Bordeaux Region Report

Sauternes
Half Bottle (37.5cl)

Lafaurie-Peyraguey has produced some of Sauternes' most powerful wines for many decades now. The massively rich, yet fresh, lively 1988 offers a compelling, flowery, honeyed bouquet of vanilla custard, buttery orange/apricot scents, and smoky ceme brulee. The wine's zesty acidity brings everything into extraordinary clarity. With plenty of botrytis evident, this is a full-bodied, super-concentrated, fascinating, powerful yet elegant Sauternes that will age beautifully.

Appearance
Deep golden‑amber with rich, glowing hues that reflect significant maturity and concentration — a sign of noble rot development and age‑worthy sweetness. …
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Price: £49.00
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St Julien 4me Cru Classe

*** 92 Points Robert Parker ***

"This is just a great Beychevelle, certainly the best of the decade and an indication of just what this wine can do. A deep garnet hue. The nose is typical of the vintage: dense cedar and tobacco infused blackberry, a touch of gypsum, wet sand and wild hedgerow (almost like a the north Norfolk sand-dunes.) The palate is full-bodied with a liquorices tinged entry, firm tannins and structure and impressive concentration, one that would not embarrass Las-Cases! Muscular finish that maintains its sense of delineation and harmony. A great wine. Drink now-2020+." Tasted 2007, …
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Pauillac 5th Growth Classification

Château Clerc Milon 1987, Pauillac 5ème Cru Classé

The 1987 Château Clerc Milon is a mature and characterful Pauillac, offering a classic expression of this Fifth Growth in a lighter, more evolved vintage. Now fully mature, it provides a nuanced and approachable claret for immediate enjoyment.

The nose is expressive and gently developed, with aromas of redcurrant, dried cherry and plum, layered with notes of cedar, tobacco and earthy undertones. Subtle hints of leather and spice add further complexity, reflecting its time in bottle.

On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied with softened tannins and a smooth, integrated structure. …
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Price: £99.00
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Pomerol

Appearance
Medium garnet with slight brick-orange edges, showing its age gracefully while retaining a warm, inviting hue.

Nose
Evolved and expressive, with aromas of dried plum, black cherry, and cassis layered with cedar, leather, and hints of earthy tobacco. Subtle notes of forest floor and spice emerge with aeration.

Palate
Medium-bodied with soft, integrated tannins. Red and black fruit flavors dominate, accompanied by savory hints of truffle, mushroom, and gentle tobacco. Balanced acidity keeps the wine lively despite its age.

Finish
Long and refined, with lingering notes of dried fruit, cedar, and a subtle mineral-earthiness that adds depth. …
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Moulis en Medoc

1982 Château Chasse-Spleen comes from the legendary 1982 Bordeaux vintage and shows how well this much-loved Moulis estate can age. After more than forty years in bottle, the wine has moved into a beautifully mature phase, where structure and freshness are still present but wrapped in soft, evolved complexity.

In the glass, it reveals a brick-garnet core with a broad, fading rim. The nose is classical and savoury: dried blackcurrant and red cherry, cedar, cigar box and pencil shavings, with hints of leather, undergrowth and a gentle iron-mineral note typical of the Médoc. Subtle dried herbs and spice add further nuance as the wine opens in the glass. …
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Price: £89.00
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Margaux
Damaged label

1982 Château du Tertre is a fine, fully mature expression of Margaux from one of Bordeaux’s most celebrated vintages. After more than four decades in bottle, it has transitioned from youthful power to a wonderfully graceful, aromatic style, where perfume, finesse and subtle complexity are the defining features.

In the glass, it shows a pale brick-garnet colour with a wide, amber-tinted rim. The bouquet is delicate yet intricate: dried redcurrant and cherry, cedar and pencil shavings, with notes of cigar box, leather and autumnal undergrowth. Classic Margaux florals—dried rose petal and a touch of violet—hover in the background, adding lift and elegance. …
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Price: £125.00
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Pauillac, 5th Growth Classification

The 1976 growing season in Bordeaux was challenging, with a cooler and wetter spring followed by a moderate summer, producing slightly less concentrated berries than the blockbuster 1975. Nevertheless, Château Batailley’s meticulous vineyard management and traditional vinification techniques allowed the estate to craft a wine of balance and finesse. The vintage exhibits refined structure, moderate tannins, and a distinctive freshness, making it approachable yet age-worthy.

