Blend: Merlot (50%), Cabernet Franc (50%) Drinking Window: 2035 - 2065 95-97 Points - Neal Martin, Vinous.com “The 2025 Angélus was picked from September 10 to 20, and Stéphanie de Bouard told me that they halved the pumpovers. The Cabernet Franc is aged half in foudres and half in new barrel, and the Merlot is half in new barrel and half in one-year-old barrels that were used for the 2023 vintage. The alcohol is 14.05% with a pH of 3.6, many grapes showing a gram or more malic acid. This note comes from a narrower Riedel glass that showed the wine in a better and more accurate light. The bouquet opens with blackberry, raspberry, light cassis scents and a touch of iodine, well defined, the oak seated politely in the background. The palate is silky smooth with filigree tannins, very well judged acidity plus palpable underlying sapid notes that come through towards the finish. Fine tension, very focused with a very persistent aftertaste, this is an Angélus with great potential and it should give 25 to 30 years' drinking pleasure.”

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon (55%), Merlot (34%), Cabernet Franc (9%), Petit Verdot (2%) Drinking Window: 2032 - 2045 95 Points - Georgie Hindle, Decanter.com “Upfront and instantly so welcoming and friendly and fun, bright, lively, full on acidity kicks off the expression – so lifted with the focus on the pure fruit. Salty undercurrent that gives such an incredible contrast to the ripe strawberry fruit. But this is also lacking no richness – it’s got muscles, power, concentration and such capacity to age. Fabulous. 2% Petit Verdot completes the blend.”

Blend: Sauvignon Blanc (56%), Sémillon (44%) Drinking Window: 2027 - 2038 98-99 Points - James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com “An incredible wine with electrifying acidity and great depth and concentration. It’s full-bodied and full of character, showing fresh and dried citrus, then honeysuckle and other white flowers. The palate takes off with bright, intense acidity. A pH of just over 3 gives a unique combination of tangy acidity and ripe fruit. Special white. 56% sauvignon blanc and 44% semillon. Best ever?”

A 3-bottle collection set from Château Giscours typically highlights the estate's 3rd Growth classification status, offering a vertical or curated selection of their Margaux appellation wines, featuring a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. Known for its elegance, the wine features dark ruby color, violet aromas, and refined tannins, often highlighting vintages with rich fruit, floral notes, and good aging potential.

Leyrat Passion Cognac is an ultra-premium, limited-edition Single Estate Cognac from the Fins Bois cru, known for its intense, elegant profile and long aging in French oak. It features aromas of violet, candied fruit, orange peel, and sandalwood, with a balanced, silky palate of spice and citrus.

Blend: Merlot (51%), Cabernet Franc (45%), and Cabernet Sauvignon (4%)Drinking Window: 2032–2045 98-100 Points - Robert Parker“A blend of 51% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Franc and 4% Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2025 Château Cheval Blanc stands out once again as among the finest wines of the vintage in Bordeaux. Wafting from the glass with a deep bouquet of dark berries and cherries mingled with notions of blood orange and iris, it's full-bodied, layered and concentrated, with terrific mid-palate density, sweet tannins and a long, vibrant, violet-inflected finish. With its striking aromas, intensity of flavor and resolutely classical proportions (checking in at 12.7% alcohol and pH of 3.76), the 2025 gives every indication of being one of the great Cheval Blancs of the decade.”"

"Blend: Merlot (51%), Cabernet Franc (45%), and Cabernet Sauvignon (4%)Drinking Window: 2032–2045 98-100 Points - Robert Parker“A blend of 51% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Franc and 4% Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2025 Château Cheval Blanc stands out once again as among the finest wines of the vintage in Bordeaux. Wafting from the glass with a deep bouquet of dark berries and cherries mingled with notions of blood orange and iris, it's full-bodied, layered and concentrated, with terrific mid-palate density, sweet tannins and a long, vibrant, violet-inflected finish. With its striking aromas, intensity of flavor and resolutely classical proportions (checking in at 12.7% alcohol and pH of 3.76), the 2025 gives every indication of being one of the great Cheval Blancs of the decade.”"

