PRE-ORDER About Winery 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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PRE-ORDER About Winery The Estate was founded in the late 17th Century. This period was known as the Grand Siecle, or "great century", in reference to Louis XIV's 1661 accession to the French throne. In 1689 Pierre Desmezures de Rauzan, an influential wine merchant and steward of the prestigious Latour and and Margaux estates, bought plots of vines close to the Latour estate to create Enclos Rauzan. These vines were part of his daughter Therese's dowry when she married Baron Jacques Pichon de Longueville in 1694, the year in which the Pichon Baron estate was founded. An illustrious estate, with an enduring reputation, was born. It remained in the same family for generations. In 1850 the property was divided in two. Baron Raoul Pichon de Longueville's section became the Pichon Baron estate. The second section, belonging to his three sisters, became Pichon Comtesse. Baron Raoul was proud of his prestigious property, and in 1851 he commissioned the imposing chateau inspired by Renaissance architecture that we know today. This uniquely charming and romantic chateau, with its two emblematic turrets, has stood proudly at the vineyard's heart ever since. During the Universal Exhibition of 1855, the wine was classed as a Second Grand Cru Classe according to the ranking system requested by Emperor Napoleon III, who wished to showcase Bordeaux's great wines. In 1933, the Pichon de Longueville family sold the property to the Bouteiller family, who managed the chateau for over 50 years.  In 1987 the estate was bought by AXA Millesimes, whose aim is to enable great wines from the vineyards with a glorious past to achieve their full potential. An architectural competition was launched in collaboration with the Paris Pompidou Centre to provide the estate with new operational buildings. The comprehensive reconstruction of the fermenting room and cellar, and renovation of the chateau, began in 1988. Since then, the 19th century chateau's image has been

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PRE-ORDER About Winery 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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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 About Winery Château Palmer was established in the first half of the nineteenth century by the English general, Charles Palmer. In 1814, on his way back from the Peninsular War where he had fought with Wellington against Napoleon, General Palmer acquired Château de Gascq and gave it his own name.In 1938, the Sichel family joined forces with a group of wine merchant friends to purchase the property. Today, the vines of Château Palmer (AOC Margaux) cover a surface of 52 hectares of croupes (knolls) of Garonne gravel and are made up of 47% Cabernet Sauvignon, 47% Merlot and 6% Petit Verdot. This combination of soil and grape varieties has been the greatest asset of Château Palmer (3ème Cru Classé) from its earliest beginnings. At Château Palmer, tradition and evolving techniques have always gone hand in hand, and always with respect for the typical characteristics of this outstanding terroir. Highly reputed worldwide, the wines of Château Palmer rank among the most prestigious of Bordeaux and are coveted by keen wine enthusiasts the world over.

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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 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 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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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château Troplong Mondot, located in Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, boasts a rich history dating back to the 17th century. Initially part of the estate of Abbe Raymond de Seze, the iconic château was built in 1745. The estate was later named after Raymond Troplong, who expanded the vineyards to their current size in the mid-1800s. The property has seen various owners, including Georges Thienpont and Alexandre Valette, before becoming family-owned in 1936. In 2017, the estate was acquired by SCOR insurance company. 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château Quintus, a Saint-Émilion estate, was established in 2011 when Domaine Clarence Dillon, owners of Château Haut-Brion, purchased the original vineyard and then acquired neighboring properties, including Château Tertre Daugay and Château L'Arrosée. The name "Quintus" is a nod to the Gallo-Roman tradition of naming a fifth child and also references its position as the fifth property in the Clarence Dillon portfolio. The estate is known for its diverse terroir, including both plateau and hillside vineyards, and its winemaking team is led by Jean-Philippe Delmas, who also oversees Haut-Brion. 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château Valandraud, a prominent Saint-Émilion estate, was established in 1989 by Jean-Luc Thunevin and Murielle Andraud. They started with a small 0.6-hectare plot and gradually expanded their holdings. Their first commercial vintage was released in 1991, marking the beginning of their journey to recognition as a leading Saint-Émilion producer. Valandraud's rise is closely associated with the "garagiste" movement, which emphasizes high-quality wines from small, often unconventional, vineyards. 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château Trotte Vieille, a Premier Grand Cru Classé B in Saint-Émilion, boasts a rich history dating back to at least the 15th century. The estate is known for its exceptional ageability and is considered one of the oldest in Saint-Émilion, with records of winemaking on the property going back to 1453. A legend surrounding the name involves an elderly woman known for her frequent trips to the local stagecoach stop, earning her the nickname "Trotte Vieille" (old trot). 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château Quintus, a Saint-Émilion estate, was established in 2011 when Domaine Clarence Dillon, owners of Château Haut-Brion, purchased the original vineyard and then acquired neighboring properties, including Château Tertre Daugay and Château L'Arrosée. The name "Quintus" is a nod to the Gallo-Roman tradition of naming a fifth child and also references its position as the fifth property in the Clarence Dillon portfolio. The estate is known for its diverse terroir, including both plateau and hillside vineyards, and its winemaking team is led by Jean-Philippe Delmas, who also oversees Haut-Brion. 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château Quinault l'Enclos has a history dating back to the 17th century, with its name referencing the poet Philippe Quinault. The estate, situated in Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, is known for its gravelly, well-draining vineyards and is owned by the family behind Château Cheval Blanc. Significant investments have been made in both the vineyards and winemaking facilities since its acquisition in 2008, leading to a notable improvement in wine quality. 

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PRE-ORDER 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 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 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 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 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 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 Grand Corbin, located in Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, has a rich history dating back to the 19th century, with documented ties to the land even earlier. Initially, the estate was part of the Corbin seigneurie and later expanded in 1852. In 2012, Château Haut Corbin was merged into Château Grand Corbin, creating a larger estate. The Despagne family has been associated with the land since at least the 16th century, with Louis Despagne acquiring initial plots in 1812. The estate was recognized as a Grand Cru Classé during the 2006 Saint-Émilion classification. 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château Grand Corbin, located in Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, has a rich history dating back to the 19th century, with documented ties to the land even earlier. Initially, the estate was part of the Corbin seigneurie and later expanded in 1852. In 2012, Château Haut Corbin was merged into Château Grand Corbin, creating a larger estate. The Despagne family has been associated with the land since at least the 16th century, with Louis Despagne acquiring initial plots in 1812. The estate was recognized as a Grand Cru Classé during the 2006 Saint-Émilion classification. 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château Grand Corbin, located in Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, has a rich history dating back to the 19th century, with documented ties to the land even earlier. Initially, the estate was part of the Corbin seigneurie and later expanded in 1852. In 2012, Château Haut Corbin was merged into Château Grand Corbin, creating a larger estate. The Despagne family has been associated with the land since at least the 16th century, with Louis Despagne acquiring initial plots in 1812. The estate was recognized as a Grand Cru Classé during the 2006 Saint-Émilion classification. 

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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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