PRE-ORDER 2013 | WE 95 An aromatic, delicate, and supple wine for the estate, showing black fruit, mineral notes, and spices. 2015 | JS 98 The wine is described as powerful, complex, and refined, exhibiting a blend of black cherry, blackcurrant, and savory spice. 2016 | WE 100 Deep, dark, and complex, with exceptionally pure fruit and a dense, yet elegant structure. 2017 | WA 96 Elegant and refined with a "slimmer" profile compared to the 2016 or 2018 vintages. Features notes of black currants, black raspberries, plum, violet, espresso, and graphite. 2020 | JS 98 The wine has a deep color with purple reflections and an expressive, airy nose of blackcurrant, peonies, and licorice, while the palate is generous, full, and creamy, with acidity and tannins blending seamlessly to create an upright character, finishing long with lingering notes of smoke, black fruit, and mint. 2021 | WE 97 Medium-bodied, focusing on purity of fruit, fine-grained tannins, and a fresh, mineral-driven finish.   About Winery Chateau Pontet Canet Pauillac 5th Grand Cru Classé, has enjoyed an irresistible rise to become one of the Médoc's most emblematic names. Managed by Justine and Alfred Tesseron, Château Pontet-Canet has established itself as one of the pioneers of biodynamic viticulture in the Pauillac appellation, with results that exceed all expectations. Vintage after vintage, the estate has established itself as one of the finest references on Bordeaux's Left Bank.

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PRE-ORDER 2009 | JS 97 Blackberry, cassis, violet, pencil lead, and smoky new wood. Ripe and hedonistic, balancing muscular structure with the "softest, juiciest fruit". 2010 | D 100 Powerful, concentrated, and tannic, yet polished and silky. It combines intense fruit (cassis, blackberry) with savory, earthy notes (cedar, tobacco). 2015 | JS 97 Described as "supremely elegant" and "seductive," featuring polished tannins, fine-grained structure, and remarkable purity. 2016 | JD 100 Powerful yet elegant and structured, characterized by silky tannins, high concentration, and remarkable freshness. 2018 | WE 98 Described as a "monster of a wine" with exceptional depth, balancing powerful tannins with elegance. 2019 | D 98 Intense blackcurrant, damson plum, liquorice, and cedar, with highly polished, silky tannins. 2020 | V 99 Opulent yet structured with "silky" tannins, a deep purple color, and notes of cassis, cedar, and savory tobacco. 2021 | V 98 It is described as a "towering" and "dazzling" wine, noted for its high Cabernet Sauvignon content, fine-grained tannins, and a long, mineral finish.   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 2011 | V 93 Savoury black fruits, crème de cassis, mocha, cedar, and graphite. 2016 | JS 99 Deep garnet-purple in color, offering blackcurrant, mocha, graphite, and truffle notes.  2017 | JD 96 The 2017 vintage is considered more accessible and charm-filled than the 2016, but still possesses the structural "grip" and concentration typical of the estate. 2019 | D 100 Rich, powerful black fruits, cassis, blackberries, blueberries, stone, graphite, and violet. 2020 | D 98 Powerful, structured, and pure, with velvet tannins and long aging potential. 2021 | WA 96 Notes of blackcurrant, cassis, violet, pencil shavings, and cigar wrapper with refined, structured tannins.   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 reflected in an ornamental pool stretching majestically before it.. And since 2008, its silvery expanse conceals an underground cellar, reminiscent of Jules Verne's Nautilus, with view of both the water and sky. The barrel cellar complements a production process in which excellence is paramount, in the finest tradition of great Pauillac wines.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château Pédesclaux, located in Pauillac, Bordeaux, was established in 1810 by wine broker Pierre Urbain Pédesclaux. It quickly gained recognition, earning a Fifth Growth classification in the 1855 Medoc classification. The estate has seen several owners, including the Lorenzetti family since 2009, who have invested in significant renovations, including a state-of-the-art winery. 

