PRE-ORDER About Winery Château Lagrange's story is one of enduring quality and resilience, stretching back to the Middle Ages. It began as the Noble House of Lagrange Monteil, a large estate with a church, hospital, and housing. Over the centuries, it saw ownership shifts, including the Branne family from Bordeaux, who expanded the vineyard significantly. The estate was also known for its innovative approaches, like Count Duchatel's introduction of a drainage system. While facing challenges in the 20th century, including periods of decline, Château Lagrange was purchased by Japanese liquor giant Suntory in 1983, ushering in a new era of investment and revitalized quality. Suntory's commitment led to significant renovations and improvements, ultimately leading to the successful revival of the estate and its wines. 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château Lalande-Borie is a winery in the Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux, established in 1970 by the Borie family, who also own Château Ducru-Beaucaillou. The winery owns 25 hectares of vineyards planted with 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, and 10% Cabernet Franc. It's known for producing elegant, powerful, and age-worthy wines that are typically ready to drink earlier than some other Saint-Julien wines. 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château Lanessan is a historic Bordeaux wine estate located in the Haut-Médoc appellation, known for its classic, elegant red wines. The estate has been owned by the Bouteiller family for eight generations and boasts a large property with a chateau, gardens, stables, and a horse museum. It's known for its traditional winemaking methods and the production of both a first wine and a second wine, "Les Calèches de Lanessan". 

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PRE-ORDER 2015 | JS 94 Layered and juicy... with currants, light chocolate and cedar 2017 | WA 93 The 2017 vintage is characterized as savory and traditional, featuring notes of dark berries, graphite, and cedarwood. It is well-structured with fine tannins, leading to a long, polished finish.  2018 | WE 95 Reviewers often highlight its "classic" style, featuring "ripe, velvety tannins" and "bright berry fruits". 2019 | JS 96 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 26% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc. Offers a blend of ripe fruit, fine tannins, and freshness. 2021 | WE 95 Described as "supple" with "velvety tannins" and a "long finish".   About Winery Chateau Langoa-Barton, 3rd Classified Growth, was the first of the two Bordeaux wine estates bought by Hugh Barton in the 1820s, the other being Leoville-Barton, 2nd Classified Growth. Hugh Barton was a descendant of an Irish family which settled in Bordeaux in the 18th century and which has a long and distinguished history in the region's wine trade. Both properties are still family-owned and run and together represent the longest tradition of unchanged ownership in the Medoc. Anthony Barton is the current proprietor but is gradually passing the reins to his daughter Lillian. Langoa Barton has 20 hectares of vineyards (Cabernet Sauvignon 71%, Merlot 21% and Cabernet Franc 8%) lie on gravelly-clay soils. Vinification includes 18 months' maturation in oak barriques (50% new). Langoa Barton is vinified and matured in exactly the same way as Leoville-Barton and any difference between them must be put down to variations in the soils and exposure of their respective vineyard blocks. Both Langoa and Leoville wines are models of typical St Julien restraint and elegance, and Anthony's fair pricing policy, always with an eye to the long term has won him many loyal friends amongst his customers. For years, Langoa Barton was considered slightly lighter and more forward than Leoville. However, in the last decade it has become noticeably deeper in colour and richer and more concentrated on the palate. Langoa Barton is now often the equal of Leoville.

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PRE-ORDER 2020 | V 96 Elegance, freshness, and deep, mineral-driven profile, featuring 99% Merlot. The wine is considered a strong value, with top scores highlighting its potential for long-term aging.  2021 | D 94 Elegant, fresh, and aromatic, featuring notes of black raspberry, cassis, white flowers, and chalky minerals. About Winery Château Laroque is situated close to St Christophe des Bardes in St Emilion on a plateau of limestone rock. Its history dates back to the 12th century, with a tower from that time still dominating the estate. It has passed through several families since and is now owned by the Beaumartin family and is the largest estate in St Emilion with 61 hectares and was promoted to grand cru classé in 1996. More recently well known St Emilion winemaker David Suire has been bought in and the property has achieved new heights. Although planted in one block the make up of the limestone varies as does the exposition around the château, on slopes or on terraces. Merlot is the pre-dominant grape variety with a small amount of Cabernet Franc and the vines are about 50 years old on average. Wine making is traditional with maturation in oak, the length of which depends on the vintage conditions. There is also a second wine produced, Tours de Laroque for more immediate drinking.

