Winemaker Notes
The 2022 Lynch-Bages was picked 12 September, around 15 days earlier than usual until 24 September at around 35hL/ha. Aged for 18 months in 75% new oak, it has a backward nose that demands a lot of encouragement. This is not as immediate as the 2016 or 2019 at the same stage. Powerful blackberry and boysenberry fruit, cedar and light tobacco notes, this feels like an edifice of aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with grippy tannins, beautifully balanced, very harmonious yet there is an enormous backbone here that (again) is reminiscent of Mouton. Extremely long on the finish, this will need its barrel maturation to fully knit together and it is going to be a Pauillac for the long haul.
About Winery
1855 Grand Cru Classe – 5th Growth The chateau was founded in the 18th century by the Liberal family. Most of the wines produced here were exported to the Netherlands and Belgium. Half of the wines of the chateau are planted just next to the First Growth Chateau Latour.
Overlooking the Gironde estuary at the entrance to Pauillac, the vines of Lynch-Bages are located on the Bages plateau, on one of the finest gravelly rises in the appellation. The estate once belonged to the famous Lynch family, of Irish origin, and was acquired by Jean-Charles Cazes in 1934. His grandson, Jean-Michel Cazes restructured the estate in 1974, adding state-of-the-art winemaking equipment, while keeping the former wooden vats as a reminder of the 19th century.The grapes are all hand picked and then carefully sorted before crushing. A very strict selection is made prior to blending and the wine is traditionally aged in oak barrels before bottling.
Today, the winery is managed by Claire Villars Lurton. Under her management the estate has undergone complete renovation to organic and biodynamic vineyard management. The grounds of the chateau were fully renovated in 2018.
Winemaker Notes
A relatively cool winter preceded a month of February in which temperatures exceeded seasonal norms. Rapid flowering took place in May, helped by summer weather conditions. There was some rain in June, including two stormy spells. July and August were marked by scorching weather. Water stress was avoided thanks to the clay soil and the adaptation of the winegrowers.
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Chateau Pontet Canet Pauillac 5th Grand Cru Classé, has enjoyed an irresistible rise to become one of the Médoc's most emblematic names. Managed by Justine and Alfred Tesseron, Château Pontet-Canet has established itself as one of the pioneers of biodynamic viticulture in the Pauillac appellation, with results that exceed all expectations. Vintage after vintage, the estate has established itself as one of the finest references on Bordeaux's Left Bank.
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2005 | WA 93
The 2005 vintage was excellent, resulting in dense, concentrated fruit with high acidity. As the second wine of Chateau Lafite Rothschild, this vintage is considered a serious, high-quality wine.
2006 | JS 96
Blackcurrant, violet, graphite, cedar, tobacco, and cocoa. Medium-bodied, balanced acidity, and well-melted tannins.
2007 | JS 91
Juicy with red berry, blue fruit, and fine tannins, showing some savory/herbaceous, "leafy" notes typical of the vintage.
2009 | JS 95
Full-bodied, silky, and viscous with well-developed, round tannins. Ripe black plum, boysenberry, cassis, smoky oak, and pencil lead.
2015 | JS 94
The 2015 vintage is characterized as approachable yet structured, offering a blend of 57% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, and 7% Cabernet Franc
2017 | JS 93
A deep garnet-purple color, with savory notes of cassis, pencil lead, and plum. It is considered to have a softer, more accessible profile in its youth compared to stronger vintages, yet it remains a "dark, racy second wine".
2018 | JS 97
Ripe black fruits, silky texture, and high-end tannins.
2020 | JS 96
The 2020 features aromatic notes of rose, lavender, cassis, and cigar box. It is described as a lively, "bouncy" palate with bright fruit and fine tannins.
About Winery
Carruades is the second label wine produced by Chateau Lafite-Rothschild. After fermentation and maceration, the wines are tasted, selected and put together according to their different qualities. This step is very important because this is where we make the difference between the great "Lafite" and the second wine "Carruades de Lafite". The wines are drained off into oak barrels. We use 100% new barrels for the ageing of Lafite. The year after, these same barrels will be used for the Carruades.
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2016 | D 96
The 2016 vintage is noted for being a "striking" blend (approx. 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Franc, with small amounts of Petit Verdot and Carménère) that offers a combination of dense fruit and high-quality, fine-grained tannins
2017 | D 95
Aclassic, fragrant, and polished Pauillac with a blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, featuring dark fruits, graphite, and fine-grained tannins, offering a fresh, elegant profile.
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An 1855 Classified Growth, Château Clerc Milon is in a unique location in Pauillac. Bordering two Classified First Growths, it has 41 hectares (100 acres) of vines in a single sweep, mostly on the beautiful Mousset outcrop overlooking the Gironde. The estuary and its sea breezes moderate temperature variations while the geological formation encourages natural drainage and optimises the vines’ exposure to the sun. The soil comprises deep, sandy gravel over a clay-limestone base which crops out in the eastern part of the estate. The vineyard’s slopes and proximity to the Gironde estuary create a unique topography and microclimate.
