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One of the estates in the remarkable portfolio of Julie and Xavier Médeville,... One of the estates in the remarkable portfolio of Julie and Xavier Médeville, Château Respide-Médeville is a property in the heart of Graves. The rouge, from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, is fresh, with well-integrated tannins. more

This cuvée is named after the snapdragon flower (called Gueule-de-Loup in Fre... This cuvée is named after the snapdragon flower (called Gueule-de-Loup in French, literally “wolf’s mouth�) that is native to the Mediterranean and grows on the property. The wine is unfined and unfiltered. The robe is deep and slightly violet.... more

A deep ruby red wine with an expressive and complex nose. On the powerful and ... A deep ruby red wine with an expressive and complex nose. On the powerful and round palate, notes of red berries and warm tannins. Structured and balanced, it finishes with nice spices. Blend: 30% Syrah, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 10% Grenache more

2022 Clarendelle Bordeaux Rosé is a lovely, brilliant, pale rose color, perfe... 2022 Clarendelle Bordeaux Rosé is a lovely, brilliant, pale rose color, perfectly clear. The berry bouquet features raspberries, strawberries, and redcurrants, with hints of boiled sweets. The mouthfeel is dense and velvety, with a subtle tannic... more

Blend: 55% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Franc, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon The 2016 Canon L... Blend: 55% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Franc, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon The 2016 Canon La Gaffelière is just as striking from bottle as it was from barrel. Bright, intensely aromatic and precise, the 2016 has it all. Sweet red cherry, pomegranate, blood orange... more

Lots of mulled cherries, blueberries, iron, and bouquet garni emerge from the ... Lots of mulled cherries, blueberries, iron, and bouquet garni emerge from the 2020 Château Faugeres, a rich, focused, yet fruit-loaded barrel sample that has a good sense of purity and elegance. I was able to taste two bottles, both showing medium to... more

Blend: 54% Merlot, 46% Cabernet Sauvignon The 2020 Haut-Bailly II is superb. T... Blend: 54% Merlot, 46% Cabernet Sauvignon The 2020 Haut-Bailly II is superb. The tannins and overall structure are suggestive of an important Pessac-Léognan that is going to need time to come around. Dark blue/purplish fruit, lavender and menthol are... more

Beautiful deep cherry red color. A nose of dark fruits (ripe blackcurrant and ... Beautiful deep cherry red color. A nose of dark fruits (ripe blackcurrant and black cherry griotte) and spices with a touch of licorice and vanilla. The palate shows a very convincing start, broad and immediately textural, with a nice weight through... more

The dress is dark garnet with a pretty purple nose. Aromas of very ripe red fr... The dress is dark garnet with a pretty purple nose. Aromas of very ripe red fruit. Fresh mouth, small vegetal notes. The wine is very elegant and marked by a cabernet-sauvignon class, the whole is refined and of great length. A very big Paveil-de-Luze! more

Château La Lagune produces a 3rd Grand Cru Classé of Bordeaux whose blend br... Château La Lagune produces a 3rd Grand Cru Classé of Bordeaux whose blend brings together the emblematic grape varieties of the Médoc – Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot – and offers over the years wines recognized for their balance,... more

The 2020 Chateau Prieure-Lichine presents a ripe profile. Silky and velvety pa... The 2020 Chateau Prieure-Lichine presents a ripe profile. Silky and velvety palate, with a bouquet of black and spicy fruit, affirming this great terrior. Blend: 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot Black cherries, blackcurrants,... more

The color is dark amaranth red, deep and dense. The nose is powerful and inten... The color is dark amaranth red, deep and dense. The nose is powerful and intense. It opens with enveloping roasted and caramel notes. It's very pure and racy. On the palate, the attack is full and melting. The wine is remarkably silky, with a typical... more

Very dark purple colour, with violet and almost black highlights. Very express... Very dark purple colour, with violet and almost black highlights. Very expressive and fine, the nose lets out notes of black fruits, very ripe (plum, blackcurrant, blackberry); all associated, in the background, with a light toastiness. On the palate,... more

Attractive aromas of blueberries and mulberries with graphite, dark licorice a... Attractive aromas of blueberries and mulberries with graphite, dark licorice and crushed stones. Dark chocolate, too. Full-bodied. Impressive quality to the tannin structure that starts gently and glossy and continues to build, gaining power throughout... more

Blend: 85% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Franc, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon The 2020 Beau-Sej... Blend: 85% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Franc, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon The 2020 Beau-Sejour Becot is a dense, powerful wine. A rush of black cherry, plum, chocolate, new leather, licorice, spice and sweet oak builds as this towering, vertically explosive... more

Blend: 60% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon A linear and rather tight red with s... Blend: 60% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon A linear and rather tight red with some berry, crushed-stone and bark character. Medium body, firm tannins and a slightly austere finish. 60% merlot and 40% cabernet sauvignon. Give it two or three years to... more

Blend: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot Intense graphite and violet characte... Blend: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot Intense graphite and violet character with lead pencil. It’s full and firm with chewy and balanced tannins. Iodine coming through. So intense. Super second wine. Like the grand vin of Lynch from the 1980s.... more

Chauvin 2019 shows remarkable elegance and freshness. There is twice as much C... Chauvin 2019 shows remarkable elegance and freshness. There is twice as much Cabernet Franc in the blend of the first wine this year, and they express themselves wonderfully and bring complexity to the generous Merlots. The finesse of the ageing... more

Blend: 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, 3% Petit Verdot ... Blend: 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, 3% Petit Verdot The 2020 Lafon-Rochet represents the essence of classicism in Bordeaux. Medium in body and finely-cut, Lafon-Rochet is one of the classiest, more refined Saint-Estèphes... more

Chateau Picque-Caillou is a vibrant red color. Intense nose of spices, red fru... Chateau Picque-Caillou is a vibrant red color. Intense nose of spices, red fruits and vanilla. Medium-bodied in the mouth with red cherries, cassis, and lightly grilled oak flavors. Silky tannins and nice long finish. Sustainable and organic practices... more