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PRE-ORDER 2016 | JS 94 Offers blackcurrant, ripe raspberry, and earthy notes with fine tannins and good acidity. 2019 | WS 92 A savory, elegant, and velvety red blend (Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon), with top scores noting its deep fruit and structured 2020 | D 93 The 2020 vintage is characterized as a "savory and classic" Bordeaux blend. It generally consists of approximately 68% Merlot, 24% Cabernet Franc, and 8% Cabernet Sauvignon. Reviewers note that it offers a "fresh and feisty" profile with "dark and brooding" fruit, complimented by liquorice, dried herbs, and cocoa.  2021 | V 93 The 2021 vintage is noted for its freshness and aromatic profile, relying on finesse rather than sheer power. It features creamy textures with fine-grained, somewhat firm tannins that provide structure. About Winery Château Laroze, a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé, boasts a rich history dating back to 1610, with the Gurchy family's involvement in winemaking. The current estate, however, was established in 1882 when the Gurchys consolidated three adjacent vineyards and built the château. The Meslin family, direct descendants of the Gurchys, have been managing the estate for three generations, increasing its size to 30 hectares. 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château Larrivaux is a Haut-Médoc estate with a history dating back to the 16th century, known for its mother-daughter run operation since 1580. The estate produces a fruit-forward and elegant Grand Vin from a 15.5-hectare vineyard, primarily using Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc grapes. It's noted for its balanced structure, fresh fruit flavors, and discreet use of oak. 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château Lascombes, a Margaux Second Growth estate, boasts a history dating back to the 17th century when the Durfort de Duras family owned the land. The estate was named after the Lascombes family in the 18th century. Throughout its history, the estate has seen various owners, including the American investment firm Colony Capital. Today, it is a 117-hectare estate with 50 hectares of vineyards, known for its traditional and modern winemaking techniques. 

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PRE-ORDER 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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PRE-ORDER 2013 | WE 93 Here's a complex, rich wine that has fine acidity as well as ripe blackberry fruits. It's certainly firmly structured, but it has the flesh to support it 2016 | JS 98 Exotic aromas of blackberries, truffle, earth and cedar follow through to a full body, rich and layered tannins and a long, long finish. Shows so much here. Exotic. 2018 | JS 97 Aromas of plums, violets and mushrooms with earthy notes. Fleshy and succulent texture to the full body with round, firm tannins and a salivating, savory finish. Very persistent. Opulent and reserved at the same time. Contrastive wine.  2019 | JS 98 This is a luscious and beautiful young wine with blackberry, hazelnut, dark-chocolate and black-olive character. It’s full and layered with round, soft tannins and a caressing finish. Great finish. Seductive young wine.  2020 | JS 98-99 This is a young red with great intensity and vision that starts off slowly and builds with energy and verve. It’s so minerally with salty, chalky and spice undertones to the cool and vibrant, purple and subtle-fruit flavors. The tannins are wonderfully toned and polished and build on the palate to deliver something very special. 2021 | JS 95-96 Opulent and pure with currants and blackberries and some floral and orange undertones. Medium to full body. Fine tannins. Bright at the end.   About Winery Originally called Domaine du Gay, Château Le Gay takes its name from the lieu-dit Le Gay, part of which was sold to the Greloud family that eventually became Château Lafleur. Coincidentally, Château Le Gay was inherited by the Robin sisters in 1946, who also happened to own Château Lafleur. Over the next few decades, under the ownership of the Robin sisters, Château Le Gay was managed by Jean-Pierre Moueix, who also purchased portions of the vineyard to add to the acreage of Château La Fleur-Pétrus. After the passing of the Robin sisters, Château Le Gay was acquired by Catherine Péré Vergé in 2002, who quickly increased the acreage and brought Michel Rolland on board as a consultant.