The vineyard, mostly comprising plots first planted in the early 20th century, offers a singular genetic heritage and rich biodiversity. It has five grape varieties typical of the region: Cabernet Sauvignon (51.5%), Merlot (37%), Cabernet Franc (8%), Petit Verdot (2%) and Carmenere (1.5%), including a parcel planted in 1947.
Pastourelle de Clerc Milon is the estate’s second wine, in which Merlot predominates.
Baron Philippe de Rothschild (1902-1988) acquired Château Clerc Milon in 1970. His values and know-how are now embodied in the third generation of the family, represented by Camille and Philippe Sereys de Rothschild and Julien de Beaumarchais de Rothschild, who continue to develop Château Clerc Milon with the same enthusiasm and quest for modernity. Thanks to the work carried out over the last 50 years and more, and with the help of a dedicated team endowed with cutting-edge technical facilities, Château Clerc Milon is more than ever a benchmark for excellence in the Médoc.
Château Clerc Milon is a beautifully balanced, elegant and precise wine with considerable ageing potential.
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Château Croizet-Bages, a 5th Growth Classified Pauillac estate, boasts a history dating back to the 18th century. The estate was formed by the Croizet brothers, who combined several small plots of land to create a unified vineyard. It was officially classified as a 5th Growth in the 1855 classification. The property has changed hands several times, with the Quié family acquiring it in 1942 and continuing to manage it today.
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Château d'Armailhac's history is deeply intertwined with the Armailhacq family, who first purchased the estate in the late 1600s and established a vineyard in Pauillac, Bordeaux. The name "Armailhac" originates from one of the family's members, Dominique d'Armailhacq, who was a riverboat captain on the Gironde estuary. The vineyard was originally part of a larger estate that eventually became Château Mouton Rothschild. In 1855, Château Mouton d'Armailhacq (as it was then known) was classified as a Fifth Growth in the Bordeaux wine classification. The estate later passed into the hands of Baron Philippe de Rothschild in 1933, and his descendants continue to own and operate it today.
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2016 | WE 93
Medium-bodied, polished tannins, and a "classic" Pauillac profile with savory notes of cedarwood, blackcurrant, and tobacco.
2017 | WE 94
Medium-bodied, balanced, and vibrant with high acidity and fine, somewhat dry tannins.
2018 | WE 94
Dense with tannins and vivid with black fruits
2019 | JS 95
Intense notes of black plum, cassis, cedar, and graphite with firm structure.
2020 | JS 96
Red fruit, graphite, mint, tobacco, and chocolate. Rich, structured, and muscular with ripe tannins.
2021 | WE 94
A deep, savory profile with notes of cedar, cassis, and black cherry, backed by a strong mineral or saline edge.
About WineryChâteau Grand-Puy Ducasse, a 5ème Cru Classé estate in Pauillac, has a history dating back to the 17th century. Initially established by Arnaud Ducasse, the estate remained in the Ducasse family for nearly three centuries. Significant expansion and development occurred in the 18th century under Pierre Ducasse, including the construction of the current château in 1820. The estate was later classified as a fifth growth in the 1855 classification. Ownership changed hands in the 20th century, with new partners revitalizing the estate and modernizing the winery and vineyards. Today, the estate is owned by CA Grands Crus, a subsidiary of the Crédit Agricole Group, and is known for its focus on quality and sustainability.
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2017 | D 94
The wine is noted for its "frisky and fresh" character, providing a "juicy core" of blackcurrants and moderate tannins.
2018 | V 96
The 2018 vintage is noted for being "bright and full of juice, prioritising vibrancy over power". It is a Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant blend with a "slightly chewy" structure that balances ripe fruit with a refreshing, earthy finish.
2020 | JS 97
The 2020 blend is 76% Cabernet Sauvignon and 24% Merlot. It is described as a "tightly coiled" and "sophisticated" wine with intense cassis, damson plum, and savory graphite notes.
2021 | JS 95
A classic Bordeaux, described as "bright and punchy" with a "cool" and "savory" style, returning to a more traditional, restrained structure compared to warmer years.
About Winery5th classified growth in 1855. The name of Grand-Puy comes from the old expression "puy" which means "hill, little hill", and this land is mentioned in documents dating from the Middle Ages. Indeed, the vineyard extends on one of the ridges of land which were made the first wines of the Medoc. Since the sixteenth century, the thought has passed from generation to generation and, by way of alliances between families, he stayed within the same descent until 1920, before resuming a destiny with Borie family in 1978. Under the leadership of François-Xavier Borie (Chateau Ducru-Beaucaillou), GP Lacoste is the perfect example of a classic Pauillac, tannic and full bodied. A wine for keeping, which makes part of the top of the Medoc wines.
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2011 | JS 92
Known for its elegance, fine tannins, and a more accessible, lighter-footed structure than some neighboring Pauillacs.
2014 | JS 93
Notes of plum, cassis, tobacco, and mineral
2017 | V 94
The 2017 vintage is noted for being a "charming" and "fresh" year rather than a blockbuster, produced under the ownership of the Cazes family.
2018 | WS 94
Rich, medium to full-bodied with structured tannins and a long, savory finish.
2019 | JS 95
A blend characterized by high-quality Cabernet Sauvignon, bringing elegance and savory mineral notes rather than raw power.
