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Try from 2022.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e99\/100 James Suckling\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e‘As with the white, the 2015 Château Pape Clément is up at the top of the hierarchy and is a tour de force in Red Bordeaux that should be snatched up by readers. Coming from a 50-hectare parcel of the gravelly soils and harvest between September 25th and October 15th, it’s a blend of 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot and 4% Cabernet Franc that saw a long maceration (30-40 days) and 18 months in 80% new French oak. With a deep ruby\/plum color and awesome notes of currants, black cherries, truffles, chocolate and graphite, this beauty hits the palate with a massive, full-bodied, opulent, sexy, yet never heavy style. With terrific concentration, perfect balance, and ripe tannin, as well as plenty of oak, give bottles 4-5 years of cellaring and enjoy over the following 2-3 decades. Tasted three times.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e97\/100 Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e‘The 2015 Pape Clement is blended of 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot and 4% Cabernet Franc, matured in 80% new and 20% one-year-old French oak barrels for 18 months. Medium to deep garnet-purple, it opens with profound notes of crushed red and black currants, black cherries and cassis with touches of mocha, baking spices, menthol and lavender plus a hint of new leather. Medium-bodied, firm and concentrated with tons of tightly wound black fruit and earth layers, it has a grainy frame and refreshing lift on the long finish.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e\u003cbr\u003e96\/100 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003ePessac-Léognan is a subregion of Bordeaux that was carved out of the Graves in 1987. Its terroir points to its historical origins as part of the Graves, with the dominant soil type being the gravel (and sand) which gave Graves its name. The northern vineyards of the appellation coexist with the southern suburbs of Bordeaux city, while the southern vineyards are enclosed by the forests which produce the other main export of Graves: timber.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"vertical-align: bottom; margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 15px;\" title=\"Château Malleprat\" alt=\"Château Malleprat\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0463\/2438\/3912\/t\/3\/assets\/description_image_chateau_Malleprat.jpg?v=1600192556\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Pape Clément","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36263107035304,"sku":"PAPECL15","price":180.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0463\/2438\/3912\/files\/chateau-pape-clement-pessac-leognan-grand-cru-classe-de-graves-2015.jpg?v=1743681786"},{"product_id":"petrolo-galatrona-2019","title":"Petrolo, Valdarno di Sopra Galatrona 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis magnificent 'grand cru' Merlot is an intense, elegant Tuscan wine offering great structure and complexity. Acidity, fruit and tannins all come together in an experience that transcends the characteristics of the variety to give a pure expression of the piece of land the wine came from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe organically grown grapes for Galatrona—the name of the vineyard—are picked by hand and sorted at a sorting table before being vinified in cement vats using native yeasts. Spontaneous malolactic fermentation in wood precedes maturation in one-third new French oak barriques for eighteen or twenty months.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petrolo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42439631962364,"sku":"PETR0119","price":133.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0463\/2438\/3912\/files\/petrolo-valdarno-di-sopra-galatrona-2019.jpg?v=1743682390"},{"product_id":"chateau-lynch-bages-pauillac-2019","title":"Château Lynch-Bages, Pauillac 2019","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e‘Gorgeous from the start, with lush and caressing cassis, dark plum and blackberry compote flavors that are substantial in feel although they seem to glide through, carried by a very refined structure that lets in alluring black tea, worn alder, floral and savory details along the way. 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A very beautiful vintage for our “Dame”, that brings it closer to the Grand Vin.’\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Montrose","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42679626662140,"sku":"DAMEDE19","price":70.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0463\/2438\/3912\/files\/chateau-montrose-saint-estephe-la-dame-de-montrose-2019.jpg?v=1747396628"},{"product_id":"chateau-durfort-vivens-margaux-2019","title":"Château Durfort-Vivens, Margaux 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe transition to biodynamic methods at Château Durfort Vivens seems to have been a rewarding one for the owners:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘We have not been disappointed by the new dimension that Château Durfort Vivens’ wines have acquired. We have shifted from a world of manufacturing to one of orchestration.’\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘Barrel Sample. Maturing in two-thirds barrels and one-third amphorae, this wine is already beautiful. Made from 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, it shows a fine balance between dense tannins and elegant, ripe black fruit. The promise for this biodynamic wine is immense and certainly long-term.