Bordeaux Region Report

St Estephe, 2nd Growth Classification

The 2020 Château Cos d’Estournel is a bold, luxurious, and deeply expressive wine from one of Saint-Estèphe’s most iconic estates. Often referred to as the "Super Second" of Bordeaux’s Left Bank, Cos delivered a truly exceptional wine in 2020—a vintage marked by low yields, precision winemaking, and extraordinary concentration. With a blend of 62% Cabernet Sauvignon and 38% Merlot, this wine showcases both the power of the terroir and the finesse of meticulous viticulture.

The nose is intensely aromatic, with layers of blackcurrant, cassis, plum, and crushed violets, interwoven with hints of incense, cedar, licorice, and exotic spice. …
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Price: £185.00
Stock: 3 in Stock

Margaux, The second wine of Chateau Margaux
Magnum (1.5L)
Special offer | Was £385 | Now £290

The 2020 Pavillon Rouge du Château Margaux is the second wine of the prestigious Château Margaux, located in the Margaux appellation of Bordeaux, France. Pavillon Rouge is made with the same care and attention to detail as the estate's first wine but is often more approachable in its youth, offering a glimpse of Château Margaux's elegance and complexity at a more accessible price.

Tasting Notes:The 2020 Pavillon Rouge is a blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot, 2% Cabernet Franc
Nose: is expressive with vibrant aromas of ripe blackcurrant, blackberry, and dark cherry, complemented by floral notes of violets, along with hints of cedar, tobacco, and a touch of graphite. …
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Price: £290.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

St Julien, Bordeaux

The 2019 Château Gloria is a standout wine from a superb vintage, offering excellent depth, richness, and finesse. Its combination of ripe fruit, freshness, and structure makes it both enjoyable now and capable of long-term aging. This vintage continues to enhance Gloria's reputation for producing high-quality, approachable wines that offer great value. . The 2019 vintage was characterized by warm conditions and a long growing season, which allowed the grapes to ripen fully while retaining good acidity. This led to wines that are both concentrated and fresh, with impressive balance and aging potential. …
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Price: £59.95
Stock: 2 in Stock

St Estephe, 2nd Growth Classification

The 2018 Château Cos d'Estournel is a highly acclaimed wine from the Saint-Estèphe appellation in Bordeaux. It is considered one of the top wines of the vintage and showcases the estate's commitment to producing elegant yet powerful wines.

Tasting Notes: Appearance: Deep, almost opaque ruby color with hints of purple on the rim.
Nose: Intense aromas of dark fruits, such as blackcurrants, blackberries, and ripe plums, with underlying notes of cedar, tobacco, licorice, and spices. Hints of earth and mineral also emerge, along with subtle floral touches. Palate: Full-bodied and richly textured, with finely grained tannins and a lush, velvety mouthfeel. …
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Price: £185.00
Stock: 6 in Stock

Haut Medoc, Cru Borgeois, Bordeaux
*** 89 Points- Wine Enthusiast ***

The 2017 Caronne is a very impressive rustic-style, classic claret. It boasts a moderate, peppery nose. Very tannic with spicy black fruits. Impressive on the palate and well-balanced with raspberry notes and a touch of black pepper and burnt toast. Good density with a simple, corpulent finish. An easy drinking high quality wine.

C Château Caronne Ste Gemme is a notable wine estate in the Haut-Médoc appellation of Bordeaux, France. Covering about 45 hectares, the vineyard thrives on gravelly soils that are ideal for cultivating Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. This family-owned estate, …
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Price: £24.95
Stock: 4 in Stock

Medoc, Cru Bourgeois, Bordeaux
*** 90 Points- Wine Enthusiast ***

Château Cissac is a prestigious wine estate situated in the Haut-Médoc appellation of Bordeaux, France. Encompassing around 50 hectares of vineyards, the estate features gravelly soils ideal for growing Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. With roots tracing back to the 18th century, Château Cissac blends traditional winemaking techniques with modern innovations to produce high-quality red wines. Known for their elegance, balance, and aging potential, the wines from Château Cissac are characterized by their rich black fruit flavors, refined tannins, and a notable complexity that reflects the distinctive terroir of the Haut-Médoc region. …
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Price: £29.95
Stock: 6 in Stock

Pauillac 5me Cru Classe
New Bordeaux arrivals

The 2016 Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste is an exceptional wine from a stellar vintage in Bordeaux, especially in the Pauillac appellation. The 2016 vintage is widely regarded as one of the finest in recent years due to a combination of perfect ripening conditions and the resulting wines that balance power, elegance, and age-worthiness. Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste is a Fifth Growth (Cinquième Cru) in the 1855 classification, but it consistently outperforms its ranking, particularly in great years like 2016.

TAsting notes about the 2016 Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste: Typically dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon (about 75-80%), with Merlot making up the balance (around 20-25%). …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Margaux 3rd Growth Classification, Bordeaux

The 2016 Marquis d'Alsme Becker is pouring deep brick red, the delicate aroma of dark forest fruit tells you that you have a Margaux in your hand. Full bodied, but not heavy, this is a complex blend of grapes and flavours that has nothing going against it. Not as harsh as some Margaux’s are, this wine needs to be savoured in the mouth to explore its full taste.

Château Marquis d'Alesme Becker is a distinguished wine estate located in the Margaux appellation of Bordeaux, France. With a history dating back to the early 17th century, the estate spans 15 hectares and features a diverse terroir of gravel, clay, and limestone soils. …
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Price: £69.95
Stock: 3 in Stock

Graves Pessac-Leognan

​Domaine de Chevalier's 2016 vintage from the Pessac-Léognan appellation exemplifies the estate's dedication to crafting wines of depth and elegance. This vintage is a blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, and the remaining 10% comprising Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. ​

Tasting Notes:
Aroma: The wine opens with complex aromas of blackberries, red and dark plums, cedar, and gravel, complemented by hints of red flowers and brown-leaf tea. ​

Palate: On the palate, it is full-bodied with a dense core of sappy fruit flavors, including kirsch, raspberry pâte de fruit, and plum reduction. …
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Price: £82.50
Stock: 10 in Stock

St Julien, 4me Cru Classe
New Bordeaux arrivals

The 2014 Château Talbot from Saint-Julien is a solid vintage from this well-regarded Fourth Growth (Quatrième Cru) estate. 2014 was considered a good year for Bordeaux, with favorable weather conditions late in the season contributing to good ripeness, especially for Cabernet Sauvignon, which plays a dominant role in the wines of Saint-Julien.

The blend for Château Talbot typically consists of around 60-70% Cabernet Sauvignon, with the balance made up of Merlot, and small percentages of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc.
Aroma: Aromatic with classic Bordeaux notes of blackcurrant, plum, and cherry, accompanied by cedar, tobacco, and hints of graphite and herbs. …
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Price: £119.00
Stock: 10 in Stock

St Estephe, 2nd Growth Classification
** 92 Points - The Wine Advocate **

Powered by its structure and texture, this complex wine is dense, structured and firm. Plenty of dry and taut tannins dominate at this stage, but it is also full of fruit. The wine will age over many years while not being one of those vintages that will mature forever: the fruitiness will see to that. Drink this impressive wine from 2025.

Château Cos d'Estournel is a prestigious wine estate located in the Saint-Estèphe appellation of Bordeaux, France. Established in the early 19th century by Louis-Gaspard d'Estournel, the estate is renowned for its grand architectural style, including the iconic pagodas that distinguish its winery. …
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Price: £149.00
Stock: 6 in Stock

Haut Medoc, Cru Borgeois, Bordeaux
Double magnum 300cl

The 2011 Caronne is a very impressive rustic style classic claret. it boasts a moderate peppery nose. Very tannic with spicy black fruits. Impressive on the palate with well-balanced with raspberry and a touch of black pepper and burnt toast. Good density with a simple, corpulent finish. An easy drinking high quality wine.

Château Caronne Ste Gemme is a notable wine estate in the Haut-Médoc appellation of Bordeaux, France. Covering about 45 hectares, the vineyard thrives on gravelly soils that are ideal for cultivating Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. This family-owned estate, …
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Price: £220.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Haut Medoc, Cru Borgeois, Bordeaux

The 2011 Caronne is a very impressive rustic style classic claret. it boasts a moderate peppery nose. Very tannic with spicy black fruits. Impressive on the palate with well-balanced with raspberry and a touch of black pepper and burnt toast. Good density with a simple, corpulent finish. An easy drinking high quality wine.

Château Caronne Ste Gemme is a notable wine estate in the Haut-Médoc appellation of Bordeaux, France. Covering about 45 hectares, the vineyard thrives on gravelly soils that are ideal for cultivating Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. This family-owned estate, …
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Price: £38.95
Stock: 35 in Stock

Haut Medoc

his 2010 Haut Medoc red wine is from an outstanding year for vintage wine, the 2010 Chateau Carrone st. Gemme is dark red in colour, fading to garnet. On the nose still some fruit left mainly red fruit, leather, tobacco and earth. On the palate black cherry, plum and vanilla. The tannins are smooth and the acidity is balanced. Medium finish. This is a good Haut Medoc property situated just south of Chateau Lagrange on the fringe of St Julien commune.
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Price: £34.95
Stock: 5 in Stock

Pauillac 5th Growth Classification, Bordeaux
*** 92+ Points Neal Martin ***

The name of "Batailley" would come from the "Battle" which took place in 1453 between the French and the English on the lands of the future domain; with the reconquest of Château Latour by the French, this year saw the end of the Hundred Years War. Château Batailley is one of the oldest residences in the town of Pauillac.
Vines have been planted on this land rich in history since the 17th century. In 1855, Château Batailley was classified in the Fifth Grand Cru category of the Médoc.

Château Haut-Batailley is a distinguished wine estate situated in the Pauillac appellation of Bordeaux, France. …
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Price: £89.00
Stock: 7 in Stock

St Julien, 2eme Growth Classification

Château Ducru-Beaucaillou, located in the renowned Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux, France, is an iconic estate celebrated for its exceptional wines and illustrious history. Dating back to the 18th century, this historic property has been meticulously tended by generations of the Borie family, who have upheld a tradition of excellence in winemaking. Situated on gravelly soils along the Gironde River, the vineyards are predominantly planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, with smaller proportions of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot, yielding grapes of exceptional depth and complexity. …
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Price: £375.00
Stock: 12 in Stock

St Julien, Bordeaux, 3rd Growth Classification

The 2009 Château Langoa Barton is an exceptional wine from an outstanding vintage in Bordeaux. 2009 is considered one of the great Bordeaux vintages due to the warm and dry growing season, which allowed the grapes to ripen fully and resulted in wines of both power and elegance. Langoa Barton, classified as a Third Growth (Troisième Cru) in the 1855 classification, is known for producing structured and long-lived wines, and the 2009 vintage is one of its best.

Tasting Notes: The typical blend includes a majority of Cabernet Sauvignon (about 60-70%), with Merlot making up around 20-30%, and a small amount of Cabernet Franc. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 3 in Stock

St Emilon Grand Cru

The 2009 Château Larcis Ducasse is an outstanding wine from the Saint-Émilion appellation in Bordeaux, France. As a Premier Grand Cru Classé (B), Château Larcis Ducasse is known for producing terroir-driven wines that highlight the richness and complexity of its limestone and clay soils. The 2009 vintage is one of Bordeaux's most celebrated years, marked by near-perfect growing conditions that resulted in ripe, opulent, and age-worthy wines.

Wine Overview
The 2009 Château Larcis Ducasse is composed of the estate’s typical blend:

Merlot (dominant): Providing plush texture, ripe fruit, and richness. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 6 in Stock

St Julien, 4me Cru Classe

Château Talbot, situated in the Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux, France, is renowned for its prestigious history and exceptional red wines. With origins tracing back to the 17th century, the estate's vineyards span approximately 107 hectares, primarily planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot grapes. Benefiting from gravelly and sandy soils, Château Talbot crafts wines that epitomize the elegance and complexity of Saint-Julien terroir. Known for their depth, structure, and aging potential, the estate's wines exhibit ripe fruit flavors, refined tannins, and a distinct Saint-Julien character. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 11 in Stock

St Julien 4me cru classe, Bordeaux

Château Beychevelle is a 4ème Cru Classé St-Julien wine estate with one of the most impressive châteaux in the whole of the Médoc. The 2008 is a blend of 48% Cabernet Sauvignon, 47% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc. Elegant and powerful, expressing aromas of red fruit, blackcurrants and spices.

About Château Beychevelle Chateau Beychevelle is a prestigious wine estate located in the Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux, France. With a history that dates back to the 17th century, the estate has garnered a reputation for producing exceptional red wines. Spanning approximately 90 hectares, the vineyard benefits from gravelly soils and a favorable microclimate, …
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Price: £129.00
Stock: 4 in Stock

Graves Grand Cru Classe, Bordeaux

About Château Haut-Bailly Château Haut-Bailly is an esteemed wine estate located in the Pessac-Léognan appellation of Bordeaux, France. With a history dating back to the 17th century, the estate has earned a reputation for producing exceptional red wines. Spanning approximately 30 hectares, the vineyard benefits from gravelly and sandy soils, ideal for cultivating Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot grapes. Château Haut-Bailly's wines are celebrated for their elegance, finesse, and aging potential, showcasing ripe fruit flavors, silky tannins, and a distinct Pessac-Léognan terroir. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

St Estephe Cru Bourgeois

The Château Haut-Marbuzet 2008 is a fine example of the estate's craftsmanship, produced in the Saint-Estèphe appellation of Bordeaux, France. While 2008 was not as heralded as vintages like 2005 or 2009, it is recognized as a solid vintage, especially for producers like Château Haut-Marbuzet, who achieved commendable quality even in less ideal conditions. The wine reflects the balance, complexity, and approachability for which the estate is known.

Wine Overview
Château Haut-Marbuzet wines are typically crafted from a blend of:

Cabernet Sauvignon: Provides structure, tannins, and longevity. …
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Price: £59.95
Stock: 6 in Stock

St Emilon Grand Cru

The 2008 Château Larcis Ducasse is a highly regarded wine from the Saint-Émilion appellation in Bordeaux, classified as a Premier Grand Cru Classé (B). Château Larcis Ducasse is celebrated for its refined and terroir-driven wines, showcasing the limestone and clay soils of its south-facing slopes. The 2008 vintage, while not as celebrated as 2009 or 2010, produced wines with excellent structure, freshness, and aging potential, particularly on the Right Bank.

Wine Overview
The 2008 Château Larcis Ducasse is crafted from a blend typical of the estate:

Merlot (dominant): Contributing richness, softness, and ripe fruit flavors. …
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Price: £69.95
Stock: 12 in Stock

Pauillac 5me Cru Classe, Bordeaux

Reviews for the 2008 Chateau Lynch-Bages: "A sensational effort for the vintage, this textured, opulent, superb Lynch Bages is already strutting its stuff and should easily last for 20 years. Medium to full-bodied with an opaque dense purple colour, notes of flowers and cassis, a layered texture that builds incrementally in the mouth and tremendous purity and depth, it can be drunk now or cellared for two decades or more. Bravo!" Robert Parker, Wine Advocate 2011.