2020 | D 96
Refined and succulent, with a "sweet core of plummy fruit" and a "tensile" structure.
2021 | V 94
Very approachable for a young vintage, offering a mix of red and black fruits, fine tannins, and a "cool-vintage" elegance.
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Château Haut-Batailley, Fifth Grand Cru Classé in the 1855 Official Classification, is a benchmark in the Pauillac appellation. Its name is derived from the word "bataille" (battle), in memory of the fighting that is said to have taken place on the estate at the end of the Hundred Years' War in the 15th century.
Since 2017, Château Haut-Batailley has been run by the Cazes family, who are continuing the work begun by the Borie family in 1930 while carrying forward the style and quality of this key Médoc cru on the Left Bank of the Bordeaux region.
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2000 | JS 100
The nose is fresh, bright, and dense. With aromas of violets, minerals, spices, cool stones, mint, dark fruits, and plum skins, this is beautiful. Very much still a baby right now, it needs much more time. This is a wine for the next generation. Finesse and elegance, truly a wine that makes you contemplate life.
2002 | WS 95
Cedar, black currant, tobacco, lead pencil shavings, and earthy notes.
2003 | WA 100
Full-bodied with very firm tannins that have softened with age but ensure longevity.
2005 | JS 100
It is built for long-term aging, with experts advising it still requires time to reach its full potential, despite entering its drinking window.
2007 | WE 94
Savory, classic, and elegant. It is noted for being less powerful than typical Lafite vintages but very sophisticated.
2008 | WA 96
Critics describe it as refined, focused, and intense, with "textbook" Lafite cedar and lead pencil notes, alongside savory black fruits.
2011 | WE 96
Known for a delicate yet structured style with fresh acidity and subtle cedar, graphite, and spice notes.
2012 | WE 97
Medium-bodied, soft, and spicy with notes of blackcurrant and graphite.
2014 | JS 98
The 2014 vintage is characterized by a "tight and dense" structure with "solid, compact balance," notes Wine.com. It is often described as having a floral nose with strong graphite, violet, and dark fruit flavors, making it a very polished and elegant, rather than overly powerful, wine.
2015 | JS 99
Rich, powerful, and textured with a strong graphite backbone.
2016 | JS 100
Full-bodied, dense, and structured, with intense tannins that are perfectly ripe and polished.
2017 | JS 98
Elegant, medium-bodied, and highly aromatic with savory accents, vibrant red/black fruits, and a long, perfumed finish.
2018 | WA 100
Deep purple-black in color, it needs a fair bit of swirling to unlock intoxicating scents of blackcurrant cordial, baked plums and black cherry compote with an undercurrent of dark chocolate, licorice, cast-iron pan, cedar chest and fertile loam, plus a waft of pencil lead.
2019 | WA 100
The 2019 vintage is described as having a "sensual bouquet" with aromas of dark fruit, pencil box, sous-bois (underbrush), and white pepper. It is characterized by a "femme fatale" texture—power disguised by silky, polished tannins.
2020 | WE 100
Dense and structured yet incredibly elegant, with notes of cigar box, cedar, and crushed stones.
2021 | JS 97
Savory, elegant, and "old-school" rather than powerful, Dark berries, cedar pencil, black truffle, violets, and graphite.
About Winery
Chateau Lafite Rothschild is one of only four classified first growths and thus the designation as 1st er Cru. The vintage rankings of the Universal Paris Exposition in 1855 officially gave Lafite the rating as “Leader among fine wines.”
While the first known reference to Lafite dates to 1234 with a certain Gombaud de Lafite, abbot of the Vertheuil Monastery north of Pauillac, Lafite’s mention as a medieval fief dates to the 14th century. The name Lafite comes from the Gascon language term “la hite”, which means “hillock”.
There were probably already vineyards on the property at the time when the Ségur family organised the vineyard in the 17th century, and Lafite began to earn its reputation as a great winemaking estate.
Jacques de Ségur was credited with the planting of the Lafite vineyard in the 1670s and in the early 1680s. The estate achieved wide popularity in the 1750s when it became the favorite wine of King Louis XV. Thomas Jefferson was also a steadfast customer and even visited the estate.
After the 1973-1976 mini-crisis that hit Bordeaux, Baron Eric’s management of the estate made strides forward with a search for excellence and the gradual addition of a new technical team. In 1985 Baron Eric began a tradition of inviting fine-arts photographers to photograph Chateau Lafite.
Today, his daughter Saskia de Rothschild represents the 6th generation of the family at the head of the winemaking properties.
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2000 | JS 100
The 2000 is defined by its deep garnet color, extreme richness, and complex notes of graphite, hoisin, crème de cassis, cedar, and smoky fruitcake.
2004 | WE 97
Highlights supreme elegance, sweet cassis flavors, and dry tannins.
2005 | JS 100
Deep ruby/purple color with intense aromas of graphite, crème de cassis, black fruits, and cedar.
2006 | D 97
Dense ruby/purple color with "noble tannins" and strong tannic structure that has softened over time.
2008 | WA 97
Offers classic Pauillac notes of cedar, cassis, tobacco, and crushed stones with a very long finish.