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PRE-ORDER 1995 | JS 95 Its deep color, intense cassis aroma, and complex notes of cedar, tobacco, and truffle. It is considered a powerful, structured wine with robust tannins that has matured into a very refined, long-lived expression 1998 | WA 97 The 1998 Château Mouton Rothschild is a highly regarded, classic Pauillac that has developed into a complex, elegant wine, often considered one of the best of its vintage.  2000 | WA 97 Opulent style, featuring dark fruits, blackcurrant, and graphite, with powerful, velvety tannins and remarkable aging potential 2001 | WS 94 Very smoky, with berry, coffee and tobacco aromas. Full-bodied, with polished velvety tannins. Solid and very, very fine 2002 | WA 91 Tasted blind as a vintage comparison at the Valandraud vertical, the 2002 Mouton-Rothschild is a wine that burned brightly in its youth, though recent encounters suggest that maybe it is beginning to flag as it enters what you might call middle age. 2003 | WA 95 The wine is dominated by the hot, dry summer of 2003, showing immense ripeness and a "modern" style, sometimes described as a blend of the 1982 and 1986 styles. 2004 | WS 95 Cassis, cedar, and graphite notes, featuring a medium-bodied, savory structure with well-resolved tannins, currently in its prime drinking window. 2005 | JD 100 It is characterized by intense concentration, powerful tannins, and complex notes of cassis, cedar, and graphite. Now entering its prime, this wine is expected to mature beautifully through 2050+.  2006 | WA 98 Known for its power, depth, and 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, it is widely considered a top performer of the vintage, featuring notes of blackcurrant, cedar, and graphite. 2007 |  WE 95 Medium-bodied, savory, and aromatic with firm tannins, notes of pencil shavings, dark fruits, and a, sometimes, slightly astringent finish. 2008 |  WE 96 Full-bodied, structured, and "sexy" with floral notes, dark chocolate, and a long, fresh finish. 2009 | JD 100 The wine is described as powerful and decadent, featuring, blackcurrant, dark chocolate, and spicy oak notes, with massive, velvety tannins. 2010 | JD 100 This Pauillac first growth displays deep color and complex aromas of blackberry, cassis, cedar, cigar box, and lead pencil. It is characterized by high, ripe tannins, incredible density, and a fresh mineral finish.  2011 | JS 96 A structured, medium-bodied wine with notable acidity, cassis, and graphite notes, often considered a "lighter" but refined 2012 | WE 97 This is a beautifully opulent wine, great Mouton in its richness and succulent fruits. It’s combines structure and obvious new-wood aging with hugely ripe black plum and currant flavors. While it is a pleasure to taste now, there is a great tannic structure in the background to give the sense of power and aging potential. 2014 | JS 99 This wine is a cellaring selection, often praised for its precision and balance rather than being a massive "blockbuster" style, offering great depth and a long finish.  2015 | JS 99 The 2015 vintage displays intense blackcurrant, fig, blackberry, and graphite notes, with a velvety texture and a long, complex finish. It is often described as having incredible symmetry, balancing power with elegance.  2016 | JD 100 Deep purple-hued with notes of cassis, blueberry, violet, and tobacco. 2017 | JS 98 Rich, intense tannins, and fresh, vibrant fruit. Aromas include creme de cassis, violet, and coffee. 2018 | JS 100 Intense notes of blackcurrants, cedarwood, cassis, tobacco, and cocoa, with silky, well-rounded tannins. 2019 | JS 99 This is incredibly complex, with all the cabernet descriptors, from mint and lead pencil to blackberry, blackcurrant and menthol. It changes all the time in the glass, just as in the nose. Yet, it remains cool and classy. 2020 | WE 99 Described as having a "taut and fresh" bouquet with black fruit, cedar, and graphite, offering a more classical and elegant style compared to the 2018 or 2019 vintages. 2021 | D 96 The 2021 vintage brought a return to a more classic, lower-alcohol, high-acid style of Bordeaux compared to recent hot years. It features,, intense, deep ruby color, with aromatic, fresh red and black fruits, and a strong, elegant structure. About Winery Chateau Mouton Rothschild, a Premier Cru Classé from the Bordeaux region and one of the world's greatest wines, is owned by Baroness Philippine de Rothschild. The estate includes 205 acres of vines at Pauillac planted with Cabernet Sauvignon (77%), Merlot (11%), Cabernet Franc (10%) and Petit Verdot (2%). In 1853, Baron Nathaniel de Rothschild bought Chateau Brane-Mouton. In 1922, his great-grandson Baron Philippe de Rothschild (1902-1988) decided to take the future of the estate into his own hands. His 65 years at Mouton bear witness to the strength of his personality, his spirit of enterprise and his sense of innovation. In 1922, he was the first to introduce chateau bottling. In 1926, he built the famous Grand Chai, the majestic 100-meter first year cellar, which has become a major attraction for visitors to Mouton. 1945 marked the start of a fascinating collection of works of art, created every year for the Mouton label by famous painters. In 1973, after a twenty-year battle, Baron Philippe obtained a revision of the 1855 classification and Mouton was officially recognized as a First Growth. In 1988, Baroness Philippine de Rothschild succeeded her father Baron Philippe. She has become the guarantor of the quality of an illustrious wine whose motto proudly proclaims, "First I am, second I was, I Mouton do not change."