"Juxtaposed against the Pichon-Lalande, the Lynch Bages is far more reticent on the nose with more overt graphite and sous-bois aromas inflecting the fruit. …
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Price: £195.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

St Emilion Premiere Grand cru Classe, Bordeaux
** 90 Points- RoberParker.com **

The 2008 Château Trotte Vieille still has a vibrant ruby/purple-coloured and is still youthful, with terrific notes of black cherries, currants, and spring flowers, it hits the palate with medium-bodied richness, ripe, still present tannins, terrific balance, and a lengthy finish. It’s surprisingly young and unevolved and has many years ahead of it. Drink now - 2034

Château Trotte Vieille is a prestigious wine estate located in the Saint-Émilion appellation of Bordeaux, France. With a history that dates back to the 18th century, the estate has earned a reputation for crafting exceptional red wines. …
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Price: £84.95
Stock: 7 in Stock

St Emilion Grand Cru Classe

The Château Ausone 2007 is a premier grand cru classé "A" wine from the Saint-Émilion appellation in Bordeaux, France. As one of the most prestigious estates in Bordeaux, Château Ausone consistently produces exceptional wines, even in challenging vintages like 2007. This vintage reflects the estate's meticulous viticulture and winemaking, showcasing elegance, finesse, and balance.

Wine Overview
Château Ausone is known for its small production and exceptional quality, crafting wines that are both age-worthy and complex. The 2007 vintage is a blend of:

Cabernet Franc (typically dominant): Contributing structure, floral aromatics, and spice. …
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Price: £395.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Pomerol

The 2007 Clos l'Église from Pomerol is a wine that demonstrates the estate’s dedication to crafting elegant and refined wines, even in a vintage that posed challenges. Known for its rich, opulent style, Clos l'Église consistently delivers wines that highlight the plush texture and complexity characteristic of Pomerol's clay-rich terroir.

Wine Overview
The 2007 Clos l'Église is made from the estate’s typical blend:

Merlot (dominant): Contributing lush fruit flavors, softness, and roundness.
Cabernet Franc: Adding structure, aromatic complexity, and subtle spice.
Vintage Characteristics
The 2007 vintage in Bordeaux was marked by a cool and wet summer, followed by a warm and sunny September that allowed for improved ripening. …
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Price: £79.95
Stock: 2 in Stock

Sauternes

The 2007 Château de Fargues is a sweet wine from the Sauternes appellation in Bordeaux, France. Château de Fargues, owned by the Lur-Saluces family, is renowned for producing long-lived, luxurious wines that rival the best of Sauternes. The 2007 vintage is widely regarded as one of the best for sweet wines in recent decades, marked by ideal conditions for the development of noble rot (Botrytis cinerea), resulting in rich, complex, and vibrant wines.

Wine Overview
The 2007 Château de Fargues is crafted primarily from:

Sémillon: Adding richness, honeyed flavors, and structure.
Sauvignon Blanc: Contributing freshness, aromatic lift, and vibrant acidity. …
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Price: £79.95
Stock: 5 in Stock

St Emilon Grand Cru

The 2007 Château Larcis Ducasse is a wine from the Saint-Émilion appellation in Bordeaux, France, classified as a Premier Grand Cru Classé (B). Known for producing elegant and terroir-driven wines, Château Larcis Ducasse reflects the limestone and clay soils of its exceptional site. The 2007 vintage, while challenging due to a cooler and wetter growing season, resulted in approachable wines with freshness and charm when made by skilled producers like Larcis Ducasse.

Wine Overview
The 2007 Château Larcis Ducasse is typically a blend of:

Merlot (dominant): Adding richness, softness, and ripe fruit flavors. …
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Price: £59.95
Stock: 1 in Stock

St Julien 2eme Cru Classe
90 Points- Wine Journal
Special offer | Was £119 | Now £89.95

The 2007 Léoville Barton from Saint-Julien is a vintage from a cooler year in Bordeaux. While 2007 was not considered an exceptional year for Bordeaux, Léoville Barton still managed to produce a solid wine, thanks to its skilled winemaking and vineyard management.

The 2007 Léoville Barton is dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon (typically around 70-80%), with Merlot and a small amount of Cabernet Franc. Notes of red and black fruits (blackcurrant, cherry), with earthy undertones, cedar, tobacco, and hints of spice and herbs. Palate: Medium-bodied, with relatively soft tannins compared to stronger vintages. …
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Price: £89.95
Stock: 9 in Stock

St Julien 2me Cru Classe, Bordeaux
New Bordeaux arrivals

***90 Points Robert Parker***
Tasted blind at the 2007 Bordeaux horizontal in Southwold. The nose is lacking a little vigour and definition: rather muffled black fruit, minerals, dark cherries but it opens up and coalesces in the glass. Modern in style, quite opulent for the vintage…typical of Didier's style. The palate is medium-bodied with ripe dusty tannins, quite spicy on the entry, nice weight and cohesion, a little dry towards the finish but decent length. Very fine.
Neal Martin, RobertParker.com, November 2011

Château Léoville Poyferré is a prestigious wine estate located in the Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux, France. …
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Price: £119.00
Stock: 3 in Stock

Margaux 2me cru Classe

Château Rauzan-Ségla 2007 is a refined and elegant expression of Margaux, showcasing the finesse and balance that make this estate one of the most respected in Bordeaux. Classified as a Second Growth in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, Rauzan-Ségla has a legacy of producing wines that beautifully marry power and grace. The 2007 vintage, now perfectly aged, offers a complex bouquet of dark berries, cassis, and subtle hints of cedar and graphite. The palate is medium-bodied with silky tannins, vibrant acidity, and a lingering finish that brings out notes of blackcurrant, spice, and earthy minerality. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 11 in Stock

Medoc Cru Grand Bourgeois

The Sociando-Mallet 2007 is a wine from the Haut-Médoc appellation in Bordeaux, France. The 2007 vintage presented challenges across Bordeaux, with a cool, damp growing season that required careful vineyard management. Despite these difficulties, Sociando-Mallet delivered a wine with elegance and balance, showcasing the estate’s reputation for producing consistent and high-quality wines, even in less heralded vintages.

Wine Overview
Sociando-Mallet produces wines that consistently reflect their terroir, often outperforming expectations for their Cru Bourgeois status. The 2007 vintage is crafted from a blend of:

Cabernet Sauvignon: The dominant grape, offering structure and dark fruit flavors. …
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Price: £39.95
Stock: 3 in Stock

Pomerol

The 2006 Clos l'Église is a wine from the Pomerol appellation in Bordeaux, France. Clos l'Église is a highly regarded estate known for crafting rich, concentrated wines with the plush texture and elegance characteristic of Pomerol. The 2006 vintage, though not as celebrated as the legendary 2005, delivered wines of great balance and structure, offering excellent aging potential.

Wine Overview
Clos l'Église produces wines from a blend that typically includes:

Merlot (dominant): Adding opulence, ripe fruit flavors, and softness.
Cabernet Franc: Contributing aromatic complexity, structure, and spice. …
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Price: £79.95
Stock: 3 in Stock

Sauternes

The 2006 Château de Fargues is a sweet wine from the Sauternes appellation in Bordeaux, France. Château de Fargues, owned by the Lur-Saluces family (former proprietors of Château d’Yquem), is renowned for crafting opulent and long-lived wines. The 2006 vintage, while overshadowed by the exceptional 2005, produced beautifully balanced and refined Sauternes wines with freshness and complexity.

Wine Overview
The 2006 Château de Fargues is made from the estate’s traditional blend:

Sémillon: Contributing richness, honeyed flavors, and structure.
Sauvignon Blanc: Adding freshness, aromatic lift, and vibrant acidity. …
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Price: £89.95
Stock: 4 in Stock

St Estephe Cru Bourgeois

The Château Haut-Marbuzet 2006 is a wine from the Saint-Estèphe appellation in the Bordeaux region of France. Known for its high-quality and approachable wines, Château Haut-Marbuzet consistently delivers a distinctive style that combines elegance with richness. The 2006 vintage is no exception, showcasing the estate's commitment to excellence.

This wine is typically a blend of classic Bordeaux grape varieties, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and smaller amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Cabernet Sauvignon provides the structure and tannins, while Merlot adds softness and fruitiness. …
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Price: £69.95
Stock: 6 in Stock

Pauillac 1er Grand Cru Classé, Bordeaux

The great first growth Château Lafite Rothschild produced an exceptional red Bordeaux in 2006, this year including the elegance of Cabernet Franc in the blend in lieu of the more intense character of Petit Verdot.

Château Lafite Rothschild, situated in the Pauillac appellation of Bordeaux, France, stands as one of the most illustrious wine estates globally, revered for its storied history and exceptional red wines. With a lineage tracing back to the 17th century, the estate's vineyards cover approximately 112 hectares, predominantly planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot grapes. …
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Price: £725.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Pauillac 1er Grand Cru Classe
***96 Points - Robert Parker***

Ch. Latour 2006 is the wine of the vintage. The pure, dark chocolate and cassis nose is followed by a palate of enormous intensity with lashings of cool blackberries and cream, minerals, cedar and coffee. The length of the finish is astonishing too - as if the wine is still in your mouth

The 2006 Château Latour has quite a vibrant bouquet with lively raspberry, wild strawberry, cedar and pencil lead scents that all gently unfold in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with supple, slightly chewy red berry fruit, a dash of spice, maybe a little tight towards the finish, unlike the Lafite-Rothschild and Mouton-Rothschild. …
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Price: £595.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

St Julien 2eme Cru Classe

Château Léoville Barton, a renowned estate in the Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux, classified as a Second Growth in the 1855 Classification. The 2006 vintage is a well-regarded year for Bordeaux, with the wines showing structure and elegance, particularly on the Left Bank, where Cabernet Sauvignon dominates. The 2006 vintage faced some challenges due to variable weather, with a hot summer followed by some rain during the harvest. Despite this, Château Léoville Barton produced a wine that is recognized for its classic style, with firm tannins, excellent concentration, and potential for aging. …
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Price: £129.00
Stock: 6 in Stock

Pauillac, 5th Growth Classification

The 2006 Château Pontet-Canet is a wine from the Pauillac appellation in Bordeaux, France. Château Pontet-Canet is classified as a Fifth Growth in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, but it consistently performs at a level that rivals many of the higher-ranked estates.This vintage has received excellent reviews from critics, often scoring in the 90–95 point range.

Tasting Notes: The 2006 Chateau pontet canet consists of a blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, complemented by Merlot, and smaller amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The 2006 vintage is known for its deep, rich flavors. …
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Price: £119.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Pauillac, Bordeaux

The 2005 Carraudes de Lafite, the second wine of Château Lafite Rothschild, is a superb example of the quality that marked this highly regarded vintage in Bordeaux. With its excellent structure and elegant complexity, Carraudes de Lafite showcases the exceptional terroir of Pauillac at a slightly more accessible level than its illustrious sibling.

On the nose, this wine opens with aromas of ripe blackberries, dark cherries, and plums, intertwined with subtle hints of cedar, tobacco, and graphite. These notes are complemented by an earthy, mineral edge that reflects the Pauillac soil. The palate is refined and medium to full-bodied, …
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Price: £295.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

St Julien 4me cru classe

*** 90 Points (Outstanding) Robert parker ***

Reviews
"The quintessentially elegant yet powerful 2005 may be the finest Beychevelle made since 1982. Its opaque ruby/purple color and sweet nose of camphor, blueberries, black currants, flowers, and crushed rocks precede a lovely, sweet, rich wine with zesty acidity delineating its medium to full-bodied personality, laser-like precision, and impressive purity and length. While this estate often does not live up to its pedigree, the 2005 is the real deal. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2025+." Parker Wine Advocate 2007
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Price: £169.00
Stock: 12 in Stock

Pauillac, 5th Growth classification, Bordeaux
*** 92 Points- Wine Cellar Insider ***

The 2005 has rich, dark dried fruits and floral hints on the nose. The wine has a delicious palate of surprising depth and intensity. Fresh acidity and excellent concentration of wild berry fruits contributes to the energy of this wine, while the Pauillac earthiness just adds another element to the wine's exuberant character.

Château d'Armailhac located in the Pauillac appellation of Bordeaux, France, boasts a rich history dating back to the 18th century. As part of the prestigious Mouton Rothschild family of wines, the estate spans approximately 70 hectares of vineyards planted with classic Bordeaux varietals such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 7 in Stock

Pauillac 4th Growth Classification, Bordeaux
*** 93 points - Robert Parker ***

Château Duhart-Milon is a neighbouring property of Château Lafite Rothschild and was acquired by Domaines Barons de Rothschild Lafite in 1962. Oral tradition presents “Sieur Duhart” as a privateer of Louis XV who settled in Pauillac in his retirement and whose house on the port of Pauillac inspired the label of Duhart-Milon wines. The 1855 classification elevated Château Duhart-Milon to the rank of the only 4th Grand Cru Classé in the commune of Pauillac.

Located in the north of the Pauillac appellation, the vineyard of Château Duhart-Milon is set against an area of over 100 hectares of marshes, meadows, and woods. …
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1er Cru Sauternes
Sweet White Wine
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The 2005 Guiraud is very tight on the nose, taking time to unfurl, with notes of apricot, peach, a touch of honeysuckle and quince. Good definition. The palate is impressive. tightly coiled, honeyed fruit, very fine acidity, linear at first then fanning out across the finish with notes of dried apricot, nectarine, a touch of almond and a faint hint of spice. With good length and unctuous on the finish, this Guiraud is impossible to ignore. Drink from now to 2030+

Château Guiraud is a renowned wine estate located in the Sauternes appellation of Bordeaux, France. With a history dating back to the 18th century, the estate has established itself as a leading producer of prestigious sweet wines. …
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Pauillac 5th Growth Classification
*** 92 points Robert Parker ***

Château Haut-Batailley is a distinguished wine estate situated in the Pauillac appellation of Bordeaux, France. With a history spanning centuries, the estate has earned renown for its production of high-quality red wines. Covering approximately 22 hectares, the vineyard benefits from gravelly soils and a favorable microclimate, ideal for nurturing Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot grapes. Château Haut-Batailley's wines are celebrated for their depth, structure, and aging potential, showcasing ripe fruit flavors, refined tannins, and a distinct Pauillac character. …
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Pessac, Graves 1st Growth classification

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St Estephe Cru Bourgeois

The Château Haut-Marbuzet 2005 is a standout vintage from this renowned Saint-Estèphe estate, located in the Bordeaux region of France. The 2005 vintage in Bordeaux is widely celebrated as one of the greatest in recent decades, thanks to ideal growing conditions that resulted in wines of exceptional quality, balance, and aging potential. Château Haut-Marbuzet 2005 reflects these characteristics beautifully, offering richness, complexity, and finesse.

Wine Overview
Château Haut-Marbuzet is known for its classic Bordeaux blend, which typically includes:

Cabernet Sauvignon: Adds structure, tannins, and longevity. …
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Pauillac 5th Growth Classification, Bordeaux
***90 Points - Robert Parker***

Haut-Bages Libéral's undeniably fine terroir (next to First Growth Ch. Latour, no less) has been harnessed superbly in 2005. Claire Villars delivers what most Claret lovers really want - namely, wines of character that reflect their terroir, offered at sensible prices. Made from 25% Merlot and 75% Cabernet, this has a lovely fresh, elegant nose; the palate is feminine in style with a lovely creamy finesse but also has rich, spicy damson and blackberry fruit and very good grip. The finish is very pure with an attractive marzipan edge providing an extra layer of complexity.

Château Haut-Bages Libéral is a distinguished wine estate located in the Pauillac appellation of Bordeaux, France. …
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Margaux 3me Cru Classe, Bordeaux
** 90+ Points Robert Parker **

Château Kirwan is a wine that is produced from the best parcels of the vineyard that have mainly gravel soils, but some are also clay. The fruit is picked and sorted twice by hand, then vinified in separate batches corresponding to individual vineyard parcels. Half the oak barrels used to age the wine for eighteen months are renewed every year.

