This medium-bodied wine is fully mature, presenting a harmonious blend of cassis, cranberry, earth, tobacco, cedar, and forest floor notes. While displaying a hint of rusticity in its tannins and subtle green nuances in the red berry finish, it appeals to aficionados favoring a more traditional style. Successful for its vintage, it leans slightly towards the classic and austere end of the style spectrum. Given its current state, there is no need for further aging, making it ready to enjoy now.

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon (83%), Merlot (14%), Cabernet Franc (3%)
Drinking Window: 2035-2065

98-99 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com
“A magnificent Pichon Comtesse de Lalande that combines power, elegance and extraordinary precision. Intense aromas of cassis, blackberries, violets and graphite unfold alongside hints of cedar, cigar box and exotic spices. The palate is layered and seamless, with remarkable purity of fruit supported by ultra-fine tannins and vibrant freshness. Concentrated yet weightless, it delivers exceptional depth and complexity while maintaining a sense of grace and refinement. The finish is incredibly long, mineral-driven and persistent, confirming its place among the elite wines of the vintage.”

Blend: 78% Cabernet Sauvignon with no Petit Verdot, 17% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc
Drinking Window: 2030 - 2060

100 Points - Wine Advocate
“The 2022 Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande has turned out even better in bottle than I anticipated, bursting from the glass with aromas of cassis and blackberries mingled with scents of licorice, violets and pencil shavings. Full-bodied, layered and enveloping, it's suave, seamless and complete, with faultless precision, pristine integration of tannin, controlled sweetness and a long, expansive finish. The 2022 manages to unite the sensuality that's the estate's calling card and the ripeness of the vintage on the one hand, with a sense of Pauillac classicism on the other, threading the needle to deliver one of the finest wines of the vintage and a benchmark Pichon Comtesse. It's a blend of 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc that spent 18 months in barriques (three months more than was formerly the case), two-thirds of which were new. As I wrote en primeur, there's more than a hint of the 1982 about this wine, and like the 1982, the 2022 will offer an exceptionally wide drinking window. 2030 - 2055"

The 2021 Pichon-Longueville Baron is showing very well in bottle, unwinding in the glass with notes of cassis, sweet berries and violets mingled with subtle hints of orange zest and cigar wrapper. Medium to full-bodied, fleshy and layered, with good depth at the core, bright acids and sweet tannins that assert themselves on the gently structured finish, its serious, slightly reserved profile reflects the unusually high (89%) percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon. The 2021 concluded its élevage in large wooden vats for a month and a half, saw a touch less racking than normal, and was only fined with a small amount of gelatin, not egg white, as has been the rule at this address for several years now. Drink 2030-2060.

Blend: 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot
Drinking Window: 2030 - 2065

98 Points - Robert Parker, Wine Advocate
"Aromas of sweet dark berries and cherries mingled with notions of cigar wrapper, pencil shavings and licorice introduce the 2022 Pichon‑Longueville Baron, a full‑bodied, layered and multidimensional wine that’s deep, dense and lively, with terrific concentration, sweet tannins and a long, penetrating finish. Integrated and serious, this hints at the lavishness inherent to the vintage, while remaining classic and controlled.”

Blend: 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot
Drinking Window for Magnum Size: 2025–2060

95 Points - Wine Enthusiast
"Rich, generous and structured—black currant essence and elegant tannin combine superbly for long-term aging.”

Blend: 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot
Drinking Window for Magnum Size: 2028–2070

99 Points - James Suckling
"Alluring ripe fruits—blackberry, dark cherry, mulberry, plum—with espresso, cedar and slate minerality; fine, plush tannins”

Blend: 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot
Drinking Window: 2028-2048

96 Points - Vinous
“The 2024 Pichon Baron is a very sexy wine. Deep and layered on the palate, with fine depth, the 2024 exudes balance. Sumptuous black cherry, mocha, new leather, licorice, menthol, lavender and pine are all dialed up. There's gorgeous breadth and overall presence here. The Cabernet Sauvignon is quite high at 87%, but it is really the wine's balance that speaks loudest. Here, too, the reduction of new oak to 70% really helps the wine speak with precision.”

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon (87%), Merlot (13%)
Drinking Window: 2035-2065

98-99 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com
“A commanding Château Pichon-Longueville Baron that perfectly captures the power and precision of Pauillac. Intense aromas of cassis, blackberries and dark cherries are layered with violets, graphite, cedar and cigar box, accented by subtle notes of dark chocolate and exotic spices. Full-bodied and impeccably structured, the palate delivers exceptional concentration wrapped in velvety, ultra-fine tannins. A vibrant mineral backbone and fresh acidity provide remarkable energy and balance, carrying the wine through a seamless progression of pure dark fruit and savory complexity. The finish is extraordinarily long, refined and persistent, affirming its place among the elite wines of the vintage.”

