With entries now open for the 2024 World’s Best Wine Lists awards, we asked some of the 2023 winners about their approach to building an award-winning list. This week, Lisboa Food & Wine Group Sommelier Henry Chang gives the lowdown on the approach to putting together the Best Short Wine List in Asia at Le Salon de Thé de Joël Robuchon at the IFC Mall, Hong Kong.
What does Winning a WBWL award mean to you and the team at Le Salon de Thé de Joël Robuchon?
Winning such a globally recognized award holds significant meaning for us. Each year, the competition is fierce, making it an even greater honor to be acknowledged by esteemed professional judges. This recognition serves as a vital source of encouragement for our company, restaurant, and sommelier team.
What are you trying to achieve with your list?
In crafting our concise wine list, our utmost goal is to meticulously select each wine with utmost care, offering our clients a comprehensive range of refined options that harmonize flawlessly with our culinary offerings. Additionally, we actively seek out wines from diverse regions across the globe, aiming to curate a selection that showcases the best of different countries for the enjoyment of all our guests.
What do you feel is the biggest strength of the Le Salon de Thé de Joël Robuchon list?
The greatest strength of our wine list lies in its remarkable diversity. It encompasses a wide array of regions and wine styles, embracing a collection of old vintage wines
This Article was originally published on World of Fine Wine