Overall production : 7500 caisses
Blending : 52 % Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc, 7% Petit Verdot

Tasting :
From birth to bottling, this vintage was always impressive. Its nose is exuberant, mixing notes of complex fruit, from spicy to exotic aromas such as mango. …
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St Julien 2nd Growth Classification

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Pauillac 5me Cru Classe, Bordeaux

** 90 Points (Outstanding) Parker **

"A sleeper of the vintage, Batailley’s complex 2004 is redolent with notes of cedar wood, spice box, plums, cassis, tar, and smoke. Medium to full-bodied, supple textured, layered, rich, and long, it marks the renaissance of this fifth-growth Pauillac that is displaying strong signs of moving into the big leagues. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2025" Parker, Wine Advocate 2007.
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Deuxieme Cru Classe,Barsac
Half Bottle

The 2004 Doisy-Daene has a straightforward gooseberry and white flower-scented nose. The palate has an appealing, caressing entry of tangerine, apricot and marmalade.

Château Doisy-Daëne stands as an esteemed wine estate nestled in the Barsac appellation of Bordeaux, France, renowned for crafting exquisite sweet wines. With a history tracing back to the 19th century, this estate, classified as a Second Growth (Deuxième Cru) in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, boasts a prime location and a terroir characterized by clay and limestone soils conducive to the development of noble rot. The vineyard spans approximately 18 hectares, predominantly planted with Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, and Muscadelle. …
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St Emilion

Château La Dominique 2004 is an elegant, approachable wine from Saint-Émilion that showcases the harmony between fruit and structure, making it an excellent choice for both casual and more formal occasions.


Château La Dominique 2004 is a red wine from the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation on Bordeaux’s Right Bank. Château La Dominique has a long history and is known for producing elegant, Merlot-dominant wines that express the rich terroir of the region.

The 2004 Château La Dominique is a blend that is typically Merlot-dominant, with smaller amounts of Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. …
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Haut Medoc, 3rd Growth Classification

An outstanding 2004 bordeaux wine from Chateau La Lagune.
"The 2004 and offerings from La Lagune are the finest back-to-back vintages they have produced in over fifteen years. Kudos to the Frey family, who also purchased the Rhone Valley flagship firm of Paul Jaboulet-Aine in 2005. Their daughter, Caroline Frey, is the oenologist at La Lagune. The sexy, up-front, evolved 2004 La Lagune exhibits a dark ruby/purple hue as well as big nose of cedar, spice box, black cherry jam, licorice, and smoke. Savory, broad, ripe, and low in acidity, it is a total hedonistic and intellectual turn-on.
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Saint-Julien

The outstanding 2004 exhibits a deep ruby/purple colour, sweet black cherries intermixed with subtle herbal notes, roasted meats, juices, and black currants. In the mouth, it is expansive, savory, round. This is a great Langoa. A svelte, elegant nose with that animal/tarry note lending it character. Very fine definition. The palate is medium-bodied, very fresh though a little hard on the mid-palate. Lovely minerally, earthy finish.

Château Langoa Barton is a prestigious wine estate located in the Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux, France. With a history dating back to the 18th century, the estate is renowned for producing exceptional red wines. …
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Margaux 2nd Growth Classification

Reviews for 2004 Chateau Lascombes
A candidate for one of the top wines of the vintage, Lascombes has turned in a brilliant effort with a deep ruby/purple color as well as gorgeous aromas of plums, cassis, black cherries, and flowers. It boasts a terrific texture, medium to full body, an expansive, multi-layered mid-palate and a tremendously pure finish revealing nicely integrated wood, acidity, alcohol, and tannin. This is a beauty of precision and power.

Château Lascombes, located in the Margaux appellation of Bordeaux, France, is celebrated for its rich history and commitment to producing exceptional red wines. …
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St Julien 2eme Cru Classe

Château Léoville Barton’s 2004 vintage is a classic representation of Saint-Julien’s refined and structured wines. This vintage was marked by a cooler growing season, resulting in a wine that leans towards elegance and balance rather than sheer power. Now, with over two decades of aging, it has developed a layered complexity, offering a sophisticated drinking experience.

On the nose, the 2004 Léoville Barton presents an array of aromas, including truffle, sweet tobacco, burnt caramel, and cedar, with subtle hints of dark berries still lingering. As the wine opens up, secondary and tertiary characteristics emerge, revealing earthy notes of forest floor, leather, and a touch of graphite. …
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Pauillac 5me Cru Classe
*** 92 Points Robert Parker ***
Half Bottle 37.5cl

An outstanding 2004 vintage Bordeaux wine from Chateau Lynch-Bages.

Ex-cellar bottle tasted blind at the Lynch Bages vertical. This has a noticeably clear, deep garnet colour. The nose is very clean and correct although it lacks a little complexity and flair: straightforward black fruits, cedar and pencil shavings. The medium-bodied palate shows a little hardness at first, but softens with aeration and soon adopts a more succulent texture with ripe black cherries, Doris plum and bilberry. Certainly this is a well balanced Pauillac packed full of ripe tannins with a crisp poised finish of black plum, cedar and cassis. …
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St Estephe 2me Cru Classe

2004 Château Montrose – A Classic Saint-Estèphe with Timeless Elegance
A vintage that embodies the power and refinement of Saint-Estèphe, the 2004 Château Montrose is now beautifully matured, offering a complex and layered drinking experience. From one of Bordeaux’s most prestigious estates, this wine is a superb choice for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

A Refined and Balanced Vintage
Crafted from 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Petit Verdot, this vintage was carefully aged to showcase its depth and structure. Now at peak maturity, it reveals a harmonious blend of dark fruits, tobacco, cedar, and licorice, with fine tannins and a long, elegant finish. …
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Price: £119.00
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Sauternes

Barsac that smells seductively for citrus, dried apricots, honey, bee wax and candied fruit. On the palate, this light sparkling wine has a wonderful creaminess, and it leaves a lasting impression composition, mainly of Sémillon and a small portion of Sauvignon is a suitable companion of chocolate fondant.
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Medoc Cru Grand Bourgeois

The Sociando-Mallet 2004 is a classic Bordeaux wine from the Haut-Médoc appellation, known for its consistent quality and age-worthy nature. While the 2004 vintage is not considered among the greats in Bordeaux, it produced balanced and elegant wines, particularly for estates like Sociando-Mallet that focus on meticulous vineyard and winemaking practices.

Wine Overview
Sociando-Mallet's wines are often described as overperforming for their Cru Bourgeois classification, offering the quality and complexity of higher-ranked wines. The 2004 vintage is composed of the estate's traditional blend:

Cabernet Sauvignon: Provides structure, tannins, and dark fruit flavors. …
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Saint Emillion Grand Cru, Bordeaux

The 2004 Fleur Cardinale is a gorgeous deep, rich wine, pure maroon colour. Rather shy nose to start that takes some coaxing and then aromas of red plum, boysenberry, cassis, fennel seed, cedar and suede unfurl. Lovely nose! Full bodied, dry and still surprisingly tannic on the palate, but good fruit extract and pitched acidity. The flavours are all deep red and black fruits, lots of black plum, a bit of bramble, charred oak, sous bois and chalk. Very smooth and nicely integrated. Finishes long, juicy and with lingering fruit. No where near past its prime. Drinking beautifully right now! (Cellar Tracker Review - 2021). …
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Sauternes

The 2003 Château de Fargues is a remarkable wine from the Sauternes appellation in Bordeaux, France. Château de Fargues, owned by the Lur-Saluces family (former proprietors of Château d’Yquem), is renowned for producing exceptional sweet wines that are both opulent and long-lived. The 2003 vintage stands out for its intensity and concentration, thanks to the extreme heat that marked this year.

Wine Overview
The 2003 Château de Fargues is crafted primarily from:

Sémillon: Contributing richness, depth, and honeyed complexity.
Sauvignon Blanc: Adding freshness, aromatic lift, and vibrant acidity. …
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Haut-Medoc

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Pauillac 1er Grand Cru Classe
100 Points
Excellent provenance

The 2003 Lafite Rothschild comes as close to perfection as any of the great Lafites made over the past three decades (1982, 1986, 1996, 2000, 2005, 2008, 2009 and 2010). This sensational effort came in at 12.7% natural alcohol, it is made in the style of one of this estates great classics, the 1959. Composed of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, it exhibits a dense ruby/purple color to the rim along with a luxurious bouquet of cedarwood, lead pencil shaving, white chocolate, cocoa and cassis. Fat, rich, opulent and full-bodied with low acidity and stunning seductiveness and complexity, this noble wine possesses a bountiful, generous, heady style. …
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Margaux, 4th Growth Classification

​Château Prieuré-Lichine's 2003 vintage from the Margaux appellation reflects the unique characteristics of that year's growing season. The wine presents a deep, dark ruby color, nearing opacity. On the nose, it offers aromas of ripe, raisined fruit, licorice, sweet spice, baked earth, and subtle herbaceous notes reminiscent of garrigue and mint. ​

On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied with soft, round textures. Flavors of blackberries, plums, and cherries are complemented by hints of tobacco, earth, and vanilla. The tannins are fine, and the wine maintains fresh acidity, leading to a finish that includes a slight meaty note. …
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Pauillac, 5th Growth Classification

Batailley is a favourite chateau of ours, producing classic claret that almost always rewards patience. Stern and unloveable in their youth, with age these wines eventually blossom into a mellow aromatically complex maturity. Just don't drink them too early!

"The ’02 Batailley has a surprisingly deep colour. The nose displays good intensity and lift with blackberry, briary, sous-bois and a touch of bay leaf, all with fine delineation if lacking some vigour. With time in the glass, there are more tar and cedar-wood aromas emerging. The palate is medium-bodied but with a sinewy entry, rounded tannins, with notes of blackberry, cedar, pencil shavings and a touch of plum. …
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St Julien 4me Cru Classe, Bordeaux

Beychevelle 2002 is an excellent solid-wine from a good vintage. This light to medium-weight wine exhibits a dark ruby colour, and a straightforward, redcurrant-scented nose with toast and earth in the background. Low acidity, high tannin, and sweet fruit result in a good impression.

About Château Beychevelle Chateau Beychevelle is a prestigious wine estate located in the Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux, France. With a history that dates back to the 17th century, the estate has garnered a reputation for producing exceptional red wines. Spanning approximately 90 hectares, the vineyard benefits from gravelly soils and a favorable microclimate, …
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Margaux 2me cru Classe

The 2002 Château Brane-Cantenac from Margaux is a solid example of the elegance and finesse that characterizes wines from this Left Bank estate, even in a challenging vintage. The 2002 vintage in Bordeaux was marked by unpredictable weather, with a rainy summer and a warm, dry September that allowed grapes to ripen adequately, though it was a year requiring skillful winemaking to produce wines of quality.

In the glass, this Brane-Cantenac reveals a medium ruby color with slight garnet edges, indicative of its age. The nose opens with aromas of blackcurrant, plum, and cherry, followed by subtle hints of cedar, tobacco, and earthy undertones that add complexity. …
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Sauternes

The 2002 Château de Fargues is a sweet wine from the prestigious Sauternes appellation in Bordeaux, France. Known as the "other Yquem" due to its shared ownership by the Lur-Saluces family, Château de Fargues consistently produces exceptional and age-worthy wines, even in challenging vintages like 2002.

Wine Overview
Château de Fargues specializes in Sauternes wines made primarily from:

Sémillon: Providing richness, honeyed notes, and structure.
Sauvignon Blanc: Adding aromatic freshness and vibrant acidity.
Vintage Characteristics
The 2002 vintage in Sauternes was challenging, with heavy rains during the growing season. …
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Margaux, 4th Growth Classification, Bordeaux

A 2001 vintage Bordeaux Wine produced by Chateau Marquis de Terme. A very tannic, structured wine with an opaque purple colour and a sweet creme de cassis nose intermixed with damp earth, vanilla, and liquorice, this relatively massive wine has mouth-searing levels of tannin, medium body, and a very backward style that will require considerable patience from its buyers.

Château Marquis de Terme stands as a venerable emblem of the Margaux appellation within Bordeaux, France. Rooted in a storied history tracing back to the 12th century, this esteemed estate has evolved into a paragon of fine winemaking. …
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Pauillac 1er Grand Cru Classe

"Lifted blackberry, autumn leaf, cedar and a touch of fresh tobacco, the mintiness enhanced by continued aeration. The palate is very tight and slightly pinched at the moment, the tannins a little harder and less fine than Lafite, the finish slightly chalky and foursquare in texture. Personally, I prefer the 2002 to the previous year, but it is still a decent, mid-weight Pauillac that would show better with cuisine. Drink 2013-2025. Tasted November 2010." Neil Martin Wine Journal

92 points (WJ)

Château Mouton Rothschild, nestled in the Pauillac appellation of Bordeaux, France, is among the most esteemed wine estates globally, celebrated for its rich history and exceptional red wines. …
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St Julien, 4me Cru Classe

** 90 Points Neil Martin **
Reviews
"This may be the largest vineyard in the Medoc, with nearly 300 acres under vine. There was a period in the nineties where Talbot seemed to be a bit off form, but quality over recent vintages has displayed considerable promise. This estate is capable of producing very special wines, as anyone who has tasted their 1986 or 1982 can easily attest. The 2001, which represents only 50% of the production, is a blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, and 5% Cabernet Franc. A dense saturated ruby/purple color is followed by notes of smoked herbs, licorice, cedar, incense, plums, and black currants. …
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Pauillac, Bordeaux
***90 Points- Robert Parker***

Robert Parker writes of this wine "A brilliant second wine, the 2000 Carruades de Lafite (51.4% Cabernet Sauvignon, 42.3% Merlot, 4.9% Cabernet Franc, and 1.4% Petit Verdot), aged in 10-15% new French oak, shows wonderfully sweet lead pencil shavings intermixed with an elegant black cherry and cassis nose. A wine of tremendous purity, medium body, and the tell-tale Lafite elegance, this is a gorgeous wine to drink now and over the next 12-15 years." 2003 90 points

Carruades de Château Lafite is the celebrated second wine of the iconic Château Lafite Rothschild, situated in the Pauillac appellation of Bordeaux, France. …
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3ème Cru Classé Saint Estèphe

One of Medoc's underrated chateau, which has made exceptional wines. Now perfect to drink with lovely dark fruit still, yet developing sweet oaky intensity.

Château Calon-Ségur, located in the esteemed Saint-Estèphe appellation of Bordeaux, France, is a historic estate renowned for its exceptional wines and storied heritage. With roots dating back to the 12th century, this illustrious property has been meticulously maintained, blending tradition with modern innovation. The vineyards, planted on gravelly soils with clay subsoil, predominantly feature Cabernet Sauvignon, with Merlot and Cabernet Franc, producing grapes of outstanding quality and character. …
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Haut Medoc 5me Cru Classe, Bordeaux

91 points Wine Spectator
Opulent red. Intense aromas of currants, cigar tobacco and berries. Full-bodied, with a solid core of silky tannins and a long finish. Well-made. (3/2003)
Jancis Robinson

About Château Cantemerle Chateau Cantemerle is an esteemed wine estate situated in the Haut-Médoc appellation of Bordeaux, France. With a history dating back to the 12th century, the estate is one of the oldest in the region and holds the distinction of being classified as a Fifth Growth (Cinquième Cru) in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification. Encompassing approximately 90 hectares, the vineyard benefits from gravelly and clay-limestone soils, ideal for cultivating Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot grapes. …
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Haut Medoc

Good colour, great legs and nose. Quite nice when opened. Perhaps a trace of liquorice and a hint of 'medicinal' character but these initial characteristics soon faded. After 3-4 hours - quite rich and aromatic with good cherry fruit and a touch of maraschino at the end. Tannins have integrated completely. Excellent with roast sirloin. Cellar Tracker Review

Château Cissac is a prestigious wine estate situated in the Haut-Médoc appellation of Bordeaux, France. Encompassing around 50 hectares of vineyards, the estate features gravelly soils ideal for growing Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. …
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St Julien, Bordeaux

The 2000 Chateau Gloria is generous and well-structured, these intense, complex wines are typical of the Saint Julien appellation. The result of traditional vinification, they have a strong, rich colour. On the palate, they are expressive, rounded and supple. They should be kept for a few years to express their full potential.