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon (80%), Merlot (17%), Cabernet Franc (3%)
Drinking Window: 2036-2068

98-100 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com
“A monumental Château Montrose that perfectly marries Saint-Estèphe power with extraordinary refinement. The nose is intensely expressive, unveiling layers of cassis, blackberries and dark cherries intertwined with graphite, violets, cedar and crushed stone. Full-bodied and impeccably structured, the palate delivers remarkable concentration and depth while maintaining exceptional freshness and precision. Dense yet beautifully sculpted, its core of pure dark fruit is framed by velvety, ultra-fine tannins and a commanding mineral backbone. The finish is exceptionally long, powerful and seamless, revealing outstanding harmony and confirming this as one of the defining wines of the vintage with remarkable aging potential.”

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon (80%), Merlot (17%), Cabernet Franc (3%)
Drinking Window: 2036-2068

98-100 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com
“A monumental Château Montrose that perfectly marries Saint-Estèphe power with extraordinary refinement. The nose is intensely expressive, unveiling layers of cassis, blackberries and dark cherries intertwined with graphite, violets, cedar and crushed stone. Full-bodied and impeccably structured, the palate delivers remarkable concentration and depth while maintaining exceptional freshness and precision. Dense yet beautifully sculpted, its core of pure dark fruit is framed by velvety, ultra-fine tannins and a commanding mineral backbone. The finish is exceptionally long, powerful and seamless, revealing outstanding harmony and confirming this as one of the defining wines of the vintage with remarkable aging potential.”

Blend: 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Merlot, and 1% each of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot
Drinking Window: 2030 - 2065

99 Points - James Suckling
“Unique structure to this wine and very Cos with all the spices and dark fruits. Tobacco and cedar. It's starts off full-bodied and flavorful, but continues to unfold in an energetic and weightless way. Savory and primary. Al dente grapes here. Exciting and thought-provoking.”

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon (60%), Merlot (39%), Petit Verdot (1%)
Drinking Window: 2034 - 2050

98-99 Points - James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com
“A density to this, yet it remains balanced and complex, with well-integrated tannins and a juicy finish. It seems to be a wine with lots of fruit, but then it diffuses and shows open-grained, velvety tannins. Intense yet subtle blackberries, lead pencil and hazelnuts. Some flint. Persistent and reserved at the end. Great potential. A blend of 60% cabernet sauvignon, 39% merlot and 1% petit verdot.”

Harvest took place this year from 23rd September to 8th October. The wine was aged for around 12 months in two-thirds new oak. Medium brick-brown in color, the 1990 Ducru-Beaucaillou is quite evolved, offering notions of incense, tree bark, tilled soil and tobacco with nuances of preserved plums, kirsch, tapenade and leather. Medium to full-bodied, the palate still possesses a good amount of earth-laced savory fruit with a bit of chew to the texture and a stewed tea finish.

The Château Ducru-Beaucaillou 2020 is a powerful, concentrated, and elegant Saint-Julien Bordeaux, praised as a legendary vintage with incredible purity, featuring notes of cassis, violets, graphite, and tobacco, built on a backbone of ultra-fine tannins, requiring significant cellaring (best after 2030-2035) for its full expression, often compared favorably to the iconic 2010

Blend: 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 46.5% Merlot, 2.5% Cabernet Franc
Drinking Window: 2029-2049

97 Points - James Suckling
"As to the Grand Vin, the 2024 Château Ducru-Beaucaillou is based on 86% Cabernet Sauvignon and 14% Merlot, resting in 100% new oak. Its deep purple hue is followed by a terrific 2024 that defies the challenges of the vintage. Pure cassis, darker currants, graphite, crushed stone, and sappy violet notes all emerge on the nose. It's medium-bodied, with a beautifully layered, concentrated mid-palate, ripe yet velvety tannins, and a great finish. This classic Saint-Julien will benefit from bottle age and is another brilliant effort from the team. It's one of the richer, more structured wines in the vintage, yet it remains balanced, precise, and never overdone."

Reflecting centuries of winemaking mastery, Chateau Brane Cantenac 2016 1.5L offers a structured palate with notes of cassis, spice, and cedar —an exceptional wine that captures the soul of its vineyard with every sip.

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon (77%), Merlot (22%), Cabernet Franc (1%)
Drinking Window: 2033-2060

96-98 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com
“A brilliantly refined Château Brane-Cantenac that showcases the elegance and aromatic complexity of Margaux. Fragrant aromas of cassis, wild berries, violets and crushed stones are intertwined with notes of graphite, cedar and delicate exotic spices. The palate is silky yet remarkably structured, revealing exceptional purity of fruit supported by ultra-fine tannins and vibrant freshness. Beautifully balanced, it combines depth, precision and mineral tension with effortless grace. The finish is exceptionally long, seamless and refined, confirming its place among the finest wines of the vintage with outstanding aging potential.”

