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2008 | JD 95
Deep plum color with aromas of blueberries, cassis, tobacco, and espresso. It is a medium-bodied wine with polished, fine-grained tannins and high acidity.
2009 | WA 99
Intense aromas of blueberry liqueur, graphite, and spring flowers. Known for a plush, velvet-smooth texture, it offers rich dark fruit, espresso, and cocoa notes, delivering a powerful yet refined, long-lasting finish.
2010 | WA 99
This is a classic vintage, amazingly rich and outstandingly precise. It has a deep black colour, strong, pure aromas and an impressive, subtly expressed tannic structure. This lushness combined with its elegant freshness that comes mainly from the beautiful Cabernet Franc grapes, makes this magnificent vintage a very long-keeping wine.
2011 | JS 95
The 2011 vintage is considered a "winner" for the estate, showcasing a more elegant and accessible profile compared to more massive vintages like 2010. Critics describe it as having a "supple and sexy" feel, featuring ripe plum and sandalwood.
2012 | WA 94
The 2012 vintage had a tough start with a chaotic spring. Fortunately, July and August were perfect for good grape development. The nose is remarkably intense and the purity of its fruit aromas is amazing. The top quality Cabernet Franc grapes straighten out the wine’s structure and provide a great accompaniment for the velvety, tender Merlot, while contributing elegance and precision to the whole.
2017 | JD 97
The 2017 has deep color, while on the nose it shows immediate charm and pure aromatics bursting with fruit. On the palate, the tannins are tight-grained and silky, precise and in goodbalance with flesh and great freshness that brings energy and mouth-watering length of flavour. 2017 at Angélus is both harmonious and bursting with fruit flavor.
2018 | JD 100
Magnificient freshness in the Merlot, a selection of very old Cabernet Franc planted on clay-limestone soils and gentle extraction during vinification have combined to make this vintage a very great Chateau Angelus. A lovely depth of color attracts the eye. Perfect aromatic purity (the fruit of precision work on a daily basis), together with notes of black fruit give great charm on the nose. On the palate, a sweet note gives way to elegant tension with refined, velvety tannins. The alcohol (below that of 2010) and the oak are perfectly integrated. The finish is lingering, underpinned by the elegance of the Cabernet Franc, by the purity of the fruit, and accompanied by delicate spicy notes.
2020 | JS 99
Blackberry and plum character with chocolate, too. Oyster shell. Full and very firm with a linear sensibility. Tight and powerful. Very pure fruit. Tension and energy there. Polished tannins. Some coffee bean and chocolate.
About Winery
At the origin of Angelus is an exceptionally well-situated vineyard, at the gates to the village of Saint-Émilion, on the famous south-facing "foot of the slope". Since 1782, over the generations, the passion and determination of the de Boüard de Laforest family have built a destiny worthy of the Estate.
At 131 hectares including 62 hectares in Saint-Émilion, of which 31 hectares from the historic heart of the Estate, Angelus is now one of the largest vineyards in the appellation. In 2012, after more than thirty years at the helm of Angelus, Hubert de Boüard de Laforest passed the baton to his daughter, Stéphanie de Boüard-Rivoal. She became the third woman in the family's nearly 250-year history to preside over the destiny of this emblematic Estate, ensuring its legacy continues to thrive.
Today, Angelus employs 170 people, produces 8 cuvées and owns restaurants and hotels, in particular, the Logis de la Cadène in Saint-Émilion and Le Gabriel in Bordeaux. In 2023, diversification continued with the creation of La Ferme 1544, forming a link between Château Angelus wine business and its restaurants.
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Carillon d'Angélus highlight its identity as a second wine from Château Angélus, emphasizing the wine's characteristics derived from its terroir.
At the origin of Angelus is an exceptionally well-situated vineyard, at the gates to the village of Saint-Émilion, on the famous south-facing "foot of the slope". Since 1782, over the generations, the passion and determination of the de Boüard de Laforest family have built a destiny worthy of the Estate.