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PRE-ORDER 2018 | V 90-93 Savory and classic, often cited as a top value buy compared to more expensive classified growths. 2020 | JS 93 Deep color, aromatic, with black fruits, spices, and refined tannins. 2021 | V 90 Supple, fresh, and slightly vegetal with good, fine-grained tannins. Generally features Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. About Winery Château Sénéjac, located in the Haut-Médoc region of Bordeaux, France, has a history dating back to the 16th century. While the property has been around for centuries, the vineyards were not established until the 18th century. The estate was owned by the de Guigné family from 1860 until 1999, when it was acquired by Lorraine Cordier, also owner of Château Talbot. Under Cordier's ownership, the vineyards were modernized and the estate produced high-end wines, including the Château Sénéjac Karolus. Today, Sénéjac is managed by the Cordier family. 

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PRE-ORDER 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.    About Winery 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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PRE-ORDER 1982 | VIVINO 4.2 The 1982 vintage experienced severe frost, causing a high percentage of second-crop grapes to be used, leading to an atypical, greener style for this normally elegant Graves. 2014 | V 96 The 2014 was generally a cool summer followed by a warm, dry September, allowing the grapes to ripen perfectly, resulting in a refined style rather than a massive, opulent one. 2016 | D 97 The 2016 shows remarkable "tension and purity," being more structured than the 2015 but with exceptional elegance and, as noted on Millesima.com, "softness and precision. 2018 | V 97 A medium/long finish with a "velvety" tannin structure, blending ripe red and black fruits with a savory, mineral edge. 2019 | V 97 Class-driven, elegant, and structured rather than a massive blockbuster. It has "pure, ripe black and red fruits," polished tannins, and a long, earthy finish. 2020 | JS 97 Red, savory, and classic (Cabernet Sauvignon dominant).   About Winery Domaine de Chevalier is a Bordeaux wine from the Pessac-Léognan appellation, ranked among the Crus Classés for red and white wine in the Classification of Graves wine of 1953 and 1959. The winery and vineyards are located south of the city of Bordeaux, in the commune of Léognan. It is one of a very few Bordeaux estates to be named domaine instead of château. The estate dates from the 18th century, and viticulture of significance was begun during the 19th century when it was run by Arnaud Ricard, also the proprietor of Château Malartic-Lagravière; from 1900 to 1945 it was owned by Gabriel Beaumartin, a son-in-law.[3] Severe frosts in 1945 made partial replanting necessary, and normal production was not resumed until 1953. Managed by Claude Ricard since 1948, the Ricard family was forced to sell the estate in 1983 to the Bernard family of Cognac, though Claude Ricard stayed on as advisor for several years.

