Bordeaux Region Report

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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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: £195.00
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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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Price: £89.95
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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
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Grand vin de Bordeaux

Appearance
Medium garnet with a slightly tawny rim — showing its age but still holding beautiful colour after nearly four decades.

Nose
Evolved and savoury with red and black fruits toned down by time. Expect notes of dried plum, undergrowth, cedar, leather and subtle earthiness, complemented by hints of tobacco and spice typical of aged Merlot‑based blends.

Palate
Medium‑bodied with smooth, integrated tannins and a gracious frame. Flavours of dried cherry and plum mingle with forest floor, graphite and savoury tobacco; acidity remains balanced and keeps the wine lively. …
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Pomerol

Château Feytit‑Lagrave is a classic Pomerol estate renowned for producing wines that balance approachable fruit richness with structural finesse. Nestled in the heart of the Right Bank, the estate consistently crafts Merlot-dominated blends with subtle complexity, capable of graceful aging.

Appearance
Medium garnet with tawny edges, showing age gracefully while retaining a rich, inviting colour.

Nose
Evolved and elegant, featuring dried plum, black cherry, and cassis complemented by cedar, leather, and subtle earthy notes. Hints of tobacco and forest floor emerge with gentle aeration. …
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Price: £59.00
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St Julien 2eme Cru Classe

The 1986 Château Léoville Barton is a powerful, classically structured Saint-Julien from one of the most robust and long-lived vintages of the 1980s. The wine opens with an intense bouquet of blackcurrant, cedar, graphite and cigar box, underscored by hints of dried flowers, leather and warm earth. It is immediately recognisable as a firmly built, traditional Left Bank claret of serious pedigree.

On the palate, the 1986 is deep and authoritative, with dense layers of cassis, black cherry and plum wrapped in still-present, muscular tannins. Notes of tobacco, iron, pencil shavings and savoury herbs add complexity, giving the wine a distinctly Pauillac-leaning profile despite its Saint-Julien origins. …
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Price: £195.00
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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
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Sauternes

1986 Château Rieussec is a beautifully evolved Sauternes from one of the appellation’s most respected Premier Cru estates. Nearly four decades on, it has reached a point of extraordinary harmony, displaying a deep amber-gold colour that reflects both concentration and graceful ageing.

The bouquet is opulent and layered, opening with aromas of marmalade, dried apricot, quince paste and honeyed pineapple. Beneath the fruit lie richer notes of crème caramel, toasted hazelnut, saffron and sweet spice, along with a subtle smokiness that comes from long bottle maturation. It’s a nose that continues to unfold with air, offering new nuances at every turn. …
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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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Price: £49.00
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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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Price: £119.00
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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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Price: £119.00
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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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Price: £119.00
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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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Pauillac, 1er Grand Cru classe
Slightly bin soiled label / High Shoulder

The 1956 Château Mouton Rothschild is more of a collector's item due to its rarity and age rather than its inherent quality as a wine. It represents a piece of Bordeaux history, particularly because of the challenges of the vintage. While it may not offer the power and complexity of better Mouton Rothschild vintages, it can still provide an intriguing glimpse into the past of one of the world's most famous wine estates.

The 1956 vintage in Bordeaux was challenging due to a severe frost that devastated many vineyards in the region. This frost significantly reduced yields, particularly affecting some of the vines at Mouton Rothschild. …
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Price: £2,200.00
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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

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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