Appearance
In the glass, the 1976 Château Batailley displays a medium garnet colour with soft brick-orange edges, reflecting its age and slow, graceful evolution. …
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Pauillac 1er Grand Cru Classe

Château Lafite Rothschild 1976

Vintage & Background
1976 was not one of the most consistent years in Bordeaux, but Lafite Rothschild delivered a standout example — many consider it one of the best Lafites of the 1970s. The growing season had its challenges, yet enough heat and ripeness were achieved to produce a wine that has aged remarkably well.

Appearance & Nose
In the glass the wine shows mature colouring: deep ruby with signs of brick at the rim, and a subtle amber/orange tinge beginning to show at the edges. On the nose expect classic mature Pauillac aromas — dried black fruits (blackcurrant, plum), cedarwood, cigar ash, graphite, hints of leather, mushroom, and tobacco. …
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Price: £695.00
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Pauillac 1er Grand Cru Classe (High-shoulder)

Mahogany core with deep brick rim. The nose is actually better than I anticipated with some dusty black fruits, cedar a touch of game, but it certainly lacks vigour and cohesion. The palate is a little tawdry, slightly hollow with an cooked character that jars against some obvious green berries that found themselves fermenting. Linear towards the dry finish, moderate length.

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. Founded in the 19th century, …
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Price: £399.00
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Mestrezat Preller

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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Pauillac 1er Grand Cru Classe

Château Latour, 1972
Pauillac – Premier Grand Cru Classé

The 1972 vintage in Bordeaux was shaped by a challenging growing season, producing lighter, more restrained wines across the Médoc. Yet at the very top of the hierarchy, estates such as Château Latour demonstrated their ability to craft wines of structure and dignity even in less celebrated years. As one of the five First Growths of the 1855 Classification, Latour is renowned for its consistency, depth and longevity, rooted in its exceptional terroir around the Enclos vineyard overlooking the Gironde estuary.

The estate’s Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant blend, drawn from deep gravel soils, lends structure and classical Pauillac character even in modest vintages. …
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Price: £465.00
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Margaux 1er Grand Cru Classe
High Shoulder Level

From the rare 1972 vintage - The Chateau Margaux still has a good red colour, the wine is a little acidic wine and lacks ripeness. The wine is both light and dry.

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. …
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Price: £365.00
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Pauillac, 1er Grand Cru Classe

*** 96 Points Robert Parker ***
*** 95 Points Wine Journal ***

Reviews
"The wine of the vintage, the 1966 Latour is a classic, old style Bordeaux that has required decades to become drinkable. A dark, opaque garnet color is followed by a fabulous nose of cedar, sweet leather, black fruits, prunes, and roasted walnuts, refreshing underlying acidity, sweet but noticeable tannin, and a spicy finish. This powerful, vigorous, immensely impressive, concentrated Latour has reached its plateau of maturity, where it will remain for another 10-20 years.

"The Latour ’66 remains one of the great wines of the vintage. …
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Price: £795.00
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Lussac Saint Emilion

Château Lyonnat 1966

Lussac-Saint-Émilion

A rare and characterful mature Bordeaux from the Right Bank, this 1966 Château Lyonnat offers a fascinating glimpse into the longevity of traditional Saint-Émilion wines. Produced in a classic vintage, it has evolved gracefully over the decades, developing the complex tertiary aromas that collectors and enthusiasts seek.

On the nose, it reveals a delicate bouquet of dried red fruits, autumn leaves, cedar wood and old leather, with subtle hints of tobacco and forest floor. The palate is soft and fully mature, showing gentle notes of stewed plum, redcurrant and earthy spice, supported by fine, resolved tannins. …
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Margaux 3me Cru Classe

The 1966 Château Malescot St. Exupéry is a well-aged Third Growth Margaux, showcasing the depth and complexity that comes with nearly 60 years of maturation. The 1966 Bordeaux vintage was highly regarded for its structured and long-lived wines, and this Margaux estate has produced a wine that remains intriguing for those who appreciate mature Bordeaux.

