PRE-ORDER About Winery Château Gruaud Larose, located in Saint-Julien, Bordeaux, is a prestigious estate known for its full-bodied, long-lived red wines. It's a 2ème Cru Classé (Second Growth) producer, emphasizing complexity and aging potential in its wines. The estate is particularly noted for its single block vineyard of 82 hectares, meticulously maintained and planted with a high percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon. 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery A Premier Grand Cru Classé from Sauternes, seductive in its finesse and aromatic richnessThe property. "La Maison Noble du Bayle", the first name of Château Guiraud was owned by the Mons de Saint Poly family. In 1766, Pierre Guiraud, a Bordeaux merchant, acquired it. In 80 years and three generations, Château Guiraud has become a prestigious name, recognized in 1855 as a 1st Grand Cru Classé from Sauternes. Taken over in 2006 by four personalities (an industrialist, Robert Peugeot, and three winemakers, Olivier Bernard, Stephan Von Neipperg, and Xavier Planty), Château Guiraud is an essential label. The vineyard This illustrious Sauternes property comes from an 85-hectare vineyard resting on sandy gravel soils (80%) and clayey gravel soils (20%). Nestled in a haven of biodiversity, the vines, averaging 35 years old, have been farmed organically since 1996.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château Haut-Bailly, a Grand Cru Classé de Graves, boasts a rich history dating back to the 16th century. Originally planted by the Goyanèche family, it gained prominence in the 17th century under Firmin Le Bailly, who gave the estate its name. Subsequent owners, including Alcide Bellot des Minières, significantly enhanced its reputation and production techniques. The modern era began in 1998 with Robert G. Wilmers's acquisition and investment, solidifying its status as a leading Bordeaux estate. 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery 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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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château Haut-Brion's history spans five centuries, starting with Jean de Pontac's acquisition of the domain in 1521. He defined the estate's vineyards and built the château in 1549. The property was further developed by his descendants, and its wines gained renown among British aristocrats and authors, including Samuel Pepys, who wrote about them in 1663. Thomas Jefferson also visited and praised the estate's wines. In the 1930s, the property was acquired by the Dillon family, and is still managed by the Dillon family today. 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château Haut-Brion's history spans five centuries, starting with Jean de Pontac's acquisition of the domain in 1521. He defined the estate's vineyards and built the château in 1549. The property was further developed by his descendants, and its wines gained renown among British aristocrats and authors, including Samuel Pepys, who wrote about them in 1663. Thomas Jefferson also visited and praised the estate's wines. In the 1930s, the property was acquired by the Dillon family, and is still managed by the Dillon family today. 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château Haut-Marbuzet, a Saint-Estèphe estate, is renowned for its transformation from a relatively unknown property to a celebrated winery. While its origins trace back to the 18th century, its modern success is largely attributed to Hervé Duboscq's acquisition in 1952. The Duboscq family, particularly Hervé and his son Henri, revitalized the estate, earning it recognition and praise, including Robert Parker calling it "the most sensual Bordeaux wine". 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Ranked 3rd Cru Classé in Margaux in the 1855 Médoc classification, Château Kirwan has belonged to the Schÿler family since 1925. Boosted by the dynamism of Philippe Delfaut and endowed with infrastructures commensurate with its terroir, Château Kirwan belongs to the elite of the Margaux Grand Crus.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château L'Évangile, a historic Pomerol estate, has a rich history dating back to the mid-18th century. It was originally part of the Léglise family's holdings and later named L'Évangile by lawyer Isambert. The Ducasse family owned it for nearly 130 years before it was acquired by Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) in 1990. The Rothschilds invested heavily in the estate, improving vineyards, cellars, and introducing a second wine, Blason de L'Évangile. 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Chateau La Chapelle de La Mission Haut-Brion Produced in small quantities, this second wine is a gateway to the world of Château La Mission Haut-Brion. Its name is a nod to the chapel of La Mission Haut-Brion, built by Lazarist priests in 1698.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery The name “La Conseillante” first appeared in the middle of the 18th century. It was given to the property by a certain Catherine Conseillan, an influential figure who ran the estate at that time -almost 300 years ago. It was in 1871 that the Nicolas family bought the estate, whose surface area and vineyard plots have remained unchanged since then. Today, it is the turn of the fifth generation of the Nicolas to manage the estate, a demonstration once again of continuity and the attachment of the family to this great growth. Bertrand Nicolas and Jean-Valmy Nicolas are the join managing directors of La Conseillante. Marielle Cazaux is the estate manager.The Nicolas heirs are clearly identified on each bottle by the initials “LN” on the label at the centre of a shield within a silver-edged border whose four corners are sloped. The violet-coloured bottle capsule evokes the characteristic aroma of the wine. These packaging features, first chosen back in 1871 by the Nicolas brothers, remain elegant and yet modern even today.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Chateau Ducru Beaucaillou is named after the beautiful, large stones found in its unique wine-growing terroir. This exceptional ecosystem produces fine, elegant, tasty wines with a long finish - in short, archetypical Saint-Julien wines. Perched on an exceptional site with incomparable views over the Gironde estuary, in the center of a hundred-year-old park, Ducru-Beaucaillou is a majestic, Victorian-style castle, which has, over time, become one of the great symbols of the Médoc. Unusual for Bordeaux, it is built directly above the barrel cellars, enveloping its owners, who have lived here for over sixty years. Today, the estate is managed by the company Jean Eugène Borie SA, which is owned by Mrs Borie, her daughter Sabine Coiffe and her son Bruno-Eugène, CEO since 2003, the third generation of the Borie family to head the estate. There are very close links between this estate and the five families who have been its successive owners.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château La Dominique's history in Saint-Émilion dates back to the 1700s, with its name reportedly inspired by a Caribbean island, according to multiple wine retailers. Originally owned by Jean Micheau in 1690, it was recognized by King Louis XIV. The château changed hands several times before the de Bailliencourt family acquired it in 1933, and it was during their ownership that it achieved its Grand Cru Classé status. In 1969, Clément Fayat, a prominent figure in the construction industry, purchased the estate. Fayat invested heavily in the property, including modernizing the cellars and implementing a new vinification program. 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château La Gaffelière is owned by Léo de Malet Roquefort. Located in the centre of the St. Emilion appellation, due south of St. Emilion town, the property shares a similar climate to that enjoyed by both St.Emilion and Pomerol: more continental than the maritime Médoc, with generally more spring rainfall, though less in summer and winter. La Gaffeliere’s vineyards (Cabernet Sauvignon 5%, Merlot 65%, Cabernet Franc 30%) lie on a sloped sandy/clay-limestone topsoil and limestone subsoil (a mix of Côtes and Pieds de Côtes). La Gaffeliere is classified as a 1er grand cru classé(B). Clos La Gaffeliere is their Second wine. Born in 1985, Clos is produced mainly from the young vines.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château La Lagune, a prestigious Bordeaux winery, is a captivating story of enduring heritage and revitalized tradition. From its 16th-century beginnings, the estate evolved through various hands, including the Seze family and the Frey family, who continue to nurture its reputation. 