2010 | WA 100
Powerful crème de cassis, black forest cake, charcoal, graphite, and cedar. Full-bodied, incredibly concentrated, with "sweet" tannin and a long finish.
2012 | V 97
The 2012 is characterized as a "restrained" and "elegant" vintage compared to more powerful years, featuring a 90.2% Cabernet Sauvignon dominant blend.
2013 | JS 93
Fresh and vibrant with a medium body, fine tannins, and a long, spicy finish.
2014 | JS 99
Bright red cherry, blackcurrant (cassis), spicy tobacco, and graphite.
2015 | JS 98
Rich, supple, and demonstrative, yet classic and structured. Dark fruits, cassis, loamy soil, espresso, and cedar.
2017 | JS 99
Ripe blackcurrant, violets, liquorice, and earthy notes with high-quality, fine-grained tannins.
About Winery
Château Latour, a renowned Bordeaux winery, has a rich history spanning centuries. Its name comes from a fortress tower built in the 14th century, used for defense during the Hundred Years' War. The estate, known for its powerful and complex red wines, has seen various owners throughout its history, including the Segur family, who held it for almost 300 years.
Today, his daughter Saskia de Rothschild represents the 6th generation of the family at the head of the winemaking properties.
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2010 | WA 97
The wine is known for its intense structure, balancing rich black fruit, graphite, and cedar with high, but polished, tannin levels.
2014 | JS 96
The wine is entering its optimal drinking window (2024-2025 onwards) but has the structure to age well for another decade or more. It is often described as a "classic" Bordeaux style, combining power and freshness.
2018 | JD 98
The wine is noted for its classic Pauillac aromas of lead pencil, cassis, graphite, and black fruit, with a powerful structure and long finish.
2019 | JD 100
The wine is described as powerful, rich, and concentrated, featuring notes of crème de cassis, cedar, black fruit, licorice, and graphite.
2021 | WE 96
Critics noted aromatic, classic aromas of blackcurrant, lead pencil shavings, iron filings, and cedar. The palate is described as having "sturdy frame of firm, grainy tannins" and "freshness".
About Winery
1855 Grand Cru Classe – 5th Growth The chateau was founded in the 18th century by the Liberal family. Most of the wines produced here were exported to the Netherlands and Belgium. Half of the wines of the chateau are planted just next to the First Growth Chateau Latour.
Overlooking the Gironde estuary at the entrance to Pauillac, the vines of Lynch-Bages are located on the Bages plateau, on one of the finest gravelly rises in the appellation. The estate once belonged to the famous Lynch family, of Irish origin, and was acquired by Jean-Charles Cazes in 1934. His grandson, Jean-Michel Cazes restructured the estate in 1974, adding state-of-the-art winemaking equipment, while keeping the former wooden vats as a reminder of the 19th century.The grapes are all hand picked and then carefully sorted before crushing. A very strict selection is made prior to blending and the wine is traditionally aged in oak barrels before bottling.
Today, the winery is managed by Claire Villars Lurton. Under her management the estate has undergone complete renovation to organic and biodynamic vineyard management. The grounds of the chateau were fully renovated in 2018.
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About Winery
1855 Grand Cru Classe – 5th Growth The chateau was founded in the 18th century by the Liberal family. Most of the wines produced here were exported to the Netherlands and Belgium. Half of the wines of the chateau are planted just next to the First Growth Chateau Latour.
Overlooking the Gironde estuary at the entrance to Pauillac, the vines of Lynch-Bages are located on the Bages plateau, on one of the finest gravelly rises in the appellation. The estate once belonged to the famous Lynch family, of Irish origin, and was acquired by Jean-Charles Cazes in 1934. His grandson, Jean-Michel Cazes restructured the estate in 1974, adding state-of-the-art winemaking equipment, while keeping the former wooden vats as a reminder of the 19th century.The grapes are all hand picked and then carefully sorted before crushing. A very strict selection is made prior to blending and the wine is traditionally aged in oak barrels before bottling.
Today, the winery is managed by Claire Villars Lurton. Under her management the estate has undergone complete renovation to organic and biodynamic vineyard management. The grounds of the chateau were fully renovated in 2018.
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1995 | JS 95
Its deep color, intense cassis aroma, and complex notes of cedar, tobacco, and truffle. It is considered a powerful, structured wine with robust tannins that has matured into a very refined, long-lived expression
1998 | WA 97
The 1998 Château Mouton Rothschild is a highly regarded, classic Pauillac that has developed into a complex, elegant wine, often considered one of the best of its vintage.
2000 | WA 97
Opulent style, featuring dark fruits, blackcurrant, and graphite, with powerful, velvety tannins and remarkable aging potential
2001 | WS 94
Very smoky, with berry, coffee and tobacco aromas. Full-bodied, with polished velvety tannins. Solid and very, very fine
2002 | WA 91
Tasted blind as a vintage comparison at the Valandraud vertical, the 2002 Mouton-Rothschild is a wine that burned brightly in its youth, though recent encounters suggest that maybe it is beginning to flag as it enters what you might call middle age.
2003 | WA 95
The wine is dominated by the hot, dry summer of 2003, showing immense ripeness and a "modern" style, sometimes described as a blend of the 1982 and 1986 styles.