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2008 | JD 95 The 2008 Le Gay is a beauty. Still lively colored, with a complex bouquet of blackcurrants, savory cherries, earth, and dried herbs, this beauty hits the palate with medium to full-bodied richness, fine, elegant tannin, and a silky, layered, seamless texture. It has a beautiful finish and is an incredibly classy, elegant wine. 2017 | JD 94 PRE ORDER Showing beautifully in my tastings, the 2017 Chateau Le Gay makes the most of this solid vintage. Almost all Merlot from a great terroir on the plateau of Pomerol, it reveals a purple/ruby hue as well as medium to full-bodied notes of black cherry and cassis fruits, toasted spice, spring flowers, and damp earth. Shining more for its complexity and elegance than sheer power, it nevertheless has wonderful fruit, plenty of tannins, and a great finish.    About Winery Originally called Domaine du Gay, Château Le Gay takes its name from the lieu-dit Le Gay, part of which was sold to the Greloud family that eventually became Château Lafleur. Coincidentally, Château Le Gay was inherited by the Robin sisters in 1946, who also happened to own Château Lafleur. Over the next few decades, under the ownership of the Robin sisters, Château Le Gay was managed by Jean-Pierre Moueix, who also purchased portions of the vineyard to add to the acreage of Château La Fleur-Pétrus. After the passing of the Robin sisters, Château Le Gay was acquired by Catherine Péré Vergé in 2002, who quickly increased the acreage and brought Michel Rolland on board as a consultant.

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PRE-ORDER 2011 | WE 92 Ripe plum, red currant, gravel, and tobacco. Moderate tannins, higher Merlot content than the grand vin, and a smooth finish. 2020 | JS 97 A savory, classic red with fine tannins, offering notes of blackberries, blackcurrants, crushed stones, bark, and rose petals. 2021 | JS 93 Aromatic nose with ripe black plum, damson, toast, and hints of tobacco or graphite. Medium-bodied with a fresh, slightly "crunchy" red fruit character, balanced by firm but ripe tannins.   About Winery Chateau Leoville Las Cases is one of the largest and oldest classified growths in the Medoc region of France. Originally the other two Leovilles, Leoville Poyferre and Leoville Barton were part of the large estate. Today Leoville Las Cases comprises over 209 acres and has been run since 1950 by the Delon Family. Currently, the estate is run by the well-known Michel Delon. The estate stretches from Chateau Beychevelle down to Chateau Latour, and the main estate is a picturesque, enclosed 100 acre vineyard depicted on the label. The winery is established as a Second Growth. vineyard.

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PRE-ORDER 2015 | JS 96 Warm red currants, black raspberries, dark chocolate, cigar box, and violet. 2019 | WA 97 The wine is noted for being deep, concentrated, and structured with powdery tannins. It is described as a "timeless classic" and one of the finest in recent times for the estate. 2021 | WE 97 The 2021 is described as a "terrific success" for the vintage, showing intense, crunchy black fruit, refined tannins, and high-toned, lively acidity. About Winery In 1826, Hugh Barton, already proprietor of Chateau Langoa, purchased part of the big Leoville estate. His part then became known as Léoville Barton. Six generations of Bartons have since followed, and continued to preserve the quality of the wine, classified as a Second Growth in 1855. In 1983, Anthony Barton, the present owner, was given the property by his uncle Ronald Barton who had himself inherited it in 1929. Anthony Barton's daughter Lilian Barton Sartorius now helps her father in managing the estate. Together, they maintain the traditional methods of winemaking, producing a typical Saint-Julien of elegance and distinction. The Château Léoville Barton is the property of the Barton’s family and Lilian Barton Sartorius manages it with her two children, Mélanie and Damien.