Château Gloria stands as a beacon of innovation and excellence in the esteemed Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux, France. Founded by Henri Martin in the mid-20th century, this estate has earned widespread acclaim for its distinctive approach to winemaking and commitment to quality. …
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St Emilion, Grand Cru Classe, Bordeaux

A nice, mature, midweight St Emilion. Shows a floral nose with black cherry fruit, whilst on the palate there is more blackcurrant with a touch of leather. Cedar & cigar box get more intense with time, with some forest floor notes. Holds up well.

Château Grandes Murailles, situated in the renowned Saint-Émilion appellation of Bordeaux, France, is a historic estate celebrated for its commitment to crafting exceptional wines. Dating back to the 18th century, this esteemed property has undergone a renaissance under the ownership of the esteemed Vauthier family. With a terroir characterized by limestone and clay soils, …
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St Emilion Grand Cru Classe, Bordeaux
** 92 Points - Wine Spectator **

'The 2000 Chateau Sansonnet is a seductive wine. Ripe and decadent, with spice, meat and earth notes. Full-bodied, with big, soft and rich tannins and a long chocolatey finish. Lovely.' WIne Spectator

Château Sansonnet is located at the very top of the Saint-Emilion plateau. Its exceptional soil consists of a thin layer of clay over limestone. The vineyard covers a single 7-hectare (17-acre) plot that surrounds the chateau. A dominant 85% proportion of Merlot is blended with Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Its wine, which has great keeping potential, displays an intense ruby colour. …
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St Emilion Premiere Grand cru Classe

The Château Trotte Vieille 2000 is an exceptional wine from the Saint-Émilion appellation in Bordeaux, France. The 2000 vintage is one of the most celebrated in Bordeaux history, known for its ideal growing conditions and the production of powerful, age-worthy wines. As a Premier Grand Cru Classé (B), Château Trotte Vieille crafted a wine in 2000 that reflects the vintage's richness, balance, and longevity.

Wine Overview
The 2000 Château Trotte Vieille is likely composed of a blend typical of the estate:

Cabernet Franc (dominant): Offering structure, floral aromas, and herbal complexity. …
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Cotes De Duras, Sweet Wine
Half Bottle

The Cote De Duras is a wine making area just to the East of the much more famous Bordeaux region. The climate, common grape varieties and techniques of wine making are very similar to Bordeaux, often giving very similar wines but at better value, and this wine is no exception.
Expect aroma of candied fruit and honey. This is made in a dessert wine using the sweetest grapes from the crop that have been harvested at regular intervals.
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Price: £38.95
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Grand Cru Classe St Emilion, Bordeaux
** 92 Points- RobertParker.com **

Canon La Gaffeliere’s is an outstanding 1999 vintage Bordeaux wine. Robert Parker – 92
The opaque purple-colored 1999 is a strong effort for this vintage. It displays a sweet nose of pain grille, smoke, meats, graphite, blackberry, and cassis liqueur. The wine is full-bodied, deep, powerful, and rich, with sweet tannin and low acidity. This is a blockbuster effort for a delicate vintage such as 1999. [30/04/2002]

Vinous – 90
Good medium ruby. Aromas of plum, currant, game and leather. Silky-sweet and aromatic in the mouth, with lovely vinosity to frame the expressive flavors of roasted plum, currant, black cherry, minerals and dark chocolate. …
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Price: £129.00
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St Estephe, 2nd Growth Classification, Bordeaux

This has a ripe strawberry, blackberry almost floral nose although there is a slight ephemeral quality to it. Lacks the dimension of say the ’90 or the ’00. Traits of raspberry, scorched earth and a touch of cedar/mint emerging with time in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied, good acidity, quite rounded and harmonious.

Château Cos d'Estournel is a prestigious wine estate located in the Saint-Estèphe appellation of Bordeaux, France. Established in the early 19th century by Louis-Gaspard d'Estournel, the estate is renowned for its grand architectural style, including the iconic pagodas that distinguish its winery. …
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Price: £189.00
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Haut Medoc, 3rd Growth Classification, Bordeaux

A 1999 vintage Bordeaux Wine from Chateau La Lagune. The 1999 La Lagune reveals aromas of sweet and sour cherries, cedar, and balsam wood with toasty oak in the background. Medium-bodied, elegant, and refreshing.

According to the Wine Spectator: "Very pretty blackberry, tobacco and cedar aromas. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins and a medium, fruity aftertaste. Best after 2004." (03/02)

Château La Lagune
A distinguished wine estate situated in the Haut-Médoc appellation of Bordeaux, France. With a history dating back to the 16th century, the estate has garnered acclaim for its production of high-quality red wines. …
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Price: £84.95
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Sauternes
Special offer | Was £89 | Now £50

The 1999 la Tour Blanche is a beautiful sweet wine from The Sauternes region of Bordeaux. 1999 highly regarded and is considered one of the classic vintages from this estate. It is known for its richness, complexity, and excellent aging potential. It is a wonderful experience to enjoy it now, although it has years of life left in it. Make sure to serve it slightly chilled, around 12-14°C (54-57°F), to fully appreciate its complex flavours and aromas.

Tasting Notes The 1999 la Tour Blanche is medium gold in colour with quite an earthy, savoury nose giving up perfumed notions of orange blossoms and honeysuckle over preserved apricots, apple pie and allspice hints. …
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St Julien 3eme Cru Classe, Bordeaux

The excellent 1999 Château Lagrange is one of St. Juliens great wines - powerful, full-bodied and concentrated. The 1999 Lagrange introduces ripe fruit aromas of rich black currant and cherry, spicy, toasty new oak, minerals, cedar and charcoal. They are also very reasonably priced for their level of quality, and dependably.

Cellar Tracker Review
Fully matured, well structured and still fresh and crispy. Chocolate, roast aromas, ink, graphite and mentholic notes in the nose. Mature, but still fresh red fruit, chocolate, ink, tobacco, caramel, licorice, light toast. With a subtle cask background and mentholic finish. …
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St Emilion Grand Cru Classe, Bordeaux
90 Points - Vinous

The 1999 Clos de l'Oratoire from St.-Emilion is one of the stars of the vintage. The wine exhibits aromas of new saddle leather, damp earth, blackberries, incense, cassis, and toast. An intriguing tapenade note emerges with airing. It is full-bodied, with sweet tannin, low acidity, and impressive concentration.

Clos de l’Oratoire, located on Saint-Emilion's northeast slope, has 13 hectares of vines. The terroir of Fronsac molasse, consisting of a layer of sandy soil and a clay subsoil, is ideally suited to Merlot (80% of the vines).

Meticulous work is done all year long to maintain quality in the vineyard. …
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Price: £89.95
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Medoc, Cru Bourgeois, Bordeaux

Good colour, great legs and nose. Quite nice when opened. Perhaps a trace of liquorice and a hint of 'medicinal' character. After 3-4 hours - quite rich and aromatic with good cherry fruit and a touch of maraschino at the end. Tannins are soft and have integrated completely.

Château Cissac is a prestigious wine estate situated in the Haut-Médoc appellation of Bordeaux, France. Encompassing around 50 hectares of vineyards, the estate features gravelly soils ideal for growing Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. With roots tracing back to the 18th century, Château Cissac blends traditional winemaking techniques with modern innovations to produce high-quality red wines. …
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Price: £39.95
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Saint-Julien, Bordeaux

The 1998 Gruaud Larose appears to be a potential sleeper of the vintage, and may merit an outstanding score. It is a powerful, bulky style of Gruaud-Larose, with a dark ruby/purple color, and plenty of cassis, spicy new oak, and roasted herbs in the jammy nose. On the palate, the wine has lost much of the forward precociousness it was revealing last spring, now boasting loads of tannin in its powerful, muscular flavors.

Château Gruaud-Larose, situated in the Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux, France, holds a distinguished reputation dating back to the 18th century. With approximately 82 hectares of vineyards planted primarily with Cabernet Sauvignon, …
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Price: £119.00
Stock: 7 in Stock

St Julien, 3rd Growth Classification, Bordeaux
***90-92 Points Wine Journal***
***92 Points- Robert Parker***

90-92 Points Wine Journal

"A great Langoa - nose slowly opening up. Dark black fruits with masses of pencil-lead aromas. Good depth with structured inky black fruits. This is an excellent well-made wine. Tasted May 2000." Neil Martin, Wine Journal

Château Langoa Barton is a prestigious wine estate located in the Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux, France. With a history dating back to the 18th century, the estate is renowned for producing exceptional red wines. Encompassing approximately 17 hectares, the vineyard benefits from gravelly and sandy soils, ideal for nurturing Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc grapes. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Margaux 1er Grand Cru Classe, Bordeaux

About Chateau Margaux Château Margaux is a prestigious wine estate located in the Margaux appellation of Bordeaux, France. Renowned for producing some of the finest wines in the world, the estate boasts a history dating back to the 12th century. Its vineyards are primarily planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and other classic Bordeaux varietals. Château Margaux's wines are celebrated for their elegance, complexity, and exceptional aging potential. The estate's iconic 19th-century château, a symbol of its rich heritage, further enhances its reputation. Consistently receiving high praise from critics and collectors, Château Margaux remains a benchmark for excellence in the wine industry. …
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Price: £545.00
Stock: 5 in Stock

Sauternes 1er Cru Classe
Half Bottles - 37.5cl

The wine is light medium gold-colored, with a blockbuster nose of Grand Marnier liqueur intertwined with flower blossoms, smoky new oak, and coconut. Well-integrated wood has resulted in a seamless, full-bodied, unctuously-textured wine with considerable sweetness. This is a stunningly proportioned, beautifully pure wine.

Château Rieussec, located in the Sauternes appellation of Bordeaux, France, is renowned for its prestigious history and exceptional sweet wines. With a heritage dating back to the 18th century, the estate's vineyards cover approximately 90 hectares, primarily planted with Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, and Muscadelle grapes affected by noble rot. …
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Price: £39.95
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St Emilion Grand Cru Classe, Bordeaux
92 Points - James Suckling
91 Points - WIne Advocate

The 1998 Clos de l'Oratoire is drinking beautifully now. It has a fine concentration, really good expression of ripe fruit and terroir. Lovely classic flavours and ripe Merlot fruit with a nice balance of oak.

Clos de l’Oratoire, located on Saint-Emilion's northeast slope, has 13 hectares of vines. The terroir of Fronsac molasse, consisting of a layer of sandy soil and a clay subsoil, is ideally suited to Merlot (80% of the vines).

Meticulous work is done all year long to maintain quality in the vineyard.
Fermentation takes place exclusively in temperature-controlled oak vats. Oak, a noble material in perfect synergy with fine wine, enhances its colour and flavour, and enables it to reach its full potential. …
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Price: £89.95
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St Estephe, 2nd Growth Classification, Bordeaux

Deep garnet color. Perfumed, vibrant aromas of black cherry, cassis, leather and oak spice. Big, sweet and rich, with lush black cherry and black raspberry fruit already offering enticing inner-mouth flavor. Less oaky on the palate than on the nose. Just a hint of herbaceousness. Finishes subtle and quite long, with impressively even, ripe tannins but not quite the snap of the '96. A terrific effort for the vintage. Stephen Tanzer Vinous

Château Cos d'Estournel is a prestigious wine estate located in the Saint-Estèphe appellation of Bordeaux, France. Established in the early 19th century by Louis-Gaspard d'Estournel, …
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Price: £149.00
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St Julien, Bordeaux

The 1997 Chateau Gloria is generous and well-structured, these intense, complex wines are typical of the Saint Julien appellation. The result of traditional vinification, they have a strong, rich colour. On the palate, they are expressive, rounded and supple. They should be kept for a few years to express their full potential.

Château Gloria stands as a beacon of innovation and excellence in the esteemed Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux, France. Founded by Henri Martin in the mid-20th century, this estate has earned widespread acclaim for its distinctive approach to winemaking and commitment to quality. …
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Price: £59.95
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St Julien 3eme Cru Classe, Bordeaux

The excellent 1997 Château Lagrange is one of St. Juliens great wines - powerful, full-bodied and concentrated. The 1997 Lagrange introduces ripe fruit aromas of rich black currant and cherry, spicy, toasty new oak, minerals, cedar and charcoal. They are also very reasonably priced for their level of quality, and dependably.

Château Lagrange, located in the Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux, France, is esteemed for its longstanding tradition of producing exceptional red wines. With a history dating back to the 18th century, the estate's vineyards span approximately 118 hectares, predominantly planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot grapes. …
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Price: £79.95
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Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, Bordeaux

The 1997 Chateau Larmande is evolved but still wonderfully vibrant and expressive St. Émillion. that feels like it is slowly approaching its plateau of maturity. The fruit has developed some tertiary characteristics, but there is still quite a bit of vibrant fruit left and the tannins come across as quite assertive and grippy, even after all these years. Very good value.

Château Larmande, located in the prestigious Saint-Émilion appellation of Bordeaux, France, is a historic estate revered for its exceptional wines and rich heritage. With a history dating back several centuries, this picturesque property has been meticulously tended by devoted winemakers who have upheld a tradition of excellence. …
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Price: £49.95
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St Julien, 2nd Growth Classification, Bordeaux
Magnum Bottle

Léoville Las Cases is the most legendary wine of Saint-Julien: on a quality par with the Médoc's first growths, without the hefty price premium to match. It is a prime example of a Bordeaux 'super-second' - a second growth operating at a first growth level. Léoville Las Cases is also one of the largest, oldest and most picturesque of the Médoc's classified Bordeaux growths. Grapes are fermented at lower than average temperatures, which is partially responsible for the wines displaying some of the most exotic aromas and aromatic richness in the Médoc.

Château Léoville Las Cases, situated in the esteemed Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux, France, stands as a beacon of excellence and tradition in the world of fine wine. …
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Price: £365.00
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Pauillac 5me Cru Classe, Bordeaux

*** 88 Points - Neil Martin Wine Journal ***

Reviews:
"This has a superb nose, very lifted and well-defined, cedar, blackcurrant, smoke and a touch of burnt toast. Just soars from the glass. The palate is full-bodied, ripe tannins, beautiful balance and poise with a sense of controlled opulence towards the finish. It comes across very natural, black cherries, blueberry, a touch of orange zest. This is certainly an over-performing wine for the vintage and shows better than previous bottles, although it did fade a little when returning after 15 minutes in the glass. Drink now-2015. Tasted September 2009. …
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Price: £129.00
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Moulis en Medoc, Bordeaux

A very good wine from a great year with grip, tannin, medium to full body, and excellent ripeness, this unevolved, backward yet promising Poujeaux needs cellaring. There is some mineral-tinged, sweet black currant fruit in both the aromatics and flavors.