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot (86%), Cabernet Franc (13%), Cabernet Sauvignon (1%)Drinking Window: 2032–2045 96-100 Points - Jane Anson, JaneAnson.com“Damson colour, this has a ton of juicy blue and black fruits, well judged density, energy and lift, clear ageing ability, grilled cumin, peony, iris flowers, slate and crushed rocks, 40% new oak, with large oak casks for almost half of the production. Less Cabernet Franc in this blend simply because of the size of the berries. 3.7ph. Blason no longer sold En Primeur, so not tasted here. Juliette Couderc director. Harvest began on August 26 with young Merlot on gravel. 23hl/h overall yield, fascinating to see how they split across different terroirs in the L'Evangile vineyard - on gravel 15hl/ha, on clay 28hl/ha, on sand, 38hl/h all due to size of berries. In practise this meant a lot of intra-plot harvesting, going through four or five times. The result is impressive.”"

Blend: 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 46.5% Merlot, 2.5% Cabernet Franc Drinking Window: 2027-2055 97 Points - James Suckling "A precise, classic vintage showing depth of fruit, but with beautiful austerity and minerals. Mostly red fruit, with touches of dark cherries and currants. Medium- to full-bodied with very fine-etched tannins and lots of brightness. So long and refined in the finish, showing restraint. 51% cabernet sauvignon, 46.5% merlot and 2.5% cabernet franc."

The 1982 Château Lynch-Bages is a legendary, fully mature Fifth Growth Pauillac that defines the vintage's power and richness, often considered a benchmark for the estate. It offers a complex bouquet of cedar, creme de cassis, tobacco, and cigar box, with a full-bodied, opulent, and fleshy palate that has fully resolved tannins.

The 1982 Château Cheval Blanc is a legendary, fully mature Saint-Émilion Premier Grand Cru Classé (approx. 60% Cabernet Franc, 34% Merlot) that represents a benchmark for the vintage. It offers a complex bouquet of dried fruits, truffles, cedar, and mint, featuring a silky, medium-bodied palate with soft tannins and a long finish.

The Rémy Martin LOUIS XIII RUBY (or Ruby Limited Edition) is an ultra-rare, 700mL expression featuring the signature Grande Champagne cognac (aged 40–100 years) housed in a vibrant, ruby-red crystal decanter crafted by Saint-Louis. Limited to only 200 bottles globally, the decanter uses a proprietary, gold-infused process, featuring the iconic fleur-de-lys stopper and a palladium neck.

The Rémy Martin LOUIS XIII End of Year (EOY) 25/26 edition, also referred to as the 2026 Lunar New Year Year of the Horse release, is a premier, ultra-aged cognac, representing the pinnacle of the house's blending artistry. This special release focuses on the 2026 Lunar New Year, celebrating the Year of the Horse, and features a bespoke design to highlight the festive context.

Rémy Martin LOUIS XIII Le Mathusalem is an ultra-premium, 6-liter crystal decanter representing the pinnacle of Cognac luxury, with only 50 bottles produced annually. Blended from over 1,200 eaux-de-vie sourced exclusively from Grande Champagne and aged 40–100 years, it features complex notes of myrrh, honey, dried roses, and leather.

The 2017 Le Pin is a highly sought-after, 100% Merlot Pomerol known for its exceptional elegance, depth, and balance, offering complex notes of black fruit (cherries, plums, raspberries), floral hints (violets, lilacs), earthy tones (truffle, forest floor, ironstone), and spice, all carried by silken tannins and vibrant freshness for a long, fragrant finish, showcasing remarkable complexity for the challenging vintage.

The Château Margaux Year of the Horse Set is a rare, limited-edition collection released to celebrate the Chinese Zodiac's Horse, typically featuring three iconic vintages like 1978, 1990, and 2002, presented in a special case with a unique certificate signed by the château's director. This set offers a journey through different eras of Château Margaux, highlighting exceptional vintages known for their power, complexity, and aging potential, appealing to collectors and enthusiasts of fine wines.

