PRE-ORDER 2013 | VIVINO 4.0 The 2013 Château Côte de Baleau is a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé that defied a difficult, wet vintage through strict selection. It features a blend dominated by Merlot (approx. 88-95%) and Cabernet Franc, resulting in a fresh, bright wine with red cherry, plum, and earthy notes, featuring a soft, velvety texture. 2018 | JS 93 A deep color with blackcurrant, blackberry and raspberry tones. Spicy, slightly toasted notes. After a round, tender entry on the palate, great freshness comes through with silky, flavorsome tannins, giving superb length of flavor and a lingering finish. 2021 | WE 93 Owned by the Cuvelier family, owners of Premier Grand Cru Classé Clos Fourtet, this estate of 44 acres has produced an elegant wine. A fine line of fresh acidity cuts through perfumed black fruits and still-firm tannins. The wine should be ready in 2027. About Winery Château Côte de Baleau, a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé property, has a rich history rooted in the Reiffers family, who were granted the estate in the 17th century by King Louis XIV. The estate, known for its elegant 19th-century chateau, was later managed by Sophie Fourcade, who significantly improved wine quality. In 2013, the property was acquired by the Cuvelier family, owners of Château Poujeaux and Clos Fourtet. 

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PRE-ORDER 2016 | WE 92 Unusually for the appellation, this Sauvignon Blanc-dominated wine holds a touch of Sauvignon Gris. That gives a charming, perfumed character to the crisp acidity and citrus flavors. The wine is developing quickly and easily, so drink from 2021. 2021 | JD 95 The 2021 Château Couhins Blanc is a highly acclaimed, organic, and energetic Pessac-Léognan white, featuring intense aromas of citrus (grapefruit, orange), white peach, and pineapple, supported by a distinctive mineral, saline acidity. 2023 | JS 90-95 The 2023 Château Couhins Blanc is a highly regarded Pessac-Léognan white wine, typically a blend dominated by Sauvignon Blanc with some Sauvignon Gris. Known for its freshness, minerality, and vibrant acidity, this classified growth features delicate notes of white flowers, pear, and lemon, suited for near-term enjoyment or aging, often compared in style to top-tier Bordeaux blancs. About Winery Château Couhins, a renowned estate in Pessac-Léognan, boasts a history that stretches back to the 17th century. Initially known as "Bourdieu de la Gravette," it was owned by the Banchereau family, notable Bordeaux lawyers. The estate evolved, with the Hanappier family acquiring it in 1883 and undertaking significant renovations. Later, it became part of the Gasqueton family's holdings, owners of Château Calon-Ségur. In 1967, André Lurton leased the estate and later purchased a portion of the vineyard from the INRA (French National Institute of Agricultural Research), establishing Château Couhins-Lurton. Today, Château Couhins-Lurton is known for its exceptional white wines, with a focus on Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon, and is recognized as a Cru Classé de Graves. 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château Couhins, a renowned estate in Pessac-Léognan, boasts a history that stretches back to the 17th century. Initially known as "Bourdieu de la Gravette," it was owned by the Banchereau family, notable Bordeaux lawyers. The estate evolved, with the Hanappier family acquiring it in 1883 and undertaking significant renovations. Later, it became part of the Gasqueton family's holdings, owners of Château Calon-Ségur. In 1967, André Lurton leased the estate and later purchased a portion of the vineyard from the INRA (French National Institute of Agricultural Research), establishing Château Couhins-Lurton. Today, Château Couhins-Lurton is known for its exceptional white wines, with a focus on Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon, and is recognized as a Cru Classé de Graves. 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery 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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PRE-ORDER About Winery 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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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château d’Issan is in the heart of the Margaux appellation, a truly privileged location, which explains the outstanding quality of its wines. The mild weather, regulated by being close to the sea and the Gironde Estuary, provides ideal conditions for vine growth. The vines at Château d’Issan benefit from close, on-going care designed to produce perfectly ripe grapes. Everything is organized so that each individual plot can be tended independently in order to get the very best out of its fruit. Château d’Issan is a Third Growth of the 1855 Imperial Classification. The wine is made from the old vines in the Château d’Issan enclosure in the middle of the Margaux appellation. The soil here is mainly made up of surface gravel on top of a clay subsoil, which contributes to optimal ripeness and freshness in our two grape varieties, Cabernet Sauvignon 65% and Merlot 35%. Château d’Issan expresses the exquisite bouquet so characteristic of Margaux, and stands out with its suppleness, subtlety, elegance and long keeping potential that come from its unique terroir.