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Chateau Fourcas Dupre 2020

Château Fourcas Dupré 2020, vibrant flavors, noting hints of dark cherry, blackberry, and a touch of oak, all balanced with fine tannins and a smooth finish. The estate is based in teh... Listrac-Medoc and has a rich history dating back to the early 19th century.The soils are typically a mix of gravel, sand, and limestone, which contribute to the distinct character of its wines. Wine is made up of a blend of Chabenet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc

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Chateau Fourcas Dupre 2020 150cl

Château Fourcas Dupré 2020, Listrac Médoc – Magnum Château Fourcas Dupré is a well regarded estate in the Listrac Médoc, with a history dating back to the early nineteenth century. The... vineyards are planted on a mix of gravel, sand and limestone soils, well suited to Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, producing wines that combine structure with approachability. The blend is typically led by Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot and a smaller proportion of Cabernet Franc, giving the wine both depth and aromatic complexity. The 2020 vintage in Bordeaux produced wines with excellent ripeness and balance, and at Fourcas Dupré this is reflected in a wine that shows both generosity and freshness. Tasting notes Château Fourcas Dupré 2020 shows vibrant aromas of dark cherry and blackberry, with a touch of oak adding subtle spice and complexity. On the palate the wine is medium bodied and structured, with a firm core of fruit and a slightly chewy texture. Sweet red fruits are supported by fine tannins, with notes of mint and cocoa adding a savoury edge on the finish. The balance between freshness and ripeness gives the wine both immediate appeal and ageing potential. Critic scores 91 points, Jeff Leve Large format In magnum, the wine will age more slowly, allowing the fruit and structure to integrate gradually while preserving freshness over time. Drinking window 2024 to 2038 A well made Listrac Médoc offering classic Left Bank character and excellent value in large format.

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Chateau L’Argenteyre, Medoc 2018

A good value, classic claret from a great 2018 vintage. Chateau Argenteyre is a 27 hectare vineyard, the hidden gem of its appellation. Owned by passionate viticulturalists, Philippe and Giles Reich,... whose painstaking tending of the vines and careful vinification, allow this outstanding terroir to full express itself. A beautiful deep ruby colour, with aromas of blackberry and blueberry alongside toasty, fruity and spicy notes. Well rounded with firm structure and balance, typical of the appellation and from an exceptional vintage. Aged in oak barrels for 12 months – this is perfect for drinking now, has a few more years ahead of it, and is a fantastic price – don’t miss out!

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Chateau La Tour de By, Medoc 2020

Château La Tour de By 2020 is a well regarded Cru Bourgeois estate in the northern Médoc, close to the Gironde estuary. The vineyards are planted on gravel and clay soils, well suited to Cabernet... Sauvignon and Merlot, producing wines with classic Left Bank structure and character. The blend is led by Cabernet Sauvignon (around 60%) with Merlot and a small proportion of Petit Verdot, giving the wine both depth and structure. The 2020 vintage is a strong year in Bordeaux, delivering wines with both ripeness and balance. At La Tour de By this results in a wine that combines generous fruit with freshness and definition. Tasting notes Château La Tour de By 2020 shows aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry and plum, with notes of cedar, vanilla and a touch of spice. On the palate the wine is medium bodied and well balanced, with ripe fruit supported by fine tannins and fresh acidity. There is good depth through the mid palate, with a subtle peppery edge adding complexity, leading to a smooth and persistent finish. A classic Médoc claret that offers balance, approachability and traditional character, ideal for drinking over the medium term.

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Chateau Lafite Rothschild Premier Cru Classe, Pauillac 2005 6x75cl