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e 95–97\/100\u003c\/strong\u003e Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Château Durfort-Vivens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42679626694908,"sku":"DURFOR19","price":99.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0463\/2438\/3912\/files\/chateau-durfort-vivens-margaux-2019.jpg?v=1744459163"},{"product_id":"frank-phelan-saint-estephe-2019","title":"Frank Phélan, Saint Estèphe 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003eIntense red fruit  aromas combined with hints of rose petals introduce a fleshy, voluptuous wine, with full body that develops into the mid-palate, revealing a precise tannic structure. The freshness of the vintage comes out on the finish and gives length to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis second wine of Château Phélan Ségur is balanced and full, with supple, structural tannins that carry the bold character of the wine into a long, assertive finish. \u003cimg style=\"vertical-align: bottom; margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 15px;\" title=\"Frank Phelan Saint Estèphe\" alt=\"Frank Phelan Saint Estèphe\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0463\/2438\/3912\/t\/3\/assets\/description_image_Chateau_Phelan_Segur_2_.jpg?v=1600191249\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Phélan-Ségur","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42730362011900,"sku":"FRANKP19","price":43.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0463\/2438\/3912\/files\/frank-phelan-saint-estephe-2019.jpg?v=1743682530"},{"product_id":"chateau-talbot-saint-julien-4eme-grand-cru-classe-2020","title":"Château Talbot, Saint-Julien 4ème grand cru classé 2020","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Château Talbot 2009 in wooden box\" height=\"494\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0463\/2438\/3912\/t\/3\/assets\/description_image_talbot_09_owc.jpg?v=1600193423\" style=\"vertical-align: baseline; margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 15px;\" title=\"Château Talbot 2009 unpacked at our warehouse\" width=\"741\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Château Talbot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43257122586876,"sku":"TALBOT20","price":105.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0463\/2438\/3912\/files\/chateau-talbot-saint-julien-4eme-grand-cru-classe-2020.jpg?v=1743682722"},{"product_id":"chateau-talbot-saint-julien-4eme-grand-cru-classe-2021","title":"Château Talbot, Saint-Julien 4ème grand cru classé 2021","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg width=\"741\" title=\"Château Talbot 2009 unpacked at our warehouse\" style=\"vertical-align: baseline; margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 15px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0463\/2438\/3912\/t\/3\/assets\/description_image_talbot_09_owc.jpg?v=1600193423\" height=\"494\" alt=\"Château Talbot 2009 in wooden box\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe château was built in 1745 on land owned by the aristocratic de Sèze family, at the time owners of many other properties in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaymond Troplong bought the estate in 1850, giving it independence; and his 33 hectares, of which 29 are vineyards, remain its extent today. Raymond's nephew Édouard succeeded him and added Troplong to the name of the property.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe estate entered its contemporary period when it was acquired by Paris wine merchant Alexandre Vallette. Further significant progress came when his great-granddaughter Christine took the reins in 1980, joined by her husband Xavier Pariente ten years later. Their years of work to improve the vines, cellar and château itself were rewarded in 2006 with the elevation of Troplong Mondot to 1er Grand cru classé status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubsequent developments included the addition of a guest house in 2010 and Michelin awarded restaurant ‘Les Belles Perdrix’ in 2012. The death of Christine in 2014 left M Pariente as CEO, and in July 2017 the estate was bought by insurance company SCOR Group for a sum later revealed to be of the order of €178 million.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Talbot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43257230917884,"sku":"TALBOT21","price":105.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0463\/2438\/3912\/files\/chateau-talbot-saint-julien-4eme-grand-cru-classe-2023.jpg?v=1781179430"},{"product_id":"chateau-lynch-bages-pauillac-2020","title":"Château Lynch-Bages, Pauillac 2020","description":"\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/bfW55kVhG2Y?rel=0\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘The 2020 Lynch-Bages, the first vintage vinified at the new winery, has a beautifully-defined bouquet with a strong estuarine influence, brine and seaweed infusing the black fruit. It's almost understated at first, but it opens wonderfully in the glass - quintessentially Pauillac. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins, quite concentrated that is counterbalanced by a fine bead of acidity. The saline note on the finish is superb, lingering in the mouth. What an absolutely delicious Lynch-Bages for the long-term.