{"title":"Bordeaux Cru Classé Wines","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBordeaux Cru Classé wines come from the estates ranked in the region's great classifications: the 1855 Médoc and Sauternes list, the Graves ranking and the Saint-Émilion classification. Each château has earned its place through vineyard quality, winemaking skill and decades of consistency. These are some of the most collectable, age worthy wines in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis collection brings together classified growth Bordeaux from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.perfectcellar.com\/collections\/attr-region-pauillac\"\u003ePauillac\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.perfectcellar.com\/collections\/attr-region-margaux\"\u003eMargaux\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.perfectcellar.com\/collections\/attr-region-saint-julien\"\u003eSaint-Julien\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.perfectcellar.com\/collections\/attr-region-saint-estephe\"\u003eSaint-Estèphe\u003c\/a\u003e and beyond. Prices start at around £25 and rise to £$00 and above for the most celebrated names. You will find producers such as Château Léoville Barton, Château Palmer and Château Talbot, each with a distinctive style, from the structure of Saint-Julien to the perfume of Margaux.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCru Classé Bordeaux suits collectors building a cellar for the long term, and anyone choosing a gift for a birth year, wedding or milestone birthday. It is also a dependable choice for hosts who want a centrepiece bottle for a special dinner. If you are ready to step up from everyday claret, this is the place to begin. Browse the wines below, filter by appellation or vintage, and find a bottle worth waiting for.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chateau-jean-faure-grand-cru-classe-saint-emilion-2019","title":"Chateau Jean Faure Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classe 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points - Decanter. \u003c\/strong\u003eOne of Saint-Émilion's most prestigious Grand Cru's, located right next door to the famed Château Cheval Blanc. From the oldest surviving wine producing château in Saint-Émilion comes this incredible Grand Cru Classe wine from a fabulous vintage. A sensationally moreish, fragrant and textured wine created by the renowned Olivier Decelle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Press Ratings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points - Decanter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Wonderfully floral cherry notes on the nose here - ripe, vibrant and appealing. Such great juicy impact, strawberries, cherries and redcurrants, really just hits the palate with brightness, energy and verve. An approachable style but with lots of layers, great acidity and a cooling menthol undertone. Really enjoyable with underlying power and precision. Excellent.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points - Jane Anson\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eUnusual blend with not only high Cabernet Franc but a dash of Malbec. It makes it an atypical St Emilion but a rather lovely one. It's austere, as you might expect, but has real juiciness throughout, and you can feel the flesh of the fruits against the walls of the tannins, with a spicy finish. Look forward to retasting in bottle.\u003c\/span\u003e\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlend: 65% Cabernet Franc | 30% Merlot | 5% Malbec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Producer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Jean Faure is located in the illustrious Saint-Émilion region of Bordeaux, just a stones throw from\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChâteau \u003c\/span\u003eCheval Blanc. Part visionary, part taskmaster and 100% dedicated to world class Bordeaux, Olivier Decelle has in a few short years transformed the long neglected estate of Jean Faure to Grand Cru Classé status. History counts for a lot in the world of French wine. The 1855 classification of Left Bank Châteaux remains an integral part of the Bordeaux culture today. Château Jean Faure was originally a well-respected Grand Cru Classé, but it was dropped from the classification in 1986 until under the ownership of \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOlivier Decelle\u003c\/span\u003e it regained the Grand Cru Classe appellation in 2012.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Les Vignes Olivier Decelle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40713596928082,"sku":"LVO12219","price":61.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9843\/1058\/files\/ChateauJeanFaureGrandCruClasseSaint-Emilion_26b66d67-6219-4405-ae24-4c0bc2106f57.png?v=1711101870"},{"product_id":"chateau-cantenac-brown-2016","title":"Chateau Cantenac Brown Margaux 2016","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points - Decanter.\u003c\/strong\u003e A Third Growth Margaux from the château with the Tudor style tower, in a vintage that Jane Anson says is going to blossom into an awesome Margaux, and the Wine Advocate says comes from an estate that has upped its game. Cabernet Sauvignon leads with dark fruit and structure, and Merlot adds a lush, velvety heart, so it has Margaux elegance without losing its depth. It was made before the Le Lous family took over in 2019, and it is still closed and youthful. Decant it for a few hours and serve it with roast beef, lamb or duck, or lay it down for another decade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDeep garnet in the glass. The nose shows flowers, truffle, espresso, tobacco and dark red fruits, with ample dark berries and plums, cocoa, freshly cut bracken and boysenberry. The palate is full bodied, lush and round, with layers of fruit and energy, dense, structured tannins and a fresh, upbeat finish. Poised and confident, with all the elegance of Margaux. Aged for 16 months in French oak, 60% of it new. Drinkable now with a long decant, and it should open up over the next decade and keep to 2050.