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November 2023 - November 2024
S otheby’s presents ‘The Epicurean’s Atlas,’ a landmark series of five dedicated wine sales, featuring a thrilling selection of rare bottles and mythical vintages, drawn from the legendary cellars of gastronome and bon viveur Pierre Chen. Its fourth installment begins in New York on September 13th, featuring iconic wines and top producers from around the world.
Burgundy comprises the heart of this offering with selections from Dujac, DRC, Coche-Dury and Domaine d’Auvenay appearing in array of formats ranging from bottles and magnums to ultrarare Methuselahs. First Growth Bordeaux follows, dating back to legendary vintages 1959 and 1961.
Champagne spans seven decades, beginning with Salon and giving way to towering verticals of Krug, Cristal and Dom Pérignon. Italian selections are punctuated by Tuscan greats Masseto and Biondi-Santi, followed by Guiseppe Quintarelli and and Gaja. The sale closes with impressive verticals from Vega-Sicilia and New World greats Penfolds and Harlan Estate.
Following this installment, 'The Epicurean’s Atlas’ will continue its exciting global journey, with the final sale set to take place in Hong Kong this November.
“To me, wine is the 9th art. It is the only art form one can consume, using senses that other art forms don’t typically involve, such as one’s taste and smell, and it requires creativity on the part of the owner. ”
Pierre Chen
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The Epicurean’s Atlas: The Zenith
9 November 2024 | Hong Kong
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"The combination of wine, food, and company at any one moment makes each encounter totally unique, but every memory of every encounter brings a smile to my face. I suppose that is the magic of wine to me: the power to relive moments through a single sip."
Pierre Chen
A Selection of Pierre Chen's Favourite Restaurants Around the World
- El Celler de Can Roca
- Kaia-Kaipe
- La Tour d’Argent
- The French Laundry
- 8 1/2 Otto e Mezzo Bombana
- Asador Etxebarri
- Les Bois sans Feuilles
- Osteria Francescana
- Alléno Paris
- Aida
- Exclusive Dining, Tokyo Style
- Le Restaurant Blanc
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BKGP0B SPAIN, Girona. Restaurant Celler de Can Roca. 2010 El Celler de Can RocaAt El Celler de Can Roca, the Roca brothers showcase a harmonious blend of culinary artistry. With Joan as the chef, Jordi as the pastry genius, and Josep as the sommelier, their specialties come together at the table. Together, they embody gastronomic excellence, rooted in their mother's ethos, making El Celler a culinary haven where education, family, and sensory indulgence converge seamlessly.
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WXXTJD Kaia Kaipe restaurant, terrace, Getaria, Gipuzkoa, Basque Country, Spain Kaia-KaipeNestled on Spain's Biscay coast, Kaia-Kaipe offers a culinary experience where spectacular views, fresh fish, and exceptional wine take centre stage. Established in 1962, this family-owned gem, led by owner-sommelier Igor Arregi, boasts a vast cellar of 40,000 bottles. Renowned for its grilled seafood and extraordinary simplicity, Kaia-Kaipe marries Basque tradition with sophistication.
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2RR54XY Entrance to the building housing La Tour d'Argent, a famous French gourmet restaurant located on Quai de la Tournelle, Paris, France La Tour d’ArgentLa Tour d'Argent in Paris' 5th arrondissement is allegedly where King Henri III encountered the fork. A legendary establishment since its founding in 1582, the restaurant is renowned for its numbered duck dish. Under Yannick Franques, its present menu combines tradition and modernity, featuring delights like langoustine in yuzu bisque, reaffirming La Tour d'Argent's status as a three-Michelin-starred pinnacle of French cuisine.
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The French LaundryIn 2024, The French Laundry celebrates its 30th year, evolving from Thomas Keller's ambitious purchase in 1994 to a culinary haven. Keller's focus lies in marrying taste to emotions, bringing multi-course menus and the concept of casual elegance – fine dining that is also fun dining – complemented by a diverse wine list curated by Head Sommelier Andrew Adelson.