With a garnet hue and subtle bricking, this vintage offers a layered bouquet of forest floor, smoke, leather, and cigar box, alongside faint vegetal and caramel hints. On the palate, the wine maintains refined elegance, though it has moved fully into its tertiary phase, making it a fascinating experience for collectors and enthusiasts of aged Bordeaux. …
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Price: £159.00
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Pauillac 1st Growth Classification
Top Shoulder Level

The 1960 Château Latour is a testament to its age and the estate’s commitment to producing quality wines even in difficult years. Though not a standout vintage, it should offer a graceful, fully mature drinking experience. The bottles have been well stored but it may not have the power or complexity of more renowned vintages like 1959 or 1961.

If you're considering purchasing a 1960 Château Latour, it may be a fragile wine, so handle it carefully, decant lightly, and savor its historical significance.
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Price: £695.00
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Saint- Emilion

Appearance:
Medium garnet with gentle tawny hues at the rim, showing the elegant evolution of this small Saint‑Émilion Grand Cru over nearly 70 years. The core still holds colour, but age has softened the edges to an inviting amber‑tinged brilliance.

Nose:
Enticing and mature, with dried red and black fruit — think plum compote, dried cherry and softened cassis — interlaced with earthy forest floor, cedar chest, and delicate leather. Secondary notes of tobacco leaf, spice and a hint of game add complexity without overwhelming the perfume.

Palate:
Medium‑bodied and refined, the palate unfolds with memories of black plum, dried raspberry and faint herbaceous nuances. …
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Price: £175.00
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Pauillac 5th Growth Classification
Half Bottle (37.5cl)

The 1949 Château Batailley hails from a vintage celebrated for producing some of Bordeaux's most enduring and elegant wines. Located in the Pauillac appellation, Château Batailley is a fifth-growth estate renowned for its robust and age-worthy clarets. The 1949 vintage, in particular, has been noted for its exceptional quality, often compared to the legendary 1945 and 1947 vintages.​

Tasting notes from well-preserved bottles of the 1949 Château Batailley reveal a wine of remarkable complexity and depth. A vertical tasting of Château Batailley, which included the 1949 vintage, described it as having "a lovely nose, with notes of tea, earth, and a touch of leather. …
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Price: £289.00
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Pauillac Grand Cru Classe, Bordeaux

Mature mahogany colour, a little cloudy. Plenty of glycerine, unctuous and creamy port like texture, but without the sweetness, which one could expect given that 1948 wasn’t a very ripe vintage. It kept getting better in the glass.

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: £1,195.00
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Pauillac 5me Grand Cru Classe, Bordeaux (Top Shoulder)

Baron Philippe de Rothschild bought this wine in 1933. Neighboring the famous Mouton Rothschild, it belonged since the XVIIth century to the Armailhacq family. Therefore it was called Château Mouton d'Armailhacq. In 1956, it was called Château Mouton Baron Philippe, and then in 1975, Château Mouton Baronne Philippe. Since 1989, the Baronne Philippine de Rothschild has renowned it, according to its origin, Château d'Armailhac.
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Price: £595.00
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Barsac, Premier Cru Classe

1947 Chateau Coutet tasting note from Cellar Tracker. "If the nose on the 1947 Coutet is promising, then the palate over-delivers with the most fresh rough cut Seville orange marmalade, macadamia, toffee, cooked shiitake, Marsala, and unsmoked cigar. This isn’t the biggest, but I love its combination of fresh and savory, of young and old, of lush and svelte." Tasted 2022 - 96 Points

Château Coutet is a historic wine estate located in Barsac, Bordeaux, known for producing exceptional sweet wines. Established in the 13th century and classified as a Premier Cru Classé in 1855, it is one of the oldest and most esteemed vineyards in the Sauternes and Barsac regions. …
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Price: £595.00
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