Bordeaux
Bordeaux
Château Haut-Sarpe 2015 Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
French Wine
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
French Dessert
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
French Wine
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
French Wine
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.
Château d’Yquem 2005 Sauternes 375mL
French Dessert
Apricot compote, dried fig and orange blossom are layered with wild honey, vanilla and saffron. The palate is rich and intensely sweet, yet racy acidity keeps the texture fresh and precise. Candied ginger, jasmine and citrus peel add lift through the long, polished finish. Serve well chilled in small pours with foie gras, blue cheese, fruit tart or almond pastry.
Château Pichon Longueville Baron 2010 Pauillac
French Wine
Blackberry, cassis and dark plum are layered with liquorice, charcoal and roasted coffee. The palate is dense and concentrated, with mineral-laden black fruit, velvety tannins and enough freshness to keep its scale composed. Menthol, cocoa, mild spice and a briary note add aromatic detail through the long finish. Decant generously and serve with roast beef, lamb, venison or firm aged cheese.
Château Latour 2005 Les Forts de Latour Pauillac
French Wine
Cassis, blackberry and plum are layered with cedar, pencil lead and subtle oak. The palate is dense and medium- to full-bodied, with fine-grained tannins, fresh mineral tension and a clear core of dark fruit. Forest floor, liquorice and tobacco bring savoury depth without dulling the finish. Decant carefully and serve with roast beef, lamb, venison or firm aged cheese.
Château Cheval Blanc 1989 Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
French Wine
Blackberry, plum and cassis are layered with dark chocolate, mocha, tobacco and truffle. The palate is broad and savoury, with a velvety texture, softened tannins and enough freshness to keep the richness poised. Cedar, warm spice and a gentle earthy note emerge through the long finish. Stand the bottle upright before opening, decant carefully for sediment and serve with roast lamb, duck or porcini.
Château Cheval Blanc 1985 Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
French Wine
Mature and expressive, with plum, black cherry and cassis opening into truffle, tobacco, cedar, dried flowers and warm baking spice. The palate is plush and sensuous, with softened tannins, gentle freshness and a long earthy finish. Its savoury complexity is now as prominent as the remaining fruit, so careful service matters. Stand the bottle upright before opening, decant gently for sediment and pair with roast lamb, duck or mushroom dishes.
Caves de Rauzan 2024 Fleur Entre-Deux-Mers Blanc
French White
Bright and finely balanced, with sherbet lemon and grapefruit lifted by ripe apricot, peach and a hint of pineapple. The palate is fresh and lightly rounded, bringing brisk citrus acidity into balance with soft stone-fruit weight. A clean, lively finish makes this an easy match for oysters, shellfish, grilled white fish or fresh goat cheese.
La Gravette de Certan 2015 Pomerol
French Red
Dark berries, plum and sweet red fruit lead, with rose petals, violet, iodine and spice adding lift. The palate is medium- to full-bodied and supple, shaped by integrated tannins, fresh acidity and a polished texture through an intense, focused finish. Decant and serve with roast lamb, duck or mushroom dishes.
Château Faugères 2015 Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
French Red
Blackcurrant, black raspberry and plum lead, with mint, licorice, coffee, tobacco and spice adding depth. The palate is full-bodied and plush, its ripe dark fruit framed by bright acidity and well-integrated tannins through a long, mineral finish. Decant and serve with roast lamb, braised beef or aged cheese.
Clarendelle 2022 Bordeaux Rosé
French Rosé
Raspberry, strawberry and redcurrant lead, with delicate florals and mint adding freshness. The palate is dry and well balanced, combining bright berry fruit with a smooth texture and lively acidity. Clean and gently savoury through the finish, it suits grilled salmon, summer vegetables, charcuterie, soft cheeses or a chilled glass before dinner.
Cailleteau Bergeron 2022 Tradition
French Red
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.
Brague Claire De Lune 2024 Bordeaux
French Red
A light, bright Bordeaux red with very gentle tannins and an easy, chilled-drinking style. The palate is fresh and luminous rather than heavily structured, making it unusually versatile at the table and especially comfortable with seafood, grilled fish or aromatic dishes. Serve it lightly chilled for aperitifs, summer lunches or any occasion calling for a softer red.
Grand Vin de Leoville du Marquis de las Cases 2010
French Red
A monumental Saint-Julien with deep cassis, blackcurrant and plum, joined by cedar, cigar box, graphite, clove and mineral notes. The full-bodied palate is tightly structured, layering powerful dark fruit over firm, finely grained tannins and vibrant acidity. Long and classical through the finish, it deserves a generous decant alongside prime beef, venison or lamb.
Chateau Haut Bailly Grand Cru Classe 2019
French Red
A refined Cabernet-led Pessac-Léognan with cassis, black cherry and plum, layered with violet, tobacco, cedar, graphite and crushed stone. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, yet sleek and composed, with fine tannins and fresh acidity carrying the fruit into a persistent mineral finish. Decant before serving with roast beef, lamb or duck.
