Bordeaux Region Report

St Estephe

Fully mature for two decades. This fine example of a 1977 wine has dusty tannins and dried fruit.

About Chateau Andron Blanquet Château Andron Blanquet is a notable wine estate located in the Saint-Estèphe appellation of Bordeaux, France. This estate produces red wines that reflect the classic characteristics of the region, known for their robustness, depth, and aging potential. The vineyards are predominantly planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and a small proportion of other Bordeaux varietals. Château Andron Blanquet's wines are appreciated for their balance, structure, and complexity, offering a more accessible yet high-quality expression of Saint-Estèphe terroir. …
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Price: $119.28 USD
Stock: 1 in Stock

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: $656.38 USD
Stock: 3 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: $563.56 USD
Stock: 3 in Stock

Pauillac, 1st growth Classification
Upper 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).

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: $457.48 USD
Stock: 2 in Stock

St Estephe 2me Cru Classe

This Montrose from 1977 is fully mature and, like so many wines from this difficult vintage, is way past its optimum drinking window. We have found one recent note on this wine in cellar Tracker "Has bit of leathery, animal funk going on. There are also notes of cedar and cassis. It is relatively compact but not too skinny. There's some capsicum and tobacco and other cool things and the finish is bright and airy." Tasted 2016 CellarTracker

About Chateau Montrose Château Montrose, an illustrious wine estate located in the Saint-Estèphe appellation of Bordeaux, France, is renowned for its exceptional wines and storied history. …
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Price: $171.06 USD
Stock: 2 in Stock

St Julien 4me cru classe

This 1976 Chateau Beychevelle wine has retained its immensely enjoyable, plummy, fat, fruity character. This seductive effort from Beychevelle continues to provide surprising pleasure.

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, ideal for nurturing Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot grapes. …
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Price: $197.58 USD
Stock: 8 in Stock

Haut-Medoc

The 1976 Cantemerle is mature and complex nose with leather, cigar box and just a little red berries. On the palate it is surprisingly fresh but rather lean. Not much fruit, as earthy notes have taken over. On the palate it has a relatively high acidity and smooth tannins. Enjoyed best accompanying food.

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. …
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Price: $131.28 USD
Stock: 20 in Stock

Haut-Medoc
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The 1976 Cantemerle is mature and complex nose with leather, cigar box and just a little red berries. On the palate it is surprisingly fresh but rather lean. Not much fruit, as earthy notes have taken over. On the palate it has a relatively high acidity and smooth tannins. Enjoyed best accompanying food.

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. …
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Price: $66.30 USD
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Pauillac 1er Grand Cru Classe (high shoulder, glue banded label)

Very dark for its age; meat juice and tobacco on the nose, convincing complexity, a lot of tannin, almost some primary fruit, minerals, lovely balance, complex and very long, powerful. A hint of fruit sweetness in the finish.

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: $430.96 USD
Stock: 4 in Stock

Pauillac 1er Grand Cru Classe (nick in & water damaged label.)

Very dark for its age; meat juice and tobacco on the nose, convincing complexity, a lot of tannin, almost some primary fruit, minerals, lovely balance, complex and very long, powerful. A hint of fruit sweetness in the finish.

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: $656.38 USD
Stock: 1 in Stock

Bordeaux, Baron Philipe Rothschild

Created by Baron Philippe de Rothschild of the Rothschild banking dynasty, the wine named after his premier cru vineyard Château Mouton Rothschild, Mouton Cadet wine is produced through the assembly of a variety of grapes, from several Bordeaux region appellations. Originally only a red "Claret" wine from its origins in the 1930s, a white wine was added to the label in the 1970s, followed in the 1990s by a range of réserve wines, and in 2007 by a rosé wine.
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Price: $92.76 USD
Stock: 14 in Stock

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: $529.08 USD
Stock: 2 in Stock

St julien 4me cru classe

The 1975 Château Beychevelle represents a tope quality mature Bordeaux wine. Its complexity, elegance, and depth make it a remarkable wine that reflects the quality and aging potential of Bordeaux wines. Enjoying such a wine is a special occasion, offering a unique tasting experience and a glimpse into the history and heritage of Château Beychevelle.

Tasting Notes
A mature mahogany core with tawny rim. It has a rather sweet, I am guessing chaptalized nose which turn very toffee-ish with 10 minutes in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied, moderate tannins, rather foursquare and conservative but quite mellow and refined on the finish. …
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Price: $245.31 USD
Stock: 6 in Stock

Saint-Emilion 1er Grand Cru Classe

This wine was very aromatic, showing of its St. Emilion characteristics. Hints of dark fruits with a range of tobacco & leather. Very round mouth feel and a smooth long finish.
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Château Canon is a prestigious wine estate located in the Saint-Émilion appellation of the Bordeaux region in France. Renowned for its exquisite Bordeaux blends, Château Canon's wines are primarily composed of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, reflecting the unique terroir of limestone and clay soils. The estate has a storied history dating back to the 18th century and is named after Jacques Kanon, who founded it in 1760. …
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Price: $157.80 USD
Stock: 1 in Stock

St Emilion Grand Cru Classe

Still alive! Beautiful claret with nose of plums, juice ripe grapes with graphite, coffee and truffles enhancing the experience. On the palate it is elegant with dark fruit and cinnamon and clove spice. Certainly will bring our its best character after decanting for 1-2 hours onwards.