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e 96\/100 Neal Martin, vinous.com, February 2023 \u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘Blackcurrants, orange peel, flowers and tar with hints of graphite. Full-bodied with a creamy texture of exquisitely polished tannins. It goes on and on. Intense flavors at the end, too, with lead pencil and lots of blackberry. Very classic and precise.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e 98–99\/100 James Suckling, May 2021 \u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘The 2020 Lynch-Bages is a blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc and 5% Petit Verdot, aging for around 18 months in French oak barriques, 75% new. It has an alcohol of 13.41%, a pH of 3.73 and an IPT (tannin index) of 93. Opaque purple-black in color, it leaps from the glass with notes of crushed blackberries, cassis and boysenberries, plus touches of garrigue, red roses and cedar chest with hints of graphite and black olives. The medium-bodied palate has a rock-solid frame of ripe, grainy tannins and plenty of freshness supporting the tight-knit black fruit and earthy flavors, finishing long and mineral laced. 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This is another strong showing by Château Kirwan that will benefit from 4-6 years of bottle age and have more than two decades of longevity. Barrel Sample: 92-94’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e94\/100 Jeb Dunnuck \u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘A savory, sleek and classy red with bark, dried herbs, graphite, blackberries and cigar box on the nose. Medium-bodied with firm, fine and polished tannins. I like the graphite and mineral character. Focused.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e 93\/100 James Suckling \u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2020 Kirwan prances out of the glass with pretty scents of redcurrant jelly, black raspberries and Morello cherries, followed by hints of lavender, black tea and dried Provence herbs, with a touch of tree bark. The medium-bodied palate has fantastic tension and fine-grained tannins framing the tightly wound red fruit and savory layers, finishing long and refreshing. Barrel Sample: (91-93)+’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e 93\/100 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate \u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘Classic and powerful with plenty of architectural features giving angles and walls as the wine stretches out. This has confidence and juice, but lacks exuberance. The tannins are pretty high, there is some chewiness, a little austere, it will benefit from softening over ageing. 7% Petit Verdot completes the blend. Barrel Sample: 92’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e 92\/100 Decanter \u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘A velvety, seductive style, with warmed plum and black currant confiture laced with worn cedar, smoldering black tea and violet. Shows a subtle sanguine twinge at the very end that adds lift. 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The finish is long and flavoursome rather than tannic. While there isn’t the opulence or the sweetness of the previous vintages, the balance and finesse are remarkable. This is a gourmet wine and one for those who love good taste.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e Philippe Delfaut, Château Kirwan November 2023\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘Dark chocolate powder and ripe blackcurrants on the nose. Succulent and supple on the palate, this has a nice bouncy, plush and plump feeling to it. It's not massively expansive but does have a great mouthfeel in terms of texture and overall generosity of flavours. Tannins are fine and the juicy acidity is really to the fore here alongside some lovely floral elements. Bright and perky though still quite linear, with a nice initial impact and long finish. 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Pretty floral top notes accent the finish. Tasted two times.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e93–95\/100 (barrel sample) Antonio Galloni, Vinous, April 2022\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘A tight and focused young red with redcurrant and blackberry character. It’s medium-bodied with racy and fine tannins and a linear, focused finish. Lots going on, yet it’s tight and energetic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e94–95\/100 (barrel sample) James Suckling, May 2022\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘Beautifully balanced, the 2021 Château Malescot Saint Exupéry is a classic, impressive 2021 that's worth seeking out. Darker fruits, spice, dried herbs, and a kiss of flowers all emerge on the nose, and it's medium-bodied, has ripe tannins, and shows the pretty, graceful style of the vintage.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e91–94\/100 (barrel sample) Jeb Dunnuck \u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘The 2021 Malescot St. Exupery has turned out nicely in its fleshy, flamboyant style, bursting with aromas of dark berries, cherries and creamy new oak. Medium to full-bodied, velvety and seamless, with supple tannins and a lively core of fruit, it's a strong effort.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e93\/100 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate \u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘High-toned and almost sharp fruit aspects on the palate but reined back by freshness and fine tannins that provide a soft, supportive base. 