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Ao Yun - 2022
Ao Yun - 2022

    Ao Yun - 2022

    Monde • Vin de Chine • Red

    321,00€ tax included
    321,00€ tax included 0,00€
    321,00€ / unit
    Packaging : 1 x 75CL - Caisse Bois

    In stock - End of May 2026

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    Description

    • Country France
    • Region Monde
    • Appellation Vin de Chine
    • Color Red
    • Alcohol 12,5
    • Vintage 2022
    • Grape varieties Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Petit Verdot

    THE Ao Yun 2022 is a vintage that confirms the meteoric rise of this domaine located in the foothills of the Himalayas, in Yunnan. This wine, whose name means "flying above the clouds", is the result of extreme viticulture carried out by LVMH at an altitude of over 2,200 meters.

    New allocation, limited quantities!

    99/100 Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux
    98/100 James Suckling
    97/100 Decanter.com
    96/100 The Drinks Business

    Ratings

    Ratings

    • James Suckling 98/100
    Notes and pairings

    Notes and pairings

    Tasting notes

    A deep, brilliant ruby-garnet robe. The nose, discreet yet seductive, reveals aromas of Morello cherry, raspberry, cocoa, eucalyptus, and a subtle touch of rose, all underpinned by a marked freshness. The palate unveils a complex mosaic of ethereal fruits, perfectly integrated with fine tannins, making it approachable even in its youth. Remarkable depth and intensity, supported by superb acidity, combine power and finesse. The seemingly endless finish concludes with an appealing saline note that naturally invites another glass.

    Food & wine pairings

    A lacquered duck with crispy, caramelized skin, served with hoisin sauce (slightly sweet and salty) and thin pancakes.
    Producer

    Producer

    Ao Yun is located near the legendary and remote village of Shangri-La, in the foothills of the Himalayas. Its 27-hectare vineyard is divided into 727 plots situated on the banks of the Mekong River, within the UNESCO-protected Three Parallel Rivers area, and at the foot of the snow-capped Meili Mountains (6,800m). Each of the four villages is spread across complementary altitudes of 2,100m to 2,600m and boasts distinct soils, sun exposure, and microclimates.

    Owner and history

    Ao Yun, the first domaine Ao Yun, a Himalayan winery, was born from a dream that began in 2008: to create a unique, internationally renowned Chinese wine. Commissioned by Moët Hennessy, Dr. Tony Jordan embarked on a journey into the unknown and, after four years traversing the vast expanses of China, arrived in northern Yunnan, where he discovered a microclimate ideal for great Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. Now, the Ao Yun team, led by Maxence Dulou, General and Technical Director of the domaine, perpetuates this vision.

    The team's opinion

    The year 2022 in Yunnan was characterized by a climat contrasting. While spring was relatively dry, summer brought the necessary rainfall to nourish the vines before a bright and cool end to the season. This nighttime temperature variation, typical of high altitude, allowed for a deep color to develop and preserved a vibrant acidity, a signature of the domaine.

    • Climax 2032 à 2052