Château Poujeaux, situated in the esteemed Moulis-en-Médoc appellation of Bordeaux, France, is a historic estate renowned for its commitment to producing exceptional wines. With a history dating back several centuries, this picturesque property has been meticulously tended by generations of winemakers who have upheld a tradition of excellence. …
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Price: £49.95
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St Julien, 4me Cru Classe, Bordeaux
Magnum Bottle

The 1997 Chateau Talbot has a saturated purple color, and a sweet, earthy, leather, and cassis-scented nose. In the mouth, the wine is fat and opulent, with low acidity. The finish is all glycerin, alcohol, and juicy fruit. It may be almost too low in acidity, but it is drinking well and can be expected to do so for another decade.

Château Talbot, situated in the Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux, France, is renowned for its prestigious history and exceptional red wines. With origins tracing back to the 17th century, the estate's vineyards span approximately 107 hectares, primarily planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot grapes. …
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Price: £149.00
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Sauternes

This is a classic Sauternes with a great deal of sweetness, plenty of ripeness, and obvious aromas of toasty, smoky new oak. The wine exhibits finesse and complexity, a style of Sauternes that will have its admirers, particularly among those who like to drink these wines as an aperitif.

Château Guiraud is a renowned wine estate located in the Sauternes appellation of Bordeaux, France. With a history dating back to the 18th century, the estate has established itself as a leading producer of prestigious sweet wines. Spanning approximately 100 hectares, the vineyard benefits from a unique terroir characterized by gravelly, sandy, and limestone soils, ideal for cultivating Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc grapes affected by noble rot. …
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Price: £79.95
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Margaux 3rd Growth Classification

"The 1996 Kirwan is a highly-extracted, rich, medium-bodied wine with a deep ruby/purple colour, and ripe cassis fruit intermixed with a touch of new oak, prunes, and spice. The wine has come together nicely since I first tasted it from cask. It appears to be an excellent, nearly outstanding effort. There is moderate tannin in the finish, so give this beefy, rich, muscular wine 6-7 years of cellaring. Robert Parker, Wine Advocate #122, Apr 1999
Rating 88/100


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Price: £89.95
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St Julien 2eme Cru Classe

Château Léoville Barton 1996 is a stunning example of Saint-Julien’s timeless elegance and power. This vintage presents an alluring bouquet of blackcurrant, cedar, and earthy tobacco, with subtle hints of leather and pencil shavings that develop beautifully with age. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied with a firm structure, supported by finely grained tannins that have softened gracefully over the years. Layers of dark fruit, spice, and minerality unfold, leading to a long, refined finish that’s both vibrant and complex. This wine is a classic Bordeaux from an excellent vintage, still showing remarkable freshness and precision, and has plenty of life left for further aging. …
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Price: £139.00
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Margaux, 4th Growth Classification

A very tannic, structured wine with an opaque purple color and a sweet creme de cassis nose intermixed with damp earth, vanilla, and licorice, this relatively massive wine has mouth-searing levels of tannin, medium body, and a very backward style that will require considerable patience from its buyers.

Château Marquis de Terme stands as a venerable emblem of the Margaux appellation within Bordeaux, France. Rooted in a storied history tracing back to the 12th century, this esteemed estate has evolved into a paragon of fine winemaking. Renowned for its meticulous vineyard management and dedication to crafting wines that reflect the unique terroir of the region, …
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Price: £89.00
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St. Emilion Grand Cru, Bordeaux

The Château Pavie Macquin 1996 is a wine from Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France, produced by an estate renowned for its focus on terroir-driven, expressive wines. Though the 1996 vintage was more celebrated on the Left Bank due to favorable conditions for Cabernet Sauvignon, the Right Bank, with its Merlot-dominated blends, also produced wines of finesse and structure, particularly from estates like Pavie Macquin, known for meticulous vineyard management.

Wine Overview
Château Pavie Macquin is classified as a Premier Grand Cru Classé (B) and is known for its concentrated and age-worthy wines. …
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Price: £79.95
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Margaux Cru Bourgeois

From the very good 1996 vintage this Chateau Siran has a beautiful mature bouquet with black currants, tobacco and bitterness. Juicy, good sweet and bitterness. The aftertaste is not extremely long, but has good sweetness and even some good tannin. Although completely mature there is some power left and this wine is a true pleasure to drink.

About Château Siran, Chateau Siran is nestled in the heart of the Margaux appellation within Bordeaux, France, is a historic estate renowned for its elegant wines and rich heritage. With a history dating back to the 17th century, this picturesque property has been meticulously tended by generations of the Miailhe family, who have upheld a tradition of excellence in winemaking. …
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Price: £89.00
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Pauillac

Carruades de Lafite, the second wine of the prestigious Château Lafite Rothschild, offers a more approachable and elegant expression of the Lafite estate. The 1995 Carruades de Lafite is an excellent choice for those seeking an elegant and mature Bordeaux with the pedigree of Château Lafite Rothschild, offering both sophistication and a taste of Pauillac’s unique terroir.

Tasting Notes:
Deep garnet colour with a slightly evolved rim. On the nose, it offers aromas of blackcurrant, cedar, tobacco, and earthy truffle. The palate is elegant and medium-bodied, with softened tannins and flavours of dark cherry, graphite, and dried herbs. …
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Price: £295.00
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Pauillac 5eme Cru Classe

The 1995 Château Batailley is a classic Pauillac, showcasing the vintage's structure and depth. This wine opens with aromas of blackcurrant, plum, cedar, and a hint of earthy tobacco, with underlying notes of leather and spice as it breathes. On the palate, it offers a medium to full-bodied experience, marked by firm tannins and a robust core of dark fruit flavors. The wine's well-integrated acidity and mineral undertones provide excellent balance, leading to a smooth, lingering finish. Now mature, the 1995 Batailley retains both elegance and power, displaying the depth and complexity that make it an appealing choice for lovers of classic Bordeaux. …
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Price: £99.00
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St Estephe, 2me Cru Classe
95 Points - Robert Parker

The 1995 Château Cos d’Estournel is a beautifully structured and age-worthy wine from Saint-Estèphe, showcasing the elegance and power of this vintage. On the nose, it reveals a complex bouquet of blackcurrant, plum, and dark cherry, layered with earthy undertones, cedar, tobacco, and a hint of exotic spices. The palate is full-bodied and rich, with concentrated flavors of dark fruit, cocoa, and spice, balanced by firm, finely-grained tannins that have softened with age. The wine's structure is impressive, with a freshness and acidity that give it a dynamic lift, while the long, lingering finish brings out notes of leather, graphite, and a touch of minerality. …
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Price: £225.00
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St Julien 2me Cru Classe

The 1995 Château Léoville Poyferré is a benchmark example of mature Left Bank Bordeaux from a vintage that has aged with quiet confidence. A blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot and a small portion of Petit Verdot, it reflects both the classicism of Saint-Julien and the emerging precision of modern winemaking in the mid-1990s.

In the glass, the wine presents a deep garnet core with some bricking at the rim. The bouquet is refined and evolved, offering layered aromas of blackcurrant, leather, cedar, tobacco leaf, and graphite. Subtle notes of dried herbs, forest floor, and cigar box emerge with air, contributing to a beautifully complex aromatic profile. …
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Price: £129.00
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Pomerol

The 1995 vintage of Château L’Évangile represents a confident, classic Pomerol with both power and poise. Nestled between Pétrus and La Conseillante on the famed Pomerol plateau, L’Évangile’s Merlot-dominant blend (with a small proportion of Cabernet Franc) reflects the vineyard’s deep gravel and clay terroir. The 1995 vintage was warm and structured, yielding wines with excellent aging potential and firm tannic frameworks.

Now mature, the wine opens with an inviting bouquet of ripe black cherry, plum compote, and blueberry, laced with aromas of truffle, cigar box, and violets. Hints of cocoa, leather, and pencil shavings add complexity, while subtle earthy undertones reveal its evolution in bottle. …
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Price: £195.00
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Pauillac 2eme Cru Classe

The 1995 vintage of Château Pichon Comtesse de Lalande is a superb example of the estate's trademark elegance and refinement. Often described as the most graceful of the Pauillac Second Growths, the Comtesse’s 1995 offering balances the structured power of the vintage with its signature silky texture and feminine charm. The wine was crafted from a blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with supporting roles played by Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.

After nearly three decades in bottle, the wine displays an enchanting nose of blackcurrant, cassis, violets, and cigar box, laced with hints of cedar, leather, and dried flowers. …
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Price: £259.00
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Saint Emilion Grand Cru

The 1995 Tertre Roteboeuf is a top quality wine from the very good 1995 vintage. It retains a youthful and fruity profile, reflective of the robust tannins characteristic of the 1995 vintage. A genuine delight, particularly when enjoyed alongside a meal.

Tasting Notes
This is the third vintage (1989 and 1990 were the other two) where Le Tertre-Roteboeuf exhibits a Le Pin-like exotic richness and opulence. The wine exhibits a dense ruby/purple color, and a compelling set of aromatics consisting of pain grille, ripe black cherry and cassis fruit, intermixed with truffles, mocha, and toffee. …
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Price: £195.00
Stock: 12 in Stock

St Emilion Grand Cru Classe

The 1995 vintage of Château Troplong Mondot is a compelling expression of Right Bank power and concentration from a structured, long-lived year. Situated on one of the highest points in Saint-Émilion, Troplong Mondot’s clay-limestone soils and Merlot-dominant blend often yield richly textured, muscular wines, and the 1995 is no exception. It captures the estate’s bold style with impressive poise and ageing potential.

Now approaching 30 years of age, the wine has developed a complex bouquet of ripe blackberries, dark plum, and macerated cherries, layered with tobacco leaf, cocoa, sweet spices, and hints of iron and earth. …
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Price: £149.00
Stock: 4 in Stock

Pauillac, 5th Growth Classification

The 1994 Château Batailley is a classic Pauillac with a bold yet approachable profile that highlights the vintage’s character and the estate’s traditional style. On the nose, it offers aromas of blackcurrant, plum, and red cherry, balanced by earthy notes of cedar, tobacco, and a hint of leather. The palate is medium to full-bodied, showing ripe fruit flavors with touches of graphite and herbs, reflective of Pauillac’s signature terroir. The tannins are firm yet have softened with age, lending the wine a well-rounded and slightly rustic charm. Its acidity provides a nice lift, keeping the wine vibrant and lively. …
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Price: £89.00
Stock: 6 in Stock

St Julien 4me Cru Classe

The 1994 Château Beychevelle comes from a well-regarded vintage, noted for its elegance and balance. On the palate, it features prominent red fruit flavours with a bouquet that is both expressive and refined. Key tasting notes include hints of liquorice, vanilla, and toast. The wine has developed well over the years, showcasing the characteristic finesse of the Saint-Julien appellation. This vintage is appreciated for its harmonious structure and smooth finish, making it a delightful experience for Bordeaux enthusiasts​.

Serving and Food pairing
This mature Bordeaux should be served at 18 celsius and will require decanting. …
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Price: £149.00
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Haut Medoc 5me Cru Classe
SPECIAL OFFER | WAS £59.95 | Now £39.95

The 1994 Château Cantemerle, a classified Fifth Growth in the Haut-Médoc appellation of Bordeaux, is a wine that showcases the elegance and refinement of left-bank Bordeaux. Known for its restrained style and approachable structure, Château Cantemerle typically produces wines that age gracefully over time.

Vintage Overview
1994 Bordeaux Vintage: This vintage saw challenging weather conditions, including a late harvest affected by rain. The result was a mixed year with variability in quality. However, diligent producers like Château Cantemerle crafted wines with good structure, vibrant acidity, and moderate ripeness. …
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Price: £39.95
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Sauternes

The 1994 Château de Fargues is a sensory delight with a delightful blend of spring flowers, candied fruit, pineapple, figs, quince paste, and dried fruits. Its sweet and roasted flavours of vanilla, spice, saffron, star anise, dried fruits, acacia honey, toasted bread, citrus zest, and mineral touches make it a long-lasting wine.

Serving and Food pairing
The ideal serving temperature is usually around 10-12°C. Sauternes pairs excellently with a variety of foods due to its rich sweetness and vibrant acidity. Pair with blue cheese, foie gras and fruit desserts. It is also a great pairing to spicy Asian or Indian cuisine as the sweetness of the wine balances the heat in such dishes. …
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Price: £89.95
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Pauillac 5me Cru Classe

If any château in all of the classified growths consistently outperforms its original status, it is Lynch Bages. Indeed, this château has long been prized by Pauillac lovers who seek a well made wine.

The 1994 vintage of Château Lynch-Bages, a challenging year in Bordeaux, produced wines of noteworthy quality despite unfavorable weather conditions. The wine's color is garnet or brick-red, with aromas of ripe dark fruits and cedar, tobacco, and leather. The palate is medium to full-bodied, with well-integrated tannins and flavors of blackberry, black cherry, cassis, cigar box, vanilla, and spices. …
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Price: £169.00
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Pauillac 1er Grand Cru Classe
Special offer | Save £100 | Was £465 | Now £365

*** 91 Points - Robert Parker ***

The 1994 appears to be the finest Mouton-Rothschild made following the 1986 and before the 1995's conception. The wine exhibits a dense, saturated purple color, followed by a classic Mouton nose of sweet black fruits intermingled with smoke, pain grillee, spice, and cedar. Medium to full-bodied, with outstanding concentration, a layered feel, plenty of tannin, and rich, concentrated fruit, this wine is similar to the fine 1988. Anticipated maturity: 2005-2025. By the way, the Dutch artist, Appel, has created a gorgeous label for the 1994. Although Mouton-Rothschild can be among the most inconsistent first-growths, …
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Price: £365.00
Stock: 6 in Stock

Margaux 3me Cru Classe
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1994 Château Palmer wine
A testament to its quality and meticulous vineyard management, should exhibit a medium to deep garnet hue. Its aromas include ripe dark fruits, cedar, tobacco, earthiness, floral notes, and herbal character. The palate is medium to full-bodied, with softened tannins and flavours like blackberry, black cherry, cassis, leather, cigar box, and baking spices. While the 1994 vintage may not have the power and intensity of some of Palmer's exceptional years, it may still offer a complex and enjoyable drinking experience, particularly for those who appreciate aged Bordeaux wines. …
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Price: £175.00
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Pessac Leognan 1er Grand Cru Classe

The 1991 Château Haut-Brion is a red wine from one of Bordeaux's most prestigious producers, located in the Pessac-Léognan appellation. Château Haut-Brion is renowned as one of the five First Growths (Premier Cru Classé) from the 1855 classification, celebrated for its elegant and complex wines that age beautifully.

Key Characteristics of 1991 Château Haut-Brion:
Vintage Overview: 1991 was a challenging year in Bordeaux due to an early frost in April, which significantly reduced yields. Producers like Château Haut-Brion focused on meticulous selection to ensure quality in their wines. While not as powerful as other great vintages, the 1991 Haut-Brion can display finesse and aromatic complexity. …
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Price: £475.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Pauillac

Carruades is the second label wine produced by Chateau Lafite-Rothschild.
After fermentation and maceration, the wines are tasted, selected and put together according to their different qualities. This step is very important because this is where we make the difference between the great "Lafite" and the second wine "Carruades de Lafite". The wines are drained off into oak barrels. We use 100% new barrels for the ageing of Lafite. The year after, these same barrels will be used for the Carruades.

