Vinexpo 2013: AOC Bordeaux and Bordeaux Superio ‘China Night’

Chateau Lafitte Bordeaux Superior Chinese Dinner What: AOC Bordeaux and Bordeaux Superio 'China Night' Where : Chateau Lafitte, Entre-Deux-Mers When: Tuesday 18th June, 7pm - late Host: Bordeaux and Bordeaux Superior Bordeaux and Bordeaux Superior organised a 'China Night' during this yearâs Vinexpo, introducing a host of Chinese importers to winemakers within the appellations of Bordeaux and Bordeaux SupÃ©rieur. Invited by Bernard Farges, president of Syndicate of AOC Bordeaux and Bordeaux SupÃ©rieur, around 50 people including importers, local producers and special guests from the AOC arrived for a drinks reception of locally produced sparkling wine at 7pm. Guests were able to sample 100 wines throughout the evening, all produced in the AOC and especially selected for Chinese palates. Dinner was opened by a speech made by Mr Farge where he expressed his appreciation to the Chinese importers' efforts in enhancing the Sino-France wine trading. âWhen our producers travel to China, we are always warmly received by the Chinese importers. Now itâs our turn to show our hospitality.â Certified CIVB lecturer and renowned Chinese wine educator Sophie Liu interpreted the opening speech into Chinese. The evening also featured a performances by Chinese singer Li Lijuan, the winner of the highly popular Chinese talent show 'the Voice of China' in Europe, and also the representative of Christie's new real estate affiliate which offers vineyard purchase services to Chinese customers. She performed several French and Chinese sings, including an original song composed by Bordeaux computer Patrick Brugalieres, as a sign of the China-Bordeaux friendship. Li Kaidong, head of UBIFRANCE, also attended the dinner. Chateau Lafitte Bordeaux Superior Chinese Dinner Chateau Lafitte Bordeaux Superior Chinese Dinner Chateau Lafitte Bordeaux Superior Chinese Dinner Chateau Lafitte Bordeaux Superior Chinese Dinner Chateau Lafitte Bordeaux Superior Chinese Dinner Chateau Lafitte Bordeaux Superior Chinese Dinner Chateau Lafitte Bordeaux Superior Chinese Dinner Chateau Lafitte Bordeaux Superior Chinese Dinner Chateau Lafitte Bordeaux Superior Chinese Dinner Chateau Lafitte Bordeaux Superior Chinese Dinner Chateau Lafitte Bordeaux Superior Chinese Dinner Chateau Lafitte Bordeaux Superior Chinese Dinner Chateau Lafitte Bordeaux Superior Chinese Dinner Chateau Lafitte Bordeaux Superior Chinese Dinner Chateau Lafitte Bordeaux Superior Chinese Dinner Chateau Lafitte Bordeaux Superior Chinese Dinner

Vinexpo 2013: AOC Bordeaux and Bordeaux Superio ‘China Night’

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