Bordeaux
Château de Fargues 2003 Sauternes 750 mL
Deep gold with amber highlights introduces very ripe yellow fruit, candied apricot, roasted peach and mango. Honey, light caramel, vanilla and sweet spice add further aromatic detail. The palate is full and enveloping, with pronounced sweetness carried by structure. Candied fruit, honey, marzipan and spice continue into a long, warm and persistent finish, preserving the richness of the documented profile.
Château L’Église-Clinet 1999 Pomerol 750 mL
Mature and understated, with black cherry, smoke and forest floor leading the nose. Earth and leather add depth, while a thread of freshness keeps the profile from feeling tired. The palate is medium-bodied and supple, its fruit now fully integrated with soft tannins and restrained savoury detail. Subtle spice appears toward the close, and the finish is measured rather than forceful, leaving dark cherry, smoke and underbrush behind.
Leoville Poyferre 2003 Saint-Julien 750 mL
Ripe blackcurrant and dark plum lead a broad, mature profile, with tobacco ash, cedar and graphite bringing classic savoury detail. The palate is full and generous, shaped by powdery tannins and a measured mineral line. Warm-vintage richness is present, yet the wine remains clean and composed, with enough freshness to keep the fruit defined. The finish is long and complex, carrying cassis, plum skin and fine earthy spice.
Château Brane-Cantenac 2009 Margaux 750 mL
Warm black plum, Morello cherry and mulberry lead an expressive, mature profile. Blackberry and dark cherry remain clear through the palate, joined by earth, cedar and a restrained touch of vanilla. The texture is polished and balanced, with fresh acidity and resolved tannins carrying the fruit rather than masking it. Gentle spice builds toward a composed, savoury finish with lingering dark berries and fine mineral detail.
Château Haut-Bailly 2005 Pessac-Léognan 750 mL
Mature and composed, with blackcurrant, blackberry and dark plum framed by graphite, tobacco and worn leather. The palate is generous without becoming heavy, its ripe fruit held in place by fine, persistent tannins and a savoury mineral line. Cedar and earth emerge with air, while measured acidity keeps the texture fresh. The finish is long and quietly complex, carrying dark fruit, pencil lead and gentle spice.
Château Beychevelle 1986 Saint-Julien 750 mL
Kirsch, cassis and damson rise from a mature bouquet edged with eucalyptus, sandalwood and light smoke. The palate is concentrated and broad, with earth-streaked black fruit held by a firm tannic frame and fresh acidity. Cedar, fennel and a subtle truffle note add complexity as the wine opens. Medium-bodied yet persistent, it closes with focus, savoury depth and composed balance.
Château Figeac 1995 Saint-Émilion Premier Grand Cru Classé 750 mL
A concentrated bouquet of roasted coffee, truffle and ripe blackberry opens into tobacco, black olive and tea. The palate is elegant and medium-bodied, with resolved tannins and fresh acidity giving shape to the mature fruit. Subtle leather, earth and savoury detail emerge with air. Velvety and harmonious, it carries its complexity through a long, composed finish without losing freshness.
Château Figeac 2009 Saint-Émilion Grand Cru 750 mL
Layered and composed, with black cherry, cassis and dark plum opening into violet, graphite, tobacco and a subtle earthy note. The palate is full yet measured, carried by fresh acidity and fine, velvety tannins rather than sheer weight. Coffee, toast and spice emerge with air, while the finish stays mineral, persistent and quietly savoury. A mature Saint-Émilion with depth, perfume and poise.
Lillet Blanc NV
Candied orange, honey and exotic fruit rise over pine resin, lemon, jasmine and fresh mint. The palate is full and rounded at first, then turns lively as citrus and a measured herbal bitterness bring definition. A wine-based aperitif with freshness rather than overt weight, it carries orange and honey through a long finish, leaving a clean, gently bitter edge.
Château Léoville Las Cases 2010 Le Petit Lion du Marquis de Las Cases Saint-Julien 750 mL
Blackcurrant, blackberry and red cherry lead, lifted by violet and a fresh redcurrant note. Cedar, tobacco, liquorice and dark chocolate add savoury depth. The palate is elegant and medium-bodied, with lively acidity giving the ripe fruit a firm, energetic line. Fine-grained structure keeps the finish precise and composed, carrying kirsch, spice and gentle roasted detail without excess weight.
