Château de Beaucastel is one of the most historic estates of the Southern Rhône and has been owned by the Perrin family for several generations. The château is renowned for producing some of the... most age worthy wines of Châteauneuf du Pape, with vineyards planted on the famous galets roulés soils that help retain warmth and encourage full ripening of the grapes. Hommage à Jacques Perrin is the estate’s flagship cuvée, created in tribute to Jacques Perrin and produced only in the finest vintages. The wine is made predominantly from old vine Mourvèdre with smaller proportions of Grenache, Syrah and Counoise, giving the wine remarkable depth, structure and longevity. The 2020 vintage in Châteauneuf du Pape produced wines of excellent balance and concentration. At Beaucastel the result is a powerful yet refined wine that reflects both the pedigree of the estate and the character of the vintage. Château de Beaucastel Hommage à Jacques Perrin 2020 tasting notes Château de Beaucastel Hommage à Jacques Perrin 2020 shows intense aromas of blackberry, black cherry and plum, layered with notes of spice, leather, garrigue and dark chocolate. On the palate the wine is rich and structured, with dense fruit supported by firm but refined tannins. The finish is long and complex, highlighting the depth and ageing potential of this exceptional cuvée. Large format This 300cl double magnum offers outstanding potential for long term cellaring. The great wines of Châteauneuf du Pape are known for developing remarkable complexity with age, and in large formats the wine matures more slowly, preserving freshness while allowing the layers of fruit, spice and savoury character to unfold gradually. Drinking window 2030 to 2060+ A rare large format of one of the Rhône Valley’s most iconic wines, highly sought after by collectors and ideal for extended ageing.

Château Lynch-Bages is one of the most recognised estates of Pauillac and has been owned by the Cazes family since the 1930s. The property sits on the Bages plateau, where deep gravel soils provide... ideal conditions for Cabernet Sauvignon and help produce wines with the structure and character typical of the appellation. The vineyard is planted predominantly with Cabernet Sauvignon, supported by Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Careful vineyard management and precise winemaking have helped establish Lynch Bages as one of the most consistent producers in the Médoc. The 2021 vintage in Bordeaux required careful work in the vineyard and a measured approach in the cellar. At Lynch Bages the result is a wine that reflects the strengths of the estate, showing purity of fruit, balance and classic Pauillac character. Château Lynch Bages 2021 tasting notes Château Lynch Bages 2021 shows aromas of cassis, blackberry and red plum, with notes of cedar, graphite and subtle spice. On the palate the wine is structured and refined, with fresh dark fruit supported by firm but well integrated tannins. The balance and precision of the wine give it the ability to develop further complexity in bottle. Large format This 300cl double magnum offers excellent ageing potential. Wines from Pauillac are known for evolving gracefully with time, and in large formats the wine matures more slowly, allowing the structure and classic Cabernet Sauvignon character to develop gradually. Drinking window 2028 to 2045 The 2021 vintage offers a clear reminder that the mark of a great estate is not simply producing outstanding wines in easy years, but making balanced and characterful wines in more challenging conditions. Château Lynch Bages 2021 is a fine wine bargain from one of Pauillac’s most dependable producers and an appealing option for collectors.

Lisa Perrotti-Brow, Wine Advocate 84 Points The 2015 Poujeax is medium to deep garnet-purple in color with some spices on the nose over a core of red cherries and black plums plus a hint of charcoal.... It's medium-bodied and uncomplicated in the mouth with a decent fruit core and chewy tannins. James Suckling 92-93 Points Shows excellent depth of fruit with chewy and polished tannins. Full and very long. Gorgeous length. Steven Spurrier Decanter 90 Points Big, plummy but lifted Cabernet-Merlot flavours. Shows the usual richness of Poujeaux with more finesse and grip this year. Drink: 2021-2032