Lai Ching Heen, the two-MICHELIN-starred and two Diamonds from the prestigious Black Pearl Guide Cantonese restaurant at Regent Hong Kong, invites guests to an extraordinary wine dinner celebrating the 50th anniversary of the historic Judgment of Paris. On 18 January 2026, the restaurant will welcome Chateau Montelena — the eighth-oldest winery in Napa Valley and a name forever etched into modern wine history — for a one-night-only contemporary Cantonese wine pairing experience.
Set in Calistoga at the northern edge of Napa Valley, Chateau Montelena is renowned for its diverse soils and microclimates, which lend remarkable depth and purity to its wines. In 1976, the estate’s 1973 Chardonnay famously triumphed over celebrated Burgundies at the Judgment of Paris blind tasting, reshaping global perceptions of New World wines. Fifty years on, the winery remains a benchmark of craftsmanship and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
This commemorative wine dinner marks Chateau Montelena’s first-ever visit to Hong Kong and serves as the official anniversary celebration of its Asia voyage. For the occasion, Executive Chef Lau Yiu Fai and Head Chef Cheng Man Sang have curated a refined menu that reflects Hong Kong’s culinary identity while showcasing the modern Cantonese artistry that defines Lai Ching Heen.
Guests will enjoy a thoughtfully designed pairing of expressive vintages — including rare magnums — alongside signature dishes such as Golden Stuffed Crabmeat with Onion and Fresh Milk in Shell, Salted Grilled Kagoshima Wagyu with French Beans, and the Lai Ching Heen Combination. The evening also pays tribute to the restaurant’s celebrated Peking Duck, reimagined by Chef Lau with an elegant presentation that has since become a hallmark of the menu.
Adding depth to the experience, Ms. Sheri Bowen, Hospitality and Retail Manager of Chateau Montelena, will be present to share insights into the estate’s legacy and winemaking philosophy, offering guests a rare opportunity to engage directly with the stories behind these iconic wines.
This exclusive collaboration brings together two worlds of distinction — the heritage of Chateau Montelena and the contemporary Cantonese refinement of Lai Ching Heen. Priced at HK$1,880 + 10% per person, seating is limited, and early reservations are warmly recommended for this singular evening of discovery.