Château La Fleur de Boüard 2016 Lalande-de-Pomerol 1.5 L
Black cherry and cassis lead, with ripe blackcurrant, dark plum and a restrained note of spice. Oyster shell and cold flint add a savoury mineral edge. The palate is medium-bodied, smooth and supple, its generous fruit held by structured yet polished tannins. Subtle vanilla and chocolate deepen the middle without overwhelming the fruit. The finish is long, rounded and composed, retaining freshness and fine mineral detail.
Château Lafon-Rochet 2017 Saint-Estèphe 750 mL
Cherry, licorice and lightly toasted notes open with a measured peppery lift. The palate is fleshy and smooth, framed by silky tannins and a clear line of tangy freshness. Ripe fruit and savoury detail remain balanced rather than heavy, with the texture becoming more polished through the middle. The finish is composed and persistent, returning to licorice while retaining freshness and gentle sweetness.
Château Haut-Bergey 2005 Pessac-Léognan Red Blend 750 mL
Blackberry and currant open with cedar, leather, forest floor and a measured touch of cinnamon and clove. Medium-full and focused, the palate carries ripe red and black fruit over chalky, fine-grained tannins and lively acidity. Tobacco, liquorice and smoky earth add savoury depth without weighing it down. Mature yet still composed, it finishes long and mineral, with dried cherry, orange peel and gentle spice.
Château Malescot St-Exupéry 2015 Margaux 750 mL
Steeped plum, fig and blackberry open with lilac, oyster-shell minerality and finely integrated oak. The palate is rich and composed, its dark fruit framed by mocha, vanilla and a discreet savoury edge. Velvety tannins carry the wine with power but preserve Margaux's floral refinement. The finish is long and harmonious, lingering on black fruit, violet, warm spice and mineral detail.
Le Clarence de Haut-Brion 2010 Graves 750 mL
Fresh red berries emerge after a little air, joined by cocoa and finely measured spice. The palate opens soft and composed, then gains depth through concentrated fruit and a firm but polished structure. Merlot gives the centre a supple feel, while the Cabernet varieties add shape, freshness and length. The finish is persistent and balanced, carrying red fruit, cocoa and subtle savoury detail with a calm, refined character.
Château Haut-Sarpe 2015 Saint-Émilion Grand Cru 750 mL
Spicy red fruit and ripe red plum sit at the centre, with liquorice adding a darker, savoury thread. The palate is medium-bodied and crisp, shaped by lively acidity and a gently tart, traditional profile. Fine tannins give the fruit a measured frame without heaviness. The finish stays clean and composed, carrying plum, spice and liquorice with restrained persistence.
Château de Fargues 1999 Sauternes 750 mL
Fresh apricot and passion fruit open with saffron, vanilla and a fine roasted-botrytis character. The palate is rich and generous, bringing candied fruit and warm spice around a smooth, flowing texture. Acidity is measured rather than sharp, and the wine gains freshness and aromatic precision with air. The finish is expansive and persistent, returning to passion fruit, roasted notes and a subtle hint of orange peel.
La Croix de Beaucaillou 2010 Saint-Julien 750 mL
Dark cherry, boysenberry and cassis open with crushed violet, dark plum and a touch of date. The palate is rich and generous, with cigar box, pencil lead, iron and warm spice adding classical Left Bank detail. Firm, integrated tannins give the wine shape, while fresh acidity keeps the finish precise and persistent. Decant before serving with roast lamb, beef tenderloin, duck or mature cheese.
Dame de Montrose 2018 Saint-Estephe 750 mL
Bright, intense ruby with blueberry, blackcurrant and Morello cherry at the centre. Fig and dried fruit add depth, while integrated oak and delicate spice remain in the background. The palate is opulent yet refined, built around silky tannins and a clear, structured line. Dark fruit carries into a long, powerful finish. Decant and serve with roast beef, lamb, duck or earthy mushroom dishes.
Cailleteau Bergeron 2012 Tradition
A rich, fruit-forward Bordeaux blend with ripe blackberry, plum and black cherry, complemented by subtle spice. The palate is medium-bodied and smooth, with soft tannins and balanced acidity carrying the juicy dark fruit into a lingering finish. Approachable but composed, it is a natural match for roast beef, burgers, mushrooms or firm cheese.