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2002 | RP 92 A restrained, classic Bordeaux with cedar, graphite, and cassis. Solid but overshadowed by stronger vintages. Best for near-term drinking. 2005 | WE 96 Universally acclaimed, with deep cassis, graphite, and licorice notes. Dense tannins, superb delineation, and long finish. A wine for decades of aging. 2012 | WE 92 Elegant, mid-weight, with cassis, pencil shavings, and fine tannins. Approachable now, not a blockbuster but enjoyable. 2017 | WE 97 Impressive balance of plush fruit and firm tannins. Black fruits, graphite, cassis, and plum. Elegant, concentrated, and age-worthy. About Winery In 1826, Hugh Barton, already proprietor of Chateau Langoa, purchased part of the big Leoville estate. His part then became known as Léoville Barton. Six generations of Bartons have since followed, and continued to preserve the quality of the wine, classified as a Second Growth in 1855. In 1983, Anthony Barton, the present owner, was given the property by his uncle Ronald Barton who had himself inherited it in 1929. Anthony Barton's daughter Lilian Barton Sartorius now helps her father in managing the estate. Together, they maintain the traditional methods of winemaking, producing a typical Saint-Julien of elegance and distinction. The Château Léoville Barton is the property of the Barton’s family and Lilian Barton Sartorius manages it with her two children, Mélanie and Damien.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Chateau Leoville Las Cases is one of the largest and oldest classified growths in the Medoc region of France. Originally the other two Leovilles, Leoville Poyferre and Leoville Barton were part of the large estate. Today Leoville Las Cases comprises over 209 acres and has been run since 1950 by the Delon Family. Currently, the estate is run by the well-known Michel Delon. The estate stretches from Chateau Beychevelle down to Chateau Latour, and the main estate is a picturesque, enclosed 100 acre vineyard depicted on the label. The winery is established as a Second Growth. vineyard.

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PRE-ORDER 2003 | WA 96 The spectacular 2003 Leoville Poyferre exhibits a dense purple color with a touch of lightening at the edge as well as notes of creosote, barbecue smoke, jammy black currants, licorice and spice box. This intense, voluptuously textured, full-bodied St.-Julien possesses low acidity and ripe tannin.  2011 | WS 94 This is a really fruity wine that’s opulent and gorgeously rich. There is a pepper edge, touches of new wood and a firm, dark core. Acidity and concentration are already integrated. 2017 | JS 95 A red with currant and blueberry aromas and flavors and some citrus and vanilla. Medium body and creamy, integrated tannins. Shows finesse and depth for the vintage. One of the best from the appellation.  2018 | JD 100 Based on 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, its dense purple hue is followed by an incredible, full-bodied monster of a wine that, despite massive amounts of fruit, tannin's, and extract, still stays weightless and ethereal, with incredible purity. Loaded with notions of crème de cassis, spring flowers, tobacco, violets, charcoal, and cedar pencil, it's extraordinarily concentrated, flawlessly balanced, and has a finish that won't quit. This is a legendary wine in the making.  2021 | JS 96 Excellent depth and complexity with a nice modern touch of cocoa powder to the black olives, pencil shavings, cassis, violets, black mushrooms and dark earth. Full-bodied palate with fresh, vertical tannins and lots of juicy fruit that seamlessly dissolve into the flavorful, persistent finish. Refined power with real length. About Winery With origins dating back to 1638, Léoville was the largest vineyard in the Médoc region at the time of the French Revolution. Léoville Poyferré springs from various divisions and successions in 1840. Its outstanding quality wines gained early recognition when it was ranked 2nd Growth in the 1855 classification. Château Léoville Poyferré was acquired in 1920 by the Cuvelier family. Château Léoville Poyferré was the Léoville that got left in the starting blocks in terms of reputation and in the quality of its wines. Léoville Poyferré has been owned by the Cuvelier family (who also own Château Le Crock) since 1921, yet it was not until the 1970s, when Didier Cuvelier took control at the château, that quality began to improve. In the last 20 years, Didier, with the assistance of Michel Rolland since 1995, has turned Léoville-Poyferré into one of StJulien's finest estates. Now up with the best of the St-Juliens but still selling at nonscary prices. Léoville Poyferré is classified as a 2ème Cru Classé

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2010 | JD 100 Deep cassis, tobacco, graphite, and leather; combines opulence with elegance. A wine for decades of aging 2012 | JS 92 More restrained, with currant fruit, cedar, and earthy tones. Fine tannins but less concentration. Best for near-term drinking, already approachable. 2014 | WE 93 Elegant, fresh acidity, cassis, blueberries, and tobacco leaf. Leaner style but balanced and long. A very good mid-term vintage. 2015 | WE 96 Rich, concentrated, with crème de cassis, lush fruit, and toasted notes. Powerful yet fresh, with Wine Enthusiast awarding 96 points. Excellent aging potential. About Winery With origins dating back to 1638, Léoville was the largest vineyard in the Médoc region at the time of the French Revolution. Léoville Poyferré springs from various divisions and successions in 1840. Its outstanding quality wines gained early recognition when it was ranked 2nd Growth in the 1855 classification. Château Léoville Poyferré was acquired in 1920 by the Cuvelier family. Château Léoville Poyferré was the Léoville that got left in the starting blocks in terms of reputation and in the quality of its wines. Léoville Poyferré has been owned by the Cuvelier family (who also own Château Le Crock) since 1921, yet it was not until the 1970s, when Didier Cuvelier took control at the château, that quality began to improve. In the last 20 years, Didier, with the assistance of Michel Rolland since 1995, has turned Léoville-Poyferré into one of StJulien's finest estates. Now up with the best of the St-Juliens but still selling at nonscary prices. Léoville Poyferré is classified as a 2ème Cru Classé