Carruades de Château Lafite is the celebrated second wine of the iconic Château Lafite Rothschild, situated in the Pauillac appellation of Bordeaux, France. …
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Price: £375.00
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Sauternes- Half bottle

The 1990 la Tour Blanche is a beautiful sweet wine from The Sauternes region of Bordeaux. 1990 highly regarded and is considered one of the classic vintages from this estate. It is known for its richness, complexity, and excellent aging potential. It is a wonderful experience to enjoy it now, although it has years of life left in it. Make sure to serve it slightly chilled, around 12-14°C (54-57°F), to fully appreciate its complex flavours and aromas.

Tasting Notes The 1990 la Tour Blanche is medium gold in colour with quite an earthy, savoury nose giving up perfumed notions of orange blossoms and honeysuckle over preserved apricots, apple pie and allspice hints. …
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Price: £44.95
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Pessac-Leogan Cru Classe

Château de Fieuzal, located in Bordeaux's Pessac-Léognan appellation, is renowned for producing wines that exemplify the region's distinctive characteristics. The 1989 vintage, now over three decades old, showcases the estate's commitment to quality and the unique terroir of Graves.​

Tasting Notes

The 1989 Château de Fieuzal has evolved gracefully over the years, offering a complex bouquet and palate. Tasting notes highlight its ruby color with a garnet rim, accompanied by aromas of blueberries, figs, minerals, tobacco, and a hint of vanilla. On the palate, it presents fresh acidity, ripe tannins, and flavors of anise, blueberries, and spices, leading to a long finish. …
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Price: £78.95
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Pomerol
***94 Points- Neal Martin for the Wine Advocate

***94 Points- Neal Martin for the Wine Advocate, tasted 2016***

"The 1989 Vieux Château Certan has long been one of my favorite wines of that decade. The bouquet shows no signs of relinquishing that title with gorgeous black truffle, bay leaf, warm gravel and briary scents that are simply beautifully defined. The palate is medium-bodied with a fine line of acidity, "warm earth" on the entry, leather and truffle, great depth here with sublime precision on the finish, which is bridled with hints of mushroom and cloves. Maybe this is reaching its peak? Then again, it shows absolutely no signs of reaching the end of its plateau. …
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Price: £259.00
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St Julien, 4th Growth Classification
Bin soiled and stained labels.

1988 Chateau Branaire Ducru. Nose of black cherry, red cherry, cassis and sage, same on the palate, medium/big body, very tasty, held up well but time is short so you should immediately drink up, elegant, and a long, long finish. Cellar Tracker Tasting 2019.

About Chateau Branaire Ducru Château Branaire-Ducru is a renowned wine estate located in the Saint-Julien appellation of the Bordeaux region in France. It is classified as a Fourth Growth (Quatrième Grand Cru Classé) in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, which highlights its longstanding reputation for quality. The estate spans approximately 60 hectares of vineyards, planted mainly with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. …
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Price: £179.00
Stock: 3 in Stock

St Emilion Premiere Grand cru Classe

The Château Trotte Vieille 1988 is a classic wine from the Saint-Émilion appellation in Bordeaux, France. Known for its Premier Grand Cru Classé (B) status, Trotte Vieille consistently delivers wines that are elegant, complex, and reflective of its limestone terroir. The 1988 vintage is recognized as a structured and traditional Bordeaux year, producing wines with freshness, balance, and excellent aging potential.

Wine Overview
The 1988 Château Trotte Vieille is likely a blend typical of the estate:

Cabernet Franc (dominant): Contributing structure, floral notes, and herbal nuances.
Merlot: Adding softness, richness, and red fruit character. …
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Price: £79.95
Stock: 4 in Stock

Pomerol
Good Provenance
Stored at Wine society since original purchase
Damaged Label Top shoulder - see photo

91 points Vinous
The 1988 Vieux Chateau Certan is a vintage that I have not tasted often, something I rue even more having been reacquainted with it. To be honest, for the first five minutes it felt overawed by the 1989. However, it soon gets its act together to deliver and gorgeous nose of black fruit, melted tar and cigar box, unashamedly classic in style, less sensual than the succeeding two vintages and yet extremely well defined. The palate is well balanced with fine tannin, perfectly judged acidity, tobacco and cedar dominating the second half and yet there remains more than enough freshness and length to urge you back for another sip. …
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Price: £165.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Pomerol
Good Provenance
Stored at Wine society since original purchase
Damaged Label - see photo

91 points Vinous
The 1988 Vieux Chateau Certan is a vintage that I have not tasted often, something I rue even more having been reacquainted with it. To be honest, for the first five minutes it felt overawed by the 1989. However, it soon gets its act together to deliver and gorgeous nose of black fruit, melted tar and cigar box, unashamedly classic in style, less sensual than the succeeding two vintages and yet extremely well defined. The palate is well balanced with fine tannin, perfectly judged acidity, tobacco and cedar dominating the second half and yet there remains more than enough freshness and length to urge you back for another sip. …
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Price: £170.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

St Estephe, 2nd Growth Classification

The Cos d'Estournel wine is one of the better wines from what was a weak vintage. It is fully ready to drink, displaying a plummy, toasty bouquet, light to medium body, some soft, fleshy fruit, low acidity, and soft tannins in the finish.

Château Cos d'Estournel is a prestigious wine estate located in the Saint-Estèphe appellation of Bordeaux, France. Established in the early 19th century by Louis-Gaspard d'Estournel, the estate is renowned for its grand architectural style, including the iconic pagodas that distinguish its winery. Covering approximately 100 hectares, the vineyard benefits from a unique terroir of gravel and clay soils, ideal for cultivating Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. …
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Price: £159.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Sauternes

Château Guiteronde du Hayot is one of the oldest vineyards of the Sauternes-Barsac region. We know that back in 1800 it was owned by M. Journu, the president of the Guyenne Electoral College. The reputation of the wines produced here is very old. In 1850, Charles Cocks, a scholar at the University of France published a book titled: “Bordeaux, its region and its wines”. The book listed the major Gironde wines and Château Guiteronde du Hayot was cited among the best Bordeaux white wines.

The vineyard lies in the heart of Haut-Barsac over 25 hectares on a superb clay and limestone soil; it is planted with a combination of 90% Sémillon, 9% Sauvignon and 1% Muscadelle. …
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Price: £69.95
Stock: 1 in Stock

Pauillac 1er Grand Cru Classe

About Chateau Latour Château Latour, located in the Pauillac appellation of Bordeaux, France, is one of the most prestigious and historically significant wine estates in the world. Classified as a First Growth in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, Château Latour is renowned for its powerful, long-lived red wines primarily made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and other classic Bordeaux varietals. The estate's terroir, characterized by its gravelly soils, contributes to the exceptional quality and complexity of its wines. With a history dating back to the 14th century, Château Latour has consistently maintained a reputation for excellence, producing wines that are highly sought after by collectors and connoisseurs. …
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Price: £459.00
Stock: 4 in Stock

Pomerol

Château Nénin is a producer in the Pomerol region of Bordeaux. Like all the wines of Pomerol, Nénin is unclassified, but it is considered one of the better wines in the appellation. The estate is owned by Jean-Hubert Delon. Delon bought the estate in 1997 from his cousins-by-marriage, the Despujol family, who had run the château since 1847.

About Chateau Nenin Château Nenin, situated in the revered Pomerol appellation of Bordeaux, France, is an esteemed estate known for its dedication to crafting exceptional wines that reflect the essence of its terroir. With a history dating back centuries, this historic property has been meticulously managed by the Delon family, who have upheld a tradition of winemaking excellence. …
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Price: £119.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Cantenac Margaux 3rd Growth Classification

The 1986 Château Boyd-Cantenac is a well-aged Third Growth Margaux, originating from an exceptionally structured vintage. The 1986 Bordeaux growing season was warm and dry, leading to wines with firm tannins, deep concentration, and long aging potential. Now nearing 40 years of maturity, this vintage remains an intriguing choice for those who appreciate aged Bordeaux.

With time, this wine has developed elegant and complex aromas, evolving from its youthful fruitiness to more refined notes. The palate remains full-bodied, fresh, and intense, with a long, layered finish supported by well-integrated tannins. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 9 in Stock

St Estephe, 2nd Growth Classification

95 Points - Robert Parker

Reviews: "The 1986 is a highly extracted wine, with a black/ruby color and plenty of toasty, smoky notes in its bouquet that suggest ripe plums and licorice. Evolving at a glacial pace, it exhibits massive, huge, ripe, extremely concentrated flavors with impressive depth and richness. It possesses power, weight, and tannin." Parker, Wine Advocate 1994

"his bottle is similar to the one last year: dense, masculine, wet sand, austere on the nose, as if the wine is slamming a door in your face, but after a time there is a lovely touch of cardamom that develops. The palate suggests that it is worth cellaring, …
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Price: £225.00
Stock: 6 in Stock

St Estephe, 2nd Growth Classification

95 Points - Robert Parker

Reviews: "The 1986 is a highly extracted wine, with a black/ruby color and plenty of toasty, smoky notes in its bouquet that suggest ripe plums and licorice. Evolving at a glacial pace, it exhibits massive, huge, ripe, extremely concentrated flavors with impressive depth and richness. It possesses power, weight, and tannin." Parker, Wine Advocate 1994

"his bottle is similar to the one last year: dense, masculine, wet sand, austere on the nose, as if the wine is slamming a door in your face, but after a time there is a lovely touch of cardamom that develops. The palate suggests that it is worth cellaring, …
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Price: £220.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Cantenac Margaux 3rd Growth Classification

The 1986 Château d'Issan is a beautifully aged Third Growth Margaux, reflecting the structure and depth of this highly regarded vintage. Known for its firm tannins and longevity, the 1986 Bordeaux wines have aged exceptionally well, and Château d'Issan is no exception. Now approaching 40 years, this vintage offers a refined and complex expression of Margaux terroir.

With a deep garnet color and subtle bricking at the rim, this wine reveals a developed bouquet of dark cherry, tobacco, orange zest, and earthy limestone. On the palate, it remains medium-bodied and balanced, with softened tannins and lingering notes of red berries, earth, and floral hints. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 5 in Stock

Margaux

1986 Château du Tertre – A Mature Margaux Experience

Château du Tertre, a distinguished Fifth Growth estate in Bordeaux's Margaux appellation, has a rich history of producing wines that embody the elegance and complexity characteristic of the region. The 1986 vintage, now approaching four decades of maturity, offers a unique opportunity to experience the evolution of this esteemed estate's offerings.​

Tasting Profile

With the passage of time, the 1986 Château du Tertre has developed a nuanced profile. Tasting notes from 2018 describe the wine as exhibiting aromas of leather and cherry, leading to a textured and smooth palate with rustic and earthy character, culminating in a smooth finish. …
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Price: £89.95
Stock: 6 in Stock

Margaux, 3rd Growth Classification

Dark core light bricking at edges. The 1986 Giscours still has a complex bouquet with clearly black currants. In the taste black currant juice, a bit leather, bitter, sweet and vanilla with some earthiness. Soft and good, but a bit drying tannin. Nice aftertaste, slightly bitter. Medium + Finish.

Château Giscours, situated in the Margaux appellation of Bordeaux, France, is renowned for its prestigious history and exceptional red wines. Dating back to the 14th century, the estate's vineyards span approximately 80 hectares, primarily planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot grapes. …
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Price: £119.00
Stock: 3 in Stock

Haut-Medoc

The 1989 Chateau Hanteilan is a claret from a stellar year in Bordeaux filled with soft plummy flavours and hints of cherry alongside notes of cedar and liquorice. A well made Haut Medoc at its best now.

Serving suggestions:
This bottle will need decanting in order to remove sediment and aerate the wine to release its aromas. Serve at room temperature with sirloin steak, roast beef, braised or grilled lamb. It is perfect with soft cheeses such as brie or soft goat cheese as well as hard cheeses such as cheddar, parmigiano reggiano, pecorino or aged manchego.
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Price: £49.95
Stock: 6 in Stock

Pauillac 1er Grand Cru Classe

The 1986 Château Latour is a highly regarded vintage from this legendary Pauillac estate. The 1986 vintage in Bordeaux, particularly for the Left Bank, is celebrated for its exceptional quality, marked by a long, dry growing season that produced highly structured, tannic wines with great aging potential. Château Latour is known for its Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated blends, and the 1986 vintage is a classic example of this style. It is highly sought after by collectors due to its longevity and exceptional reputation.


Tasting Notes: Color: Deep, dark garnet, still showing youthful vibrancy despite its age. …
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Price: £525.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Pauillac 5me Cru Classe, Bordeaux
*** 94 Points - Parker ***

Château Lynch-Bages is an iconic wine estate located in the Pauillac appellation of Bordeaux, France. With a history dating back to the 18th century, the estate has established itself as one of the leading producers of exceptional red wines. Encompassing approximately 100 hectares, the vineyard benefits from gravelly soils and a maritime climate, ideal for cultivating Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot grapes. Château Lynch-Bages's wines are celebrated for their power, depth, and aging potential, exhibiting rich fruit flavors, robust tannins, and a distinct Pauillac character. …
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Price: £249.00
Stock: 6 in Stock

St Estephe, Cru Grand Bourgeois Exceptional
Half Bottle

Château Meyney, located in the Saint-Estèphe appellation of Bordeaux, has a history dating back to the 17th century. The 1986 vintage, now approaching four decades of maturity, offers a unique opportunity to experience the evolution of this esteemed estate's offerings.​


Tasting Profile

Over the years, the 1986 Château Meyney has developed a nuanced profile. Tasting notes from 2023 describe the wine as having very mature fruit, soft tannins, a lighter body, and a smooth finish. While the fruit has faded, it remains a pleasant old Bordeaux. Another review highlights aromas reminiscent of an old humidor, leather, prunes, and cedar, suggesting the wine is probably just past its peak. …
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Price: £62.95
Stock: 24 in Stock

Margaux 3me Cru Classe
*** 93 Points Wine Journal ***

*** 93 Points Wine Journal ***
Reviews "This is one of the great Palmers of the 1980s, though it is several years since I last encountered it. Here, there is one word that springs to mind-class. Wonderful definition, a little reserved at first, but wonderfully defined with cedar, sandalwood and cigar box. The palate has firm tannins as you would expect from an -86, but it is married with Margaux femininity, leading to a lovely, supple finish with graphite and blackberry lingering on the back palate. Superb. Drink now-2018. Tasted November 2009." Neil Martin, Wine Journal

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Price: £285.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

St Emilion Premiere Grand cru Classe
Damaged Label

The Château Trotte Vieille 1986 is a wine from the Saint-Émilion appellation in Bordeaux, France. This estate is classified as a Premier Grand Cru Classé (B) and is known for producing elegant and age-worthy wines that reflect its historic terroir. The 1986 vintage was more celebrated on the Left Bank but still yielded intriguing wines on the Right Bank, particularly for producers with meticulous vineyard management.

Wine Overview
Château Trotte Vieille is known for its classic Bordeaux blends, and the 1986 vintage is likely composed of:

Cabernet Franc (dominant): Contributing structure, floral aromatics, and herbal notes. …
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Price: £69.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

St Emilion Premiere Grand cru Classe

The Château Trotte Vieille 1986 is a wine from the Saint-Émilion appellation in Bordeaux, France. This estate is classified as a Premier Grand Cru Classé (B) and is known for producing elegant and age-worthy wines that reflect its historic terroir. The 1986 vintage was more celebrated on the Left Bank but still yielded intriguing wines on the Right Bank, particularly for producers with meticulous vineyard management.