Hibiki 21 Year Old is a highly awarded, complex Japanese blended whisky known for its seductive, harmonious balance of sweet fruits (blackberry, apricot), rich caramel/honey, subtle Mizunara oak spice, and a long, incense-like finish, presented in an iconic, beautifully faceted bottle symbolizing Japan's seasons. It's celebrated for its smoothness, depth from aging in various casks (including sherry & Mizunara), and layers of sandalwood, dark fruit, and sweet smoke, making it a collector's favorite.

Blend: 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot Drinking Window: 2028 - 2058 95 Points - Robert Parker "The 2021 Château Margaux saw a traditional élevage in new barrels, with bottling in July, and as readers will remember, it's a blend of 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot that benefited from late picking, appreciable percentages of saignée, and a strict selection. Unwinding in the glass with aromas of cassis, blueberries and raspberries mingled with hints of licorice, white flowers and charcoal, it's medium to full-bodied, deep and layered, with a broad attack, lively purity and sweet structuring tannins, concluding with a long, penetrating finish. It's a classic that will richly reward bottle age."

Blend: Cabernet sauvignon 86%, merlot 9%, cabernet franc 3% and petit verdot 2% Drinking Window: 2012-2055 100 Points - Robert Parker "The 2003 Lafite Rothschild comes as close to perfection as any of the great Lafites made over the past three decades (1982, 1986, 1996, 2000, 2005, 2008, 2009 and 2010). This sensational effort came in at 12.7% natural alcohol, it is made in the style of one of this estate's great classics, the 1959. Composed of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, it exhibits a dense ruby/purple color to the rim along with a luxurious bouquet of cedarwood, lead pencil shaving, white chocolate, cocoa and cassis. Fat, rich, opulent and full-bodied with low acidity and stunning seductiveness and complexity, this noble wine possesses a bountiful, generous, heady style. It is just coming into its plateau of maturity where it should hold for 20-25 years. This is one of the candidates for the wine of the vintage - make no mistake about that."

Blend: Merlot: 95%, Cabernet Franc: 5% Drinking Window for Magnum Size: 2001 – 2047 98 Points - Robert Parker, Wine Advocate "The 1986 Petrus is a masterpiece of balance and elegance. It offers an intense bouquet of black cherries, plums, violets, and subtle hints of truffle and earth. The palate is full-bodied, rich, and lush, with beautifully integrated tannins and a remarkable length that lingers in the finish. The wine has aged gracefully, showing layers of complexity with hints of leather, tobacco, and forest floor emerging. A sublime expression of Merlot’s potential at its peak.”

Blend: 88% Cabernet Sauvignon and 12% Merlot Drinking Window: 2017 - 2060 100 Points - Robert Parker, Wine Advocate "The 2009 Mouton Rothschild has a striking label from Anish Kapoor. The wine is a blend of 88% Cabernet Sauvignon and 12% Merlot that begs comparison as a young wine with what the 1982 tasted like in 1985 or, I suspect, what the 1959 may have tasted like in 1962. Representing 50% of their production, the wine has an inky purple color to the rim and not terribly high alcohol for a 2009 (13.2%), but that is reflected by the high percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon. It has a remarkable nose of lead pencil shavings, violets, crème de cassis and subtle barrique smells. It is stunningly opulent, fat, and super‑concentrated, but the luxurious fruit tends to conceal some rather formidable tannins in the finish. This is an amazing wine that will be slightly more drinkable at an earlier age than I thought from barrel, but capable of lasting 50 or more years. Kudos to the Baroness Philippine de Rothschild and the entire Mouton team, led by Monsieur Dhalluin.”

Blend: 91% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8.5% Merlot and 0.5% Petit Verdot Drinking Window: 2018-2047 96 Points - Robert Parker, Wine Advocate "The 2012 Lafite Rothschild is a well-structured, precise wine with aromas of blackcurrants, cedar, graphite, and spices. The palate is medium to full-bodied with firm tannins and bright acidity. The flavours are layered with dark fruit and mineral notes, leading to a long, elegant finish. This vintage is classic Lafite in style and offers excellent aging potential.”