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PRE-ORDER Chateau La Mission Haut Brion Château La Mission Haut-Brion is a world-renowned winery located in the prestigious Pessac-Léognan appellation in the Bordeaux region of France. It holds a special place in the history of Bordeaux wines due to its exceptional quality and long-standing heritage. The estate is known for producing top-tier red wines, and its wine is often regarded as one of the most sought-after in the region.

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PRE-ORDER Abour Winery Château La Mission Haut-Brion is a world-renowned winery located in the prestigious Pessac-Léognan appellation in the Bordeaux region of France. It holds a special place in the history of Bordeaux wines due to its exceptional quality and long-standing heritage. The estate is known for producing top-tier red wines, and its wine is often regarded as one of the most sought-after in the region.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château La Mission, a Lalande-de-Pomerol winery, boasts a rich history tied to the Garde-Lasserre family, who also own Clos René and Moulinet-Lasserre. The winery's name originates from the time of the crusades, when knights would stop to pray at a cross on the property. Today, the estate is known for its jewel-sized vineyard and the meticulous care given to its 40-year-old vines, producing silky, full-bodied, and approachable wines. 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château La Tour Carnet is an historic Bordeaux winery, classified as a Fourth Growth (Quatrième Cru) in the 1855 classification, located in the Haut-Médoc region. It boasts a medieval castle dating back to the 12th century, complete with a moat. The estate, now owned by Bernard Magrez, has a long history and has been known for its commitment to quality and innovation in both vineyard and winemaking practices. 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Figeac is a very ancient property. In the 2nd century, the Figeacus family gave its name to the estate. Traces of this Gallo-Roman villa still exist today. In the 15th century, FIGEAC was one of five noble houses in Saint-Emilion and passed from the Lescours family, who at that time also owned Ausone, into the hands of the Cazes family, who transmitted it through marriage to the Carles in the 17th century. After the Manoncourt family acquired the property in 1892, FIGEAC was mainly managed by agricultural engineers. However, in 1943, the year in which Thierry Manoncourt made his first vintage, a period of resurgencebegan for Figeac. Thierry Manoncourt realised in that year the huge potential of FIGEAC’s terroir and urged his mother, a Parisian, to hold on to the estate. In 1955 CHATEAU-FIGEAC became a First Great Classified Growth. Today, Madame Manoncourt and her daughters are ably supported by highly skilled wine-growing teams and are as eager as ever to guarantee the long-term continuity of FIGEAC.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château La Violette, a small but prestigious Pomerol estate, has a history marked by a recent period of significant acclaim and quality improvement following its acquisition in 2006 by Catherine Péré-Vergé. While the estate has existed since the late 1800s, it was under Péré-Vergé's ownership that it truly rose to prominence, producing some of the appellation's most sought-after wines. 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Ranked 3rd Cru Classé in Margaux in the 1855 Médoc classification, Château Kirwan has belonged to the Schÿler family since 1925. Boosted by the dynamism of Philippe Delfaut and endowed with infrastructures commensurate with its terroir, Château Kirwan belongs to the elite of the Margaux Grand Crus.

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PRE-ORDER 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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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château Lafon Rochet, a Fourth Growth in the 1855 Classification, boasts a rich history dating back to the 17th century. Originally known as Domaine de Rochet, it was renamed after Antoinette Guillemotes married Étienne de Lafon. The estate underwent a significant transformation in 1960 when Guy Tesseron purchased it and initiated a complete restructuring of the vineyard and rebuilding of the château. In 2021, the estate was acquired by the Lorenzetti family. 

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