Wine Overview
Château Trotte Vieille is known for its classic Bordeaux blends, and the 1986 vintage is likely composed of:

Cabernet Franc (dominant): Contributing structure, floral aromatics, and herbal notes. …
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Price: £79.95
Stock: 13 in Stock

St Emilion Grand Cru Classe
Damaged label

The Château Ausone 1985 is a wine from a vintage celebrated for its elegance and balance in Bordeaux. Known for its unique terroir and meticulous winemaking, Château Ausone produced a wine in 1985 that reflects the charm and accessibility of the vintage, while showcasing the estate's signature complexity and finesse.

Wine Overview
Château Ausone, one of the four Premier Grand Cru Classé "A" estates in Saint-Émilion, typically blends:

Cabernet Franc (dominant): Adding structure, floral aromatics, and herbal nuances.
Merlot: Contributing softness, richness, and a lush fruit profile.
Vintage Characteristics
The 1985 vintage in Bordeaux benefited from a warm and even growing season, …
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Price: £425.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

St Julien, 4th Growth Classification
Magnum Bottle

The 1985 Château Branaire-Ducru is a classic example of the elegance and balance that define the wines of Saint-Julien. This Fourth Growth estate has a long-standing reputation for producing refined and structured Bordeaux, and the 1985 vintage is a testament to its consistency. The year was marked by excellent growing conditions in Bordeaux, resulting in wines with rich fruit, soft tannins, and remarkable aging potential.

Upon release, the 1985 Branaire-Ducru displayed a medium garnet hue with slight browning at the edges, a sign of graceful maturation. The nose was inviting, offering aromas of ripe red cherries, currants, and spice notes such as cinnamon and clove. …
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Price: £249.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

St Julien, 4th Growth Classification
Half Bottle

The 1985 Château Branaire-Ducru is a classic example of the elegance and balance that define the wines of Saint-Julien. This Fourth Growth estate has a long-standing reputation for producing refined and structured Bordeaux, and the 1985 vintage is a testament to its consistency. The year was marked by excellent growing conditions in Bordeaux, resulting in wines with rich fruit, soft tannins, and remarkable aging potential.

Upon release, the 1985 Branaire-Ducru displayed a medium garnet hue with slight browning at the edges, a sign of graceful maturation. The nose was inviting, offering aromas of ripe red cherries, currants, and spice notes such as cinnamon and clove. …
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Price: £59.95
Stock: 2 in Stock

Margaux Cru Bourgeois

The 1985 Château Angludet is a charming example of mature Margaux from one of the most graceful vintages of the 1980s. Owned by the Sichel family, Angludet has long been admired for its consistency and value, offering classic Médoc character with a refined Margaux touch. The 1985 vintage in particular benefited from an ideal growing season, producing wines of balance, warmth, and approachability that have aged gracefully.

Now nearing 40 years of age, this Angludet is fully mature, displaying a soft garnet hue with bricking at the rim. The nose is aromatic and nuanced, with notes of dried red berries, leather, tobacco leaf, and potpourri. …
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Price: £89.95
Stock: 6 in Stock

Cantenac (Margaux) 3rd Growth Classification

The 1985 vintage of Château d’Issan is a beautifully mature expression of classic Margaux elegance. A particularly successful vintage for the appellation, 1985 was warm and generous, producing wines with supple fruit, refined tannins, and early accessibility—yet the best examples, like this one, have continued to age gracefully. At this point in its evolution, d’Issan 1985 offers a fully resolved and deeply aromatic experience, ideal for those who appreciate the charm of traditional claret at maturity.

The nose is graceful and layered, with aromas of dried redcurrant, rose petal, cedar, and forest floor. …
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Price: £139.00
Stock: 12 in Stock

Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, Bordeaux

​Château Larmande, a historic Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé estate, has been producing wines since 1569. The 1985 vintage, now approaching four decades of maturity, offers a unique opportunity to experience the evolution of this esteemed estate's offerings.​
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Tasting Notes

A tasting note from 2017 describes the 1985 Château Larmande as having a nose of red berries, leather, sweet spice, autumn leaves, and a hint of farmyard. On the palate, it presents as medium-bodied with soft tannins, featuring flavors of red fruits, leather, and earthy nuances, leading to a smooth finish. …
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Price: £89.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

St Julien

1985 Clos du Marquis – A Rare & Elegant Saint-Julien
From the prestigious vineyards of Château Léoville Las Cases, the 1985 Clos du Marquis is a beautifully aged Bordeaux that showcases the finesse and complexity of Saint-Julien. Now at its peak, this vintage offers a rare opportunity to experience a mature Left Bank wine with exceptional depth and character.

Refined, Balanced, and Ready to Enjoy
With over four decades of careful aging, this wine displays a silky, well-integrated structure with layers of blackcurrant, cedar, tobacco, and earthy truffle. The tannins have softened gracefully, making this a harmonious and elegant Bordeaux with a long, satisfying finish. …
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Price: £119.00
Stock: 5 in Stock

Pauillac 4th Growth Classification

The 1984 Château Duhart-Milon is a well-aged Fourth Growth Pauillac, but it originates from a challenging vintage. The 1984 Bordeaux growing season was marked by cool, damp weather, leading to hard, austere Cabernet-based wines that lacked the balance for long-term aging. Now, over 40 years later, this wine remains a historical curiosity, though its drinkability will largely depend on careful storage.

Reports suggest that the 1984 Duhart-Milon is advanced in maturity, with a thin and delicate structure. While some bottles may still offer subtle earthy notes and hints of old Pauillac character, others may have faded beyond their prime. …
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Price: £89.95
Stock: 1 in Stock

St Emilion Grand Cru Classe

The Château Ausone 1983 is a fascinating vintage from one of Bordeaux’s most iconic estates in the Saint-Émilion appellation. While the 1983 vintage was somewhat overshadowed by the legendary 1982, it offered its own set of unique qualities, producing wines with elegance and charm. Château Ausone, known for its limestone terroir and meticulous craftsmanship, crafted a wine in 1983 that reflects the vintage’s character while showcasing the estate’s signature style.

Wine Overview
The 1983 Château Ausone is typically composed of a blend of:

Cabernet Franc (dominant): Contributing structure, floral aromas, and herbal complexity. …
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Price: £445.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Pauillac 5th Growth Classification

Château Batailley, a fifth-growth estate in Bordeaux's Pauillac appellation, has a longstanding reputation for producing robust and age-worthy wines. The 1983 vintage, while overshadowed by the exceptional 1982, has matured gracefully over the decades, offering a unique tasting experience for enthusiasts of classic Bordeaux.​

The 1983 growing season presented challenges, including hot and humid weather that led to overripe grapes and the development of rot. However, a sunny autumn provided ideal harvesting conditions, resulting in generous and intensely fruity wines that developed more quickly than their 1982 counterparts. …
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Price: £66.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Moulis en Medoc

Château Chasse-Spleen, a distinguished estate in Bordeaux's Moulis-en-Médoc appellation, has a storied history of producing wines that embody the elegance and complexity characteristic of the region. The 1983 vintage, now approaching four decades of maturity, offers a unique opportunity to experience the evolution of this esteemed estate's offerings.​


Tasting Profile
With the passage of time, the 1983 Château Chasse-Spleen has developed a nuanced profile. Tasting notes from 2006 describe the wine as having a lovely faded blackcurrant nose with an earthy background. On the palate, it presents as round, spicy, and slightly earthy, leading to a nice long warm finish. …
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Price: £59.00
Stock: 8 in Stock

St Estephe, 2nd Growth Classification

This is a very fine 1983: Far superior on the nose to the 1988. Damson, mulberry and a touch of earth. Fine definition. Perhaps even a little mint leaf. The palate is well-defined with rounded, plummy damson fruit. Not complex but there is a vigour and charm here. Fresh acidity. Becomes quite minerally in the finish. Drinking superbly now.

Château Cos d'Estournel is a prestigious wine estate located in the Saint-Estèphe appellation of Bordeaux, France. Established in the early 19th century by Louis-Gaspard d'Estournel, the estate is renowned for its grand architectural style, including the iconic pagodas that distinguish its winery. …
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Price: £175.00
Stock: 3 in Stock

Cantenac (Margaux) 3me cru classe

The 1983 Château d'Issan is a beautifully aged Third Growth Margaux, offering a refined and elegant expression of this historic estate. The 1983 vintage in Bordeaux was highly regarded, particularly in the Margaux appellation, where wines developed excellent structure and longevity. Now, after over 40 years of aging, this wine presents a fascinating opportunity for collectors and lovers of mature Bordeaux.

With a deep garnet color and amber hues, the wine showcases a complex bouquet of red and black currants, subtle bergamot, and mint, with tertiary notes of cedar and tobacco. The palate remains medium-bodied and well-balanced, with softened tannins and a lingering, refined finish. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, Bordeaux
Half Bottle 37.5cl

​Château Larmande, located in the Saint-Émilion appellation of Bordeaux, is one of the region's oldest estates, with a history dating back to 1585. The 1983 vintage, now over four decades old, offers a unique opportunity to experience a mature expression of this Grand Cru Classé wine.​

Tasting Notes

Specific tasting notes for the 1983 Château Larmande are limited. However, given its age, it's plausible that the wine exhibits tertiary aromas such as leather, tobacco, and earthy notes, with softened tannins and a harmonious palate. It's important to note that individual bottle conditions can vary, especially with wines of this age. …
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Price: £49.95
Stock: 15 in Stock

Pauillac 5me Cru Classe

*** 88 points Wine Journal ***

Reviews
"This has a light nose, mulberry, a touch of wild mushroom, sloe and a touch of caramel. Moderate definition. Palate is medium-bodied, quite rustic tannins, mulberry, touch of leather, the acidity a little sharp and attacking. Course, peppery finish." Neil Martin Wine Journal tasted 2009.

Château Lynch-Bages is an iconic wine estate located in the Pauillac appellation of Bordeaux, France. With a history dating back to the 18th century, the estate has established itself as one of the leading producers of exceptional red wines. Encompassing approximately 100 hectares, …
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Price: £179.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Margaux

The 1983 Clos des Quatre Vents from the Margaux appellation is a mature Bordeaux wine that has developed complex characteristics over the decades.

Tasting Notes:
Deep garnet with a brick-red rim. A bouquet of dried fruits such as prunes and figs, interwoven with tertiary notes of leather, tobacco, and forest floor. Subtle hints of cedar and spice add to its complexity. Medium bodied palate with softened tannins, offering flavours of stewed blackberries, earthy undertones, and a touch of savoury minerality. The finish is smooth, with lingering notes of dried herbs and a hint of mocha. …
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Price: £89.95
Stock: 1 in Stock

St Emilion Grand Cru Classe

The Château Ausone 1982 is a highly sought-after wine from one of Bordeaux's most esteemed estates in the Saint-Émilion appellation. The 1982 vintage is legendary across Bordeaux for its near-perfect growing conditions, producing wines of exceptional quality, power, and aging potential. While Château Ausone had a slightly different style and reputation during the early 1980s compared to today, the 1982 remains a fascinating and historic wine, showcasing the estate’s unique limestone terroir.

Wine Overview
Château Ausone is celebrated for its small production and unparalleled terroir. The 1982 vintage likely includes a blend of:

Cabernet Franc (dominant): Adding structure, aromatic intensity, and floral and herbal notes. …
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Price: £585.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

St Julien, 4th Growth Classification

1982 Château Branaire-Ducru – A Benchmark Bordeaux from a Legendary Vintage
The 1982 Château Branaire-Ducru comes from one of the most celebrated Bordeaux vintages of the 20th century. The 1982 growing season was marked by warm, dry conditions and an ideal harvest, allowing for excellent grape ripeness and tannin development. As a fourth-growth estate in the prestigious Saint-Julien appellation, Château Branaire-Ducru has long been known for producing refined and structured wines that age beautifully over time. The 1982 vintage is no exception, offering a mature and expressive profile after more than 40 years in the bottle. …
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Price: £139.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

St Estephe, 2nd Growth Classification

Review by Robert Parker... "A spectacular performance for this wine, Cos d'Estournel's 1982 exhibits a dark ruby/purple color with light pink at the rim. Sweet aromas of jammy black fruits intermixed with roasted espresso and vanillin jump from the glass of this young, concentrated, full-bodied, succulent effort. An opulent texture, low acidity, and splendidly pure, concentrated, blackberry and cassis fruit suggest this 1982 can be drunk now, or cellared for another 15-20 years. An awesome wine!" Wine Advocate, 2000

Château Cos d'Estournel is a prestigious wine estate located in the Saint-Estèphe appellation of Bordeaux, France. …
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Price: £495.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Listrac (Médoc) Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel

Château Fourcas Hosten, located in Bordeaux's Listrac-Médoc appellation, has a history dating back to the 18th century. The 1982 vintage, celebrated for its exceptional quality across Bordeaux, yielded wines with remarkable richness and aging potential.​

Tasting Notes

A tasting note from 2013 for the 1982 Château Fourcas Hosten indicates that the wine had "held up very well," with "lots of fruit on the palate even after 31 years in a cellar." This suggests that, at that time, the wine maintained its fruit character and structure.​
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Serving Suggestions

When serving a mature wine like the 1982 Château Fourcas Hosten, …
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Price: £79.95
Stock: 23 in Stock

Pauillac, Cru Bourgeois

​Château Pibran, located in the Pauillac appellation of Bordeaux, has a history dating back to the early 20th century. The 1982 vintage is particularly noteworthy, as it is considered one of the finest in Bordeaux's history, producing wines with exceptional richness, concentration, and aging potential.​
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Tasting Notes

While specific tasting notes for the 1982 Château Pibran are limited, one community member described it as having an excellent nose and being very pleasant to drink, awarding it 87 points. Given its age, the wine likely exhibits tertiary aromas such as leather, tobacco, and earthy notes, with softened tannins and a harmonious palate. …
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Price: £65.00
Stock: 3 in Stock

Pauillac, Cru Bourgeois

​Château Pibran, located in the Pauillac appellation of Bordeaux, has a history dating back to the early 20th century. The 1982 vintage is particularly noteworthy, as it is considered one of the finest in Bordeaux's history, producing wines with exceptional richness, concentration, and aging potential.​
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Tasting Notes

While specific tasting notes for the 1982 Château Pibran are limited, one community member described it as having an excellent nose and being very pleasant to drink, awarding it 87 points. Given its age, the wine likely exhibits tertiary aromas such as leather, tobacco, and earthy notes, with softened tannins and a harmonious palate. …
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Price: £59.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Saint-Julien, 2nd Wine

Built in 1565, Château Beychevelle has long been celebrated for its exceptional wines. It was recognised as a Fourth Growth estate in the prestigious 1855 Bordeaux classification, and today the team continues to uphold its stellar reputation. This Amiral Beychevelle from the 1981 vintage is their second wine – made with the same care and precision as their grand vin, but from younger vines and with a higher proportion of Merlot in the blend.

Tasting Notes:
Deep garnet hue with slight bricking at the rim, indicative of its maturity. Evolved bouquet featuring notes of dried black fruits, cedar, and subtle earthy undertones. …
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Price: £139.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

St Julien, 4th Growth Classification

The 1981 Branaire is quite forward, precociously supple, and fruity. The bouquet is showing expansive, complex, chocolatey, cedary components.

About Chateau Branaire Ducru Château Branaire-Ducru is a renowned wine estate located in the Saint-Julien appellation of the Bordeaux region in France. It is classified as a Fourth Growth (Quatrième Grand Cru Classé) in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, which highlights its longstanding reputation for quality. The estate spans approximately 60 hectares of vineyards, planted mainly with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. …
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Price: £119.00
Stock: 11 in Stock

Listrac Cru Bourgeois

The 1981 Chateau Clarke Stoic and firm in character, the nose, with its tobacco, wet earth, spice, cassis and cherry aromatics are the best part of the wine. There is an austerity on the palate that will definitely appeal to lovers of older classic wine.