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Press Ratings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e95 Points - Decanter (2016 Vintage)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\"going to blossom into an awesome Margaux\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e95 Points - Vinous (2016 Vintage)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\"seems to have grown aromatically since I last tasted it\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e95 Points - Jeff Leve (2016 Vintage)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\"deep, packed with juice and vivacious\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlend\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCabernet Sauvignon 68%, Merlot 32%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Producer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eChâteau Cantenac Brown was founded in the early 19th century by John Lewis Brown, a Scottish wine merchant who built the Tudor style château that makes it one of the most distinctive buildings in the Médoc. It was ranked a Third Growth in 1855. Since 2019 it has been owned by the Le Lous family, with Tristan Le Lous at its head and José Sanfins as director. Sustainable viticulture has been practised here since 1996, and the vineyard is described as certified HVE Level 3. The estate has also built a new cellar of raw earth and untreated timber, designed to be carbon neutral.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Passion des Terroirs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40959640797266,"sku":"PDT11916","price":99.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9843\/1058\/files\/ChateauCantenacBrown.png?v=1716306432"},{"product_id":"chateau-beausejour-duffau-lagarrosse-saint-emilion-grand-cru-premier-grand-cru-classe-2007","title":"Chateau Beausejour-Duffau-Lagarrosse Saint-Emilion 1er Grand Cru Classe 2007","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA Saint-Émilion first growth from a tiny 6.8 hectare limestone vineyard, and the home of the legendary 100 point 1990 vintage. This 2007 is now mature, elegant and ready to drink, with cherry, tobacco and mocha, so it is a chance to taste a rare and famous estate without waiting. Merlot leads on these limestone soils, giving sweet cherry fruit and a silky texture, while Cabernet Franc adds a fresh, leafy, savoury lift. It is lighter and more graceful than the blockbuster vintages, and it suits roast chicken, duck, lamb or a mushroom risotto. Decant gently and serve it just under room temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eRuby garnet in the glass with a brightening rim. The nose is delicate and leafy, with sweet cherry fruit, citrus zest, tobacco spice and a touch of mocha coffee richness. The palate is fresh and full bodied for the vintage, with an elegant, finesse rich structure, fine tannins and an extract sweet finish. Best enjoyed now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlend\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMerlot, Cabernet Franc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Producer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eChâteau Beauséjour Duffau-Lagarrosse has been a Saint-Émilion first growth since the very first classification of 1955. It was in the hands of the Duffau-Lagarrosse family from 1847 until 2021, when it was bought by the Courtin family of the Clarins group, with ninth generation family member Joséphine Duffau-Lagarrosse now running it. The vines sit on a small limestone plateau of just 6.8 hectares, facing south and southwest just outside the village. Robert Parker gave the 1990 vintage 100 points, and the 2009 and 2010 vintages later did the same. The second wine is Croix de Beauséjour.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Passion des Terroirs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55130599031171,"sku":"PDT14407","price":119.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9843\/1058\/files\/ChateauBeausejour-Duffau-LagarrosseSaint-Emilion1erGrandCruClasse.png?v=1745405461"},{"product_id":"clos-haut-peyraguey-sauternes-2018-37-5cl","title":"Clos Haut-Peyraguey Sauternes 1er Grand Cru Classe 2018 (37.5cl)","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points - Decanter.\u003c\/strong\u003e The smallest of Sauternes' famous 1855 first growths, sitting right opposite Château d'Yquem, in a handy half bottle that's perfect for two. Liquid gold with apricot, marmalade and lemon curd, lifted by a freshness that stops it ever feeling heavy. Sémillon leads, touched by noble rot, which is the fungus that concentrates the grapes into sweet, honeyed richness. The vineyard is farmed with integrated methods and picked by hand in several passes, so only the best berries make it into the bottle. Serve it chilled with foie gras, blue cheese or a tarte tatin, and you have dessert sorted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePale to medium lemon gold in the glass. The nose is bold and expressive, with apricot jam, orange confit, candied ginger, lemon meringue pie and lime blossom, plus marzipan, pineapple and a hint of almond croissant. The palate is silky and rich, with ripe apricot, marmalade, honey and layers of dry botrytis, then a lemon curd start and a lime zest finish. A proper kick of acidity on the finish and a touch of gunsmoke give it depth and great balance. Fermented and aged in oak barrels. Delicious now, and it should improve for decades, with a drinking window running to 2048.