At 131 hectares including 62 hectares in Saint-Émilion, of which 31 hectares from the historic heart of the Estate, Angelus is now one of the largest vineyards in the appellation. In 2012, after more than thirty years at the helm of Angelus, Hubert de Boüard de Laforest passed the baton to his daughter, Stéphanie de Boüard-Rivoal. She became the third woman in the family's nearly 250-year history to preside over the destiny of this emblematic Estate, ensuring its legacy continues to thrive.
Today, Angelus employs 170 people, produces 8 cuvées and owns restaurants and hotels, in particular, the Logis de la Cadène in Saint-Émilion and Le Gabriel in Bordeaux. In 2023, diversification continued with the creation of La Ferme 1544, forming a link between Château Angelus wine business and its restaurants.
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Château Ausone, a Saint-Émilion estate with a rich history, is renowned as one of the oldest and most prestigious wineries in Bordeaux. Its history is intertwined with the Roman poet Ausonius, whose villa is believed to have stood on the site. The estate, now owned by the Vauthier family, has been producing exceptional wines for centuries, maintaining a reputation for density, complexity, and longevity.
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2014 | WE 95
While this powerful wine does have considerable over-extraction, it also has swathes of ripe berry fruits. There is enough fruity richness that it should eventually dominate the tough structure and harmonize;
2021 | V 96
The wine is described as "outrageously beautiful" and "deep," featuring aromas of wild berries, plums, violet, forest floor, and incense. It is recognized for having a "distinctive and compelling" personality with a long, energetic finish.
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Chateau Beau-Séjour Bécot is located just to the west of the medieval town of Saint-Emilion, in the very heart of this prestigious appellation. Classified a Premier Grand Cru Classé until 1986, the chateau lost its rank as a "Premier", but regained it in 1996 thanks to a ruling by the INAO (Institut National des Appellations d'Origine).
The estate was named Beau-Séjour in 1787 by General Jacques de Carle, the proprietor at the time. Michel Bécot bought the estate from Doctor Jean Fagouet in 1969 and further increased the area under vine from 10.5 hectares to 15 by acquiring 4.5 hectares on the Trois Moulins plateau in 1979. The chateau then took on the name of Beau-Séjour Bécot. The vines are planted on perfectly homogenous soil ideal for producing fine wine. Michel Bécot retired in 1985. His two sons, Gérard and Dominique, now manage the estate.
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2016 | JS 96
The 2016 vintage is described as having more concentration and structure than the 2015, featuring silky, fresh fruit with a savory, long finish.
2019 | D 95
Elegant, structured, and savory style, characterized by notes of black cherry, plum, licorice, and chalky tannins, often displaying a 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc blend.
2020 | JS 94
It is described as a pure, silky-smooth wine featuring notes of black cherry, blackcurrant, licorice, and violets. The wine is generally expected to mature well over the next 20+ years
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Château Beauregard, a winery in Pomerol, boasts a history dating back to the 12th century, with the Knights of Malta establishing a small manor. The current château was built in the late 18th century, replacing the original manor. The estate has been recognized as one of the finest Pomerol wines, with its development attributed to successive owners. In 2014, the Cathiard and Moulin families acquired the estate, aiming to produce exceptional Pomerol wines.
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Château Beauséjour (Duffau-Lagarrosse) is a historic Saint-Émilion estate with a lineage tracing back to the 11th and 12th centuries, and specifically, the Duffau-Lagarrosse family's ownership since 1847. Originally part of a larger estate, it was divided in 1869, with the portion that became Château Beauséjour Héritiers Duffau-Lagarrosse going to Pierre-Paulin Ducarpe's daughter and her husband, the Duffau-Lagarrosse family. The estate is renowned for its elegant, age-worthy wines, particularly its legendary 1990 vintage. In 2021, a partnership between Joséphine Duffau-Lagarrosse and Prisca Courtin (Clarins group) marked a new chapter for the estate, blending family legacy with a modern, sustainable approach.
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Château Bel-Air is a family-owned estate located in the heart of the Lussac Saint-Émilion appellation. The estate spans 30 hectares, with 21 hectares under vine. It has been in the Roi family for over a century, and in 1978, Jean-Noël Roi took over its management. His sons, Antoine (winemaker) and Guillaume (sales and marketing), represent the fifth generation running the estate.