2004 | WS 95
Cassis, cedar, and graphite notes, featuring a medium-bodied, savory structure with well-resolved tannins, currently in its prime drinking window.
2005 | JD 100
It is characterized by intense concentration, powerful tannins, and complex notes of cassis, cedar, and graphite. Now entering its prime, this wine is expected to mature beautifully through 2050+.
2006 | WA 98
Known for its power, depth, and 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, it is widely considered a top performer of the vintage, featuring notes of blackcurrant, cedar, and graphite.
2007 | WE 95
Medium-bodied, savory, and aromatic with firm tannins, notes of pencil shavings, dark fruits, and a, sometimes, slightly astringent finish.
2008 | WE 96
Full-bodied, structured, and "sexy" with floral notes, dark chocolate, and a long, fresh finish.
2009 | JD 100
The wine is described as powerful and decadent, featuring, blackcurrant, dark chocolate, and spicy oak notes, with massive, velvety tannins.
2010 | JD 100
This Pauillac first growth displays deep color and complex aromas of blackberry, cassis, cedar, cigar box, and lead pencil. It is characterized by high, ripe tannins, incredible density, and a fresh mineral finish.
2011 | JS 96
A structured, medium-bodied wine with notable acidity, cassis, and graphite notes, often considered a "lighter" but refined
2012 | WE 97
This is a beautifully opulent wine, great Mouton in its richness and succulent fruits. It’s combines structure and obvious new-wood aging with hugely ripe black plum and currant flavors. While it is a pleasure to taste now, there is a great tannic structure in the background to give the sense of power and aging potential.
2014 | JS 99
This wine is a cellaring selection, often praised for its precision and balance rather than being a massive "blockbuster" style, offering great depth and a long finish.
2015 | JS 99
The 2015 vintage displays intense blackcurrant, fig, blackberry, and graphite notes, with a velvety texture and a long, complex finish. It is often described as having incredible symmetry, balancing power with elegance.
2016 | JD 100
Deep purple-hued with notes of cassis, blueberry, violet, and tobacco.
2017 | JS 98
Rich, intense tannins, and fresh, vibrant fruit. Aromas include creme de cassis, violet, and coffee.
2018 | JS 100
Intense notes of blackcurrants, cedarwood, cassis, tobacco, and cocoa, with silky, well-rounded tannins.
2019 | JS 99
This is incredibly complex, with all the cabernet descriptors, from mint and lead pencil to blackberry, blackcurrant and menthol. It changes all the time in the glass, just as in the nose. Yet, it remains cool and classy.
2020 | WE 99
Described as having a "taut and fresh" bouquet with black fruit, cedar, and graphite, offering a more classical and elegant style compared to the 2018 or 2019 vintages.
2021 | D 96
The 2021 vintage brought a return to a more classic, lower-alcohol, high-acid style of Bordeaux compared to recent hot years. It features,, intense, deep ruby color, with aromatic, fresh red and black fruits, and a strong, elegant structure.
About Winery
Chateau Mouton Rothschild, a Premier Cru Classé from the Bordeaux region and one of the world's greatest wines, is owned by Baroness Philippine de Rothschild. The estate includes 205 acres of vines at Pauillac planted with Cabernet Sauvignon (77%), Merlot (11%), Cabernet Franc (10%) and Petit Verdot (2%).
In 1853, Baron Nathaniel de Rothschild bought Chateau Brane-Mouton. In 1922, his great-grandson Baron Philippe de Rothschild (1902-1988) decided to take the future of the estate into his own hands. His 65 years at Mouton bear witness to the strength of his personality, his spirit of enterprise and his sense of innovation.
In 1922, he was the first to introduce chateau bottling. In 1926, he built the famous Grand Chai, the majestic 100-meter first year cellar, which has become a major attraction for visitors to Mouton. 1945 marked the start of a fascinating collection of works of art, created every year for the Mouton label by famous painters. In 1973, after a twenty-year battle, Baron Philippe obtained a revision of the 1855 classification and Mouton was officially recognized as a First Growth.
In 1988, Baroness Philippine de Rothschild succeeded her father Baron Philippe. She has become the guarantor of the quality of an illustrious wine whose motto proudly proclaims, "First I am, second I was, I Mouton do not change."
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About Winery
Château Pédesclaux, located in Pauillac, Bordeaux, was established in 1810 by wine broker Pierre Urbain Pédesclaux. It quickly gained recognition, earning a Fifth Growth classification in the 1855 Medoc classification. The estate has seen several owners, including the Lorenzetti family since 2009, who have invested in significant renovations, including a state-of-the-art winery.
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2011 | V 93
Savoury black fruits, crème de cassis, mocha, cedar, and graphite.
2016 | JS 99
Deep garnet-purple in color, offering blackcurrant, mocha, graphite, and truffle notes.
2017 | JD 96
The 2017 vintage is considered more accessible and charm-filled than the 2016, but still possesses the structural "grip" and concentration typical of the estate.
2019 | D 100
Rich, powerful black fruits, cassis, blackberries, blueberries, stone, graphite, and violet.