Blend: 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Merlot, 1% Cabernet Franc
Drinking Window: 2027-2045

96 Points - Jeb Dunnuck
"The Grand Vin is based on 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Merlot, and 1% Cabernet Franc that included 11.3% of press, saw malolactic fermentation in barrel, and will spend 18 months in 80% new barrels. Its deeper ruby/purple hue is followed by a beautifully pure, layered, elegant, and medium-bodied Margaux that has both red and blue fruits, some violet, spicy wood, and cedar pencil nuances, fine, polished tannins, and outstanding length. This hit 12.6% alcohol with a pH of 3.53."

Blend: 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc
Drinking Window: 2028 - 2065

96 Points - Jeb Dunnuck
“Based on 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and the rest Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, the 2022 Château Lascombes pulls from 40% of the total production and was aged 18 months mostly in barrels (60% new) with a small portion in foudre. This inky hued beauty boasts a rich, concentrated, full-bodied, well-oaked style as well as pure cassis and darker berry fruits, some graphite, scorched earth, and licorice nuances, terrific overall balance, and a great finish”

Blend: 30% merlot and 5% cabernet franc and petit verdot combined
Drinking Window: 2028-2045

96 Points - Vinous
"The 2024 Lascombes represents another important step for Lascombes under its current leadership. Silky and elegant, with notable depth, the Grand Vin impresses with its textural resonance and persistence. New leather, licorice, lavender and incense weave through a core of dark-toned fruit. Lascombes is shaping up to be one of the sleepers of 2024. I can't wait to taste it from bottle. Impressive. Tasted three times."

The 2021 Gruaud Larose has turned out very nicely in bottle, unfurling in the glass with aromas of sweet wild berries, plums, violets and cigar wrapper. Medium to full-bodied, fleshy and velvety, it's polished and seamless, with good depth at the core, supple tannins and lively acids. Drink 2025-2045.

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon (81%), Merlot (17%), Cabernet Franc (2%)
Drinking Window: 2033-2060

96-98 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com
“A superb Gruaud-Larose that combines the depth and structure of Saint-Julien with remarkable elegance. The nose is intensely aromatic, revealing layers of cassis, blackberries and dark cherries intertwined with violets, graphite, cedar and subtle notes of cigar box and spice. Full-bodied yet impeccably balanced, the palate delivers concentrated dark fruit framed by silky, fine-grained tannins and vibrant freshness. A pronounced mineral backbone lends precision and energy, carrying the wine effortlessly toward a long, refined and persistent finish. A classic Saint-Julien with outstanding aging potential.”

Blend: 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc
Drinking Window: 2030–2040

A refined and complex Gruaud Larose showing purity and structure. Notes of cassis, violets, and pencil shavings lead to a suave, seamless palate with a long, persistent finish. A standout from Saint-Julien in 2024.

94 Points - Vinous
"The 2024 Gruaud Larose is very fine. Dark and ample, with gorgeous presence, the 2024 has so much to offer. Dark blue/purplish fruit, new leather, gravel, spice, lavender and dried herbs build effortlessly. Readers will find a Saint-Julien endowed with notable textural depth. The finish is perhaps just a touch narrow, but élevage may very well help with that."

A testament to its prestigious terroir, Chateau Durfort Vivens 2016 3L-341 offers aromatic intensity featuring truffle, plum, and subtle oak nuances —an exceptional wine that captures the soul of its vineyard with every sip.

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon (86%), Merlot (12%), Cabernet Franc (2%)
Drinking Window: 2034 - 2044

97-99 Points - Jeb Dunnuck, JebDunnuck.com
“A Cabernet-dominant blend of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot, and 2% Cabernet Franc, the 2025 Château Léoville Barton checks in at 13.5% alcohol with a pH of 3.6. Crème de cassis, smoked tobacco, liquid violets, iron, and an incredible sense of graphite all define the aromatics of this brilliant, deep, pure, and layered beauty. On the palate, it's full-bodied, inward, and powerfully structured, and reminds me slightly of the 2010 with its deep, concentrated style. It has enormous potential.”

Blend: 92% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc
Drinking Window: 2028-2050

96 Points - James Suckling
“A classic Bordeaux that shows finesse and poise. This is understated, with a medium body, lovely texture and acidity, freshness and brightness. It shows firm tannins that aren't chewy. Very long and honest, with pure fruit. 92% cabernet sauvignon, 6% merlot and 2% cabernet franc.”