In 2014, they began working with renowned consultant Stéphane Derenoncourt, elevating the quality of their wines. The estate is also committed to sustainability and is working toward achieving High Environmental Value (HVE) Level 3 certification
2017 | Vivino 4.0 | Preorder
"Deep royal color, medium body, kirsch and spice notes, lighter tannins."
2018 | Vivino 4.0 | Preorder
"70% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon. Sweet, ripe red fruits, cocoa, polished texture, round and juicy."
2019 | WE 90
"Firm, black wine with rich fruits, solid tannins, freshness, and full-bodied character."
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Bernard Magrez - Creator of Luxury Wine Experience. Owner of 42 vineyards around the world and a famous producer of great Bordeaux wines. Some see it as the career of a man driven by a quest for perfection, others see the passion of a determined entrepreneur. Bernard Magrez’s journey is that of passion, a constant desire for improvement, know-how and exceptional success which has its roots first in Bordeaux, in the Grands Crus Classws, then in other prestigious terroirs in France and around the world. Bernard Magrez owns many of Bordeaux's most iconic estates including Chateau Pape Clement an exceptional Grand Cru Classe in Graves from Pessac-Lwognan. Celebrated for his attention to detail in the vineyard and constant achievement of excellence in the winery which translates into award-winning wines for every occasion.
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2016 | WE 96
Medium-bodied with silky, velvety tannins and a dense structure of black fruit preserves.
2020 | JD 97
Rich aromas of cassis, black cherries, plum, licorice, violet, and graphite.
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Chateau Beychevelle, A prestigious Cru Classe whose character has been forged by three centuries of history. Nowhere does the word Chateau in its noblest sense ring as true as it does at Beychevelle.
The elegance of its classical architecture makes it a jewel in the crown of the Médoc, coveted since its creation by the powerful families who have successively marked the economic, political and cultural life of Bordeaux and the region.
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2012 | WE 95
Darker fruits (blackberry, blackcurrant) compared to some vintages, with notes of cassis, tobacco, and cedar.
2015 | WE 95
Notes of blackberry, plum, prune, licorice, and cedar, with a polished, fleshy texture.
2016 | WS 96
Structured and firm, yet balanced with supple tannins, offering a medium-to-full-bodied experience.
2018 | WS 97
Features well-defined blackberry, cedar, blueberry, and liquorice notes with a polished, long, and elegant finish.
2020 | D 95
The 2020 vintage shows intense aromas of blackberry, bilberry, and light minty notes. It has a polished, creamy texture with blue fruit, blackcurrants, and fine-grained tannins.
2021 | D 94
Sleek, finessed, and aromatic with notes of cassis, violets, and cedar.
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Chateau Branaire-Ducru's 120 acres is located in the St. Julien region of France and has such famous neighbors as Cheateau Gruaud-Larose, Chateau Ducru-Beaucaillou and Chateau Beychevelle.The name, given by the former owner Monsieur Ducru, means "beautiful pebbles". One of the main features of the vineyard is its richness in pebbles which contribute to the greatness of so many wines of the Medoc.
Just before the war, the vineyard became run down and many Bordeaux critics felt it no longer deserved its rank as a Second Growth. During the Medoc Classification of 1855, the Chateau was rated as a Fourth Growth. In 1942 the Borie family purchased the vineyard completely revamped the vineyard and it began receiving top ratings amongst the Second Growths. Successive generations of the Borie family oversee all winemaking operations.
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Château Brane-Cantenac, a Margaux cru classé, boasts a rich history dating back to the 18th century. Initially known as Hostein, it was later acquired by Baron Hector de Brane, who gave the estate its current name and cemented its reputation. The Lurton family has owned the property since 1922, with Henri Lurton currently at the helm.
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Château Calon Ségur, located in the Saint-Estèphe appellation of Bordeaux, boasts a rich history spanning centuries. The estate, known for its red wine, was once part of the vast Ségur family holdings, including Château Lafite, Château Latour, and Château Mouton Rothschild. The heart-shaped label, a symbol of the estate's enduring legacy, is a direct result of the Marquis de Ségur's famous declaration: "I make wine at Lafite and Latour, but my heart is in Calon".