Blend: 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot Drinking Window: 2030 - 2066 100 Points - Decanter “Deep and evocative on the nose, bursting with blackcurrants, milk chocolate and a touch of Black Forest gateau wrapped in a sweet, purple floral perfume. The palate is instantly captivating, both silky-smooth and luxuriously thick – like padded silk – cushioned yet structured. Tannins seamlessly support a vibrant mix of red and black berries – redcurrant, cherry, blackcurrant – all interwoven with precision. Broad and powerful, yet it glides effortlessly, with Cabernet’s structure, Merlot’s generosity and a dash of spiced fruit. Underlying minerality and flint-like nuance add complexity. A masterclass in power and precision, perfectly balanced and unmistakably Smith."

Blend: 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, 7% Petit Verdot and 5% Cabernet Franc Drinking Window: 2028 - 2060 96 Points - James Suckling “A plush and opulent Pavillon Rouge with plums, boysenberries and hints of cedar and chocolate. Full-bodied, this has lovely powdery tannins and a long and flavorful finish. Juicy and delicious, it's so attractive now that it’s hard not to drink. Second wine of Chateau Margaux. 64% cabernet sauvignon, 24% merlot, 7% petit verdot and 5% cabernet franc. Best after 2028."

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."

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"

Blend: 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 26% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot Drinking Window: 2036 - 2066 98 Points - James Suckling “A terrific Lynch from a hot vintage with blackcurrants, mint, dried lavender, graphite and thyme on the nose and palate. Medium- to full-bodied, it shows fantastic tannins with a lovely texture that reminds me of cashmere, becoming slightly chewy in the finish. Give this four to five years of bottle age. Try after 2028.”

Blend: 74% Sauvignon Blanc, 26% Sémillon Drinking Window: 2023 - 2035 97 Points - James Suckling “Pretty and rich white peach, pear and apple aromas and flavors. Full-bodied with plenty of fruit and bright acidity. Chalky and stony. Happy to watch.”

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: 52% sauvignon blanc, 39% semillon, 8% sauvignon gris, and 1% muscadelle Drinking Window: 2023 - 2035 97 Points - James Suckling “So vibrant and minerally with salt and dried apple, peach and pears. Medium to full body. Creamy texture. Some phenolics. Dried fruit skin. Vivid acidity. 3.18 pH. 52% sauvignon blanc, 39% semillon, 8% sauvignon gris, and 1% muscadelle."

A masterpiece born from the collaboration of two icons—Bowmore and Aston Martin. Distilled in 1968 and aged for over half a century in a carefully selected cask, this exceptional single malt embodies Islay’s timeless spirit. Only 288 decanters exist worldwide, each presented in a striking, custom-designed vessel crafted by Aston Martin to reflect innovation and elegance. Expect deep layers of tropical fruits, antique oak, rich dark chocolate, and subtle smoke, harmoniously balanced after 54 years of maturation. This is not only one of Bowmore’s rarest creations but a true collector’s treasure that transcends whisky into art. Limited Edition: 288 bottles worldwide

This intense dark amber spirit exhibits ochre and reddish tones, presenting a perfectly clean, bright, and translucent appearance with reddish hues. Its impressive adherence in the glass is highlighted by legs and tears of great body. On the nose, it offers a very pleasant and smooth experience, unveiling a gamut of aromas ranging from fruity and sweet notes to cooked agave, vanilla, prune, chocolate, and toasted almonds, with subtle hints of apricot and tobacco impeccably balanced by oak, reflecting its lengthy maturation. The palate is smooth, well-balanced, and complex, featuring flavors of bitter chocolate, dry fruits, berries, light tobacco, and spices, culminating in a lengthy and persistent finish. Surprisingly elegant, harmonious, and balanced, it leaves a subtle hint of toasted almonds, leather, and tobacco lingering on the palate.