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Press Ratings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e96 Points - Decanter (2018 Vintage)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\"silky but with a proper mule kick of acidity on the finish\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e95 Points - Wine Enthusiast (2018 Vintage)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\"Rich and concentrated, this wine is a success from this difficult vintage\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlend\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSémillon 95%, Sauvignon Blanc 5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Producer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eClos Haut-Peyraguey sits at the highest point of the Bommes hill in Sauternes, opposite Château d'Yquem, with a first harvest recorded in 1618. It was classified a first growth in 1855 and became a separate estate in 1879, when the original property was split in two. At just 8.5 hectares in a single walled block, it is the smallest of the Sauternes first growths. The Pauly family ran it from 1914, until Bernard Magrez acquired it at the end of 2012. The vines grow on gravelly, sandy soils near the Ciron, the small river whose cool mists help noble rot develop, and the grapes are picked by hand in successive passes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Passion des Terroirs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56314991575427,"sku":"PDT60118","price":29.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9843\/1058\/files\/ClosHaut-PeyragueySauternes1erGrandCruClasse_37.5cl.png?v=1762437257"},{"product_id":"chateau-franc-mayne-saint-emilion-grand-cru-2013","title":"Chateau Franc Mayne Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classe 2013","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé from just seven hectares of vines on the limestone plateau, a kilometre from the medieval village. This mature 2013 is a fresh, forward, easy drinking Merlot led red that is ready to open now. It comes from a rainy, small vintage, so it is lighter and gentler than the richer years, with the soft, silky tannins that Merlot gives on the Right Bank. A touch of Cabernet Franc adds fresh herbs and lift. Serve it slightly cool with roast chicken, pork, mushroom dishes or a plate of charcuterie, and drink it over the next few years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFresh herbs, fennel and red berries, with a light density and a nimble, fresh feel. The palate is soft and forward, with gentle tannins and a tart, lively finish, so it is best enjoyed now while it is still fresh. A relaxed, food friendly red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlend\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMerlot 90%, Cabernet Franc 10%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Producer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eChâteau Franc Mayne is a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé on the limestone plateau of Saint-Émilion, just a kilometre from the medieval village, and it has held its place in the classification since the first one in 1955. Its tiny vineyard, of only seven hectares, is planted mostly to Merlot with Cabernet Franc. This 2013 was made under the previous owners, and since 2018 the estate has belonged to the Savare family, which has begun moving the vineyard towards organic farming and has been certified organic since 2022. The estate has also added amphorae and larger oak vats to its cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Passion des Terroirs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62417029398915,"sku":"PDT15513","price":32.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9843\/1058\/files\/ChateauFrancMayneSaint-EmilionGrandCruClasse.png?v=1790690633"},{"product_id":"chateau-haut-bages-liberal-pauillac-2018","title":"Chateau Haut-Bages Liberal Pauillac 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e97 Points James Suckling. \u003c\/strong\u003eIf you love proper Pauillac, the kind with cassis, cedar and a firm, confident structure, this one is for you. Cabernet Sauvignon leads, bringing the blackcurrant fruit, graphite and backbone the commune is famous for, while Merlot fills out the middle with plush, generous texture. What makes it special for us is the farming. The vineyards are certified organic and biodynamic, and you can taste that care in the purity and freshness of the fruit. It's classic, elegant and full of energy, and it's a real treat with a rib of beef or roast lamb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA deep, dark colour, with blackberry, blueberry and blackcurrant on the nose, lifted by violets, cedar and a touch of graphite. The palate is full bodied and creamy, with layers of dark fruit, pencil lead and a hint of tobacco. The tannins are ripe and finely crafted, and fresh acidity keeps it lively. The finish is long, spicy and mineral. It's lovely now after a good decant and has plenty of years ahead in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Press Ratings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e97 Points - James Suckling (2018 Vintage)\u003cbr\u003e\"Pretty blackberries, blueberries and violets with some crushed raspberry aromas follow through to a full body with wonderfully crafted and pure tannins that intertwine wonderfully with the blue fruit and blackberries. Long and endless. A triumph here. From biodynamically grown grapes.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e94+ Points Antonio Galloni, Vinous (2018 Vintage)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e94 Points - La Revue du Vin de France (2018 Vintage)\u003cbr\u003e\"The progress is clear, vintage after vintage. The 2018 is a great success for the cru.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Producer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChateau Haut Bages Libéral is a Fifth Growth from the 1855 Classification. It has one of the most enviable addresses in Pauillac, with vines right next to Chateau Latour and Pichon Lalande. The Villars family bought the estate in 1983, and today Claire Villars Lurton runs it with a clear vision: to make wines that speak of their place. The 30 hectares of vineyard sit on deep Pauillac gravels over clay and limestone, and that limestone gives the wines their freshness and mineral lift. Claire has made the estate a pioneer of organic, biodynamic and regenerative farming in Pauillac. It has Demeter biodynamic certification, and hedges, fruit trees and even livestock now share the land with the vines. In the cellar, some of the wine is aged in clay amphorae and concrete eggs alongside French oak, for purity and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Passion des Terroirs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62417101816195,"sku":"PDT10818","price":71.