2020 | D 98
Powerful, structured, and pure, with velvet tannins and long aging potential.
2021 | WA 96
Notes of blackcurrant, cassis, violet, pencil shavings, and cigar wrapper with refined, structured tannins.
About Winery
The Estate was founded in the late 17th Century. This period was known as the Grand Siecle, or "great century", in reference to Louis XIV's 1661 accession to the French throne. In 1689 Pierre Desmezures de Rauzan, an influential wine merchant and steward of the prestigious Latour and and Margaux estates, bought plots of vines close to the Latour estate to create Enclos Rauzan. These vines were part of his daughter Therese's dowry when she married Baron Jacques Pichon de Longueville in 1694, the year in which the Pichon Baron estate was founded. An illustrious estate, with an enduring reputation, was born. It remained in the same family for generations.
In 1850 the property was divided in two. Baron Raoul Pichon de Longueville's section became the Pichon Baron estate. The second section, belonging to his three sisters, became Pichon Comtesse. Baron Raoul was proud of his prestigious property, and in 1851 he commissioned the imposing chateau inspired by Renaissance architecture that we know today. This uniquely charming and romantic chateau, with its two emblematic turrets, has stood proudly at the vineyard's heart ever since. During the Universal Exhibition of 1855, the wine was classed as a Second Grand Cru Classe according to the ranking system requested by Emperor Napoleon III, who wished to showcase Bordeaux's great wines. In 1933, the Pichon de Longueville family sold the property to the Bouteiller family, who managed the chateau for over 50 years.
In 1987 the estate was bought by AXA Millesimes, whose aim is to enable great wines from the vineyards with a glorious past to achieve their full potential. An architectural competition was launched in collaboration with the Paris Pompidou Centre to provide the estate with new operational buildings. The comprehensive reconstruction of the fermenting room and cellar, and renovation of the chateau, began in 1988. Since then, the 19th century chateau's image has been
reflected in an ornamental pool stretching majestically before it.. And since 2008, its silvery expanse conceals an underground cellar, reminiscent of Jules Verne's Nautilus, with view of both the water and sky. The barrel cellar complements a production process in which excellence is paramount, in the finest tradition of great Pauillac wines.
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About Winery
The Estate was founded in the late 17th Century. This period was known as the Grand Siecle, or "great century", in reference to Louis XIV's 1661 accession to the French throne. In 1689 Pierre Desmezures de Rauzan, an influential wine merchant and steward of the prestigious Latour and and Margaux estates, bought plots of vines close to the Latour estate to create Enclos Rauzan. These vines were part of his daughter Therese's dowry when she married Baron Jacques Pichon de Longueville in 1694, the year in which the Pichon Baron estate was founded. An illustrious estate, with an enduring reputation, was born. It remained in the same family for generations.
In 1850 the property was divided in two. Baron Raoul Pichon de Longueville's section became the Pichon Baron estate. The second section, belonging to his three sisters, became Pichon Comtesse. Baron Raoul was proud of his prestigious property, and in 1851 he commissioned the imposing chateau inspired by Renaissance architecture that we know today. This uniquely charming and romantic chateau, with its two emblematic turrets, has stood proudly at the vineyard's heart ever since. During the Universal Exhibition of 1855, the wine was classed as a Second Grand Cru Classe according to the ranking system requested by Emperor Napoleon III, who wished to showcase Bordeaux's great wines. In 1933, the Pichon de Longueville family sold the property to the Bouteiller family, who managed the chateau for over 50 years.
In 1987 the estate was bought by AXA Millesimes, whose aim is to enable great wines from the vineyards with a glorious past to achieve their full potential. An architectural competition was launched in collaboration with the Paris Pompidou Centre to provide the estate with new operational buildings. The comprehensive reconstruction of the fermenting room and cellar, and renovation of the chateau, began in 1988. Since then, the 19th century chateau's image has been
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2009 | JS 97
Blackberry, cassis, violet, pencil lead, and smoky new wood. Ripe and hedonistic, balancing muscular structure with the "softest, juiciest fruit".
2010 | D 100
Powerful, concentrated, and tannic, yet polished and silky. It combines intense fruit (cassis, blackberry) with savory, earthy notes (cedar, tobacco).
2015 | JS 97
Described as "supremely elegant" and "seductive," featuring polished tannins, fine-grained structure, and remarkable purity.
2016 | JD 100
Powerful yet elegant and structured, characterized by silky tannins, high concentration, and remarkable freshness.
2018 | WE 98
Described as a "monster of a wine" with exceptional depth, balancing powerful tannins with elegance.
2019 | D 98
Intense blackcurrant, damson plum, liquorice, and cedar, with highly polished, silky tannins.
2020 | V 99
Opulent yet structured with "silky" tannins, a deep purple color, and notes of cassis, cedar, and savory tobacco.
2021 | V 98
It is described as a "towering" and "dazzling" wine, noted for its high Cabernet Sauvignon content, fine-grained tannins, and a long, mineral finish.