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The different plots of vines total 54 acres of very uniform soil types, which is the first hint that Chateau Caonon is unusual with respect to the rest of the Saint Emilion area. The Subltle combination of limestone containing fossilized starfish covered by a thin layer of clay left behind by a prehistoric lake, constitute an ideal environment for the grape varieties, highlighting the expression of their characteristics. Fresh, yet not very rich, this type of soil is a perfectly balanced medium for the vines that keeps yields down while enhancing quality.
The different steps in the vineyard management calendar are scrupulously respected throughout the year. Chateau Canon manages its plots sustainably, ensuring perfect ripeness and making it easier to identify the best batches of fruit, which are vinified separately. The policy is clearly to foster environmental preservation.
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Located on the famous slope (and the foot of the slope) south of the medieval village of Saint-Emilion, Chateau Canon La Gaffelière has belonged to the Counts von Neipperg since 1971. Representing some eight centuries of family winegrowing tradition, Count Stephan von Neipperg has succeeded in placing Chateau Canon La Gaffelière among the top Grands Crus Classés of Saint-Emilion thanks to a winegrowing philosophy that gives priority not only to quality, but also respect for the environment.
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2018 | WE 94
Well-constructed... ripe with black fruits and integrated tannins
2020 | D 93
Rich black fruits, plums, pencil shavings, violet, and forest floor, with powdery tannins and a savory, fresh finish.
2021 | D 91
The 2021 vintage produced a cooler, "old-school" style of Bordeaux, which in the case of Cantemerle (a blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Petit Verdot) resulted in a savory, aromatic wine. It is noted for its high acidity and refined tannins.
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Château Cantemerle's story is a blend of historical events, family legacy, and the enduring allure of Bordeaux wines. The property, a Fifth Growth in Haut-Médoc, has a rich history stretching back to the Middle Ages. It began as part of a defensive fortification line, later evolving into a vineyard with ties to the Pons de Cantemerle family.
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2019 | JD 94
Made by the same team as Château Calon-Ségur, this wine is described as powerful and rich, often with 15% alcohol, yet balanced by firm tannins and crisp acidity. It typically features intense notes of black cherry, plum, blackberry, and subtle cedar.
2020 | WE 93-95
The 2020 vintage is noted for being polished and "classy" despite its high-tannin structure.
2021 | WE 93
The polished fruits give a strongly aromatic wine, juicy with black-currant flavors and a core of dark tannins. It is a ripe wine, seriously structured.
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Château Capbern, a Saint-Estèphe estate, has a history intertwined with Château Calon-Ségur, another renowned estate in the region. The estate's origins date back to the 18th century, stemming from the marriage of the Rivière and Capbern families. The estate was later acquired by the Gasqueton family, who also owned Calon-Ségur. For many years, the estate was known as Château Capbern Gasqueton. In 2012, the estate was sold to Suravenir, and the "Gasqueton" part of the name was dropped.
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Château Carbonnieux is one of the oldest and most renowned estates in Bordeaux, with a history dating back to the 12th century. Initially established by Benedictine monks, it has a long-standing tradition of producing high-quality wines, particularly its white wines. The estate gained prominence in the 18th century, with notable praise from figures like Thomas Jefferson. After a period of decline, it was revitalized by the Perrin family in the mid-20th century, who continue to manage the estate today.
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2014 | WE 93
A blend typically dominated by Merlot, with a deep ruby color. It is described as fleshy, showing ripe dark fruit, plum, and black cherry, with a savory, lightly toasted oak note.
2015 | JS 94
It is noted for its rich, silky profile, featuring dark fruit, cassis, and earthy notes with well-integrated tannins. Owned by Sylvie Cazes, this 80% Merlot blend is considered a top-performing, refined vintage for the estate.
2016 | JS 94
The 2016 Château Chauvin is a highly-rated Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classe, praised for its elegance, balance, and ripe fruit. Featuring 75% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, it is described as having polished tannins, dark fruit flavors, and a long finish.
2018 | JD 95
Full-bodied with a round, layered, and velvety mouthfeel. It features bright, crunchy fruit (blackberry, plum) mixed with firm yet ripe tannins.
