Blend: Merlot (78%), Cabernet Franc (22%)
Drinking Window: 2033-2060

97-99 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com
“A stunning Château Canon with exceptional precision, depth and elegance. Aromas of black cherries, raspberries, violets and crushed limestone are layered with subtle hints of graphite, herbs and spices. The palate is refined and beautifully structured, offering remarkable purity of fruit framed by silky, ultra-fine tannins. Fresh, vibrant acidity enhances the wine’s energy and minerality, leading to a long and seamless finish. A poised and sophisticated Saint-Émilion with the balance and complexity to evolve gracefully for decades.”

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon (60%), Merlot (31%), Cabernet Franc (6%), Petit Verdot (3%)
Drinking Window: 2032-2058

95-97 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com
“A beautifully balanced Giscours that captures both the power and elegance of Margaux. Intense aromas of blackcurrants, ripe cherries, violets and crushed stones emerge from the glass, accompanied by delicate notes of cedar and spice. The palate is concentrated yet graceful, with layers of dark fruit supported by finely knit tannins and vibrant freshness. Precise and energetic, it delivers remarkable purity and depth through a long, refined finish. A sophisticated and age-worthy wine with excellent potential.”

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon (72%), Merlot (22%), Cabernet Franc (3%), Petit Verdot (3%)
Drinking Window: 2032-2055

95-97 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com
“A polished and expressive Branaire-Ducru with excellent purity and finesse. Aromas of blackcurrants, wild berries, violets and graphite are complemented by subtle hints of cedar and spices. Medium- to full-bodied, the palate is vibrant and layered, featuring finely textured tannins and impressive freshness. The wine combines precision and elegance with the depth and structure characteristic of Saint-Julien. Long and harmonious on the finish, this is a refined and age-worthy expression of the estate.”

Blend: Merlot (73%), Cabernet Franc (27%)
Drinking Window: 2035-2060

98-99 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com
“A captivating Château Palmer with extraordinary precision and elegance. Aromas of blackberries, cassis, violets, graphite and subtle spices lead to a palate of remarkable purity and depth. The texture is silky yet structured, with ultra-fine tannins seamlessly woven into layers of dark fruit and mineral complexity. Fresh acidity brings energy and length, while the finish lingers effortlessly for minutes. A refined and harmonious Palmer that perfectly balances power, finesse and terroir expression.”

The Château Potensac 2006-09-10-15-16-18 Vertical Pack is a highly collectible 6-bottle vertical selection. It features six outstanding vintages of the highly-rated Médoc estate: 2006, 2009, 2010, 2015, 2016, and 2018. Château Potensac is renowned for its classic, terroir-driven, and long-aging Bordeaux blends.

Blend: Merlot (90%), Cabernet Franc (10%)
Drinking Window: 2035 - 2065

95-97 Points - Peter Moser, Falstaff
“Dark ruby-garnet, opaque core, violet highlights, delicate lightening at the rim. Somewhat reserved, dark wild berries, a floral touch, a hint of cranberries, delicate herbal spice. Juicy, a hint of caramel, elegant and balanced, ripe, integrated tannins, delicate extract sweetness on the finish, mineral aftertaste, salty finish.”

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: 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: Sémillon (67%), Sauvignon Blanc (33%)
Drinking Window: 2027 - 2036

92-95 Points - Jeb Dunnuck, JebDunnuck.com
“A beautiful, richly textured white, the 2025 Pagodes De Cos Blanc is a Sémillon-dominated blend that includes 33% Sauvignon Blanc that's being raised in 12% new barrels. Its terrific perfume of honeyed citrus, orange blossom, mint, and chalky minerality gives way to a medium-bodied palate with nicely integrated acidity and outstanding length. It's going to be incredibly versatile at the dinner table, and this is a seriously impressive barrel sample from this team that shows how successful these Médoc Blancs can be."

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?”

Blend: Sémillon (66%), Sauvignon Blanc (34%)
Drinking Window: 2029-2040

95-97 Points - Jeb Dunnuck
“Crushed citrus, mint, crushed stone, and white flower nuances all define the aromatics of the 2025 Château Suduiraut Vieilles Vignes, which is a blend of 66% Sémillon and 34% Sauvignon Blanc that's resting in 14% new barrels with the balance in once-used oak. It's medium-bodied on the palate, with a pure, focused mouthfeel, beautiful purity, flawless balance, and an incredibly seamless style. This has 13.7% alcohol with a pH of 3.39."