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9843\/1058\/files\/ChateauHaut-BagesLiberal.png?v=1716306957"},{"product_id":"chateau-lynch-moussas-pauillac-2021","title":"Chateau Lynch Moussas Pauillac 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e91 Points - Falstaff. \u003c\/strong\u003eThere is a bold, structured character to Pauillac Cabernet Sauvignon, and this is one of the friendliest ways into it. Grown on the gravel plateaus of the Médoc, the grape brings blackcurrant depth and cedar, while Merlot adds a soft, plush edge that keeps things approachable. It is a proper classed growth Pauillac that does not demand you wait a decade to enjoy it. The estate farms with care for the environment and holds High Environmental Value certification, so you can pour a glass with a clear conscience. Think roast lamb, a Sunday table and good company.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurple in the glass with garnet hues at the rim. The nose is generous and fruit driven, with blackcurrant, blackberry and blueberry layered over gentle spice, and a hint of cedar. The palate opens mellow and smooth, then flows evenly through the middle to a long, tasty finish. Elegant and harmonious, with ripe tannins that stay soft rather than severe. Aged for 18 months in French oak, around 60% new. Serve at 16 to 18°C. Delicious now with a little decanting, and it should keep rewarding patience for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Press Ratings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e91 Points - Falstaff (2021 Vintage) \u003cbr\u003e\"fine tannins, balanced, a pleasant food wine, has good ageing potential\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlend\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCabernet Sauvignon 72%, Merlot 28%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Producer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Lynch Moussas sits on the western plateaus of Pauillac and was named a Fifth Growth in the famous 1855 classification. Its story begins in the 18th century with Count Jean Baptiste Lynch, an Irish exile who went on to become mayor of Bordeaux. By the late 1960s the estate had fallen into serious neglect. The Castéja family, who have owned it since 1919, brought it back to life with a complete overhaul of the vineyards and cellar. Today Philippe Castéja leads the estate, which has 62 hectares of vines on deep gravel soils, tended with respect for the environment and picked by hand. A second wine, Les Hauts de Lynch Moussas, has been made since 2001.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Passion des Terroirs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62417106043267,"sku":"PDT11021","price":49.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9843\/1058\/files\/ChateauLynchMoussas_1.png?v=1716307315"},{"product_id":"chateau-coutet-barsac-1er-grand-cru-classe-2022","title":"Chateau Coutet Barsac 1er Grand Cru Classe 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points - Tim Atkin.\u003c\/strong\u003e Barsac's historic first growth, praised by Thomas Jefferson in 1787 as the best Sauternes of Barsac, and scoring 94 to 96 with the critics for this vintage. Liquid gold with pineapple, tangerine and orange confit, but with the cutting freshness that gave the estate its name, which comes from a Gascon word for knife. Sémillon leads, touched by noble rot, which concentrates the grapes into honeyed richness without ever feeling heavy. Serve it chilled with foie gras, blue cheese or a fruit tart, or simply on its own after dinner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLight golden colour. The nose is intense and very Barsac, with apricot, pineapple, tangerine oil and orange confit, plus saffron, honeysuckle and exotic spice. Dried white mushroom and flower notes add depth. The palate is medium to full bodied, round and supple, with a viscous opening, then brightness and tension, and a spicy, minty finish that goes on and on. Aged for 18 months in barrels. Delicious now, and built to keep for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Press Ratings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e96 Points - Tim Atkin (2022 Vintage)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e95 Points - Wine Spectator (2022 Vintage)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e95 Points - Vinous (2022 Vintage)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\"There's great balance here.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e94 Points - James Suckling (2022 Vintage)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\"Such a balance and classiness to this.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlend\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSémillon 94%, Sauvignon Blanc 5%, Muscadelle 1%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Producer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eChâteau Coutet is one of the oldest estates in Sauternes and Barsac, with vines recorded here since 1643. Thomas Jefferson visited in 1787 and named it the best Sauternes of Barsac, and it was ranked a first growth in the 1855 classification. It has been owned by the Baly family since 1977, when Marcel Baly and his sons Philippe and Dominique took over, and Aline Baly now represents the third generation. Its wines are distributed exclusively by Baron Philippe de Rothschild. The 38 hectare vineyard sits on clay and limestone soils, one of the largest in Barsac, and has been certified High Environmental Value (HVE Level 3), with planted hedges, beehives and a focus on soil biodiversity. 