Château Haut-Brion 1990 Pessac-Leognan
French Red
Opulent and mature, with ripe blackcurrant, mulberry and red currant layered with cedar, fine leather, tobacco, mushroom, chocolate and warm spice. The full-bodied palate is round and concentrated, balancing sweet fruit with fresh acidity, mature silky tannins and excellent depth. A long, pure finish follows; decant for about two hours and serve with beef tenderloin or roast lamb.
Pétrus 1998 Pomerol
French Red
Intense and opulent, with plum, blackberry, blueberry and chocolate-coated cherry framed by truffle, flowers, smoke, liquorice and a cool menthol lift. Full-bodied and concentrated, the palate is rich yet polished, with silky texture, fresh acidity and a long, limestone-tinged finish. Allow two to three hours in a decanter and serve with beef, lamb or truffle-accented dishes.
Château Lafite Rothschild 1983 Pauillac
French Red
Supple, fresh and ready to enjoy, with cedar, tobacco and stone giving way to cassis, cranberry and ripe red fruit. The palate is medium-bodied, elegant and silky, balancing sweet fruit with savoury herbs, lead-pencil detail and a gently smoky edge. Little aeration is needed; pour carefully from a settled bottle and pair with roast chicken, veal or grilled mushrooms.
Château Mouton Rothschild 2014 Pauillac
French Red
Concentrated yet finely controlled, with cassis, dark berries, violet and lead pencil layered over restrained creamy oak and savoury herbs. The full-bodied palate has freshness, polished texture and sweet, ripe tannins, while mineral detail and spice carry the long finish. Still youthful, it benefits from three to four hours in a decanter before serving with grilled beef or lamb.
Chateau Leoville Las Cases 1991 Saint-Julien
French Red
Mature and finely composed, with cassis, pencil lead and damp earth rising from the glass. A trace of burning ember adds warmth without obscuring the fruit. The palate is concentrated yet harmonious, bringing cigar box and dark berries through integrated tannins. The finish is dry and measured, with cedar, mineral and blackcurrant lingering in a distinctly classical, savoury frame.
Château Lanbersac Puisseguin-Saint-Émilion 375 mL
French Red
Blackberry, black plum and ripe cherry lead a Merlot-based Bordeaux with baking spice, cedar and an earthy note. The palate is full of fruit, with rich texture and firm, chalky tannins providing structure. Pepper, clove and toasted oak add savoury detail. Dark fruit and tannic dryness carry the long, chewy finish, balancing generous fruit with a firm core.
Château Perron 2020 Lalande-de-Pomerol
French Red
Ripe 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 Leoville Las Cases 1983 Saint-Julien
French Red
Firm and classically mature, opening with cedar, tobacco and cigar box over bright red berries and black cherry. Ash, damp forest floor and a cool earthy note add savoury detail. The palate is medium to full in weight, with rustic tannins giving the fruit a disciplined frame. A long, dry finish returns to cedar, leaf and red fruit with a distinctly traditional profile.
Chateau Leoville Las Cases 1982 Saint-Julien
French Red
Classic and commanding, with blackcurrant, cedar, lead pencil and forest-floor notes unfolding over tobacco and spice. The palate is full-bodied and concentrated, yet vibrant, with cassis and blackberry held by firm, mature tannins and a clear mineral line. Time in the glass brings greater lift and aromatic detail without softening its structure entirely. The finish is exceptionally long and intense, carrying dark fruit, cigar box and cool savoury depth.
Chateau Cos d’Estournel 2003 Saint-Estephe
French Red
Lush and concentrated, with cassis, black cherry and ripe dark plum framed by cigar box, tobacco and warm spice. The palate is full-bodied and velvety, carrying dense black fruit with freshness and finely polished tannins. Truffle, smoke and a mineral note add savoury depth as the wine opens. The finish is long and opulent, returning to dark berries, cedar, licorice and spice without losing definition.
Chateau Leoville Las Cases 1995 Saint-Julien
French Red
Mature yet still vigorous, with black cherry, cassis and dark red fruit joined by spice, cigar wrapper and a savoury mineral edge. The palate is full-bodied and concentrated, carrying ripe tannins with impressive freshness and depth. Dark fruit remains at the centre while tobacco and stone add classical Left Bank detail. The finish is dense, long and chewy, with power held in a polished frame.
Chateau Leoville Las Cases 1999 Saint-Julien
French Red
Medium-bodied and classically reserved, with cranberry, cassis and black cherry joined by tobacco and damp earth. Vanilla and discreet toasted oak add polish without masking the fruit. The palate is bright and linear, with sweet tannins giving shape to a leaner profile. The finish is dry and persistent, carrying currant, cedar and tobacco through a restrained, savoury close.
Chateau Leoville Barton 2005 Saint-Julien
French Red
Blackberry, cassis and kirsch lead a deep, structured profile, joined by candied violet, wood smoke and cardamom. The palate is full and concentrated, with grainy tannins and fresh acidity framing the dark fruit. Cedar, graphite and leather bring classic savoury depth. The finish is long and persistent, returning to blackcurrant, spice and polished mineral tension rather than overt sweetness.