Blend: Sauvignon Blanc (59%), Sémillon (41%)
Drinking Window: 2027 - 2038

92 Points - Peter Moster, Falstaff
“Light yellow-green, silver reflections. Delicate meadow herbs, fine yellow tropical fruit, fresh orange zest, a hint of blossom honey in the background. Juicy, elegant, mineral, well-balanced, has freshness, racy style, a versatile food companion, fine spice in the aftertaste, good development potential."

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon (59%), Merlot (35%), Petit Verdot (6%)
Drinking Window: 2030 - 2040

94 Points - Panos Kakaviatos, Decanter
“This wine evinces pleasing refinement, with clean fruit and a composed feel on the palate. Aromas of ripe cherry and blackberry come through clearly, complemented by subtle floral hints of violet, along with touches of vanilla and a faint note of eucalyptus leaf. The attack is supple and well–defined, with a slightly austere edge at this stage that should integrate further with barrel ageing (16 months, 35% new oak). There’s an appealing interplay of red and black fruit, giving the mid–palate a vibrant, lifted character, supported by fine, velvety tannins that lend structure without heaviness. Despite the warmth of the vintage, the wine retains a welcome freshness, bringing tension and precision. The finish is harmonious and clean, if not especially long, but it remains elegant and well–balanced overall."

Blend: Merlot (73%), Cabernet Franc (27%)
Drinking Window: 2030-2045

97-98 Points - James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com
“A beautiful expression of fruit with focus and great definition. A tight balance between the chalky tannins, linear acidity and fruit. 73.2% merlot and 26.8% cabernet franc.”

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.

Le Petit Cheval Blanc 2023 is an exceptionally fresh and aromatic white Bordeaux, characterized by a 70% Sauvignon Blanc and 30% Sémillon blend. It features bright, high-tensile notes of linden, lime, Bergamot, white grapefruit zest, and greengage, offering a "piercing" and "crystalline" mouthfeel with subtle oak integration and a long, savory finish.

The 2012 Les Forts de Latour is a highly rated second wine from Château Latour, composed of roughly 75–76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Merlot, and 2% Petit Verdot. It offers an elegant, medium-bodied experience with vibrant notes of blackcurrant, cassis, graphite, and cedar. Known for its precision and fine tannins, this 2012 is a classic Pauillac with strong aging potential (2015–2030+).

The 2022 Marchesi Antinori Solaia is an intense, full-bodied Tuscan red with a deep ruby color and purple hues. It features complex aromas of blackcurrant, plum, blackberry, and cocoa, with elegant notes of cedar and tobacco. The wine has a rich, velvety texture with fine-grained tannins, offering a long, polished, and harmonious finish.

Jean-Luc Colombo Cornas "Terres Brulées" (Burnt Earth) is a premium 100% Syrah red wine from the Northern Rhône Valley, known for being powerful yet refined. It features intense aromas of black fruit (blackberry, cassis), violets, licorice, and savory olive/earth notes, with a structured, velvety palate and long, peppery finish.

"Blend: Merlot (87%), Cabernet Sauvignon (10%), and Cabernet Franc (3%)
Drinking Window: 2032–2050

96-97 Points - James Suckling
“A juicy and fine tannin texture with currant, raspberry and bark aromas and flavors. It’s medium-bodied and well structured with a caressing finish, all in balance. Very fine and attractive.”"

Blend: Sémillon (68%), Sauvignon Blanc (31%), Sauvignon Gris (1%)
Drinking Window: 2027–2035

92-94 Points - Neal Martin, Vinous
“The 2025 Le Blanc de Duhart-Milon constitutes the fifth vintage from regrafted vines on cooler, late-ripening limestone soils, mainly Sémillon with 15% malo. It has a well-defined bouquet, perhaps more primal than previous vintages at this stage, leesy with touches of apple blossom. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, bright acids, again, a little more lees than before, but that leads to a complex, stem ginger tinged finish that lingers in the mouth. Very fine.”"