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It’s full-bodied and layered. Flavorful finish. One of the best ever.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e 94–95\/100 James Suckling, May 2021 \u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘The deep, inky-hued 2020 Château Grand-Puy Ducasse has a seriously impressive, balanced, full-bodied, structured style that's going to reward patience. Pure crème de cassis, black raspberry, graphite, lead pencil, and spring flower notes all define the bouquet, and it has plenty of background oak, a dense, chewy mid-palate, lots of tannins, and a great finish. It's going to need to be forgotten for 7-8 years but will evolve for 30 years or more.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e 93–96\/100 Jeb Dunnuck, May 2021 \u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘Flows wonderfully from the start, with an already accessible feel to the mix of cassis and dark blackberry notes inlaid with singed alder, warm paving stone, tobacco leaf and graphite accents that then carry the finish. In the end, there's no rush at all here. A pretty gorgeous Pauillac.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e\n94\/100 Wine Spectator\n\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘The 2020 Grand Puy Ducasse is another fabulous wine from a château that has been on an impressive streak over the last few years. Red fruit, graphite, mint, dried herbs and blood orange. The interplay of richness and energy is compelling. Even as a very young barrel sample, the oak is so well integrated. The 2020 is a striking wine loaded with potential. The long, seamless finish is a thing of beauty. Tasted two times. I very much like the energy here.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e 92–94\/100 Antonio Galloni, Vinous, May 2021 \u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘Some grilled smoke edges to the aromatics on the first nose. This is extremely tight in its tannins, pretty austere and you need to take a beat to allow this to settle. Cassis and blueberry fruit notes help bring some juice among the tight muscular structure. The oak is a little evident overall, but this is carefully made with promise.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e 90\/100, Jane Anson, Decanter, April 2021 \u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Château Grand-Puy Ducasse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43261291659516,"sku":"PUYDUC20","price":69.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0463\/2438\/3912\/files\/chateau-grand-puy-ducasse-pauillac-2020.jpg?v=1743682737"},{"product_id":"chateau-troplong-mondot-saint-emilion-1er-grand-cru-classe-2021","title":"Château Troplong Mondot, Saint-Emilion 1er grand cru classé 2021","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe château was built in 1745 on land owned by the aristocratic de Sèze family, at the time owners of many other properties in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaymond Troplong bought the estate in 1850, giving it independence; and his 33 hectares, of which 29 are vineyards, remain its extent today. Raymond's nephew Édouard succeeded him and added Troplong to the name of the property.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe estate entered its contemporary period when it was acquired by Paris wine merchant Alexandre Vallette. Further significant progress came when his great-granddaughter Christine took the reins in 1980, joined by her husband Xavier Pariente ten years later. Their years of work to improve the vines, cellar and château itself were rewarded in 2006 with the elevation of Troplong Mondot to 1er Grand cru classé status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubsequent developments included the addition of a guest house in 2010 and Michelin awarded restaurant ‘Les Belles Perdrix’ in 2012. 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Their sumptuous generosity offers a wide aromatic range of red and black fruit which harmonizes with their intense crimson or garnet red colour. They typically offer hints of plum, chocolate, coffee or liquorice, with aromas of almonds, toast, tobacco and vanilla, and a minty freshness. With maturity they develop a spicy nose, with a hint of truffles, notes of undergrowth, game, fur and leather…’\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Château Gazin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43261348610300,"sku":"GAZINP21","price":144.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0463\/2438\/3912\/files\/chateau-gazin-pomerol-2022.jpg?v=1781179296"},{"product_id":"clos-de-l-oratoire-saint-emilion-grand-cru-2021","title":"Clos de l'Oratoire, Saint-Emilion grand cru 2021","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e‘The 2021 Clos de l’Oratoire is terrific. It offers a striking mix of dark blue\/purplish fruit, chocolate, lavender, spice, menthol and crushed rocks. Dynamic and vibrant in the glass, impresses for its finely cut, somewhat nervous personality. The 2021 represents a pretty big stylistic shift. Some of that is the vintage and some is an evolution in style. The combined efforts of those two factors make for a compelling Clos de l’Oratoire.’ \u003cbr\u003e \u003ccite\u003e92–94\/100 Antonio Galloni, Vinous, 2022\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘This is tight and fine-tannined with a medium body, lightly rounded tannins and a fresh and bright finish. Structured and long. Polished.’ \u003cbr\u003e \u003ccite\u003e92–93\/100 James Suckling, 2022\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘Nice floral fragrance on the nose, smooth and supple, the tannins have a soft bounce to them here matched with purity of juicy, lively red berry flavours and a delicious salinity on the palate. I like the combination, feels well worked with the detail on show. It's lightly framed in terms of texture but has depth of flavour. I love the transparency where you get crunch, crispness, and saltiness. A pristine quality to this. (2024 – 2036)’ \u003cbr\u003e \u003ccite\u003e92\/100 Georgina Hindle, Decanter, 1\u003csup\u003est\u003c\/sup\u003e April 2022\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘Exhibiting notions of cherries, blackberries and licorice, the 2021 Clos de l'Oratoire is medium to full-bodied, broad and enveloping, with a textural attack, bright acids and a fleshy core of fruit, framed by fine tannins that gently assert themselves on the finish. It's one of the more gourmand, generous wines in the von Neipperg range.’ \u003cbr\u003e \u003ccite\u003e90–92\/100 Robert Parker, 2022\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Clos de l'Oratoire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43261483516156,"sku":"ORAT0121","price":70.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0463\/2438\/3912\/files\/clos-de-loratoire-saint-emilion-grand-cru-2023.jpg?v=1781179414"},{"product_id":"chateau-gloria-esprit-de-gloria-saint-julien-2018","title":"Château Gloria, Saint-Julien Esprit de Gloria 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003eChâteau Gloria didn't exist at the time of the 1855 classification, otherwise it would almost certainly be one of the \u003cem\u003ecrus classés\u003c\/em\u003e. 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It's a fleshy, powerful wine in the mouth, reflecting the appellation and the generous ripeness of the vintage to gain a star from the \u003cem\u003eGuide Hachette 2022\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Black grapes falling into a trailer against a blue sky.\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0463\/2438\/3912\/files\/DHM-Domaines-Henri-martin-vendanges-Medoc-Bordeaux-Vin-Saint-Julien-Beychevelle_480x480.jpg?v=1682348053\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Haut Beychevelle Gloria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46495262867792,"sku":"ESPRIT18","price":45.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0463\/2438\/3912\/files\/chateau-gloria-saint-julien-esprit-de-gloria-2018.jpg?v=1743683264"},{"product_id":"chateau-ormes-de-pez-saint-estephe-2018","title":"Château Ormes de Pez, Saint-Estèphe 2018","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e‘The estate is under the same ownership as Château Lynch-Bages in Pauillac. Rich and smoky, this sophisticated, rich wine has some serious tannins as well as black fruits. The wine shows great pedigree, with dark berry fruits and a firm, ageworthy structure. Drink from 2026.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e94\/100 Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast May 2021\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘This has the luxurious kick of the Lynch Bages stable and is brilliant value for this level of quality. It seems to manage this every vintage and is just such a brilliant drinking wine. 2018 is another excellent year here, with deep fruitfulness of brambled hedgerow alongside liquorice and woodsmoke. It has a polyphenol index of 84IPT, so this is full of tannins but they don't feel overpowering. Tasted several times and always striking. 45% new oak… Drinking Window 2024 - 2036 ’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e 93\/100 Jane Anson, decanter.com, April 2019\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘This is very dense and lively with blueberry and blackberry character. Lots of purple fruit at the end. Full body and powerful tannins. 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So long and beautifully balanced.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e96\/100 James Suckling\n\n\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘This wine already shows a luscious side with its ripe black fruits and rich tannins. The obverse shows structure and acidity. Both these elements will together give a wine for aging.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e\n95\/100 Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast\n\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘Medium to deep garnet-purple in color, the 2020 Prieure-Lichine offers up notes of fresh redcurrants, blackcurrant pastilles, boysenberries and dried Provence herbs, plus wafts of tobacco leaf and pencil shavings. Medium-bodied, the palate delivers a great intensity of pure black and red fruit flavors, framed by grainy tannins and a lively backbone, finishing long with a refreshing herbal lift. Barrel Sample: 92-93’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e\n93\/100 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate\n\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘Tasted on two separate occasions, the 2020 Château Prieuré-Lichine has a solid perfume of redcurrants, blueberries, smoky oak, and chocolate that shows more and more floral nuances with time in the glass. Nicely textured on the palate, with medium to full-bodied richness, it has solid mid-palate depth, ripe tannins, and a great finish.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e\n92\/100 Jeb Dunnuck\n\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘Ripe and focused, with a violet and alder frame that marries well to the core of lightly steeped plum and black currant fruit flavors. The alder edge asserts itself on the finish, though the fruit keeps pace just a half-step behind. This should settle in with some cellaring. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot. 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The palate combines fleshy texture and linearity. The fine-grained tannins have the laser-like precision that Christian Seely likes so much, and contribute to the overall impression of crystalline purity so conducive to the terroir expression of this benchmark wine destined to reach new heights over the next 20 to 30 years. Magnificent wine.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e100\/100 Yohan Costaing, Decanter, December 2021\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘The concentration and largesse of the 2016 Pichon Baron is apparent from the get-go with incredibly alluring, ripe and expansive fruit aromas in the blackberry, dark-cherry, mulberry and plum zone. Espresso and cedar, as well as a slate-like, stony mineral edge add complexity. The palate has incredible depth, drive and detail. Fine and plush tannins stretch the palate in every direction. So fresh and vivacious, this is the greatest Pichon Baron since 1989 and has a long future. Try from 2024.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e99\/100 James Suckling, February 2019\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘They practice biodynamic methods across 6ha of the total 76ha in production here. Cabernet dominant, it's very Pauillac in style and totally lives up to its en primeur promise. The tannins deepen and tighten and here we are, smack-bang in the northern Médoc. This is youthful, rich, powerful and intense; very good quality. It gets better and better as you return to it, and I'm really impressed with the texture and depth of the silky-smooth palate: pure cassis notes alongside hawthorn, hedgerow and liquorice. Matured in 60% new oak.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e98\/100 Jane Anson, Decanter, October 2018\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2016 Pichon-Longueville Baron offers a suave and seductive nose of warm red and black currants, black plum preserves, truffles, tapenade and rose hip tea with touches of sandalwood and Chinese five spice plus a waft of iron ore. Medium to full-bodied, firmly structured and packed with mineral and exotic spice-laced black fruits, it finishes very long with compelling herbal sparks.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e97\/100 Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, November 2018\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘The 2016 Château Pichon-Longueville Baron is a beauty and is a blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Merlot that was brought up in 80% new French oak. Tasting like a hypothetical mix of the 2009 and 2010, its deep purple color is followed by a powerful yet sensationally pure bouquet of crème de cassis, blackberries, lead pencil shavings, and graphite, and is just about as quintessentially Pauillac as it gets. Full-bodied, fleshy and even a touch flamboyant, it has sweet tannins and a monster texture that coats the palate. Count me in as a huge fan. This fabulous wine will be relatively approachable in just 3-5 years but will age for 30 years or more.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e97\/100 Jeb Dunnuck, February 2019\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘This gushes with dark fig and blackcurrant compote flavors backed by lively sweet tobacco and singed alder edges. Very fleshy in feel, though there's ample grip to keep this red grounded, echoing with tar and humus accents through the finish. A thumper. Best from 2025 through 2040.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e96\/100 James Molesworth, Wine Spectator, March 2019\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘The 2016 Pichon-Longueville Baron electrifies the olfactory sense with a stunning bouquet of intense blackberry, cedar and graphite aromas that are quintessential Pauillac. Over a few minutes, it blossoms in the glass, gaining more and more depth. The palate is medium-bodied with slightly tarry black fruit, cedar and truffle, dovetailing into a saline, peppery finish that leaves the tongue tingling. 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Best ever?’ \u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e93–94\/100 jamessuckling.com\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Château Dauzac","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47851776704848,"sku":"DAUZAC18","price":93.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0463\/2438\/3912\/files\/chateau-dauzac-margaux-2018.jpg?v=1743684155"},{"product_id":"chateau-ormes-de-pez-saint-estephe-2020","title":"Château Ormes de Pez, Saint-Estèphe 2020","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e‘Owned by the Cazes family of Lynch-Bages in Pauillac, this is a fine wine that continues the backbone of this estate. With its tannins firmly in place, sustaining the black plum skin flavors, the wine has fine medium-term potential.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e92–94\/100 (barrel sample) Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘Blueberry, raspberry and cassis, there is concentration but also juice. Merlot-dominant (following a restructuring of the vineyard to better align grapes with terroir) with bite and freshness. A lovely smoky edge here, this is another successful vintage for Ormes de Pez. 4% Petit Verdot completes the blend. 