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château d’Yquem, located in Sauternes in Bordeaux’s Graves region, has a history stretching back to the Middle Ages, when the site was first fortified in the 12th century. By the 16th and 17th centuries, the estate had developed into a wine-producing property, eventually gaining renown for its sweet wines made from Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc affected by noble rot (Botrytis cinerea). Its reputation was cemented in 1855 when it was uniquely classified as Premier Cru Supérieur in the Bordeaux Wine Official Classification, the only Sauternes to receive this distinction. Over centuries, ownership passed through noble families and later to the LVMH group, but the estate has consistently produced wines celebrated for their extraordinary longevity, complexity, and prestige, making Château d’Yquem one of the most iconic names in the world of fine wine.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery An emblematic figure in the Rhône Valley who was at the helm of the Perrin family estates until 1978 and the iconic Château de Beaucastel, Jacques Perrin has established himself as a free-spirited and visionary figure in the wine world. A pioneer, he initiated organic farming in the 1960s and biodynamic farming in 1974. He also decided to bring back the cultivation of Mourvèdre, the emblematic Rhône Valley grape variety. With a unique style and an extraordinary signature taste, the Hommage à Jacques Perrin wine conveys the perfect balance between terroir and grape variety, an expression that is highly sought-after by Jacques Perrin, and is the very epitome of a Grand Vin.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery 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

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château de Camensac is a prestigious Grand Cru Classé estate in the Haut-Médoc region of Bordeaux, France, specifically classified as a Cinquième Cru (Fifth Growth) in the 1855 classification. It's known for its historic château building and commitment to producing high-quality wines using traditional methods. The vineyards, situated on well-drained gravelly slopes, are primarily planted with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château de Charodon, located just outside Beaune in Burgundy, has deep viticultural roots but an unusual trajectory. The estate ceased wine production between 1884 and 2010, despite its long family lineage and prime vineyard land. Its revival came in 2010, led by Louis Vallet, a descendant of the original family, who brought both Burgundian tradition and international winemaking experience to the project. Working alongside his brother Thibault and father Bernard (co-owner of Pierre Bourrée in Gevrey-Chambertin), Louis established Charodon as a dynamic new domaine. He began with just 1,200 bottles in 2010, expanding production more than tenfold by 2021. Farming is organic, winemaking is minimalist with indigenous yeast fermentations, and fruit is sourced through long-term contracts and select purchases. Today, Château de Charodon represents both a rebirth of historic land and a modern, energetic vision for Burgundy winemaking.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château de Fargues is a historic and prestigious wine estate located in the Sauternes appellation of Bordeaux, France, renowned for its luxurious sweet white wines. Founded in 1306 by Raymond Guilheim de Fargues.In 1472, the estate was acquired by the Lur Saluces family, who have maintained ownership ever since—over 500 years of continuous family stewardship. The Lur Saluces family is also famously associated with Château d’Yquem, the only Premier Cru Supérieur in the 1855 Sauternes classification.Although the estate has existed for centuries, it only began producing sweet Sauternes wine in 1943, with the first vintage released in 1947 due to World War II.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château de Ferrand's story begins in 1702 with Elie de Betoulaud, a lawyer, courtier, and philanthropist, who built the estate in the Saint-Émilion region of Bordeaux. Inspired by Louis XIV and Versailles, Betoulaud's chateau reflected the elegance and grandeur of the Sun King's palace. Ferrand remained in the family for centuries, with Baron Bich and later his daughter Pauline Bich Chandon-Moët inheriting and developing the estate. Today, the chateau is a testament to its historical charm and modern winemaking, boasting organic certification and a unique blend of historical preservation and innovative practices. 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château de Fieuzal, located in the Graves region of Bordeaux, has a history spanning over four centuries, with its wines achieving recognition and prestige over time. The estate's history includes ownership by various families, notably the Fieuzal family, after whom it is named, and later by the Ricard and Griffon families. A significant moment in its history was the legendary 1893 vintage, which gained fame after being served at Pope Leo XIII's table. In 2001, the estate was acquired by Lochlann Quinn, who invested in modernizing the winery and revitalizing the vineyards. 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery The elegance and aromatic richness of a fine Sauternes wine. A very old property in the Bordeaux region, Château de Malle boasts a rich winegrowing heritage and cultivated vines as early as the 15th century. The vineyard Château de Malle reigns over a 22-hectare vineyard located in the communes of Fargues and Preignac. This clay and gravel terroir produces fine Sauternes wines.

