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Château Méjean 2019 Graves
French Red
A structured Graves with blackberry and cassis, joined by sweet spice, hazelnut and a lightly earthy bark note. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, with succulent dark fruit framed by firm, polished tannins. Flavourful and composed on the finish, it is a natural partner for grilled beef, roast lamb, mushrooms or aged hard cheese.
Château Les Trois Croix 2019 Fronsac
French Red
A polished Fronsac with sun-warmed blackberry, cocoa and vanilla over an earthy mineral note. The palate is generous yet composed, with smooth tannins carrying the dark fruit into a long, gently savoury finish. Its balance of ripeness and structure suits roast beef, braised lamb, mushrooms or an unhurried dinner built around deeply flavoured dishes.
Château La Lagune 2019 Haut-Médoc
French Red
Dense and deeply aromatic, opening with fragrant blackcurrant, blackberry and black cherry alongside plum, rose petal and sweet pipe tobacco. The palate is polished and supple, with ripe fruit, cedar and dark chocolate framed by freshness and fine tannins. A balanced, lifted finish keeps the wine poised rather than heavy.
Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2002 Pessac-Léognan
French Red
Intensely aromatic, with dark cherry at the centre and a generous frame of polished oak. Concentrated and long, the palate has substantial dark fruit, measured power and a firm, savoury structure that benefits from air. Give it about four hours in a decanter to open fully, then serve with roast beef, lamb or other simply seasoned red meat.
Château Cheval Blanc 2018 Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
French Red
Deeply coloured and remarkably composed, with black cherry, blackberry and stewed plum lifted by violet, raspberry, mint and rose. Earthy notes of truffle, cocoa and damp soil add depth. The palate is dense yet fresh, framed by firm, fine-grained tannins and a long, mineral finish that feels precise rather than heavy.
Château Margaux 2011 Margaux
French Red
Violet and delicate spice lift a fragrant mix of black cherry, blackberry and cassis, with mocha, smoke and truffle adding depth. Concentrated yet graceful, the palate is soft and refined, with velvety fruit, smooth tannins and a long, caressing finish. Give it four to five hours in a decanter and serve with spiced lamb, duck or mushroom dishes.
Chateau Latour 1989 Pauillac
French Red
Evolved dark ruby with amber at the rim, offering ripe black cherry, currant, caramel, coffee, cedar and spice. The palate is medium-bodied, cohesive and smooth, with black fruit, gravel, graphite and pencil-box detail. Gentle grip and satisfying depth carry the savoury fruit into a composed, quietly persistent finish.
Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2011 Pessac-Léognan
French Red
Dense and classically shaped, with cassis and ripe dark fruit joined by cedar, tobacco, earth, smoke, coffee and dried red fruit. The palate is rich and complex, combining bright freshness with firm ripe tannins, fine balance and a tightly wound, very long finish. Allow three to five hours in a decanter and serve with venison, beef or roast lamb.
Château Haut-Brion 2004 Pessac-Leognan
French Red
Refined and restrained, with blackcurrant, black cherry and savoury dark fruit joined by graphite, cedar, smoke, cigar box and mineral notes. Medium-bodied and focused, the palate combines fresh acidity with fine, well-integrated tannins, measured concentration and notable vitality. The finish is long and pure; decant for about four hours and serve with simply prepared beef or lamb.
Cos d’Estournel 2015 Saint-Estèphe
French Red
Blackberry, plum and cassis open with nutmeg, clove and dried flowers. Full-bodied yet finely controlled, the palate layers ripe dark fruit over ultra-fine tannins, with tobacco, wet earth and subtle Asian spice adding depth. The texture is rich but polished, carrying the wine toward a long, elegant and beautifully integrated finish.
Château Haut-Brion 1995 Pessac-Leognan
French Red
Deep and refined, with blackcurrant, plum and blackberry joined by graphite, cedar, tobacco leaf, leather, earth and subtle smoke. The palate is full-bodied yet elegant, combining ripe dark fruit with polished, still-present tannins, bright acidity and mineral precision. A long, savoury finish rewards about three hours in a decanter; serve with roast lamb, veal or game birds.
Château Margaux 1998 Margaux
French Red
Mature garnet with a fine amber rim, offering blackcurrant, dried plum and fig alongside mint, cedar and an earthy gunflint note. The palate is elegant and layered, combining graceful bottle-aged complexity with polished tannins, fresh acidity and a restrained core of dark fruit. Long and composed on the finish, it opens beautifully with a thoughtful decant.
Château Lafite Rothschild 1998 Pauillac
French Red
Deep garnet with a faint brick edge, showing cassis and dark berry layered with sandalwood, cedar, tobacco and subtle mineral spice. The palate is concentrated yet remarkably poised, with polished fruit, fine-grained tannins and fresh acidity carried through a long, savoury finish. Give it generous air before serving with roast lamb, beef or earthy mushroom dishes.
Château Lafite Rothschild 1995 Pauillac
French Red
Classically restrained, with blackcurrant and dark berry layered with cedar, tobacco, coconut, woodsmoke and a faint vanilla note. Medium- to full-bodied, the palate is focused and finely structured, balancing fresh fruit with a firm tannic edge and polished savoury detail. The finish is long, smoky and composed; decant before serving with roast lamb or beef.
Château Haut-Vigneau 2015 Blaye 1.5L (Magnum)
French Red
Matured raspberry, strawberry and blueberry lead a full, expressive nose, with mineral detail and restrained oak in support. The palate is warm, round and rich, yet soft in texture, carrying the fruit with an easy, composed feel. A long, silky finish completes the profile. Serve with roast beef, veal or game.