Balancing complexity and finesse, Chateau Leoville Poyferre 2016 1.5L offers rich aromas of ripe berries, dark cherries, and delicate floral hints —an exceptional wine that captures the soul of its vineyard with every sip.

Balancing complexity and finesse, Chateau Leoville Poyferre 2016 6L offers aromatic intensity featuring truffle, plum, and subtle oak nuances —an exceptional wine that captures the soul of its vineyard with every sip.

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon (64%), Merlot (27%), Cabernet Franc (8%), Petit Verdot (1%)
Drinking Window: 2033-2062

97-98 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com
“A superb Léoville Poyferré that combines power, precision and refinement. The nose reveals intense aromas of cassis, blackberries, violets and graphite, accented by hints of cedar, dark chocolate and exotic spices. Full-bodied and beautifully layered, the palate delivers remarkable concentration while maintaining freshness and balance. Fine-grained tannins provide structure without heaviness, supporting a core of vibrant dark fruit and mineral complexity. Long, polished and remarkably persistent on the finish, this is a sophisticated Saint-Julien with outstanding aging potential.”

Spiced sandalwood, white pepper, saffron, cigar box, oyster shell salinity, orange peel, and still juicy blackcurrant and blueberry fruit, even as it heads towards 35 years old. Utterly gorgeous, effortless even, the word beguiling comes out of nowhere. Love this, and provides a glimpse into what this wine can acheive when you are lucky enough to catch it at the right moment. 50% new oak, Michel Delon owner. Harvest September 5 to 25, after a hot dry year.

A testament to its prestigious terroir, Chateau Leoville Las Cases 2020 offers aromatic intensity featuring truffle, plum, and subtle oak nuances —an exceptional wine that captures the soul of its vineyard with every sip.

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon (84%), Cabernet Franc (11%), Merlot (5%)
Drinking Window: 2036-2070

99-100 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com
“A monumental Léoville-Las Cases that perfectly captures the aristocratic character of Saint-Julien. The bouquet is intensely complex, revealing layers of cassis, blackberries and dark cherries intertwined with violets, graphite, cigar box and crushed stones. The palate is remarkably precise and structured, delivering extraordinary concentration wrapped in impeccably fine tannins and vibrant acidity. A profound mineral backbone lends energy and definition, allowing the wine to unfold with effortless elegance despite its power. The finish is exceptionally long, seamless and multidimensional, confirming this as one of the most compelling and age-worthy wines of the vintage.”

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon: 66%, Merlot: 19%, Cabernet Franc: 13%, Petit Verdot: 4%
Drinking Window: 2000-2060

99 Points - Robert Parker, Wine Advocate
"The late Michel Delon always thought that this was the greatest vintage he had produced. We often tasted it side by side with the 1982… the 1986 is a monument to classicism, with great tannin, extraordinary delineation, and a huge, full‑bodied nose of sweet, ripe cassis fruit intermixed with vanilla, melon, fruitcake, and a multitude of spices. The wine has always been phenomenally concentrated, yet wonderfully fresh and vigorous. It still seems young… a great example of Léoville‑Las Cases.”

Blend: 84% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Cabernet Franc, 5% Merlot
Drinking Window: 2029-2050

98 Points - James Suckling
"Complex, refined and truly mineral, this has natural vibrancy and freshness as well as excellent depth. Light midpalate concentration but also no sweetness at all. Medium- to full-bodied with chalky, stony tannins and a long, very tense finish. A vintage of delicacy and finesse. If you seek less alcohol and less power, this will be a great year to buy."

A testament to its prestigious terroir, Chateau Rauzan Gassies 2020 offers aromatic intensity featuring truffle, plum, and subtle oak nuances —an exceptional wine that captures the soul of its vineyard with every sip.

Blend: 72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 26% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot
Drinking Window: 2027 - 2066

99 Points - The Wine Independent
“Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2022 Rauzan-Segla is made from 72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 26% Merlot, and 2% Petit Verdot, aging for 18 months in French oak, 50% of it new. A little swirling unleashes an explosion of black and red currant jelly, wild blueberries, and chocolate-covered cherries, giving way to a fragrant undercurrent of violets, underbrush, and crushed rocks with a touch of star anise. The full-bodied palate is built like a brick house and crafted like a Chanel suit, with a firm backbone of super-ripe, grainy tannins and impressive tension supporting a gorgeous array of floral, spice, and black fruit layers, finishing very long and with impeccable grace. pH 3.7."

Opaque black/red colour and purple rim. Aromas seamlessly blend raspberry, cassis, cocoa-butter, vanilla & oak. Elegant silky, supple tannins. Fresh acidity lifts the fruit & alcohol is balanced. Finishes with cassis & raspberry flavours