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Cabernet Sauvignon leads, bringing structure and dark fruit, while Merlot adds plushness and a little Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot add spice and lift. A classified Third Growth from the heart of Margaux, it belongs with roast lamb, a côte de boeuf or a winter Sunday. Decant it generously and give it time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDeep ruby purple in the glass. The nose is luxurious, with blackcurrant, orange peel, spring flowers and violets, over cedar, smoky tobacco, dried mushroom and graphite, plus spiced sandalwood, incense and black pepper. The palate is medium to full bodied and tightly wound, with tannins that are silky yet chewy, and freshness that keeps it light on its feet. The finish is long, mineral and refined, and it grows on the palate with each sip. Aged for 16 to 18 months in oak, half of it new. Enjoyable now with a long decant, and built to keep for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Press Ratings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e98 Points - James Suckling (2022 Vintage)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\"Probably the greatest wine ever from here.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e96 Points - Decanter (2022 Vintage)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\"One of the most exciting wines this year\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e96 Points - Jeb Dunnuck (2022 Vintage)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\"2022 Château d'Issan is rock star stuff\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e95 Points - Wine Advocate (2022 Vintage)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\"a ton of personality\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlend\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCabernet Sauvignon 65%, Merlot 30%, Cabernet Franc 2%, Malbec 2%, Petit Verdot 1%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Producer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eChâteau d'Issan is a Third Growth of the 1855 classification, in the heart of Margaux at Cantenac. It is one of Bordeaux's oldest wine estates, with a history going back to the 12th century, and it is surrounded by a moat and a 17th century château. The Cruse family bought the estate in 1945, when it was battered by war and neglect, and Emmanuel Cruse took over management in 1998 with the ambition of competing with the very best of Margaux. In 2012 the Lorenzetti family, who also own Château Pédesclaux in Pauillac, became partners. The grand vin comes from the old vines within the château enclosure, in the middle of the appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Passion des Terroirs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62417181344131,"sku":"PDT16022","price":99.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9843\/1058\/files\/ChateauD_IssanMargaux_421adf72-9bce-44b5-ad77-ddefe06af8d8.png?v=1790775369"},{"product_id":"chateau-desmirail-margaux-2015","title":"Chateau Desmirail Margaux 2015","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - Falstaff.\u003c\/strong\u003e The 2015 is widely regarded as the finest Desmirail ever made, from Bordeaux's celebrated vintage, and a Third Growth Margaux that has long been a favourite for its value. Perfumed with rose petals and red fruit, it is silky, juicy and elegant, and it carries the polish that Margaux is loved for. Cabernet Sauvignon leads, with Merlot adding softness and a touch of Petit Verdot for spice. Well made, seriously charming and ready to drink with a decant, it suits roast lamb, duck or a good steak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMedium to deep garnet in the glass. The nose is perfumed and vivacious, with kirsch, raspberry coulis and blackberry pie, then crushed plum, boysenberry, rose petals, a touch of cassis, and hints of spice cake, incense and toasted bread. The palate is medium to full bodied, fleshy and elegant, with fine grained tannins and refreshing fruit, and a long, perfumed finish with a whisper of sandalwood and smoky tea. Aged in French oak, half of it new, which gives a smoky edge in youth. 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Its vines sit in Cantenac, surrounded by neighbours such as Rauzan-Ségla and Palmer, on deep gravel soils. The estate re-emerged as an independent label in 1981 under Lucien Lurton, and it is now owned by his son Denis Lurton, with the celebrated Eric Boissenot as consulting winemaker. Denis has banned chemical weedkillers and insecticides for decades, and the vineyard has been certified High Environmental Value (HVE Level 3) since the 2018 vintage. Its second wine is Initial de Desmirail.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Passion des Terroirs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62417190420867,"sku":"PDT16115","price":64.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9843\/1058\/files\/ChateauDesmirailMargaux.png?v=1790775471"},{"product_id":"chateau-du-tertre-margaux-2021","title":"Chateau Du Tertre Margaux 2021","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - James Suckling.\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the oldest properties in Bordeaux, with a history going back more than 1,000 years, this Fifth Growth Margaux sits on one of the highest gravel outcrops in the Médoc. The 2021 scored 94 points with James Suckling and with the French guide Terre de Vins, and it is fresh, elegant and delicious now. Cabernet Sauvignon leads by a long way, bringing structure and cassis, while Cabernet Franc adds a lifted, floral, savoury touch. A little Merlot and Petit Verdot round it off. It is a classic, pure Margaux for roast lamb, duck or a good steak, best with a short decant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDark ruby garnet with a deep core and purple reflections. The nose is fresh and savoury, with blackberry confit, black cherry and cassis, plus cedar, violets, sappy green tobacco, mint, espresso and a hint of orange zest. The palate is medium bodied and streamlined, with sweet red fruit, chalky, mineral tannins and bright acidity, then a supple, velvety finish with good length. Elegant and quietly charming rather than heavy. 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Its origins go back to the 12th century, and it was ranked a Fifth Growth in the 1855 classification. The vineyard lies in one unbroken block around the château. Eric Albada Jelgersma bought it in 1997 and invested heavily in the vineyard and cellar. Since January 2021 it has been owned by the Helfrich family of Les Grands Chais de France, with Frédéric Ardouin as technical director. The estate began trialling biodynamic farming in 2008, planting hedgerows and using natural fertilisers, and the vineyard has been steadily moved towards it since.