3.69ph. 45% new oak. A yield of 42hl\/ha which was not as low here as at Lynch Bages because of more clay in the soils, and because the Merlot was less impacted by the drought than the Cabernet Sauvignon.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e93\/100 (barrel sample) Decanter\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘Bitter chocolate, blackberries, dried mint and tobacco leaves on the nose. Firm and linear, with a medium body and tight tannins. Tangy acidity. 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Fully 40 hectares of this estate is now cultivated organically, principally those parcels that adjoin the houses of Pauillac. As is almost invariably the case with this estate, it will repay a bit of patience. Drink 2031-2051.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e93+\/100 William Kelley, robertparker.com, February 2024\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘The 2021 Lynch-Bages, picked at 34hl\/ha and matured in 75% new oak for a planned 18 months, has an outstanding bouquet, beautifully-defined and sensual, a mixture of black and blueberry fruit, very fragrant. The palate is medium-bodied with grippy tannins, good body and density, quite precise with a tensile finish. This fans out nicely on the finish. A very classy Lynch Bages with echoes of Jean-Michel Cazes' classics from the late eighties.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e 94–96\/100 Neal Martin, vinous.com, May 2022\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘This is really cool to smell, with lead pencil shavings, iron filings and oyster shells. Blackcurrants, too. Full to medium body with layers of firm tannins, but a dusty and powdery texture, too. Lovely finish.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e 96–97\/100 James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, May 2022\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2021 Lynch-Bages rolls out of the glass with effortlessly expressive notes of creme de cassis, black raspberries, and mulberries, giving way to hints of crushed rocks, wild sage, and wood smoke. Light to medium-bodied, the palate has a sturdy frame of firm, grainy tannins and bags of freshness framing the muscular fruit, finishing long and minerally. 2027-2053. ’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e 92–94\/100 Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, The Wine Independent, May 2022\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘This is impressive, reduction on the first nose but it clears to show gentle smoked oak, bitter cocoa beans and liquorice, giving balance the the fresh acidities that stud the blackberry and raspberry fruits. This is powerful, with a structure that feels similar to the 2014 or the 2008 - a little subdued and austere, but with ageing potential… One of the best in Pauillac, finishing up with chewy tannins.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e94\/100 Jane Anson, janeanson.com, April 2022\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Château Lynch-Bages","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47863146709328,"sku":"LBAGES21","price":225.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0463\/2438\/3912\/files\/chateau-lynch-bages-pauillac-2021.jpg?v=1744459434"},{"product_id":"chateau-laroque-saint-emilion-grand-cru-classe-2021","title":"Château Laroque, Saint-Emilion grand cru classé 2021","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e‘The 2021 Laroque is a standout. Bright and racy, with tremendous persistence, Laroque stakes its claim as Saint-Émilion's brightest rising star. 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I love the strawberry and raspberry fruit here, so clean, so pure, so delicate and long. It's not weighty but so well delivered. Lively and charming. Elegant, finessed, harmonious.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e 93\/100 (barrel sample) Decanter\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘From an estate that continues to fire on all cylinders, the 2021 Château Laroque checks in as just about all Merlot (there's a splash of Cabernet Franc) that's pulled from just 45% of the total production and spends 18 months in 50% new barrels. Beautiful black raspberry, cassis, white flowers, and chalky mineral notes all define the nose, and it's medium-bodied, with a supple, elegant mouthfeel, impressive tannins, and a great finish. It shows the cooler, fresher style of the vintage, yet I suspect the pH is solid, and it offers plenty of fruit. 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So many layers, really showing the Pauillac power: everything presented in high definition with a bold structure even though the individual elements are so precise and defined. It's racy and confident but also complex with a spiced cedar, clove, cinnamon, liquorice and wet stone\/chalky element to the tannins that fill the mouth and don't let go. A lovely wine with lots of potential from Claire Villars-Lurton!’\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccite\u003e\n93\/100 (barrel sample) Decanter\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘The 2021 Haut-Bages-Libéral has turned out nicely, unfurling in the glass with aromas of cassis, minty berries, pencil shavings and cigar wrapper, followed by a medium to full-bodied, deep and layered palate that's impressively concentrated, built around a muscular frame of ripe, powdery tannins that assert themselves on the youthfully structured finish. 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