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PRE-ORDER 2016 | WA 94 The bouquet of this wine expresses notes of blackcurrant, cherry and liquorice as well as a hint of minerals. Rich and complex, this wine maintains the balance between density and harmony, power and refinement, race and the precision of its tannins. 2017 | WE 94 The bouquet of this wine expresses notes of blackcurrant, cherry and liquorice as well as a hint of minerals. Rich and complex, this wine maintains the balance between density and harmony, power and refinement, race and the precision of its tannins. 2018 | WE 94 Very expressive nose of morello cherry and brown tobacco, with sweet notes of licorice candy and peony. A complex palate, expressing violet and fresh blackcurrant, finishing with hints of thyme and a touch of bitter orange zest that gives the finish a gourmet taste. It is a sensual and charming, yet restrained Saint-Estephe. Silky, smooth tannins give this Pez 2018 a precise and refined length. About Winery Château de Pez, established in the 15th century, is one of the oldest estates in Saint-Estèphe, Bordeaux. Initially founded by Jean de Briscos, it later became associated with the Pontac family, who also owned Château Haut-Brion. The estate experienced a change of ownership after the French Revolution when it was sold as national property. Ultimately, it was acquired by Champagne Louis Roederer in 1995. 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château de Pommard, located in Burgundy’s Côte de Beaune, was established in 1726 by Vivant Micault, secretary to King Louis XV. The estate is renowned for its two châteaux, extensive gardens, and the Clos Marey-Monge, a 20-hectare walled vineyard that is one of the largest monopoles in Burgundy. Winemaking in Pommard itself dates back much earlier, with Benedictine monks planting Pinot Noir in the Middle Ages, helping the village become one of the first in Burgundy to gain fame for fine Pinot Noir. Over centuries, Château de Pommard grew into a symbol of Burgundian heritage, producing wines exclusively from Clos Marey-Monge as well as Grand Cru and Premier Cru appellations across the Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune. In 2014, the estate was purchased by entrepreneur Michael Baum, who modernized operations and introduced biodynamic viticulture, with full conversion by the 2019 vintage. Today, Château de Pommard blends centuries of tradition with sustainable innovation, producing wines that showcase the purity and complexity of Burgundy terroir.

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PRE-ORDER 2014 | WE 91 Red berries, tobacco, mineral, and silky tannins. 2015 | WE 93 Concentration, spice and smokiness are part of a harmonious, balanced wine... with a good future 2016 | WE 93 Ripe black fruits (cherries, blackberries, blueberries) combined with subtle savory notes of smoke, violet, and graphite. 2018 | JS 92 Supple, elegant, and savory with ripe, polished tannins. Features plum, dark tea, anise, and cedar notes. 2019 | JS 93 Suave, aromatic, and charming, featuring black fruit, plum, licorice, and earth, with high-quality Merlot providing a supple texture. 2020 | JS 94 Deep garnet-purple with notes of black plum, blueberry, licorice, and violet. The palate is full-bodied and fleshy with silky, well-integrated tannins and refreshing acidity. 2021 | WE 91   About Winery Built in the 17th century, Chateau de Sales is largest estate in the Pomerol appellation on the Right Bank. The chateau possesses exceptional beauty and elegance, and the same is true for its wines as they are the true expression of the Pomerol terroir from which they originate. Located in the northwest corner of Pomerol, it is the only true chateau building in the appellation and has been owned by the same family for more than five hundred years. Chateau de Sales wines are the expression of their terroir: fruit-driven, round and full-bodied, with good structure on the palate, smoothness, refinement and elegance. Located 22 miles east of Bordeaux, the vineyard of Chateau de Sales is situated in the northwestern part of the Pomerol appellation. The chateau's vineyard has a surface area of over 200 acres, of which 118 acres are planted — the largest in Pomerol. The soils of Chateau de Sales are comprised of fine gravel and sand, with clay in some areas and an omnipresence of iron oxide, known as "crasse de fer." The vines are an average of more than 30 years old. The grape varieties planted here are typical of this appellation: 73% merlot, 15% cabernet sauvignon and 12% cabernet franc. The vines are cultivated in the traditional way: the soil is regularly ploughed, vineyard practices are environmentally sound, leaves are removed with clusters thinned at regular intervals, and the grapes are harvested by hand at optimum maturity for each parcel.

