Premium Wine Exchange in Makati: Discover Curated Champagne and Burgundy in Manila
What began as a shared appreciation for wine among four friends has grown into one of Manila’s more focused destinations for Champagne and Burgundy. Established in 2003, Premium Wine Exchange (PWX) first made its mark by bringing boutique wines from Napa Valley to the Philippines. Over time, however, its interests moved increasingly toward Burgundy and Champagne—two regions that now sit at the center of its portfolio and identity.
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Rather than carrying wines from every major region, PWX has built its approach around specialization, discovery, and careful curation. Owners Jojo Madrid and Jaime Jalandoni regularly travel to Champagne, Burgundy, and other wine regions, where they meet growers, visit vineyards, and taste directly at domaines.
Their search goes beyond established labels. PWX also looks for small, highly allocated producers and promising vignerons whose wines may still be unfamiliar outside serious wine circles. By bringing these bottles to Manila early, PWX gives local collectors and enthusiasts the chance to discover producers before their wines become considerably harder to find.
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This close relationship with Champagne is also reflected in PWX’s appointment as an official Krug Ambassade in Manila. The distinction is given to establishments that share the House of Krug’s commitment to Champagne, gastronomy, and hospitality. For PWX, the recognition reinforces what has long been part of its philosophy: Champagne is not simply another section of the shop, but one of the team’s enduring passions.
That appreciation can be seen throughout its recommended Champagne selection.
Delamotte offers a polished introduction, with wines known for purity, finesse, and balance. The Delamotte Brut NV combines citrus and white floral notes with a touch of brioche, while the Delamotte Blanc de Blancs NV, made entirely from Chardonnay, leans toward crisp acidity, mineral character, and stone fruit. For those who prefer rosé, the Delamotte Rosé NV brings red berry notes and lively freshness in a delicate salmon-hued expression.
From Left to Right: Delamotte Brut NV, Delamotte Blanc de Blancs NV, and Delamotte Rosé NV / IMAGE from PWX Website
For drinkers interested in grower Champagne, Egly-Ouriet offers greater depth and a strong sense of terroir. Les Premices Extra Brut NV serves as an approachable introduction to the house style, balancing freshness with subtle richness. Les Vignes de Vrigny 1er Cru Extra Brut NV is made entirely from Pinot Meunier, showing bright stone fruit and crisp acidity, while Les Vignes de Bisseuil 1er Cru Extra Brut NV is Chardonnay-dominant, with citrus, chalky minerality, and structure. At the top end, the Millésimé Grand Cru Extra Brut 2015 brings layered spice, complexity, and notable aging potential.
From Left to Right: Les Premices Extra Brut, Les Vignes de Vrigny, 1er Cru Extra Brut, and Les vignes de Bisseuil, 1er Cru Extra Brut / IMAGE from PWX Website
Another grower worth exploring is Dhondt-Grellet, known for wines with purity and detailed complexity. Its Roc Solare Extra Brut NV is a richer, rounder cuvée aged in oak and perpetual reserve, bringing together ripe stone fruit, toasted brioche, and warming depth while retaining lively acidity.
Roc Solare Extra Brut NV / IMAGE from PWX Website
PWX’s Burgundy selection follows the same spirit of discovery.
Camille Thiriet is one of the names to watch from the Côte de Nuits. The Bourgogne Aligoté du Jardin 2024 is energetic and mineral-driven, with green apple and lemon zest, while En La Place Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2024 shows red cherry, violet, and fine-grained tannins.
From Left to Right: Bourgogne Aligote du Jardin and En La Place, Bourgogne Pinot Noir / IMAGE from PWX Website
Les Chagniots Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2024, sourced from old vines in Comblanchien, offers darker berry fruit, spice, and a richer texture. Moving further up the range, La Montagne Côte de Nuits Villages 2024 combines wild strawberry with stony minerality, while La Robignotte Monopole Côte de Nuits Villages 2024 shows concentrated red fruit, focus, and depth.
From Left to Right: Les Chagniots Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2024, La Montagne Côte de Nuits Villages 2024, La Robignotte Monopole Côte de Nuits Villages 2024
For collectors looking toward more established Burgundy names, Comte de Vogüé brings the character of Chambolle-Musigny into sharper focus. The Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru 2023 is structured and expressive, with dark berry fruit, spice, and earthy complexity. Musigny Vieilles Vignes Grand Cru 2023, meanwhile, combines floral aromatics, silky red fruit, minerality, and considerable aging potential.
From Left to Right: Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru 2023 and Musigny Vieilles Vignes Grand Cru 2023 / IMAGE from PWX Website
Domaine Duroché rounds out the recommendations with a refined expression of Gevrey-Chambertin and Chambolle-Musigny. The Gevrey-Chambertin 2023 offers bright red berries, crushed stone, earthy nuances, and supple tannins, while the Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Aux Echanges 2023 leans more aromatic, with floral perfume, dark cherry fruit, limestone tension, and a long finish.
From Left to Right: Gevrey-Chambertin 2023 and Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Aux Echanges 2023 / IMAGE from PWX Website
Beyond selling bottles, PWX also places importance on how wine is experienced. The shop regularly organizes intimate tastings, masterclasses, winemaker dinners, and collaborations with restaurants, chefs, and sommeliers. It also supports wine education and the continued development of the Philippine sommelier and hospitality community.
Its team works with both seasoned collectors and those only beginning to explore Champagne and Burgundy, whether that means introducing an emerging grower, sourcing a special bottle, or helping build a cellar over time.
PWX also has a function room available for private gatherings, tastings, and other events. The space is priced at Php 40,000 for three hours, with the full amount consumable. Food is not included in the rate, but guests may bring in outside food or arrange private catering, subject to applicable corkage fees.
From legendary domaines to the next generation of producers, Premium Wine Exchange continues to look for wines with character, authenticity, and a story worth discovering—then brings those discoveries closer to wine drinkers in Manila.