Château Croix-Mouton 2016 Bordeaux Supérieur
French Red
Crushed violet, ripe black cherry and cassis give the bouquet an elegant, perfumed lift. Medium-bodied and fresh, the palate layers sappy black fruit over well-judged acidity, with saline and black olive notes adding savoury definition. The finish remains bright and poised, making this an easy match for roast lamb, duck or grilled mushrooms.
Eric Bordelet Sidre Brut
French Cider
Fine natural bubbles rise through a bright golden colour, with fresh apple, quince, white flowers and delicate spice on the nose. Dry and crisp on the palate, it balances lively acidity with subtle bittersweet notes. Around twenty traditional apple varieties are used, and fermentation occurs naturally without chaptalisation. Fruit, freshness and structure remain in balance, while the finish is long and clean.
Eric Bordelet Sidre Brut Tendre
French Cider
Fine, persistent bubbles carry ripe apple, quince, pear, white flowers and gentle baking spice. The palate is generous yet refreshing, bringing crisp acidity together with orchard fruit and a delicate measure of natural sweetness. It is made from around twenty traditional cider-apple varieties grown on ancient schist soils in southern Normandy. The finish is clean and harmonious, with fruit, freshness and gentle sweetness held in balance.
Chateau Mouton Rothschild 2003 Pauillac
French Red
Rich and opulent, opening with intense blackcurrant, ripe dark plum and cassis before cedar, tobacco leaf, vanilla and warm spice emerge. Full-bodied and concentrated, the palate carries generous fruit on polished tannins with enough freshness to keep the texture poised. A subtle floral lift brightens the long, savoury finish. Decant and serve with roast lamb or beef.
Chateau Haut-Brion 1999 Pessac-Leognan
French Red
Deep red in colour, opening with red and black berries, mulberry and cherry, joined by woody vanilla, light caramel and liquorice. The palate is soft, harmonious and beautifully proportioned, with concentrated fruit and finely integrated structure. Gentle sweetness and poised freshness carry the balanced, persistent finish with exceptional charm.
Guigal 2012 Ermitage Ex Voto Blanc
French White
White flowers, acacia honey and hawthorn blossom lead a powerful, aromatic nose, with toasted notes adding depth. The palate is rich and concentrated, layered with white peach, melon, citrus and gentle nuttiness. A dense, rounded texture is balanced by mineral tension, carrying subtle spice through the long, persistent finish.
Guigal 2020 La Mouline Cote Rotie
French Red
Ruby red with vermilion highlights, opening on intensely aromatic small red fruits, blackberry and violet. The palate is supple and silky, balancing generous blueberry fruit with dried spice, savoury depth and finely woven tannins. Full-bodied yet graceful, it carries lively acidity and quiet mineral tension into a long, plush finish.
Guigal 2020 La Landonne Cote Rotie
French Red
Deep red-black in colour, with powerful aromas of small black fruits, liquorice, roasted notes and fragrant spice. The palate is rich, round and velvety, bringing concentrated dark fruit, black pepper and savoury depth. Dense structure and ripe tannins build through the centre, while fresh acidity carries the remarkably long, composed finish.
Guigal 2020 La Turque Cote Rotie
French Red
Blackberry, blueberry and raspberry meet smoked meat, graphite and dark chocolate, with violet, incense and flint lifting the bouquet. The palate is concentrated yet remarkably balanced, carrying ripe black fruit through fine, dusty tannins and a long mineral finish. Powerful but poised, it suits slow-roasted lamb, venison or beef.
Vaudon Fine Rare Fins Bois Cognac
French Brandy
Jasmine and banana open with a gentle floral lift and fresh pear. The palate is soft and silky, carrying delicate fruit through a clean, pure texture. Ginger and anise add a cool spicy edge without disturbing the balance. The finish is long and graceful, leaving pear, flowers and a lightly refreshing note of spice and poise.
Château Mouton Rothschild 1998 Pauillac
French Red
Powerful and still youthful, with crème de cassis and dark fruit layered with pencil lead, roasted espresso, tobacco, smoke, saddle leather and Indian spice. Full-bodied and concentrated, the palate combines depth with fresh structure, fine tannins and a long savoury drive. Decant for about ninety minutes and serve with roast beef, lamb or venison.
Chateau Rieussec 2003 Sauternes
French Dessert
Marmalade, quince and vanilla open a rich, aromatic profile, followed by coconut, candied orange peel and dried mango. The palate is medium to full in body, with honeyed sweetness held in check by lively acidity and a fine mineral line. Spiced pear and toasted almond deepen the centre. The finish is long and precise, leaving citrus, stone fruit and warm spice.
Chateau Rieussec 2002 Sauternes
French Dessert
White flowers and dried honey lead a restrained aroma, followed by peach skin and a light lanolin note. The palate is fuller and more expressive, bringing mango, clementine and spice-tinged honey into fresh acidity and a rounded, balanced texture. Orange marmalade and candied ginger add depth without heaviness. The finish remains poised, lingering on apricot, citrus, saffron and gentle spice.
Chateau Rieussec 1998 Sauternes
French Dessert
Deep gold and richly layered, with candied apricot, honeyed fig and marmalade opening into toasted almond, saffron and gentle oak. The palate is concentrated yet composed, balancing dried lemon peel, pear and marzipan with mature earthy detail. Fresh acidity keeps the sweetness precise. The finish is long and persistent, carrying honey, vanilla, citrus and a subtle savoury lift.