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Passion des Terroirs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62417209229699,"sku":"PDT16221","price":54.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9843\/1058\/files\/ChateauDuTertreMargaux.png?v=1790775965"},{"product_id":"chateau-pichon-longueville-comtesse-de-lalande-pauillac-2019","title":"Chateau Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande Pauillac 2019","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99 Points - James Suckling.\u003c\/strong\u003e Scored 99 points by James Suckling, Vinous and Jeb Dunnuck, this is one of the wines of the vintage from Pauillac's celebrated Super Second. Silky, seamless and regal, it has the stature of its neighbour Château Latour and the plush fruit that only Comtesse de Lalande's generous Merlot can give. Cabernet Sauvignon leads with cassis and graphite, and Cabernet Franc adds a fragrant lift. The estate is farmed organically and with biodynamic methods. It is a wine for the cellar, but decanted well ahead, it is a spectacular partner for roast lamb or a great cut of beef.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDeep, dark colour. The nose is intense and complex, with crème de cassis, blackcurrant and wild berries, lead pencil, tobacco leaf, graphite, damp earth, and violets and rose petals. The palate is full bodied and velvety, with raspberry, blueberry and cassis, ultra fine tannins and a rise of freshness on the finish. The fruit is deep and seamless, and the finish is long, expansive and unhurried. 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The Pichon Longueville estate goes back to 1689, and the estate took its name in 1850, when Virginie de Pichon Longueville, Comtesse de Lalande, inherited part of the vineyard. May-Éliane de Lencquesaing ran it with great success for nearly 30 years, before it was bought by the Rouzaud family of Champagne Louis Roederer in 2007. Nicolas Glumineau has been director since 2012. The vineyard is farmed organically, with biodynamic methods, and the grapes are picked by hand, parcel by parcel, and vinified by gravity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Passion des Terroirs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62417231479171,"sku":"PDT16519","price":269.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9843\/1058\/files\/ChateauPichon-LonguevilleComtessedeLalandePauillac.png?v=1790777927"},{"product_id":"chateau-darmailhac-pauillac-2021","title":"Chateau D'Armailhac Pauillac 2021","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - Decanter.\u003c\/strong\u003e From the Baron Philippe de Rothschild family and right next door to Château Mouton Rothschild, this Fifth Growth Pauillac is sleek, pure and far more approachable in its youth than most of its neighbours. Critics have called the 2021 a modern version of the estate's much loved 1999, a wine that charms early yet ages beautifully. Cabernet Sauvignon leads with cassis and graphite, and Merlot and Cabernet Franc add plushness and perfume. A touch of Petit Verdot gives it spice. Decant it for an hour, then serve it with roast lamb, a good steak or a mushroom dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDeep garnet purple in the glass. The nose is heady and perfumed, with minty cassis, blackberry and black cherry, then pencil shavings, sweet pipe tobacco, a dusting of clove and cinnamon and a twist of orange peel. Medium bodied and beautifully balanced, with ripe fruit, graphite and ample minerality, it is sleek and precise. The finish is long, fresh and elegant. 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Until 1955 it was sold as Mouton d'Armailhacq, and it took its present name in 1989. Its vineyard sits next to Château Mouton Rothschild on four gravel banks, and it is owned by the descendants of Baron Philippe de Rothschild. Lucie Lauilhé runs the estate as estate director and winemaker, and 2021 was its first year with a new cellar. The estate is known for a Pauillac style that is elegant and charming young, with a more playful, fruit driven personality than many of its neighbours.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Passion des Terroirs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62417238655363,"sku":"PDT16621","price":64.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9843\/1058\/files\/ChateauD_ArmailhacPauillac.png?v=1790778205"},{"product_id":"chateau-pontet-canet-pauillac-2023","title":"Chateau Pontet-Canet Pauillac 2023","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 Points - James Suckling.\u003c\/strong\u003e Scored 98 points by James Suckling, this is the Pauillac fifth growth that turned organic and biodynamic farming into a badge of honour, with draft horses in the vines and part of the wine aged in clay amphorae made from its own soil. Pure, perfumed and precise, it has the ultra fine tannins and deep, seamless fruit of a much grander name. Cabernet Sauvignon leads, with plush Merlot and a fragrant lift from Cabernet Franc. It is a wine to lay down, though a long decant makes it a treat now with roast lamb or a great steak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDeep, dark and perfumed on the nose, with blueberry, blackberry, cassis and mulberry, then roses, violets, sandalwood, pencil shavings, graphite and licorice. The palate is medium to full bodied, seamless and pure, with ultra fine, caressing tannins, a creamy texture and a mineral streak of crushed stone. It finishes long and vivid, with real energy. Aged in 50% new French oak, 35% amphora and the rest in once used barrels. 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It was ranked a Fifth Growth in 1855, and it has been owned by the Tesseron family, led today by Alfred Tesseron, since 1975. The estate began converting to biodynamic farming in 2004. In 2010 it became the first classified growth in the Médoc to be certified both organic, by Ecocert, and biodynamic, by Biodyvin, with Demeter biodynamic certification following in 2014. 