About Winery
Château Chauvin, a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé, boasts a history intertwined with the development of the region's wine industry. Established in 1852 during the division of the Corbin stronghold, it was acquired by Jean Fourcaud-Laussac, who also owned Château Cheval Blanc. In 1891, Victor Ondet purchased the estate, and three generations of the Ondet family managed it until 2014. In 2014, Sylvie Cazes and her children bought the estate, initiating a significant restructuring program and renovating the cellars.
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1994 | V 92
Good medium color, less saturated than the '95. Pungent, vibrant aromas of sappy berries and resiny oak, with an intriguing floral nuance. At once thick and polished on the palate, with an herbal, peppery complexity. Very long, subtle aftertaste, with some vanillin oak and a slight tannic edge. Not quite as ripe or seamless as the '95, but a very classy, intensely flavored wine that should put on weight in bottle.
1996 | WS 91
Medium ruby, with a garnet edge. Aromas of plum and fresh herbs, such as basil, that turn to cedar and cigar box. Full-bodied, with soft, silky tannins. Long and flavorful, with subtle chocolate, berry and light coffee aftertaste.
1998 | WA 100
The 1998 Cheval Blanc, a blend of 65% Merlot and 35% Cabernet Franc, is deep garnet-brick in color and absolutely explodes with scents of exotic spices, incense, dried roses, cigar box and licorice, with a core of crème de cassis and dried cherries plus touches of black tea and dusty earth. Medium to full-bodied, it fills the mouth with rich, plushly textured fruit and then POW—it hits the mid-palate with an explosion of Chinese five spice and floral perfume sparks, leading to an epically long finish.
1999 | WA 93
Dense ruby with slight garnet/purple nuances. Medium-bodied, remarkably elegant and harmonious, characterized by a refined structure and a silky, approachable texture.
2002 | WA 92
The 2002 is characterized by a blend of blackcurrant, blackberry, and blueberry, with a distinct peppery finish stemming from high Cabernet Franc content.
2005 | JS 98
Medium to full-bodied with incredible, fine-grained tannins that feel like cashmere. It displays great purity and energy, with a potent saline note that drives the finish.
2006 | V 97
The 2006 Chateau Cheval Blanc is a highly acclaimed, elegant Saint-Emilion (55% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Franc) known for its precision, aromatic complexity, and silky tannins. it features notes of red/black fruits, menthol, tobacco, and mineral, with a long, structured finish.
2007 | WA 91
It is a mature, medium-bodied red featuring, violet, red fruit, spice, and cedar notes, with silky tannins and a long finish, designed for drinking no
2009 | JS 98
It is described as a "benchmark" vintage, combining ripe black fruit (blackcurrant, plum) with violet, leather, and truffle notes. It is drinking well now but will continue to evolve through 2035+
2010 | WA 100
A complex, slightly closed nose that opens to aromas of blueberry, raspberry, violets, sandalwood, and subtle hints of menthol and cedar. Full-bodied and structured with immense power. Features concentrated black fruit, espresso, cigar box, and profound mineral fireworks.
2011 | WA 97
Aromatic with ripe black and white cherries, floral notes, truffle, smoke, earthy aromas, and a touch of menthol.
2012 | V 97
Medium-bodied, focusing on finesse rather than sheer power, with vibrant fruit, silky texture, and a mineral-tinged finish.
About Winery
The present-day Cheval Blanc vineyards had vines at least as far back as the 18th century, as shown by Belleyme's map of the region dated 1764. Nearly a century later, the estate was acquired by the Fourcaud-Laussac family who owned it until 1998, when it was sold to Mr Bernard Arnault and Baron Albert Frère.
The vineyard is in a single block, and borders on the Pomerol appellation. An outstanding terror and unusual proportions of Cabernet Franc and Merlot give this great wine an absolutely unique flavor. Chateau Cheval Blanc has had a greater number of outstanding vintages than any other classified great growth over the past century.
Another unusual characteristic of Cheval Blanc is that once it reaches its peak, it maintains it for a very long time. This admirable wine is powerful, soft, rich, round and silky. It has tremendous fruit and elegance as well as exceptional quality from year to year.