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon (73%), Merlot (27%)
Drinking Window: 2033–2050

94-100 Points - Georgie Hindle, Decanter.com
""Supple and sop juicy and friendly, this has a lovely ripe strawberry and cooling raspberry elements with both fresh mint and a dollop of sweetness. Cool overall with a driving persistence of flavour – energetic but so precise and well defined with fine tannins and a crisp overall sensation. Ripe, round, a little cooler and more mineral than in hotter vintages, but this is definitely charming and easy to like. 3.71pH. Ageing 18 months, 30% new, 70% one and two years.”"

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.”"

Cortonesi La Mannella Brunello di Montalcino is a premium, 100% Sangiovese wine from Tuscany, known for its intense ruby color and complex aromas of raspberry, black cherry, dried herbs, and earthy notes. It is a full-bodied, structured wine with velvety tannins, a slight saltiness, and a long, fruity finish.

Château Haut-Reys is a respected estate in the Graves appellation of Bordeaux, producing approachable, high-value red and white wines on gravel and clay-limestone soils. The red, typically 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, is fruity and structured, while the white is fresh and aromatic, often blending Sauvignon, Sémillon, and Muscadelle.

Château Monconseil-Gazin Blaye Blanc Prestige is a premium oak-aged white Bordeaux , Sauvignon Blanc, sometimes with Semillon) from Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux. It features aromatic citrus, exotic fruit, and toasty oak notes, offering a medium-bodied, creamy texture with high acidity. It is sustainable (Terra Vitis) and pairs well with seafood.

Le Blanc d'Aiguilhe is a premium white Bordeaux wine from Château d'Aiguilhe in the Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux region, owned by Count Stephan von Neipperg. Primarily 100% Sauvignon Blanc (with minor Sauvignon Gris), it is known for its intense citrus, floral notes, mineral-driven, chalky profile, and bright acidity, often described as Loire-like.

Stella Solare de Croix Labrie is a rare, high-end white Bordeaux wine produced by Chateau Croix de Labrie in Saint-Émilion. It is a 60% Sémillon, 20% Sauvignon Blanc, and 20% Sauvignon Gris blend, known for its opulent, full-bodied, and aromatic profile featuring notes of tropical fruit, citrus, and white peach.

The 1982 Château Canon-la-Gaffelière is a highly regarded, mature Saint-Émilion Grand Cru known for its silky texture, medium-bodied profile, and notes of sweet red/black cherries, tobacco, and earthy, rustic spice. Considered a success in a strong vintage, it generally shows a, complex, and developed character with softened tannins, often offering notes of truffle and, occasionally, smoky oak.

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.

Produced by Domaine Jean-Marc Millot, the Côte de Nuits-Villages "Aux Faulques" is a highly regarded single-vineyard Pinot Noir from Comblanchien, known for consistently outperforming its village-level classification.

Alex Moreau’s Chassagne-Montrachet (formerly Domaine Bernard Moreau) is a premier White Burgundy renowned for its balance, combining rich texture with high-toned, vibrant acidity. These Chardonnays, from organically cultivated vines, offer complex notes of white peach, pear, citrus, and toasted hazelnut, with a signature saline, mineral finish.

Domaine Bernard Moreau's Meursault 1er Cru Porusot (often labeled as Porusot-Dessus) is a relatively recent addition to the domaine's lineup, produced from grapes sourced from a specific plot in Meursault. Known for its power and energy, this wine balances the traditional richness of Meursault with Alex Moreau's signature precision and acidity.

Echézeaux is fragrant, fine, full and silky and full of flavour. The 'Cuvée 49' is, as you might expect, from a single parcel of vines in the Echézeaux du Dessus lieu-dit, planted in 1949, so very special. Grands Echézeaux shows richness and opulence, in a plump softer style.

Domaine Fourrier Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru "La Perrière" is a highly elegant, aromatic Pinot Noir from a top producer known for purity. It typically shows intense red fruit (cherries, raspberries) with floral hints, underpinned by a distinct, chalky minerality. Known for its silky texture, fine tannins, and long finish, this wine is often described as precise and structured.

Domaine Fourrier Côte de Nuits-Villages "Le Préau" (often labeled Vieille Vigne or Vieilles Vignes) is a highly regarded Pinot Noir produced by Jean-Marie Fourrier in Burgundy, France. It is known for its purity, elegance, and concentration, representing a high-quality, entry-level offering from a top-tier producer of old-vine wines.