Bordeaux
Féret-Lambert 2018 Bordeaux Supérieur Magnum
$95.99A fresh and expressive Bordeaux with lifted aromas of red cherry, raspberry and blackberry layered with subtle florals, spice and a hint of graphite. The palate is medium-bodied and supple, showing juicy red and dark fruit framed by bright acidity and fine, lightly grippy tannins that add structure without heaviness. Clean and approachable yet nicely focused, finishing with a savoury, mineral edge and an easy, food-friendly charm.
Château La Commanderie 2019 Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
$81.99Ripe blackberry, cassis and red berries lead the aroma, joined by spice and a gentle smoky note. Fresh acidity gives the palate lift and keeps the dark fruit clearly defined. Black and red fruit unfold in measured layers, with the spice adding depth through the middle. The finish is persistent and balanced, carrying cassis, red berries and a restrained smoky echo.
Château Tour Pibran 2019 Pauillac
$81.99Plum and sweet berry aromas lead, joined by loamy earth and a clear note of licorice. The palate is medium to full-bodied, ample and velvety, with polished tannins supporting a succulent core of fruit. Sweet berry and plum stay at the centre, while soil and licorice provide contrast. The final impression is generous and fruit-led, with the earthy notes remaining clearly defined.
Dalem 2018 Fronsac
$79.99Deep garnet-purple, with baked blueberry, kirsch, redcurrant jelly and earthy truffle aromas. The palate is full-bodied and generous, layering black fruit with brighter red-fruit accents and a firm, velvety structure. A refreshing lift keeps the finish poised. Pair with roast lamb, braised beef, duck or aged hard cheese.
Clos Marsalette 2019 Pessac-Leognan
$77.99A classically structured Pessac-Léognan with blackcurrant, blackberry and graphite, joined by iodine, earth, tar and black tea. The palate is medium-bodied and fresh, with firm, fine-grained tannins giving the dark fruit a precise frame. Savoury and composed through the finish, it benefits from air and suits roast lamb, beef or mushroom-led dishes.
Château Haut-Vigneau 2015 Blaye 1.5L (Magnum)
$76.99Matured 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.
Les Troix Croix 2019 Fronsac
$74.99A 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.
Chateau Senejac 2019 Haut-Medoc
$67.99Smoky blackberry and cassis lead, with pencil shavings, loamy earth and a light coffee note adding savoury detail. The palate is lively and medium to full-bodied, balancing juicy dark fruit with fine, steadily building tannins. Bright and charming rather than heavy, it closes on a saline, mouthwatering finish.
Maison Sichel 2022 Margaux
$67.99Blackcurrant, plum and dark cherry open with violet, cedar and discreet vanilla spice. Concentrated yet elegant, the palate carries generous dark fruit through polished, silky tannins, while fresh acidity preserves lift and definition. Subtle toast and a savoury mineral note add complexity, leading to a persistent, refined finish with measured richness and composure.
Château Le Grand Verdus 2016 Grande Réserve Bordeaux Supérieur
$66.99Dark plum, black cherry and blueberry lead, with tobacco leaf, graphite, dark chocolate and baking spice adding savoury depth. The palate is medium to full-bodied, with rounded fruit, fine tannins and lively acidity keeping the wine composed. Earthy notes linger through a balanced, satisfying finish. Serve with veal chops, roast beef, grilled mushrooms or firm cheese.
Château Rauzan-Gassies 2016 L’Orme de Rauzan-Gassies Haut-Médoc
$64.99Blackcurrant, ripe plum and cherry compote lead into cedar, graphite and dried violet. Silky and medium-bodied, the palate layers blackberry, dark chocolate and tobacco leaf over fine-grained tannins and vivid acidity. Spice, mineral detail and subtle oak carry the smooth, refined finish, balancing generous fruit with measured structure.
Château Perron 2020 Lalande-de-Pomerol
$62.99Ripe blackcurrant opens the aroma, joined by subtle cedar and a graphite-like mineral note. The palate is velvety and dark-fruited, with tobacco leaf and gentle spice adding savoury depth. Medium-to-full in body, it carries well-integrated tannins that give shape without hardness. The finish is lingering and elegant, leaving dark fruit, cedar and restrained earthy detail in a composed, balanced line.