About Winery
The Estate was founded in the late 17th Century. This period was known as the Grand Siecle, or "great century", in reference to Louis XIV's 1661 accession to the French throne. In 1689 Pierre Desmezures de Rauzan, an influential wine merchant and steward of the prestigious Latour and and Margaux estates, bought plots of vines close to the Latour estate to create Enclos Rauzan. These vines were part of his daughter Therese's dowry when she married Baron Jacques Pichon de Longueville in 1694, the year in which the Pichon Baron estate was founded. An illustrious estate, with an enduring reputation, was born. It remained in the same family for generations.
In 1850 the property was divided in two. Baron Raoul Pichon de Longueville's section became the Pichon Baron estate. The second section, belonging to his three sisters, became Pichon Comtesse. Baron Raoul was proud of his prestigious property, and in 1851 he commissioned the imposing chateau inspired by Renaissance architecture that we know today. This uniquely charming and romantic chateau, with its two emblematic turrets, has stood proudly at the vineyard's heart ever since. During the Universal Exhibition of 1855, the wine was classed as a Second Grand Cru Classe according to the ranking system requested by Emperor Napoleon III, who wished to showcase Bordeaux's great wines. In 1933, the Pichon de Longueville family sold the property to the Bouteiller family, who managed the chateau for over 50 years.
In 1987 the estate was bought by AXA Millesimes, whose aim is to enable great wines from the vineyards with a glorious past to achieve their full potential. An architectural competition was launched in collaboration with the Paris Pompidou Centre to provide the estate with new operational buildings. The comprehensive reconstruction of the fermenting room and cellar, and renovation of the chateau, began in 1988. Since then, the 19th century chateau's image has been
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2013 | WE 95
An aromatic, delicate, and supple wine for the estate, showing black fruit, mineral notes, and spices.
2015 | JS 98
The wine is described as powerful, complex, and refined, exhibiting a blend of black cherry, blackcurrant, and savory spice.
2016 | WE 100
Deep, dark, and complex, with exceptionally pure fruit and a dense, yet elegant structure.
2017 | WA 96
Elegant and refined with a "slimmer" profile compared to the 2016 or 2018 vintages. Features notes of black currants, black raspberries, plum, violet, espresso, and graphite.
2020 | JS 98
The wine has a deep color with purple reflections and an expressive, airy nose of blackcurrant, peonies, and licorice, while the palate is generous, full, and creamy, with acidity and tannins blending seamlessly to create an upright character, finishing long with lingering notes of smoke, black fruit, and mint.
2021 | WE 97
Medium-bodied, focusing on purity of fruit, fine-grained tannins, and a fresh, mineral-driven finish.
About Winery
Chateau Pontet Canet Pauillac 5th Grand Cru Classé, has enjoyed an irresistible rise to become one of the Médoc's most emblematic names. Managed by Justine and Alfred Tesseron, Château Pontet-Canet has established itself as one of the pioneers of biodynamic viticulture in the Pauillac appellation, with results that exceed all expectations. Vintage after vintage, the estate has established itself as one of the finest references on Bordeaux's Left Bank.
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About Winery
Chateau Mouton Rothschild, a Premier Cru Classé from the Bordeaux region and one of the world's greatest wines, is owned by Baroness Philippine de Rothschild. The estate includes 205 acres of vines at Pauillac planted with Cabernet Sauvignon (77%), Merlot (11%), Cabernet Franc (10%) and Petit Verdot (2%).
In 1853, Baron Nathaniel de Rothschild bought Chateau Brane-Mouton. In 1922, his great-grandson Baron Philippe de Rothschild (1902-1988) decided to take the future of the estate into his own hands. His 65 years at Mouton bear witness to the strength of his personality, his spirit of enterprise and his sense of innovation.
In 1922, he was the first to introduce chateau bottling. In 1926, he built the famous Grand Chai, the majestic 100-meter first year cellar, which has become a major attraction for visitors to Mouton. 1945 marked the start of a fascinating collection of works of art, created every year for the Mouton label by famous painters. In 1973, after a twenty-year battle, Baron Philippe obtained a revision of the 1855 classification and Mouton was officially recognized as a First Growth.
In 1988, Baroness Philippine de Rothschild succeeded her father Baron Philippe. She has become the guarantor of the quality of an illustrious wine whose motto proudly proclaims, "First I am, second I was, I Mouton do not change."
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2000 | V 95
The 2000 vintage is described as having a deeply perfumed, floral, and precise bouquet. It delivers intense black fruit, mint, and tar notes, with a concentrated finish that shows great maturity.
2003 | JS 93
Ripe, opulent, and opulent with notes of cold steel, blackcurrants, and plum. It is riper than the 2000 vintage due to the hot 2003 summer.
2004 | D 94
Deep ruby color with aromas of blackcurrant, graphite, pencil lead, and cedarwood.
2005 | V 94
Open-knit yet deep, featuring structured, supple fruit. Perfumed with hints of cedar, tobacco, smoke, and red berries.
2006 | WA 92
Rivaling classified growths with a profile of blackberry, tobacco, and mineral notes. It is now drinking well but still holds strong, structured tannins for potential future aging
2009 | WA 96
Rich, opulent and wonderfully velvety in the mouth
2010 | WA 97
Intense cassis, graphite, blackberry, and dark chocolate, with a powerful, solid, and tannic structure.