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Cabernet Sauvignon leads with blackcurrant and structure, while Merlot adds roundness and a little Petit Verdot adds spice. Decant it and serve it with roast lamb, beef or duck. It is a Médoc classic that tastes great at any time, though it will reward a few years in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDeep and fragrant, with blackcurrant, cherry and dark berries, dried flowers, fresh herbs like basil and rosemary, orange zest and petals. Smoky currants, tobacco leaf, leather and a touch of chocolate add depth. The palate is medium to full bodied with a lovely texture, fine, polished tannins and a great balance of intensity and finesse. There is energy from start to finish, and the finish is long and savoury. Aged in 60% new French oak. 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It has been owned by the Cordier family since the early 20th century, and today Nancy Bignon-Cordier and her husband Jean-Paul Bignon run it. The vines grow in one single block of deep gravel near the Gironde estuary. Jean-Michel Laporte, formerly of Château La Conseillante, has directed the estate since 2017, with Éric Boissenot as consultant. 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Cabernet Sauvignon gives Durfort-Vivens its structure and blackcurrant core, and Merlot adds a supple, gentle heart. It is a wine for a quiet dinner, with roast lamb, duck, mushrooms or aged cheese. Open it gently, decant carefully off any sediment and serve it just below room temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eGarnet with a soft brick edge. The nose shows the gentle, savoury character of a mature Margaux, with dried dark fruit, cedar, tobacco and forest floor. The palate is medium bodied and silky, with softened tannins, fine acidity and a fragrant, lingering finish. 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Cabernet Sauvignon leads with dark fruit, spice and crushed stone, and Merlot adds a velvet texture. It is a powerful, opulent Margaux with a cool, classic streak. Decant it for a few hours and serve it with roast beef, lamb or a rich stew, or lay it down for a decade or more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDeep garnet purple in the glass. The nose is intense and layered, with dark cherry, plum, blackberry and cassis, plus chocolate, new leather, licorice, cloves, iron and crushed lead pencil. The palate is medium to full bodied, dense yet vertical, with chewy, velvety tannins and a cool, mineral side of crushed stone and slate. The finish is long, dynamic and earthy. Aged in French oak, 60% new. 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Best drunk now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlend\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCabernet Sauvignon, Merlot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Producer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eChâteau Durfort-Vivens takes its name from the Durfort de Duras family, who settled in Margaux in the 14th century, and from the Viscount of Vivens, who added his name in 1824. Thomas Jefferson visited in 1787 and placed it just behind the First Growths, and it was ranked a Second Growth in 1855. Lucien Lurton took it over in 1961, and his son Gonzague Lurton has run it since 1992, so this 1999 was made in his early years there. 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Cabernet Sauvignon leads with blackcurrant and lead pencil, Merlot adds richness, and Cabernet Franc adds perfume. Now well into its drinking window, it is a great match for roast lamb or a good steak. Decant it and give it a little time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDeep, opaque purple in youth, now softening at the edge. The nose is intense and pure, with blueberry, blackberry and blackcurrant, lead pencil shavings, sweet tobacco, graphite and a hint of forest floor. The palate is full bodied, with fabulous richness and texture, dense but silky tannins and tremendous freshness. It has a mineral streak and a long, succulent finish, and it shows class and impeccable balance. 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It brings together the estate's famous silky sensuality and the ripeness of a hot year with true Pauillac classicism, so it feels both seductive and serious. Cabernet Sauvignon leads with cassis and pencil lead, Merlot adds velvet, and Cabernet Franc adds a floral lift. The estate is farmed organically and with biodynamic methods. Decant it well ahead, or lay it down for a decade or more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDeep purple in the glass. The nose bursts with cassis and blackberry, then licorice, violets and pencil shavings, with an incredibly floral lift. The palate is full bodied and layered, with a huge core of dark currant fruit, ripe, polished, velvety tannins and no hard edges. The finish is long and thrilling. Aged for 19 months in French oak, two thirds of it new. 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Cabernet Sauvignon leads with blackcurrant and pencil lead, and Merlot adds a rich, velvety heart. It is a wine for roast beef, lamb or a great cheese board, decanted well ahead. Bottles with this pedigree and age are getting harder to find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDeep garnet in the glass. The nose is powerful, with blackcurrant, crème de cassis, blackberry pie and baked plum, then freshly sharpened pencils, smoked tobacco, gravelly earth, chocolate, incense and bay leaf. The palate is full bodied and concentrated, with a firm, grainy texture, muscular but beautifully integrated tannins and a lively backbone. The finish is very long and structured. Aged for 15 months in French oak, about 70% new. 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Cabernet Sauvignon leads with blackcurrant and cedar, while Merlot and Cabernet Franc add richness and perfume. It is a wine for roast beef, lamb or a good steak. Decant it carefully off any sediment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHealthy dark plum, ruby and purple in colour, softening with age. The nose is ripe and smoky, with black currants, barbecued meats, new saddle leather, cassis and a touch of earth. The palate is full bodied and plush, with sweet, softened tannins and low acidity, giving a plump, round, juicy feel. The finish is long and warm. 