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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 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 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 2000 | JS 100 The nose is fresh, bright, and dense. With aromas of violets, minerals, spices, cool stones, mint, dark fruits, and plum skins, this is beautiful. Very much still a baby right now, it needs much more time. This is a wine for the next generation. Finesse and elegance, truly a wine that makes you contemplate life.  2002 | WS 95 Cedar, black currant, tobacco, lead pencil shavings, and earthy notes. 2003 | WA 100 Full-bodied with very firm tannins that have softened with age but ensure longevity. 2005 | JS 100 It is built for long-term aging, with experts advising it still requires time to reach its full potential, despite entering its drinking window. 2007 | WE 94 Savory, classic, and elegant. It is noted for being less powerful than typical Lafite vintages but very sophisticated. 2008 | WA 96 Critics describe it as refined, focused, and intense, with "textbook" Lafite cedar and lead pencil notes, alongside savory black fruits. 2011 | WE 96 Known for a delicate yet structured style with fresh acidity and subtle cedar, graphite, and spice notes. 2012 | WE 97 Medium-bodied, soft, and spicy with notes of blackcurrant and graphite. 2014 | JS 98 The 2014 vintage is characterized by a "tight and dense" structure with "solid, compact balance," notes Wine.com. It is often described as having a floral nose with strong graphite, violet, and dark fruit flavors, making it a very polished and elegant, rather than overly powerful, wine.  2015 | JS 99 Rich, powerful, and textured with a strong graphite backbone. 2016 | JS 100 Full-bodied, dense, and structured, with intense tannins that are perfectly ripe and polished. 2017 | JS 98 Elegant, medium-bodied, and highly aromatic with savory accents, vibrant red/black fruits, and a long, perfumed finish. 2018 | WA 100 Deep purple-black in color, it needs a fair bit of swirling to unlock intoxicating scents of blackcurrant cordial, baked plums and black cherry compote with an undercurrent of dark chocolate, licorice, cast-iron pan, cedar chest and fertile loam, plus a waft of pencil lead. 2019 | WA 100 The 2019 vintage is described as having a "sensual bouquet" with aromas of dark fruit, pencil box, sous-bois (underbrush), and white pepper. It is characterized by a "femme fatale" texture—power disguised by silky, polished tannins.  2020 | WE 100 Dense and structured yet incredibly elegant, with notes of cigar box, cedar, and crushed stones. 2021 | JS 97 Savory, elegant, and "old-school" rather than powerful, Dark berries, cedar pencil, black truffle, violets, and graphite.   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 The wines here have delighted many well-know figures, most famously Thomas Jefferson who came across this wine during his visit to the vineyards of Bordeaux, placing an order for several cases of it. He thus became a fervent admirer or Rauzan-Segla wines. Some decades later, the 1855 Classification ranked Chateau Rauzan-Segla as a Second Growth. The current chateau was built in 1903, designed by architect Louis Garros, who drew inspiriation from the original Perigord-style buildings in the the chateau, as well as G. LeBreton who designed the park and green spaces. Then time went by and the chateau gradually fell into a slumber. Then, CHANEL purchased Chateau Rauzan-Ségla in April 1994 and immediately started a full renovation programme. The vineyard has been drained – a 15-kilometer network is now in place, 2 parcels of Petit Verdot were planted and 3 hectares of vines were grafted over with Merlot. Today, 51 hectares are in production for an average total production of 200 000 bottles – Chateau Rauzan- Ségla and its second wine Ségla. The winery has been adapted and large vats progressively replaced by smaller capacities – matching the parcels' sizes. From the 2004 picking on, grapes will be sorted on two 10-meter long vibrating tables, so that each single berry is checked before entering the vats. Maturation cellars have been completely renovated and a new room built for the bottling-labelling machines – making Chateau Rauzan-Ségla fully independent for the entire production process.