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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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2013 | VIVINO 4.0
The 2013 Château Grand Corbin is a light-to-medium-bodied St. Emilion Grand Cru, noted for its elegance, savory character, and prominent Merlot-driven red fruit. It features delicate tannins, cherry and herb notes, and a fresh finish, requiring little aging to enjoy.
2014 | JS 90
Delicate and refined with terracota, berry and chocolate character. Medium body, fine tannins and a fresh finish.
2016 | WE 95
Powerful tannins and ripe fruits are the main characters here. With a solid, foursquare character, it is generous and opulent. Tannins and concentration are all there, resulting in a wine with serious aging potential.
2018 | WE 94
In each and every vintage, the wines of Château Corbin are the fruit of true luxury craftsmanship. Carefully tended vines, a meticulous selection of the grape bunches, and slow barrel ageing are prerequisites in the Corbin method to ensure longevity in its wines. Each vintage is a journey of its own, in which the senses travel to and fro between elegance and complexity.
2020 | JS 94
Blueberries and blackberries with smoke and tar undertones. Mushrooms. Full-bodied with layers of ripe tannins and a juicy and fruity finish. Plenty going on with real St.-Emilion character.
About Winery
Château Corbin, a Grand Cru Classé estate in Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, boasts a rich history dating back to the 15th century, with origins tied to the Black Prince's stronghold. The current estate, with its beautiful château, was acquired by the Cruse family in 1924. Today, it's managed by Anabelle Cruse-Bardinet, the fourth generation, who has dedicated herself to enhancing the estate's prestige and the quality of its wines.
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2014 | WE 97
The 2014 vintage shows great freshness and complexity, with a "muscular, youthful fruit" profile, offering a mix of blackberry, blackcurrant, and savory notes, balanced by firm, silky tannins.
2016 | WA 100
Notes of crème de cassis, blackberry, tobacco, exotic spices (sandalwood, incense), and graphite.
2018 | WA 98
A"backwards, tannic powerhouse" featuring intense crème de cassis, cedar, violets, and earthy notes.
2021 | WE 96
The wine offers aromas of blackcurrant, dark berries, pencil shavings, cedar, and spices (menthol, licorice).
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Chateau Cos d'Estournel is a Grand Cru vineyard located in St. Estephe. Its oriental facade is adorned with three pagoda turrets, all cast in a soft golden sandstone. Chateau Cos d'Estournel today covers 170 acres separated from Chateau Lafite, along the southern edge, by the stream between St. Estephe and Pauillac.
The gravelly soil, over a flint, limestone and silicate subsoil low in nitrogen, has eroded over centuries to form steep ridges which perfectly drain the vineyards. The vineyards are planted 60 percent in Cabernet Sauvignon vines, 2 percent of Cabernet Franc, and 38 percent in Merlot. Naturally, the percentage of Cabernet or Merlot in the composition of each vintage depends on the climate which favors one grape variety or the other.
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Chateau Cos d'Estournel is a Grand Cru vineyard located in St. Estephe. Its oriental facade is adorned with three pagoda turrets, all cast in a soft golden sandstone. Chateau Cos d'Estournel today covers 170 acres separated from Chateau Lafite, along the southern edge, by the stream between St. Estephe and Pauillac.
The gravelly soil, over a flint, limestone and silicate subsoil low in nitrogen, has eroded over centuries to form steep ridges which perfectly drain the vineyards. The vineyards are planted 60 percent in Cabernet Sauvignon vines, 2 percent of Cabernet Franc, and 38 percent in Merlot. Naturally, the percentage of Cabernet or Merlot in the composition of each vintage depends on the climate which favors one grape variety or the other.
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Located north of the Médoc, on the hill of Saint-Estèphe, the Château Cos d’Estournel appears majestically. Like a true Maharajah's palace, the château and its pagodas surprise and captivate the eye. In 1791, Louis-Gaspard d’Estournel inherited hectares of vines and established the estate. An adventurer and after traveling the world, his taste for exoticism and the Orient earned Château Cos d’Estournel its unique architecture in the Médoc. Owned by Michel Reybier since 2000, Château Cos d’Estournel continues to shine in the Saint-Estèphe appellation and joins the ranks of the world's greatest wines, distinguished by its unique style where the quest for beauty and excellence is a constant pursuit.
