrant fruit, showcasing Volnay’s terroir.\u003cbr\u003eThe nose reveals red cherry, plum, and peppery spice, with hints of earth and smoke. On the palate, it’s medium-bodied and balanced, with fine tannins, crisp acidity, and flavors of dark fruit, violets, and a long, fleshy finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAwards and Accolades\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 Volnay 1er Cru Champans earned 94 points from \u003cem\u003eDecanter\u003c\/em\u003e for its concentrated elegance, 92–94 points from \u003cem\u003eVinous\u003c\/em\u003e for its irresistible balance, and 91.5 points from \u003cem\u003eCellarTracker\u003c\/em\u003e for its vibrant fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair this red with Western dishes like roasted duck or mushroom risotto to highlight its vibrant fruit and minerality. For Chinese cuisine, try 豉汁蒸排骨, 燒鴨, 香菇燉雞, 紅燒肉, 醬爆牛柳, or 椒鹽雞翼 to complement its silky texture and savory notes. Ideal for refined dinners or casual gatherings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eServing and Cellaring\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe at 16°C with one hour of decanting to enhance aromas. Enjoy now or cellar until 2040 for added complexity, developing deeper earthy and spice notes. Explore our Volnay collection for more Pinot Noir classics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlcohol: 13% ABV\u003cbr\u003eResidual Sugar: Not specified\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Cork\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Omtis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47792756883627,"sku":"IO016-22","price":648.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3023\/7867\/files\/francois_buffet_volnay_1er_cru_champans_1_1.jpg?v=1789201323"},{"product_id":"francois-buffet-volnay-1er-cru-carelle-sous-la-chapelle-2022","title":"Francois Buffet Volnay 1er Cru Carelle Sous La Chapelle 2022","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFrom Domaine François Buffet in France’s Volnay, the Volnay 1er Cru Carelle Sous La Chapelle 2022 is a refined 100% Pinot Noir sourced from a 0.44-hectare parcel close to Thomas Bouley’s replanted section, on sandy, friable soils with a limestone base that impart finesse and vibrancy. Hand-harvested grapes from the balanced 2022 vintage—marked by moderate conditions yielding concentrated yet elegant fruit—undergo whole-cluster fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, followed by 12-18 months' aging in French oak barrels (20-30% new) to enhance texture and purity. As a small domaine of 8 hectares with 6 Volnay 1er Crus, emphasizing sustainable practices, this production yields a ruby red wine with garnet edges and poised elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e A refined, mid-weight Volnay with delicate violet and fresh red-berry notes, unfolding into vibrant, light-footed complexity and a stony, lingering finish from 60-year-old vines. The nose reveals raspberry, cherry, and hints of violet, spice, and forest floor. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and harmonious, with fine tannins, bright acidity, and flavors of juicy red berries, earth, and a touch of minerality, leading to a long, graceful finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwards and Accolades\u003c\/strong\u003e The 2022 Volnay 1er Cru Carelle Sous La Chapelle earned 92 points from Jasper Morris (Inside Burgundy) for its vibrant fruit and refined balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing and Cellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e Serve at 14-16°C with 30-45 minutes of decanting to enhance aromas. Ideal with roasted poultry, mushroom dishes, or charcuterie. Enjoy now through 2035, developing greater earthy and silky nuances over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 13.5% ABV \u003cbr\u003eResidual Sugar: \u0026lt;1 g\/L \u003cbr\u003eClosure: Cork\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Omtis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47793034494123,"sku":"IO015-22","price":668.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3023\/7867\/files\/francois_buffet_volnay_1er_cru_carelle_sous_la_chapelle_1_1_1.jpg?v=1789202047"},{"product_id":"francois-buffet-volnay-1er-cru-carelle-sous-la-chapelle-2023","title":"Francois Buffet Volnay 1er Cru Carelle Sous La Chapelle 2023","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFrom Domaine François Buffet in France’s Volnay, the Volnay 1er Cru Carelle Sous La Chapelle 2023 is a refined 100% Pinot Noir sourced from a 0.44-hectare parcel close to Thomas Bouley’s replanted section, on sandy, friable soils with a limestone base that impart finesse and vibrancy. Hand-harvested grapes from the balanced 2023 vintage—marked by moderate conditions yielding concentrated yet elegant fruit—undergo whole-cluster fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, followed by 12-18 months' aging in French oak barrels (20-30% new) to enhance texture and purity. As a small domaine of 8 hectares with 6 Volnay 1er Crus, emphasizing sustainable practices, this production yields a ruby red wine with garnet edges and poised elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e A fine, light-footed Volnay with mid-season cherries, elegant florals, and subtle minerality, unfolding into vibrant complexity with a stony, lingering finish from 60-year-old vines. The nose reveals raspberry, cherry, and hints of violet, spice, and forest floor. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and harmonious, with fine tannins, bright acidity, and flavors of juicy red berries, earth, and a touch of minerality, leading to a long, graceful finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwards and Accolades\u003c\/strong\u003e The 2023 Volnay 1er Cru Carelle Sous La Chapelle earned 92 points from Jasper Morris (Inside Burgundy) for its vibrant fruit and refined balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing and Cellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e Serve at 14-16°C with 30-45 minutes of decanting to enhance aromas. Ideal with roasted poultry, mushroom dishes, or charcuterie. 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The vineyard is on marl-limestone soils, which give the wine its power and ability for long aging. Domaine François Buffet has two parcels here: “young vines” around 50 years old and old vines around 80 years old, lending concentration and natural complexity. The 2023 vintage in Burgundy was mixed, with a cool, rainy summer until mid-August, then a heat wave that accelerated ripening, resulting in wines with rich structure, a blend of freshness and roundness. Wines are matured in barrel over 22 months, with one racking in the summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wine is described as “tannique, tout en conservant une très belle finesse séduisante” – tannic, yet retaining a very beautiful, seductive finesse. The nose is expressive, full of fruit and floral notes, with a dark, spicy side. On the palate, it has a silky, tannic bite, buckets of fruit, and a long, peppery finish. A related 2023 Volnay (Champans) from the same domaine shows lifted aromas of red cherries, crushed strawberries, and a whisper of violet, with silky tannins, vibrant acidity, and a saline minerality leading to a persistent, spice-kissed finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing and Cellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe at 17–18°C. The wine has great aging potential due to its terroir and 18 months of oak aging. A similar 2023 Volnay 1er Cru from another producer has a drinking potential of 8 years. It pairs ideally with oeufs en meurette (eggs in red wine), white meats, risotto with morel mushrooms, roasted poultry, and medium-aged cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Omtis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47793493213355,"sku":"IO017-23","price":668.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3023\/7867\/files\/francois_buffet_volnay_1er_cru_clos_des_chenes_1_1_1.jpg?v=1789203416"},{"product_id":"francois-buffet-volnay-1er-cru-clos-des-chenes-2022","title":"Francois Buffet Volnay 1er Cru Clos des Chenes 2022","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eClos des Chênes is one of Volnay’s most prestigious and historically significant Premier Cru vineyards, located on the mid-slope with a mix of limestone and clay soils that favor Pinot Noir. François Buffet is a small, family-run domaine in Volnay that focuses on traditional, terroir-driven winemaking. The 2022 vintage in Burgundy was warm and favorable, producing wines with good ripeness, balanced acidity, and refined tannins. This cuvée is made from 100% Pinot Noir, hand-harvested, gently crushed, and fermented with indigenous yeasts, followed by aging in oak barrels (typically 30–40% new) for about 12–14 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2022 Clos des Chênes shows bright red cherry, raspberry, and wild strawberry, layered with subtle notes of violet, sandalwood, fine earth, and a hint of spice and toast from the oak. The palate is medium-bodied, with silky tannins, fresh acidity, and a long, elegant finish that carries a delicate mineral and floral lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing and Cellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe at 14–16°C, ideally decanted or opened about an hour before serving. This wine is ready to drink now and will also develop beautifully over the next 10–15 years, gaining more complexity and depth while retaining its signature elegance. 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