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PRE-ORDER 2012 | JS 96  Silky, aromatic, and refined, often showing high-toned black fruits  2014 | WE 97 The 2014 is known for its precision, featuring notes of blackberry, boysenberry, pencil box, and violet. It has a "dense and lush" feel with a long, powerful finish. 2015 | JS 100 Powerful and rich, yet elegant, featuring "sensational tannin tension". 2016 | JD 100 The wine features intense notes of cassis, graphite, spring flowers, and crushed rocks. It is known for a silky, rich texture that masks substantial, ripe tannins. 2017 | D 97 The 2017 vintage for Palmer was a significant year as it marked the introduction of large oak foudres for aging. Despite a frost-affected vintage in Bordeaux, Chateau Palmer produced a "superb" wine 2019 | JS 99 Intense, rich, and concentrated with aromas of blackcurrants, ripe black cherries, violets, and tobacco leaf. 2021 | V 96 Described as a return to "classical proportions," showing remarkable freshness, deep fruit, and ripe, velvety tannins.   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 Marquis d'Alesme Becker, a Margaux third growth, boasts a history dating back to 1585 when it was established by François d'Alesme, an advisor to King Henri III. The initial vineyards were planted in the early 1600s. The estate's name comes from the Marquis d'Alesme, one of the first aristocratic families to own the property. 

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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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PRE-ORDER About Winery Located on a beautiful 300 hectare estate, the 83 hectare Giscours vineyard is located in the famous Margaux appellation. Though the estate was first mentioned in a document dating back to 1330, it was not until 1847 that Count de Pescatore laid the cornerstone of the remarkable chateau that now overlooks the vines. Giscours' quality was confirmed by its inclusion as a Third Growth in the 1855 classification. The estate was purchased by Nicolas Tari after World War II. He made major investments in modernizing Giscours. In 1995, Eric Albada Jelgersma acquired the right to grow vines and make wine on the estate. He continues to lavish the care and attention that are necessary to maintain Giscours' standing as a world-famous great growth.

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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 The team at Chateau Suduiraut has one goal that they strive to achieve: "to make one of the world's truly great wines." With a history dating back to the 17th century and boasting gardens designed by Le Notre, the Chateau was classified as a First Growth in 1855. Today, Chateau Suduiraut's vineyards stretch over 92 hectares and are planted with 90% Semillon and 10% Sauvignon Blanc. The sand-gravel soil and its location within the appellation lake the Chateau's vineyards the ideal environment for The Noble Rot- resulting in wines that have a harmonious combination of luscious fruit and flower aromas.

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PRE-ORDER 2021 | JS 93  A "second wine" white from Chateau Cos d'Estournel, noted for its excellent balance and high-quality crafting, often described as having "shockingly good" quality. 2022 | JS 95 Medium-bodied with density and fine acidity. It balances rich fruit with a stony, mineral tension.   About Winery 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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PRE-ORDER About Winery Freshness, tension, energy Created in 1996, this white wine was one of the very first from Medoc, another demonstration of the daring spirit that animates Château Lagrange. A lively harmony in tension between the freshness of dominant white and grey Sauvignons, balanced by the creaminess of Sémillon, this wine is polished for six months in half-new barrels, developing further suppleness and a smooth texture. On the aromatic side, an explosion of citrus gives way to the voluptuous character of exotic fruits, lightened by delicate notes of white and vine peaches, in the refreshing but intense style expected of Château Lagrange.

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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 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 2014 | WE 93 Rich and full-bodied with structured tannins that require some aeration or cellaring, with peak drinking expected around 2020–2030. 2016 | WE 94 This is a rich wine, full of tannins that contrast with fresh acidity and blackcurrant fruit. This is a solid wine designed for aging. 2021 | V 92 Critics describe the 2021 as having a "slightly lean" but well-structured profile with notes of damson plum, black olive, savory herbs, and graphite. The palate is often described as medium-bodied with "grippy" but ripe tannins, presenting good energy for the vintage.    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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