Chateau Fonreaud 2019 Listrac-Medoc
$62.99Ripe blackcurrant and damson lead, joined by dark berries, light coffee bean and a discreet spicy note. The palate is dense yet well balanced, with full-bodied fruit held by firm, ripe tannins and fresh tension. A touch of savoury oak adds depth before a lightly chewy, persistent mineral finish.
Château Côte Montpezat 2009 Cuvée Compostelle
$60.99A mature Castillon red with blackcurrant, plum, cedar and earthy spice. Bottle age has softened the structure while preserving a savoury Bordeaux finish.
Château de Fonbel 2015 Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
$59.99Dark berries and sour cherry lead the aroma, joined by herbal spice, tobacco and a floral note. Red currant follows across the palate, while chocolate adds a darker register and mineral detail runs alongside the fruit. Berries, herbs, tobacco and cocoa continue through the middle. The persistent finish brings red currant and mineral character back into clear focus.
Ferran 2019 Pessac-Leognan
$54.99A fresh Bordeaux red with a full, versatile palate and an easy sense of balance. Merlot brings rounded fruit and breadth, while Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot add structure and savoury definition. The finish is composed rather than heavy, making it a dependable match for roast beef, grilled lamb, mushrooms or firm cheeses.
Pontoise Cabarrus 2019 Haut Medoc
$54.99A Cabernet-led Haut-Médoc with fresh blackberry and blueberry over toasty vanilla spice. The palate is rich but balanced, with dark fruit carried by firm structure and a measured oak note. Give it a little air, then serve with roast beef, grilled lamb, braised dishes or mushrooms; the finish is warm, polished and savoury.
Château Caronne Sainte-Gemme 2019 Haut-Médoc
$52.99Dark and classically structured, with blackberry, blackcurrant and briar framed by cedar, pencil shaving and a touch of loamy earth. The palate is medium to full-bodied, fleshy and supple, with sappy dark fruit, fine powdery tannins and fresh acidity. Dark chocolate, tobacco leaf and white pepper carry the savoury, composed finish.
Doyac 2021 Le Pélican Haut-Médoc
$49.99Le Pélican is the special cuvée or second wine of Château Doyac, crafted to be open-knit and earlier-drinking while retaining the estate’s polished style. It shares Doyac’s modern, fruit-forward character with an extra level of approachability.
In the glass, Le Pélican offers vivid aromas of red and black berries (raspberry, currant, blackberry) along with hints of oak spice and floral notes. The palate is medium-bodied and smooth – expect juicy, punchy fruit flavors that are fresh and easy-going. The tannins here are softer and more immediately supple, allowing the wine’s creamy dark fruit and subtle vanilla-cocoa notes to take center stage. A touch of peppery spice or graphite from the terroir adds interest.
The wine has good balance, with a lively acidity keeping the ripe fruit in check, and a rounded, silky finish that leaves impressions of sweet blackberry and a whisper of oak. As a whole, Le Pélican de Doyac is seductive and crowd-pleasing – it delivers the essence of the Haut-Médoc (cassis, cedar, fine tannin) in a more relaxed, ready-to-enjoy package, making it perfect for drinking while the grand vin ages.
Doyac 2021 Haut-Médoc Cru Bourgeois
$49.99Château Doyac produces a charming, well-balanced Haut-Médoc that has garnered praise in recent years. The wine is fruit-rich and finely tuned – overflowing with plump dark fruits (black cherry, cassis) yet kept lively by good freshness and structure. On the nose it shows aromas of ripe blackberry and plum along with subtle notes of peppery spice, cedar, and cocoa.
The palate is rounded and rich, with a refined, silky texture and supple tannins that give gentle structure. Layers of juicy Merlot-driven fruit are complemented by hints of dark chocolate, sweet spice, and a touch of graphite minerality. Despite the ripeness of fruit, Doyac remains elegant and medium-bodied, not heavy. The finish is impressively long and smooth, with soft tannins and lingering blackcurrant and vanilla notes.
In short, Château Doyac offers lots of fruit, balance and finesse – a modern Haut-Médoc that is full of charm, approachable when young (thanks to its polished tannins), yet with enough depth and acidity to age a bit. The overall impression is one of harmony: a fine core of ripe fruit, gentle oak influence, and a long, elegant close.