Irony Alert

On-the-take Chinese officials are worried they'll be the victims of counterfeit luxury goods...

The popularity of Château Lafite-Rothschild seems to be waning with the elite of China, especially government officials who like the first growth as a gift or for major face giving. They are worried too much that Lafite is fake, and if they have the misfortune of serving one to a guest or giving it as a present, this would leave a very bad impression on their guests.

I have heard this many times over a week-long trip to Beijing and Hong Kong from various sources. “Everyone is worried that Lafites are fake,” he said. “It’s bad face if you give someone or serve someone fake Lafite.”

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