The tenth edition of Vinexpo Asia confirmed, from 26 to 28 May at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, its standing as an essential crossroads for wine and spirits in Asia-Pacific. Less euphoria, more maturity: in a demanding climate, the fair held its course and reminded a sector in search of bearings that, to sell, you must first meet.

The 2025 vintage enjoyed a balanced cycle, fairly dry and mild, which created especially favourable conditions and allowed perfectly ripe tannins to emerge alongside reasonable alcohol levels. But beyond the overall quality, which is beyond doubt, the key to this year is truly the terroir – it is what allowed (or not) the birth of great cellaring wines in Bordeaux's grand tradition. Here is our analysis, building on our previous take on the Médoc appellation.