91 Points - International Wine Report. Château Haut-Boutisse is one of the wines of Château Palais Cardinal, a family property that has existed since the middle of the 19th century and neighbour to the Grand Cru Classé Château Monbousquet. An average vine age of over 40 years and from the fabulous 2018 vintage gives a wine full of concentration, structure and classic Saint-Émilion traits. "The 2018 Château Haut-Boutisse Saint-Emilion Grand Cru offers inviting aromas of dark cherries and red plum

91 Points - International Wine Report - The Château, which continues to maintain the look of a 17th-century farmhouse was built in 1658, making it one of the older chateaux in Saint-Émilion that is still in use today. This Micro vineyard is owned by the Artigue family, surrounded by the Crus Classés of Barde Haut and Clos de Sarpe, located in the heart of the vineyards of Saint-Emilion on the famous clay-limestone plateau. A young, and great value wine with  fresh notes of dark fruits plums, bla

95 Points Wine Spectator. One 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 wine from a fabulous vintage. A sensationally moreish, fragrant and textured wine created by the renowned Olivier Decelle.  "Another over-achiever in the vintage, the 2018 Château Jean Faure checks in as 65% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Malbec, which comes f

The 2nd wine of the Grand Cru Classé Château Jean Faure, Le Cedre de Jean Faure is a Merlot dominant blend (80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc), vinified separately to express the unique terroir of Château Jean Faure, the very same as its neighbours Château Cheval Blanc and Château Figeac. An elegant wine with supple tannins and expressive fruit, a fantastic affordable luxury.  About the Producer Château Jean Faure is located in the illustrious Saint-Émilion region of Bordeaux, just a stones throw f

91 Points (2018) - Cellar Tracker - At the end of 2011, Peter Kwok (Owner of Chateau Haut Brisson and Enclos de Viaud) acquired Château Tour Saint Christophe with his daughter Karen and La Croix Saint Christophe is the second label of the Château. Traditional farming, Guyot pruning with natural grass between the rows combined with working the soil under the vine, de-budding, leaf removal and green harvest if necessary to maintain the environmental balance. 40 year old vines, and 15 months in Fre

Medal Winner - Decanter World Wine Awards. Château Haut-Boutisse is one of the wines of Château Palais Cardinal, a family property that has existed since the middle of the 19th century and neighbour to the Grand Cru Classé Château Monbousquet. An average vine age of over 40 years and from the fabulous 2019 vintage gives a wine full of concentration, structure and classic Saint-Émilion traits. Medium-bodied with a gorgeous silky texture and lovely overall balance through a pretty finish. This is

91 Points - International Wine Report - Gold Medal Winner - Concours de Bordeaux - It is no wonder that this is the former domaine of the Lacoste family who owned Petrus. A blend of 75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Franc, Château Lys de Maisonneuve begins with aromas of red fruits and exotic spices which are joined together with tobacco and herbs. Full-bodied with notable fruit tannin structure and a core of bright black cherries that lead up to the long juicy finish. Appealing now, and should contin

93 points Wine Spectator. One 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 wine from an historic vintage. The 2009 is ready now but will keep for decades to come - A sensationally moreish, fragrant and textured wine created by the renowned Olivier Decelle. If you like Cheval Blanc 2009 (£900 a bottle), you'll love this! Red wine at its b

Château Haut-Boutisse is one of the wines of Château Palais Cardinal, a family property that has existed since the middle of the 19th century and neighbour to the Grand Cru Classé Château Monbousquet. An average vine age of over 40 years and from the fabulous 202 vintage gives a wine full of concentration, structure and classic Saint-Émilion traits.  Taste Nose of coffee and plum with some velvety tannins on the palate. A wine full of charm and surprises brought by the vintage. Wine Press / Awa