France
Baumard 2023 La Caleche
Low yields, hand harvesting and farmed according to organic principles. 9 months in vats on fine lees.
Aromas of pears, lemons, peaches and honey with floral and mineral hints. Great tension on the palate, which is pure with persistence and incredible precision. An easy wine to drink with well-balanced acidity and great structure.
Marquis D’Alesme 2018 Margaux
55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, and 5% each of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot aging in 65% new oak
96 Points, Robert Parker: Deep purple-black in color, it leaps from the glass with bold, expressive black cherries, warm plums, crème de cassis and red roses scents with touches of baking spices, potpourri and fragrant earth. Full-bodied, rich and opulent, it completely fills the palate with hedonic black fruit preserves and spices, framed by firm, velvety tannins and finishing with fantastic length.
95 Points, Wine Spectator: Gorgeous mouthfeel right from the first sip, with a velvety, fine-grained texture that lets the range of dark plum, black currant and blackberry fruit flavors splay out without losing focus, while mouthwatering black tea, alder and mineral notes wait gracefully in reserve, showing just a hint, for now, of what they can do on the finish.
Glantenay 2021 Volnay
Moulin Borie 2015 Listrac Medoc
Mas Gabinele 2022 Faugeres
Cailleteau Bergeron 2012 Tradition
Brague 2018 Bordeaux Superieur
Brague Claire De Lune 2024 Bordeaux
L’Amaurigue 2024 Fleur Cotes De Provence
Grand Vin de Leoville du Marquis de las Cases 2010
Château Léoville Las Cases 2010 is a monumental Saint-Julien from the estate’s celebrated Grand Enclos. Deep cassis, blackcurrant, plum, cedar, cigar box, graphite, clove and mineral notes unfold with air, showing the concentration and complexity of this outstanding vintage.
Full-bodied and tightly structured, it layers powerful dark fruit over firm, finely grained tannins and vibrant acidity. Long, classical and built for the cellar, it deserves a lengthy decant alongside prime beef, venison or lamb.
Chateau Haut Bailly Grand Cru Classe 2019
Château Haut-Bailly Grand Cru Classé is a refined Pessac-Léognan red with the estate’s characteristic balance of perfume, graphite and poise. Cabernet-led notes of cassis, black cherry, plum, violet, tobacco, cedar and crushed stone develop into a sleek, savoury palate.
Medium to full-bodied, it is defined by fine tannins, fresh acidity and a persistent mineral finish. Elegant rather than overtly showy, it rewards decanting and pairs well with roast beef, lamb or duck.
Chateau de Beaucastel Chateau du Pape 2020
Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2020 is a classic, Mourvèdre-led Southern Rhône red that shows the estate’s trademark depth and savoury complexity. Aromas of black cherry, blackberry, dried rose, lavender, liquorice, leather and garrigue lead into a layered palate of dark fruit, pepper, earth and warm spice.
Full-bodied and structured, it keeps its shape through fresh acidity, firm but polished tannins and a long mineral finish. A serious, ageworthy red for roast lamb, game or slow-braised meats.