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8 1/2 Otto e Mezzo Bombana8 1/2 Otto e Mezzo Bombana, located in Hong Kong's Central district, was opened by three Michelin-starred chef Umberto Bombana in 2010. Known as "the king of white truffles", Bombana wants to express his native culture in the food served through Italian flavours and techniques, while around 70% of the wines in the restaurant's cellar hails from Italy.
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Asador EtxebarriIn the serene Atxondo Valley of Spain, Asador Etxebarri epitomises the art of grilling. Culinary virtuoso Victor Arguinzoniz transforms simplicity into Michelin-starred brilliance. Collaborating with Sommelier Mohamed Benabdallah, the restaurant's flame-kissed offerings, like Palamós prawns and moss-covered asparagus, weave an unforgettable tapestry of earth, sea, and fire, etching a lasting mark on the global culinary landscape.
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Les Bois sans FeuillesIn the picturesque town of Ouches, Le Bois sans Feuilles, formerly Troisgros, stands as a culinary institution. Opened in 1930, it evolved under Pierre and Jean Troisgros, pioneers of nouvelle cuisine. Now led by Michel Troisgros, the restaurant relocated to an idyllic farmhouse, embracing its heritage alongside new culinary frontiers. A Michelin triple-starred haven, it remains an essential journey, embodying a timeless gastronomic legacy.
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Created with RNI Films app. Preset 'Agfa RSX II v.2' Osteria FrancescanaNestled in the heart of Modena, Massimo Bottura's three-Michelin-starred Osteria Francescana isn't just a culinary destination; it's a celebration of culture and creativity. Inspired by his roots and guided by the spirit of reinvention, Bottura transforms Emilia-Romagna's traditional fare into playful masterpieces. The restaurant's eclectic wine list mirrors its innovative ethos, featuring unexpected gems alongside international classics.
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Alléno ParisMulti-Michelin-starred chef Yannick Alléno likes to say sauce is the “verb of French cuisine”. Alléno Paris, situated in the magnificent Pavillon Leydone with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the gardens of the Champs-Élysées, provides the ideal platform for his accomplished, highly technical dishes, with their emphasis on sauces and jus.
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AidaLocated on a narrow side street in Paris’ 7th arrondissement, Aida was opened in 2005 by Chef Koji Aida with a counter of nine seats. Diners seated at the counter are closer to the action of cooking, allowing them to interact with Chef Aida to better appreciate the precision and intentionality that goes into assembling the dishes. The omakase menu changes daily and according to the preferences of the guests.
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Kenji Nagata, a chef at Azabu Yukimura restaurant, prepares Takikomi Gohan, a rice dish seasoned and cooked with various ingredients, at the restaurant in Tokyo, Japan, on Friday, Oct. 4, 2013. Tokyo's Michelin-starred chefs are raising a glass to Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's effort to revive the economy as a weak yen and stronger corporate profits put gourmet dinners back on the menu for tourists and local bosses. Photographer: Ko Sasaki/Bloomberg via Getty Images Exclusive Dining, Tokyo StyleThe tradition of a high-end restaurant with a very exclusive clientele still thrives. Chefs of immense talent and dedication preside over tiny restaurants that are difficult for the uninitiated to enter. Learn more about Pierre Chen's favourite restaurants in Tokyo: KAWAMURA, KAGURAZAKA ISHIKAWA, AZABU YUKIMURA and MATSUKAWA.
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Le Restaurant BlancOpened by epicurean and wine aesthete Pierre Chen and Chef Shinichi Sato in Paris’ sixteenth arrondissement, Le Restaurant Blanc's cellar has more than 7,000 bottles including some of the world's finest wines selected personally by Chen, the restaurant's Chief Sommelier. It was launched in September with a 30-cover dining room elegantly designed by acclaimed architect Kengo Kuma & Associates.
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