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.

The 2019 Château L'Eglise-Clinet is a premier, highly acclaimed Pomerol, renowned as the last masterpiece produced by the late Denis Durantou. A blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc, it offers immense concentration, power, and elegance, featuring notes of black fruit, violet, truffle, and graphite with refined tannins.

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.

Château Lagrange's "Parcellaire Haut Bois" is a special, limited-release single-plot Cabernet Sauvignon from their Saint-Julien estate, known for intense black fruit (cherry, cassis) mixed with spicy, earthy notes, floral hints (violet, rose), and a powerful yet silky structure, often with tobacco, mint, and liquorice undertones, built for aging and showcasing a specific terroir's character, distinct from the main Château Lagrange blend .

The Château Lagrange Heritage Collection 2023 is a limited-edition Saint-Julien red wine created to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the estate's acquisition by the Japanese Suntory group in 1983. This unique cuvée is a modern reinterpretation of the estate's historical blend from that era.

The 1983 Château Lagrange, a Saint-Julien Third Growth (3ème Cru Classé), is described as a classic, savory Bordeaux with firm tannins, earthy notes, and mature black fruit (plum, cassis), showing complexity with hints of leather and pencil shavings, holding up well with age but benefiting from decanting to reveal its depth, reflecting the era when Suntory began its major revitalization of the estate.

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.

Blend: 65% Malbec, 30% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon Drinking Window: 2025–2035 Tasting Note: "Deep garnet with a violet rim. The nose is opulent and expressive, revealing aromas of dark chocolate, vanilla, and freshly ground coffee, interwoven with ripe blackberries, wild blueberries, and a hint of sloe. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and structured, with firm tannins and a balanced freshness. The finish is long and spicy, leaving a lasting impression of dark fruit and subtle oak nuances."

"Le Plus de La Fleur de Boüard" is a rich, full-bodied red wine from Lalande-de-Pomerol that is 100% Merlot, made from the estate's oldest vines. It is known for its aromatic complexity, remarkable elegance, and powerful structure, with a lengthy aging process in new French oak barrels. Key tasting notes include cassis, black cherry, and hints of chocolate, smoke, and truffle, balanced by a fresh, vibrant acidity and a persistent finish.

Domaine A.F. Gros Bourgogne Pinot Noir is a structured, vibrant, and elegant Pinot Noir from France's Burgundy region, characterized by red fruit notes like strawberry, raspberry, and cherry, complemented by earthy, spicy, and subtle vanilla or woody oak nuances. It offers a harmonious balance of fruit-forward character and refined, silky tannins, with a fresh, clean finish and good aging potential. The wine is made from grapes grown in high-quality appellations and is aged in French oak barrels, with a percentage of new oak used to add complexity and soften tannins.

The AF Gros Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits Blanc is a fresh, mineral-driven Chardonnay from elevated limestone-rich vineyards near Arcenant, characterized by aromas of green apple, citrus, and white flowers, with a crisp, clean palate and a chalky, well-balanced finish. It is known for its lively acidity and youthful character, offering a bright, approachable expression of its terroir.

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: 73% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot, and 4% Cabernet Franc Drinking Window: 2026 - 2050 96 Points - James Suckling "This wine has a tightness and linear energy, with red currants, herbs, plums and hints of dark chocolate. Medium-bodied with beautiful integration and length. Racy and focused. Just the right amount of wood and fruit with tannins. Second wine of Chateau Margaux."

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."

Ceretto Dolcetto d'Alba Rossana is a dry, organic red wine from Piedmont, Italy, made from 100% Dolcetto grapes. It is characterized by its bright ruby color, and aromas of red fruits (especially cherry), violets, and hints of spice and almonds. On the palate, the wine is juicy, fresh, and balanced with a pleasant, persistent finish, making it a versatile companion for light appetizers, pasta dishes, and young cheeses.

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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 52% Sauvignon Blanc 39% Sémillon 8% Sauvignon Gris 1% Muscadell Drinking Window: 2023 - 2035 92 Points - William Kelley, Wine Advocate "Harvested in the month of August, the 2022 Aile d’Argent bursts with aromas of gooseberries, white flowers, lime zest and mango. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and enveloping, it's a bright, fleshy Sauvignon Blanc–dominant blend that concludes with a saline finish.”