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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 2015 | JS 93 The 2015 vintage is characterized by a blend of 73% Cabernet Sauvignon and 27% Merlot, aged in 50% new oak. Reviews highlight a "deep garnet-purple color" and a "refined" palate with "fine extract sweetness" and well-integrated tannins 2016 | JS 95 Refined, classic Pauillac style with savory, dark fruit, and strong but polished tannins. 2021 | WE 95 Rich, with blackberry, cedar, and mineral, this vintage is considered a success for its "fresh juiciness" and silky texture. About Winery Château Duhart-Milon is a prestigious Bordeaux wine estate located in the Pauillac appellation of the Médoc region, on the Left Bank of the Gironde estuary. The estate is named after “Sieur Duhart,” a privateer under Louis XV who retired in Pauillac. His house inspired the château’s wine label.In the 18th century, the land was used to produce wine for Château Lafite Rothschild, serving as its second wine. The Castéja family acquired the land in the 1830s and officially established the Château Duhart-Milon vineyard, which was classified as a Fourth Growth (Quatrième Cru Classé) in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification—the only one in Pauillac with that rank.

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PRE-ORDER 2015 | WE 94 Rich red and black fruits, chocolate, tobacco, and forest floor, featuring a "fleshy and tight" texture 2016 | JS 96 Beautiful aromas of flowers and berries, intermingled in fresh and brambly mode with a cedary edge. This is very fresh. The tannins carve an exceptionally deep, long line through the dark berries and cassis and deliver a very powerful, unwavering finish. This is in great form. Very powerful and focused. 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.    About Winery 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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PRE-ORDER 2009 | JS 97 Even in this super-ripe vintage Figeac retains its usual red bell pepper aroma (from the cabernet sauvignon grape) and that adds a light touch to the opulent fruit cake and spice character. The full fine tannins beautifully support the rich palate and make the finish very long and plush.  2010 | JS 98 Intense aromas of wet earth, leaves, sweet berries and cinnamon follow through to a full body, velvety and dense tannins and a long and flavorful finish. Opulent style. Just opening now, but this shows lots of stuffing, even if it does tighten down on the palate. Integrated and fine. Drink or hold. 2016 | V 100 The stunning 24-carat bouquet rivets you to the spot with brilliant delineation and mineral-rich red fruit that articulates its terroir as well as any Right Bank you will find. The palate is medium-bodied with svelte tannin, perfect acidity, wonderfully integrated new oak and enormous depth toward the fresh, pencil-box- and cedar-infused finish. This is a classic Figeac, up there with the 1947 and 1949, both recently re-tasted and testifying to a wine that genuinely belongs among the elite Saint-Émilions. Faye believes it is the best Figeac he has ever made 2018 | WE 100 With its rich swathe of Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine has density and immense structure balanced by stunning black fruits that give impressive promise. This powerful wine is probably the greatest ever produced from this estate.  2019 | WE 98 This is another magnificent vintage from this estate. It has density, elevated tannins and the purest black currant fruits. The Cabernet Sauvignon that always gives structure to the wine from this estate is there in abundance. The tannins are rich and dry, a combination that will ensure long-term aging. 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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2005 | WE 93 | Preorder "Deep crimson, Cabernet-driven (2/3 of blend), aromas of peony, graphite, infused fruit. Blackcurrant fruit, vibrant acidity, long mineral finish. Now fully mature, elegant, and" 2021 | D 97 "Blend: 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Cabernet Franc, 29% Merlot. Deep, precise, complex. Notes of cassis, graphite, floral tones. Structured yet polished, with long-term aging potential." 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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2022 | VIVINO 4.1 The 2022 Château Fombrauge Saint-Émilion Grand Cru is a deep ruby-purple Bordeaux blend dominated by Merlot with Cabernet Franc, showing expressive aromas of blackberry, plum, and blackcurrant layered with earthy graphite and herbal nuances; on the palate it delivers ripe red and black fruits, hints of strawberry and spice, balanced by firm tannins and medium acidity, resulting in a structured yet elegant wine that combines richness with freshness, making it suitable for both near-term enjoyment and cellaring, and pairing beautifully with grilled lamb, beef, mushroom risotto, or aged cheeses.   About Winery 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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