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PRE-ORDER 2015 | WS 93 Silky, supple, and forward, offering a "sensuous" feel with a blend of dark fruits and mineral nuances. 2016 | WS 93 Fresh and vibrant, featuring red/black cherry, raspberry, and violet notes, with a velvety, structured texture. 2017 | WS 92 Supple, racy, and inviting. It is opulent yet fresh, showing high minerality with a generous texture and a "spicy bite" on the finish. 2018 | WS 94 Silky, fresh, and opulent profile. It features aromas of black raspberry, plum, licorice, and cocoa, with a concentrated, powdery texture from clay-limestone soils. 2019 | D 95 The wine is described as a "hidden gem" of the limestone plateau, characterized by savory, fresh, and pure fruit flavors with a long, velvety finish. 2020 | V 94 The wine is described as having a rich, velvety texture with notes of blackberries, licorice, sweet spices, and chalky mineral nuances. 2021 | V 92-94 Praised for its fragrant bouquet of blackberry, raspberry, and wilted rose petal, with a cohesive finish. About Winery Château Les Grandes Murailles, a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé, has a rich history rooted in the remains of a 12th-century Dominican monastery. The estate's name, meaning "Great Walls," directly references the imposing ruin that still stands today. Originally a small plot of vines near this remnant of the monastery, the estate has been known as Les Grandes Murailles since at least the 19th century. In 2013, the property became part of the Cuvelier family portfolio, joining Château Clos Fourtet. 

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PRE-ORDER 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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PRE-ORDER 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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PRE-ORDER 2014 | VIVINO 4.0 "The wine is described as having a steely red berry nose that is well-focused, with a supple, fleshy opening leading to a long finish. It displays savory character with hints of graphite, violet, and tobacco." 2018 | VIVINO 4.0 "A dense, full-bodied profile with ripe black fruit, plum, cassis, and a long finish. The wine displays delicate, fragrant aromas with fine tannins and subtle vanilla/oak." 2019 | VIVINO 4.0 "The 2019 offers a rich, silky texture with plum, blackberry, cassis, and chocolate notes, featuring a long, balanced finish." About Winery Château Magnan la Gaffelière, a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, boasts a history dating back to the 1770s. Its origins are linked to the cooper at Château La Gaffelière, who drew inspiration for his own vineyard's name and wine style from his experience there. The estate, now spanning 10 hectares, is known for its clay and sandy soil, producing naturally delicate and generous wines. 

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PRE-ORDER 2014 | WE 96 Known for its polished, velvety texture, graphite, cedar, and dark fruit (blackberries, plums) with a strong,, tannic structure. 2016 | WE 96 The 2016 vintage is noted for being a "classic" and polished wine, characterized by strong, ripe tannins, savory notes of black currant, dark berries, tobacco, graphite, and crushed rocks.  2017 | JS 93 elegant, medium-bodied profile, featuring notes of black cherry, cassis, and licorice, with a solid, well-integrated structure best enjoyed between 2022 and 2035 2018 | WE 96 The 2018 is noted for its deep, dark fruit, high-quality tannins, and a "two-climate" vintage profile 2019 | JS 96 A blend typically around 50%+ Cabernet Sauvignon, with Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. Known for blackberry, camphor, and graphite notes, requiring some bottle age but drinking well now with aeration. 2020 | WE 96 The 2020 red is noted for a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, offering notes of red and black fruit, lead pencil, and tobacco. It is considered a "brilliant" Pessac-Leognan that will improve with two decades of aging.  2021 | D 93 The 2021 vintage is characterized as a "fresh" year, with the wine displaying bright fruit, great precision in its tannins, and a subtle mineral vein.   About Winery Château Malartic-Lagravière has a rich history dating back to the late 18th century, when it was acquired by the family of Count Hippolyte de Maurès de Malartic. Initially known as Domaine de Lagravière, it was renamed in the 19th century to honor the Count's naval exploits. The estate went through various ownerships, including the Ricard family and Champagne Laurent-Perrier, before being purchased by the Bonnie family in 1997. The Bonnie family has since modernized the vineyard and winery, while emphasizing sustainable viticulture and a commitment to quality. 