Château Clarke is a wine property of Bordeaux of 54 hectares (130 acres) based in the Listrac-Médoc AOC and classified as Cru Bourgeois. The vineyard is made up of Cabernet Sauvignon (48%), Merlot (42%), Cabernet Franc (8%), and Petit Verdot (2%), planted on a limestone ground calcareous eocene and calcareous clay (spacing: 6060 vines/ha).

About Chateau Clarke Château Clarke, …
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Price: £79.95
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St Estephe, 2nd Growth Classification

The 1981 Cos d'Estournel is a deep ruby colour, with a spicy, rich, briery, tightly knit bouquet, this wine is deeper and more promising than the 1983, but relatively light, compact, and lean.

Château Cos d'Estournel is a prestigious wine estate located in the Saint-Estèphe appellation of Bordeaux, France. Established in the early 19th century by Louis-Gaspard d'Estournel, the estate is renowned for its grand architectural style, including the iconic pagodas that distinguish its winery. Covering approximately 100 hectares, the vineyard benefits from a unique terroir of gravel and clay soils, ideal for cultivating Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. …
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Price: £129.00
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Pauillac 5th Growth Classification

​Château Croizet-Bages, a fifth-growth estate in Bordeaux's Pauillac appellation, has a history dating back to the 18th century. The 1981 vintage, while not among the most celebrated years in Bordeaux, offers a unique opportunity to experience a mature expression of this estate's wine.​

Specific tasting notes for the 1981 Château Croizet-Bages are limited, reflecting the vintage's modest reputation. However, given the wine's age, it's likely to exhibit tertiary aromas such as leather, tobacco, and earthy notes, with softened tannins and a harmonious palate. It's important to note that individual bottle conditions can vary, especially with wines of this age. …
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Price: £79.95
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St Julien, 2eme Growth Classification

The 1981 Ducru Beaucailiou has a very intense red; nose of berries, nice claret bouquet; good fruit on the palate, broad; initially quite green - not a great vintage but quite acceptable.

Château Ducru-Beaucaillou, located in the renowned Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux, France, is an iconic estate celebrated for its exceptional wines and illustrious history. Dating back to the 18th century, this historic property has been meticulously tended by generations of the Borie family, who have upheld a tradition of excellence in winemaking. Situated on gravelly soils along the Gironde River, …
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Price: £149.00
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St Julien 2me Growth Classification

A deep tawny rim with a mahogany core. This has a delightful nose, very good intensity with notes of cooked meats, roasted chestnut, toffee and a touch of marzipan. It smells as if it is from a hot vintage! After five minutes in the glass, it become a little muffled but develops a touch of mint. The palate certainly has more fruit concentration than the 1980, a rounded texture, quite sharp acidity with notes of sour cherry, a touch of leather and a dry, rather gamey, but attenuated finish. Not bad for a 1981.

Château Léoville Poyferré is a prestigious wine estate located in the Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux, France. …
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Price: £165.00
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Pauillac 5th Growth Classification

1980 Château Batailley – A Mature Pauillac from a Challenging Vintage
The 1980 Château Batailley comes from a vintage that tested Bordeaux winemakers due to cool, wet conditions throughout the growing season. Château Batailley, a fifth-growth estate in Pauillac, is known for producing structured, Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant wines that traditionally age well. However, 1980 was not a strong vintage, with a late and difficult harvest leading to wines that were generally lighter in body and acidity-driven rather than deeply concentrated.

Now, more than 40 years later, any well-preserved bottle of 1980 Château Batailley will have evolved into a delicate, fully mature wine. …
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Price: £66.00
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Pauillac 1er Grand Cru Classe

The 1980 Château Latour from Pauillac, one of Bordeaux’s First Growth estates, comes from a less celebrated vintage. The 1980 growing season was challenging due to a cooler and wetter summer, resulting in less-than-ideal conditions for ripening. However, Château Latour is known for its ability to produce outstanding wines even in difficult years and the 1980 vintage is one of the top wines from the vintage, although lighter and less structured compared to more renowned vintages.

Tasting notes for the 1980 Château Latour: The wine is predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon, with smaller amounts of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot typical of Latour’s blend. …
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Price: £495.00
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Paulliac 1er Cru Grand Classe

The 1980 Château Mouton Rothschild is a fascinating example of how even First Growth estates navigate the challenges of difficult vintages. This particular year was marked by variable weather across Bordeaux, including a wet spring and cool summer, which led to uneven ripening and modest fruit concentration. As a result, wines from the 1980 vintage, including Mouton Rothschild, are generally considered less powerful and less age-worthy than those from more acclaimed years. Yet, despite these hurdles, Mouton’s reputation and meticulous winemaking ensure that even its weaker vintages hold interest. …
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Price: £335.00
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Saint-Emilion Grand Cru

Château Cormeil-Figeac is a family-owned estate located in the Saint-Émilion appellation of Bordeaux, France. Situated between the renowned Châteaux Figeac and Cheval Blanc, the estate benefits from an exceptional terroir. Currently managed by the fourth generation of the family, Victor and Coraline Moreaud, the vineyard spans approximately 10 hectares with vines averaging 45 years of age. The vineyard is planted with 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc.

Tasting Notes:
Expect a garnet coloured wine with aromas of red berries (cherry, raspberry), dried herbs, earthy notes, hints of cedar and tobacco. …
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Price: £69.00
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St Estephe 5th Growth Classification
Magnum

Château Cos Labory, a fifth-growth estate in Bordeaux's Saint-Estèphe appellation, has a history of producing robust and age-worthy wines. The 1979 vintage experienced a cool growing season, leading to wines that were initially graceful and well-balanced but have since declined, often exhibiting lean tannins and diminished fruit. ​


After over four decades, the 1979 Château Cos Labory may present pronounced earthy and leathery notes, with a reduced fruit presence. Proper decanting is recommended to separate any sediment and to allow the wine to breathe, potentially unveiling subtle nuances that have developed over time. …
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Price: £129.00
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Pauillac 5th Growth Classification

1979 Château Croizet-Bages – A Mature Pauillac from a Classic Era
Château Croizet-Bages, a fifth-growth estate in the Pauillac appellation, is known for producing Cabernet Sauvignon-led wines that offer a more approachable and elegant expression of the region. The 1979 vintage in Bordeaux was a moderate to good year, producing wines that were medium-bodied, well-structured, and capable of aging for several decades. While overshadowed by the more powerful 1978 and 1982 vintages, 1979 Bordeaux wines have proven to age gracefully, particularly from well-regarded estates.

Now at over 40 years of age, …
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Sauternes
Sweet White Wine

The 1979 Château La Tour Blanche Sauternes, a Premier Cru Classé from the Sauternes appellation, exemplifies the estate's commitment to producing refined and age-worthy sweet wines. Crafted predominantly from Sémillon, with smaller proportions of Sauvignon Blanc and Muscadelle, this vintage reflects the favorable conditions of the 1979 harvest, which allowed for the development of noble rot (Botrytis cinerea), essential for the concentration and complexity characteristic of Sauternes wines.

In the glass, the 1979 La Tour Blanche displays a golden yellow hue, indicative of its maturity. The nose reveals an intense exotic expression with notes of pineapple, …
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Price: £119.00
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Pauillac 5th Growth Classification

Château Lynch-Moussas, a fifth-growth estate in Bordeaux's Pauillac appellation, has a storied history dating back to the 18th century. The 1979 vintage, while not among the most celebrated years in Bordeaux, offers a unique glimpse into the evolution of this estate's wines over the decades.​

Specific tasting notes for the 1979 Château Lynch-Moussas are scarce, reflecting the vintage's overall modest reputation. However, given the wine's age, it's likely to exhibit tertiary aromas such as leather, tobacco, and earthy notes, with softened tannins and a harmonious palate. It's important to note that individual bottle conditions can vary, especially with wines of this age. …
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Price: £99.00
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Graves Blanc

Excluded from our guarantee

This 1979 Malartic Lagravière Blanc is sold as a curiosity. While it was originally a superb Pessac with an elegant nose of yellow fruit and citrus, and a full-bodied palate with lovely acidity, it was designed to age up to fifteen years. As such, although it may be drinkable and rewarding, we cannot guarantee its condition. However, it could make a unique novelty gift for someone born in 1979.

Purchased by the family of Count Hippolite de Maurès de Malartic at the end of the eighteenth century, Château Malartic Lagravière has been renowned for centuries for the quality of its terroir. In 1997, the Bonnie family bought it from the Marly family. …
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Price: £30.00
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Chateau Balan

Bordeaux, in the south-west of France, needs little introduction to anyone with an interest in wine. One of the world's most prolific wine regions, it also manages to rank among the most famous and prestigious. The secrets of Bordeaux's wine success (other than magical Bordeaux Blend) are its three trump cards: diversity, quality and quantity. The majority of Bordeaux wines are the dry, medium-bodied reds that made the region famous.
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Price: £69.00
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Chateau Prince Larquey

Bordeaux, in the south-west of France, needs little introduction to anyone with an interest in wine. One of the world's most prolific wine regions, it also manages to rank among the most famous and prestigious. The secrets of Bordeaux's wine success (other than magical Bordeaux Blend) are its three trump cards: diversity, quality and quantity. The majority of Bordeaux wines are the dry, medium-bodied reds that made the region famous.
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Price: £69.00
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Pauillac 5th Growth Classification

Château Batailley, a fifth-growth estate in Bordeaux's Pauillac appellation, has a longstanding reputation for producing robust and age-worthy wines. The 1978 vintage, while not among the most celebrated years, has matured gracefully over the decades, offering a unique tasting experience for enthusiasts of aged Bordeaux.​

Tasting notes from this vintage reveal a wine that has developed classic aged claret characteristics. Earthy notes, tobacco, and moss are prominent on the nose, indicative of its maturity. On the palate, it presents as quite light and elegant, showcasing the subtlety that can come with extended aging. …
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Price: £89.00
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Haut-Medoc, 5th Growth Classification

The 1978 Château Belgrave hails from a vintage that saw a cool, wet spring followed by a hot and dry summer, leading to uneven ripening across Bordeaux. As a fifth-growth estate in the Haut-Médoc, Château Belgrave has long been known for its classic Bordeaux blends, primarily composed of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with smaller portions of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. While some 1978 Bordeaux wines showed promise in their youth, their longevity has varied depending on storage conditions and individual château vinification styles.

At nearly 50 years old, the 1978 Château Belgrave has likely developed complex, aged characteristics, with earthy, leathery, and dried fruit notes taking center stage. …
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Margaux 3me Cru Classe
Bin soiled labels
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From the good 1978 vintage, this wine still has a quite dark colour with a moderate amount of age showing
around the rim. The bouquet is a little earthy at first but reveals some complexity. The taste is much better than the bouquet reavealing some typical cassis fruit and medium length finish.

Château d'Issan stands as a historic wine estate located in the Margaux appellation of Bordeaux, France. With a legacy spanning over 800 years, the estate has garnered recognition for producing exceptional red wines. Encompassing around 44 hectares, the vineyard benefits from a diverse terroir of gravelly and sandy soils, ideal for nurturing Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes. …
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Price: £75.00
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Pessac-Léognan
Level top shoulder or better

The 1978 Château La Mission Haut-Brion is widely regarded as one of the standout Bordeaux wines of its vintage. Hailing from the Pessac-Léognan appellation in Graves, this wine exemplifies the estate's reputation for producing deeply structured and long-lived reds. Notably, Robert Parker awarded it a score of 96 points, describing it as "one of the top ten wines of the vintage" and a strong contender for "the" wine of 1978.

In the glass, the wine displays a dark garnet color with minimal lightening at the rim, indicating its maturity. The bouquet is rich and complex, offering aromas of truffles, charcoal, scorched earth, black currants, plums, figs, and crushed rocks. …
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Price: £950.00
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Pessac-Leognan Cru Classe

With a vibrant medium garnet colour the 1978 Pape Clement shows a lifted bouquet of spice, graphite, subtle tobacco and dried herbs. On the palate blackcurrant, plum and sour cherry interwoven with subtle dried herbs, tobacco and earth. Smooth and seamless mid-palate with lively acidity and a long and satisfying finish with hints of menthol and fine grain tannins. At its peak now.

About Chateau Pape Clement Château Pape Clément, located in the Pessac-Léognan appellation of Bordeaux, France, is one of the oldest Grands Crus vineyards in the region, with a history dating back to the 13th century. …
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Sauternes 1er Cru Classe
Sweet White Wine

Beautiful copper in colour with bouquet that can fill a room with apricots and gardenia with a hint of ocean breeze. In the mouth it is wonderfully delicious as most desert wines are but what set this apart is it's not so sweet with good firm tannin structure and a bit of honeydew and cinnamon on the back end. Also as with most desert wines the finish lingers for (seemingly) hours and butter, honey, and citrus coating your throat. This wine is absolutely wonderful.

Château Rieussec, located in the Sauternes appellation of Bordeaux, France, is renowned for its prestigious history and exceptional sweet wines. …
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Price: £119.00
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Sauternes 1er Cru Classe
Sweet White Wine

Beautiful copper in colour with bouquet that can fill a room with apricots and gardenia with a hint of ocean breeze. In the mouth it is wonderfully delicious as most desert wines are but what set this apart is it's not so sweet with good firm tannin structure and a bit of honeydew and cinnamon on the back end. Also as with most desert wines the finish lingers for (seemingly) hours and butter, honey, and citrus coating your throat. This wine is absolutely wonderful.

Château Rieussec, located in the Sauternes appellation of Bordeaux, France, is renowned for its prestigious history and exceptional sweet wines. …
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Price: £129.00
Stock: 4 in Stock

Pauillac, 1st growth Classification
Upper shoulder / glue striped label

A very rare 1977 first growth wine - the bottles have been stored well and the condition is good. Probably the best wine of a poor Bordeaux vintage. Cellar Tracker reviews mention notes of earthy, mushroom truffles. There are some recommendations not to decant (open and reseal).

Château Latour, located in the Pauillac appellation of Bordeaux, France, is one of the most prestigious and historically significant wine estates in the world. Classified as a First Growth in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, Château Latour is renowned for its powerful, long-lived red wines primarily made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and other classic Bordeaux varietals. …
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Price: £425.00
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Pauillac, 1st growth Classification
top shoulder

A very rare 1977 first growth wine - the bottles have been stored well and the condition is good. Probably the best wine of a poor Bordeaux vintage. Cellar Tracker reviews mention notes of earthy, mushroom truffles. There are some recommendations not to decant (open and reseal).

About Chateau Latour Château Latour, located in the Pauillac appellation of Bordeaux, France, is one of the most prestigious and historically significant wine estates in the world. Classified as a First Growth in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, Château Latour is renowned for its powerful, long-lived red wines primarily made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and other classic Bordeaux varietals. …
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Price: £495.00
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Pauillac, 1st Growth Classification
High shoulder

At the invitation of Baron Philippe de Rothschild, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother spent three days at Mouton on the occasion of her official visit to Bordeaux in April 1977.

To commemorate the visit, and with her permission, Baron Philippe dedicated the 1977 Mouton Rothschild label to her as a personal tribute.

Despite the vintage this wine still has a majestic color and nose given its age. As with most Bordeaux from 1977, this is a tad past its prime but you can tell this was a wine of elegance. Very interesting flavors of earth, a little leather, and berries. a little short lived on the palate but very interesting. …
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Price: £395.00
Stock: 1 in Stock