Blend: 51% Merlot, 32% Cabernet Franc, 17% Cabernet Sauvignon Drinking Window: 2027-2050 96 Points - James Suckling "A very precise Pavie, this has a compacted palate of blue fruit as well as raspberries and hints of sandalwood. Medium-bodied with a tight, linear finish. Racy and fresh at the end. A blend of 51% merlot, 32% cabernet franc and 17% cabernet sauvignon."

Blend: 80% Merlot, 19% Cabernet franc, 1% Cabernet Sauvignon Drinking Window: 2028-2045 99 Points - James Suckling "Wow. This is really something for the vintage. Such a long finish, while being subtle and sophisticated with wonderfully silky tannins that are so fine and very long. It's medium-bodied with a beautiful, compact palate from the beginning to the end, including the mid-palate. The finish shows walnut, hazelnut and dark-chocolate character. Exceptional."

Blend: 80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc Drinking Window: 2027-2050 98 Points - Vinous "The 2024 La Conseillante is shaping up to be one of the wines of the vintage. Vertical and explosive, with spectacular depth, the 2024 is an eye-opening wine, with regard to both the potential of the property and the vintage. In 2024, La Conseillante separates itself from the pack by a wide margin. It may ultimately not merit the very highest of scores, but it will almost certainly come close. Dark blue fruit, violet, spice, new leather, menthol and licorice stain the palate all the way through the creamy finish. Conseillante is a very serious wine. Technical Director Marielle Cazaux made all the right choices in a very challenging year in which yields were reduced by 50% in the field and then through strict selection in the cellar. Tasted two times."

Blend: 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 46.5% Merlot, 2.5% Cabernet FrancDrinking 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."

Blend: 56.1% Semillon, 43.9% Sauvignon Blanc Drinking Window: 2026-2050 100 Points - The Wine Independent "After a little shaking, notes of orange blossoms, fresh grapefruit, and just-ripe pineapple slowly emerge from the glass, followed by hints of fennel seed, wet pebbles, and blanched almonds. The medium-bodied palate is so silky and seamless, melting in your mouth with saline-laced citrus and tropical fruit layers, finishing with epic length and depth. Incredible."

Blend: 56.1% Semillon, 43.9% Sauvignon Blanc Drinking Window: 2026-2050 100 Points - The Wine Independent "After a little shaking, notes of orange blossoms, fresh grapefruit, and just-ripe pineapple slowly emerge from the glass, followed by hints of fennel seed, wet pebbles, and blanched almonds. The medium-bodied palate is so silky and seamless, melting in your mouth with saline-laced citrus and tropical fruit layers, finishing with epic length and depth. Incredible."

Blend: 59% Semillon, 41% Sauvignon Blanc Drinking Window: 2026-2047 98 Points - Vinous "The 2024 La Mission Haut-Brion Blanc, which has more Sémillon in the blend, was reticent on the nose and demanded more coaxing than usual, (reluctantly) offering scents of red apple, lime flower and crushed stone. The palate is more expressive with impressive weight and density. The 2024 is fresh and vibrant with palpable tension, revealing a tingle of lemongrass and stem ginger towards its sustained finish. When I returned to my glass after 20 minutes, the aromatics had burst open and shown their true colours, with hints of chai and popcorn and wonderful mineralité. This might turn out to be one of the best white La Missions in recent years."

Blend: 59% Semillon, 41% Sauvignon Blanc Drinking Window: 2026-2047 98 Points - Vinous "The 2024 La Mission Haut-Brion Blanc, which has more Sémillon in the blend, was reticent on the nose and demanded more coaxing than usual, (reluctantly) offering scents of red apple, lime flower and crushed stone. The palate is more expressive with impressive weight and density. The 2024 is fresh and vibrant with palpable tension, revealing a tingle of lemongrass and stem ginger towards its sustained finish. When I returned to my glass after 20 minutes, the aromatics had burst open and shown their true colours, with hints of chai and popcorn and wonderful mineralité. This might turn out to be one of the best white La Missions in recent years."