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PRE-ORDER 2015 | JS 95 The wine is characterized by its high quality in 2015, driven by a combination of, at the time, recent consulting efforts by Michel Rolland and Athanase Fakorellis, ensuring a highly integrated, aromatic profile. 2018 | JS 96 Aromas of apricot, passion fruit, lemon pie and custard. Crushed stones, fennel and cloves, too. It’s full-bodied with bright acidity and a layered, creamy texture. Long, rounded and mineral finish. Very tight and structured. 2020 | JD 97 The wines are well-balanced with great purity of fruit, sleek and very elegant tannins, enhanced by the very successful cellar work. The whites present terrific aromatic purity and really stand out; they are so precise, polished, round and fragrant. 2023 | JS 95-96 The wines are well-balanced with great purity of fruit, sleek and very elegant tannins, enhanced by the very successful cellar work. The whites present terrific aromatic purity and really stand out; they are so precise, polished, round and fragrant. About Winery Château Malartic-Lagravière has a rich history dating back to the late 18th century, when it was acquired by the family of Count Hippolyte de Maurès de Malartic. Initially known as Domaine de Lagravière, it was renamed in the 19th century to honor the Count's naval exploits. The estate went through various ownerships, including the Ricard family and Champagne Laurent-Perrier, before being purchased by the Bonnie family in 1997. The Bonnie family has since modernized the vineyard and winery, while emphasizing sustainable viticulture and a commitment to quality. 

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PRE-ORDER 2006 | WA 95 Savory and classic, with a focus on elegance rather than raw power. 2007 | WE 93 Savory, classic, elegant, and soft rather than powerful. 2008 | WA 94 Deep creme de cassis, dark berry, and red currant, with notes of spring flowers, violets, and iron. 2010 | JS 100 Described as "liquid velvet" with a perfect balance of power and finesse. 2011 | D 96 Known for its "floral cassis fruit," "perfect texture," and "tremendous personality". 2014 | JS 97 The 2014 vintage is described as "classically elegant," with a "fresh finish" and "firm" but refined tannins. It offers a mix of intense black fruit, spice, and mineral tension, requiring several years of aging to reach full potential. 2015 | WE 100 Known for extreme richness combined with finesse, featuring notes of black currant, licorice, espresso, and violet. 2016 | WE 99 The wine is described as having intense aromas of blackcurrant, forest floor, and floral notes (violets) with a "fine bead of acidity". 2017 | JS 99 Finesse-driven, aromatic, and silky rather than heavy, with incredible depth and polished tannins 2019 | V 99 Features notes of cassis, plum, blackberry, violets, and graphite. 2020 | JS 100 A deep, intense wine, notes say it has a "pixelated" finish, with aromas of black cherries, blueberry, violet perfume, graphite, and cedar. 2021 | V 96 Classically styled with high acidity and lower alcohol (around) compared to 2019/2020. It is known for its aromatic complexity (violets, red fruits) and a silky, creamy texture.   About Winery Chateau Margaux, a Premier Grand Cru Classé Bordeaux, is one of the most famous wines in the world. Care has been lavished on the property by a line of owners with an abiding concern for the reputation of the estate. For more than five hundred years, season after season, generations of vineyard-workers, grapeharvesters, cellar-workers, coopers and many other craftsmen have all played a part in making Chateau Margaux what it is today: a wine with an incomparable personality, reflected in the elegant Palladian building which adorns its label. In 1977, the estate was purchased by the late André Mentzelopoulos, and it is now run by his daughter, Corinne Mentzelopoulos.

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