Château Canon la Gaffelière, located in the esteemed Saint-Émilion appellation of Bordeaux, France, is a historic estate revered for its exceptional wines and rich heritage. With roots dating back to the 16th century, this iconic property has been meticulously tended by generations of the Malet Roquefort family, who have upheld a tradition of excellence in winemaking. …
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Price: $131.28 USD
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St Emilion Premier Grand Cru Classe A

*** 90 Points - Neil Martin Wine Journal ***

" this is a lovely Cheval Blanc with an expressive, open-knit nose, again more merlot-driven than cabernet franc with tertiary fruit inflecting the red-berried fruits with just a touch of mulberry and fresh fig. The palate is full-bodied, fleshy and succulent, touches of tar, orange rind and more dried herbs/cigar box coming through towards the finish. Drink now 2018" Neil Martin Wine Journal.

About Chateau Cheval Blanc Château Cheval Blanc is one of the most illustrious wine estates in the Bordeaux region of France, located in the Saint-Émilion appellation. …
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Price: $523.78 USD
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Barsac, Premier Cru Classe

Magnificent. Deep gold color and with air rich open nose of lanolin, candle wax, dried orange peel, citrus fruits, crisp apples, floral notes of rose, dried tubers, dried faded potpourri over zesty bright pineapple. acidity. Medium weight, medium finish, complete and wonderfully balanced.
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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: $157.80 USD
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Barsac, Premier Cru Classe
Half Bottle 37.5cl

The 1975 vintage of Château Coutet is a sweet wine from The Barsac region of Bordeaux. 1975 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 may still have some years of life left in it, depending on how it has been stored. Make sure to serve it slightly chilled, around 12-14°C (54-57°F), to fully appreciate its complex flavors and aromas.

Tasting Note The 1975 Chateau Coutet is a magnificent. Deep gold colour with and air rich open nose of lanolin, …
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Price: $105.42 USD
Stock: 17 in Stock

Pomerol

Chateau de Sales is Pomerol's largest vineyard, and produces this well-rounded, approachable and early-maturing wine. With a medium weight on the palate, the wine has plenty of savoury-sweet fruit and well-polished tannins, accompanied by aromas of caramel and earth.

About Chateau de Sales Château de Sales is a historic wine estate located in the Pomerol appellation of the Bordeaux region in France. Distinguished as one of the oldest family-owned vineyards in Bordeaux, it has been in the hands of the same family for over five centuries. The estate spans approximately 90 hectares, with 47.5 hectares dedicated to vineyards, making it the largest in Pomerol. …
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Price: $118.02 USD
Stock: 29 in Stock

St Julien 2me Cru Classe

The 1975 is a massive, backward wine that appears to resist aging. Still bitterly tannic, impressively-colored (dark garnet with no amber), and monstrous on the palate, this wine will either turn out like the outstanding 1928 and begin to reveal some charm and character around age 40. It is likely to be appreciated only by the most patient Bordeaux enthusiasts. - Parker Wine Advocate Drink now -2040

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: $157.80 USD
Stock: 1 in Stock

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: $197.58 USD
Stock: 2 in Stock

Pauillac 5th Growth Classification
Mid-low shoulder, good label

The 1975 vintage from Château Haut-Bages Libéral is a collector's item, reflecting the historical significance and aging potential of Bordeaux wines.

Tasting Notes
Deep garnet colour, possibly with some brick tones at the rim due to ageing.
On the nose, a complex bouquet with notes of dark fruits (blackcurrant, plum), tobacco, leather, cedar, and earthy tones. Full-bodied on the palate, with well-integrated tannins. The wine most likely has mature flavours of dried fruits, spices, and secondary characteristics such as forest floor and truffle.
Long and persistent finish, with a harmonious blend of fruit and tertiary flavours from extended bottle ageing. …
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Price: $119.28 USD
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St Julien Upper shoulder, slightly bin soiled label.

This 1975 wine comes Château Hortevie, one of the best small estates in St-Julien in Bordeaux. The wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc and is matured in oak barriques. Hortevie produces a stylish, elegant and refined St-Julien that has a subtle cedarwood-scented nose and is ripe, harmonious and balanced on the palate.

Château Hortevie is a distinguished wine estate situated in the Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux, France. With a history dating back centuries, the estate has garnered acclaim for its production of high-quality red wines. Spanning approximately 8 hectares, …
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Price: $118.02 USD
Stock: 1 in Stock

Pomerol

The 1975 Chateau La Point has a mature colour; lovely Merlot-fruit, cherries, slightly buttery, but also a clear minerally touch; refreshing acidity and typical 1975-tannins. The wine has a good length with dried fruit. The wine is a good expression of the vintage and is fully mature.

About Chateau La Pointe Château La Pointe is a distinguished wine estate located in the Pomerol appellation of Bordeaux, France. Established in the mid-19th century, the château spans approximately 23 hectares, with a unique terroir that combines gravel, clay, and sandy soils. This combination, along with meticulous vineyard management and traditional winemaking techniques, …
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Price: $131.28 USD
Stock: 4 in Stock

Sauternes
Sweet White Wine

Apricot jam, candied apple, candied orange, orange marmalade, cream, honey, sweet yet still very crisp and vibrant with a long finish.

About Chateau la Tour Blanche Château La Tour Blanche, nestled in the renowned Sauternes appellation of Bordeaux, France, is a historic estate celebrated for its exquisite sweet wines. Dating back to the 18th century, this picturesque property has been meticulously tended by devoted winemakers who have upheld a tradition of excellence. The vineyards, planted on gravelly and sandy soils, are predominantly composed of Sémillon, with smaller proportions of Sauvignon Blanc and Muscadelle, yielding grapes of exceptional quality and concentration. …
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Price: $171.06 USD
Stock: 1 in Stock