The luxury gift guide to Chinese New Year 2020

Rémy Martin limited edition XO Cognac luxury gold leaf gift box, £175 at Harvey Nichols

This one-of-a-kind gift pack is the ultimate in premium luxury for Chinese New Year. The keepsake decanter bottle of Rémy Martin’s iconic XO offers one of the brand’s finest cognacs, known for its smooth texture and powerful punch, derived from its blend of 85% Grande Champagne eaux de vie, aged for up to 37 years. The silky-smooth cognac’s aroma of ripe fig, citrus orange, spicy cinnamon and a fruity summer combination of flavours cleanses the palate. Enjoy this aromatic drink neat, on the rocks, paired with chocolate truffles, or hit the spot when feasting on a cheese board. The glamorous 700ml bottle, adorned with luxurious gold leaf, grape motifs and the brand’s logo, is presented in a beautifully decorated box embellished with red and gold foil, paying tribute to the Lunar New Year.

Atelier Cologne Santal Carmin limited edition, £165 for 100ml, exclusive to Harrods

This special collectors’ edition fragrance is bottled in translucent red glass, adorned with a dragonesque lotus flower motif and a rich golden cap. Developed with sandalwood from Australia, bergamot from Italy and guaiac wood from Central America, this rich, warm, woody fragrance takes the wearer on a dynamic scented journey around the world. Paying tribute to the adventurous spirit of the iconic scent, the bottle, handmade in France, invites you to look to the future and pursue your dreams.

MCM Chinese New Year accessories collection, prices on request

This unique statement collection celebrates the mischievous personality of the rat with a quirky tone for Chinese New Year. The dynamic animal is presented across each item in a fun and stylish way, with a slice of cheese. Find a range of tote and shopper bags, baseball caps, scarves, coin pouches and keepsake charms with the funky rat motif entwined with the iconic MCM logo. The accessories are finished with gold zipper details and MCM gold plaque labelling for a stylish update to this quirky, fun collection.

Jaquet Droz Chinese New Year Ateliers d’Art Petite Heure Minute watch, prices on request

Jaquet Droz shines the spotlight on the Chinese zodiac with four new variations of its Petite Heure Minute watch to celebrate the Year of the Rat. Starting a new cycle in the Chinese calendar, the rat symbolises new life, ambition and passion. This exclusive new four-piece collection evokes on the spirit of the animal with the 35mm and 39mm models featuring pair of rats on a bed of leaves, with punchy pomegranates on the signature Grand Feu dial. Produced in red gold, the delicate 35mm model is entirely set with diamonds and is limited to just 28 models. The larger 41mm version offers an alternative, darker rat-themed scene, with a deep black backdrop illuminated by either a white gold or a red gold casing – the white gold variation is set with 272 diamonds. The pomegranates on the larger models are depicted through radiant rubies – a dynamic and intense watch interface for the new year.

Blancpain Year of the Rat watch, price on request

Blancpain introduces a handcrafted timepiece for Chinese New Year with an eight-piece limited-edition timepiece, its porcelain dial embellished with a symbolic Year of the Rat zodiac decoration. Crafted in the brand’s Métiers d’Art workshop, this unique timepiece is a true work of art. The one-of-a-kind 33mm model depicts the sign of the rat in enamel painted freehand onto the porcelain dial. Powered by an automatic 1154 movement, the stellar watch with white gold casing is finished with a bezel set with 48 brilliant-cut diamonds, a sapphire case-back and an alligator leather strap.

Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait de Parfum, £300 at Selfridges

This intense edition of the Baccarat Rouge perfume adds a dynamic depth to the radiance of the iconic fragrance. This time-honoured unisex fragrance delivers an oriental, floral blend with a rich Moroccan bitter almond and saffron high, entwined with middle notes of Egyptian jasmine and deep cedar wood. The base seals the invigorating fragrance with a woody musk accord and ambergris. Combined, these ingredients make the ultimate scent for your fragrance wardrobe.