2011 | WE 94
The 2011 vintage is characterized by a "refined bouquet" with black fruit, cedar, and a touch of Pauillac mintiness.
2012 | JD 93
The 2012 blend is composed of approximately 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Merlot, and 2% Petit Verdot. It is praised for its elegance, fine tannins, and a strong, classically structured Pauillac profile with hints of mint, pencil shavings, and mineral.
2013 | WA 91
Soft, approachable, and "fresh" due to the vintage, it lacks the deep power of better years but offers a "classic" Pauillac savory character.
2014 | JS 94
Soft, approachable, and "fresh" due to the vintage, it lacks the deep power of better years but offers a "classic" Pauillac savory character.
2015 | WE 95
The 2015 vintage is characterized as a blend of 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35.6% Merlot, and small amounts of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc.
2016 | V 96
Notes of blackcurrant, violets, cedar, tobacco, and crushed rocks, with excellent freshness and a long,, powerful finish.
2017 | JS 95
The wine is noted for being "super-impressive" and "sculpted," with a balance of tension and power.
2018 | JS 95
Opulent and structured with blackcurrant, boysenberry, graphite, and tobacco.
About Winery
Château Latour, a renowned Bordeaux winery, has a rich history spanning centuries. Its name comes from a fortress tower built in the 14th century, used for defense during the Hundred Years' War. The estate, known for its powerful and complex red wines, has seen various owners throughout its history, including the Segur family, who held it for almost 300 years.
Today, his daughter Saskia de Rothschild represents the 6th generation of the family at the head of the winemaking properties.
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About Winery
The Estate was founded in the late 17th Century. This period was known as the Grand Siecle, or "great century", in reference to Louis XIV's 1661 accession to the French throne. In 1689 Pierre Desmezures de Rauzan, an influential wine merchant and steward of the prestigious Latour and and Margaux estates, bought plots of vines close to the Latour estate to create Enclos Rauzan. These vines were part of his daughter Therese's dowry when she married Baron Jacques Pichon de Longueville in 1694, the year in which the Pichon Baron estate was founded. An illustrious estate, with an enduring reputation, was born. It remained in the same family for generations.
In 1850 the property was divided in two. Baron Raoul Pichon de Longueville's section became the Pichon Baron estate. The second section, belonging to his three sisters, became Pichon Comtesse. Baron Raoul was proud of his prestigious property, and in 1851 he commissioned the imposing chateau inspired by Renaissance architecture that we know today. This uniquely charming and romantic chateau, with its two emblematic turrets, has stood proudly at the vineyard's heart ever since. During the Universal Exhibition of 1855, the wine was classed as a Second Grand Cru Classe according to the ranking system requested by Emperor Napoleon III, who wished to showcase Bordeaux's great wines. In 1933, the Pichon de Longueville family sold the property to the Bouteiller family, who managed the chateau for over 50 years.
In 1987 the estate was bought by AXA Millesimes, whose aim is to enable great wines from the vineyards with a glorious past to achieve their full potential. An architectural competition was launched in collaboration with the Paris Pompidou Centre to provide the estate with new operational buildings. The comprehensive reconstruction of the fermenting room and cellar, and renovation of the chateau, began in 1988. Since then, the 19th century chateau's image has been
reflected in an ornamental pool stretching majestically before it.. And since 2008, its silvery expanse conceals an underground cellar, reminiscent of Jules Verne's Nautilus, with view of both the water and sky. The barrel cellar complements a production process in which excellence is paramount, in the finest tradition of great Pauillac wines.
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About Winery
The Estate was founded in the late 17th Century. This period was known as the Grand Siecle, or "great century", in reference to Louis XIV's 1661 accession to the French throne. In 1689 Pierre Desmezures de Rauzan, an influential wine merchant and steward of the prestigious Latour and and Margaux estates, bought plots of vines close to the Latour estate to create Enclos Rauzan. These vines were part of his daughter Therese's dowry when she married Baron Jacques Pichon de Longueville in 1694, the year in which the Pichon Baron estate was founded. An illustrious estate, with an enduring reputation, was born. It remained in the same family for generations.
In 1850 the property was divided in two. Baron Raoul Pichon de Longueville's section became the Pichon Baron estate. The second section, belonging to his three sisters, became Pichon Comtesse. Baron Raoul was proud of his prestigious property, and in 1851 he commissioned the imposing chateau inspired by Renaissance architecture that we know today. This uniquely charming and romantic chateau, with its two emblematic turrets, has stood proudly at the vineyard's heart ever since. During the Universal Exhibition of 1855, the wine was classed as a Second Grand Cru Classe according to the ranking system requested by Emperor Napoleon III, who wished to showcase Bordeaux's great wines. In 1933, the Pichon de Longueville family sold the property to the Bouteiller family, who managed the chateau for over 50 years.
In 1987 the estate was bought by AXA Millesimes, whose aim is to enable great wines from the vineyards with a glorious past to achieve their full potential. An architectural competition was launched in collaboration with the Paris Pompidou Centre to provide the estate with new operational buildings. The comprehensive reconstruction of the fermenting room and cellar, and renovation of the chateau, began in 1988. Since then, the 19th century chateau's image has been