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It is a serious dinner wine for roast beef, lamb, game or a hard cheese. Decant it carefully off any sediment and serve it just below room temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDense purple in youth, now garnet at the rim. The nose is classic and savoury, with red fruits, cedar, tobacco, wet earth, smoke, cigar wrapper and spiced cherries. The palate is medium to full bodied, bright, fresh and crisp, with real weight and density and silky, melted tannins. There are leafy notes, herbs and crunchy red fruit on the finish, as you'd expect from a cool vintage. 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The vineyard surrounds the château in one continuous sweep, which is very rare in Bordeaux. The Bouygues brothers, Martin and Olivier, bought it in 2006 and invested heavily in renovation and environmental projects, so this 1999 was made before their time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Passion des Terroirs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62417844109699,"sku":"PDT17199","price":249.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9843\/1058\/files\/ChateauMontroseSaint-Estephe.png?v=1790782366"},{"product_id":"chateau-langoa-barton-saint-julien-2010","title":"Chateau Langoa Barton Saint-Julien 2010","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points - Decanter.\u003c\/strong\u003e From the family behind Léoville Barton, who have made wine in Saint-Julien for 200 years, this mature 2010 is a refined, precise and classic Saint-Julien, with real interest and drinkability at its peak. The Wine Advocate found it softer and more developed than Barton wines usually are, and the vineyard is tended without herbicides, with traditional ploughing. Cabernet Sauvignon leads with blackcurrant and structure, while Merlot and Cabernet Franc add juicy fruit and a floral lift. It is vinified and aged in the same way as its famous sibling. Decant it and serve it with roast lamb, beef or a mushroom dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDark and classic on the nose, with tobacco, liquorice, potpourri and blackcurrants, plus black cherries, blueberry and star anise. The palate is grippy and intense yet juicy, bright and weighty, with tannins that fill the mouth with a half chewy, half mineral texture and pristine fruit. There is a lovely sense of clarity and precision, structured but not heavy, and the finish is full of fresh red berries and minty cola touches. 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The family's story in Bordeaux goes back to 1722, and in 1826 they also acquired a quarter of the Léoville estate, which became Château Léoville Barton, the wines of which are made in the cellars at Langoa. Anthony Barton ran the estates until 2022, and today the tenth generation oversees them, with Lilian Barton-Sartorius as president and Damien Barton Sartorius as managing director. The vineyard is certified High Environmental Value (HVE), with a growing part of it farmed organically, and the ploughing is traditional, without herbicides.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Passion des Terroirs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62418023973251,"sku":"PDT17310","price":119.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9843\/1058\/files\/ChateauLangoaBartonSaint-Julien_1.png?v=1790865143"},{"product_id":"chateau-leoville-barton-saint-julien-2016","title":"Chateau Leoville Barton Saint-Julien 2016","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points - Wine Spectator.\u003c\/strong\u003e The number one wine in Wine Spectator's Top 100 of 2019, from a Second Growth that has been in the Barton family since 1826, and a Saint-Julien that critics describe as regal yet rambunctious. Cabernet Sauvignon dominates, with crème de cassis, graphite and pencil lead, while a little Merlot adds roundness, and the result is classic, concentrated and built to last. The vineyard is farmed without herbicides, and the estate is HVE certified. Decant it for a few hours and serve it with roast beef, lamb or a great cheese board, or lay it down for another decade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIntense ruby colour. The nose is vivid, with crème de cassis, black cherry, blackcurrant and blueberry, plus cigar box, loamy soil, graphite, liquid rock and a touch of ink. The palate is full bodied, concentrated and layered, with plum, blackberry and blueberry paste flavours, bright acidity and ripe, building tannins, all carried by a perfectly integrated, brambly spine. The finish is long and focused. Aged in French oak. 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It has no château of its own, so the wine is made at Château Langoa Barton, which has been in the family since 1821. Anthony Barton ran the estates until 2022, and today the tenth generation oversees them, with Lilian Barton-Sartorius at its head and her children Damien and Mélanie increasingly involved. 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Cabernet Sauvignon makes up almost nine tenths of the blend, so it is deep, tightly wound and built for decades, with remarkable purity and perfume. The 2005 is still youthful, with the lasting power of a great Pauillac and the elegance of Saint-Julien. Decant it for several hours and serve it with roast beef, lamb or a great cheese board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eInky in colour. The nose is stunningly complex and perfumed, with flowers, dark fruits and minerals, plus crushed blackberry, licorice and lead pencil. The palate is medium to full bodied, deep and layered, with enormous extract, a vibrant core of fruit, lively acidity and sweet, powdery tannins. It is more elegant and refined than the hulking 2006, yet powerful and tightly wound, and the finish goes on and on, with licorice, currant and flowers. 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