Small special parcel of the excellent 2005 vintage by the Chateau where it has been aging gently in their cellars for the last 18+ years and will be in perfect condition with new labels and wooden... cases. This adds considerable value to the wine as it also guarantees its provenance. 2005 was one of the great vintages in Bordeaux and especially at Chateau Lafite where it was lauded by the critics with exceptional scores. ‘Absolutely marvellous wine…truly glorious’ – 19.5/20 Jancis Robinson ‘The palate has such freshness and density, with perfectly polished tannins. Slightly leathery, like a wonderful Hermes bag’ - 100 points James Suckling. “An incredible nose, so subtle with red fruits, mint, minerals, and all sorts of flowers give way to Cohiba cigar tobacco. The palate has such freshness and density, with perfectly polished tannins. Slightly leathery, like a wonderful Hermes bag” 100 points. James Suckling For the third year in a row, Bordeaux experienced drought. In other words, not a drop of rain from May to October. As always, however, our good vines, faithful and strong, adapted and overcame these difficult moments. The summer temperatures remained reasonable, and ripening was slow, calm and very complete. The grapes remained small and concentrated. Small quantities, high degrees, a perfect state of health. The most demanding of winegrowers was content. A famously perfect year throughout the growing season. This was the star of the tasting for pure, inherent quality - a truly glorious wine that will presumably continue to impress those lucky enough to taste it for many decades to come. Very dark, shaded crimson. The most gorgeous panoply of aromas on the nose - not yet knit but just starting to integrate. Exceptionally promising. Absolutely marvellous wine that was extremely difficult to spit. Fresh but ripe with great life and energy. The density of fruit covered the considerable charge of tannin. Such verve! So healthy. Some pure stoniness on the mid palate. 19.5/20 Jancis Robinson “Waves of saffron, truffle, black tea and earth set the pace for a remarkably balanced and aromatically-complex wine. This is still a baby at 17 years old, but has reached the level of Lafite character when all is elegance and finesse - the perfect example of how in Bordeaux they don't need excess to deliver something extraordinary. As things relax, you get a luscious, more concentrated core of cassis and bilberry fruit, with cedar, charcoal, violet, raspberry leaf and slate. Fine tannins hold it all in place, you could give this a long carafe to drink now, but the real magic needs another decade or so. Charles Chevallier technical director, and this was the last year with Emile Peynaud as consultant, before Jacques Boissenot took over in 2006. A pair of scales was chosen to decorate the bottle neck to reflect the balance of the vintage”. 98 points Jane Anson -

Pack Size: 6x75cl£3,575 (In Bond)

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Chateau Lafite Rothschild Premier Cru Classe, Pauillac 2005 150cl

Small special parcel of the excellent 2005 vintage by the Chateau where it has been aging gently in their cellars for the last 18+ years and will be in perfect condition with new labels and wooden... cases. This adds considerable value to the wine as it also guarantees its provenance. 2005 was one of the great vintages in Bordeaux and especially at Chateau Lafite where it was lauded by the critics with exceptional scores. ‘Absolutely marvellous wine…truly glorious’ – 19.5/20 Jancis Robinson ‘The palate has such freshness and density, with perfectly polished tannins. Slightly leathery, like a wonderful Hermes bag’ - 100 points James Suckling. “An incredible nose, so subtle with red fruits, mint, minerals, and all sorts of flowers give way to Cohiba cigar tobacco. The palate has such freshness and density, with perfectly polished tannins. Slightly leathery, like a wonderful Hermes bag” 100 points. James Suckling For the third year in a row, Bordeaux experienced drought. In other words, not a drop of rain from May to October. As always, however, our good vines, faithful and strong, adapted and overcame these difficult moments. The summer temperatures remained reasonable, and ripening was slow, calm and very complete. The grapes remained small and concentrated. Small quantities, high degrees, a perfect state of health. The most demanding of winegrowers was content. A famously perfect year throughout the growing season. This was the star of the tasting for pure, inherent quality - a truly glorious wine that will presumably continue to impress those lucky enough to taste it for many decades to come. Very dark, shaded crimson. The most gorgeous panoply of aromas on the nose - not yet knit but just starting to integrate. Exceptionally promising. Absolutely marvellous wine that was extremely difficult to spit. Fresh but ripe with great life and energy. The density of fruit covered the considerable charge of tannin. Such verve! So healthy. Some pure stoniness on the mid palate. 19.5/20 Jancis Robinson “Waves of saffron, truffle, black tea and earth set the pace for a remarkably balanced and aromatically-complex wine. This is still a baby at 17 years old, but has reached the level of Lafite character when all is elegance and finesse - the perfect example of how in Bordeaux they don't need excess to deliver something extraordinary. As things relax, you get a luscious, more concentrated core of cassis and bilberry fruit, with cedar, charcoal, violet, raspberry leaf and slate. Fine tannins hold it all in place, you could give this a long carafe to drink now, but the real magic needs another decade or so. Charles Chevallier technical director, and this was the last year with Emile Peynaud as consultant, before Jacques Boissenot took over in 2006. A pair of scales was chosen to decorate the bottle neck to reflect the balance of the vintage”. 98 points Jane Anson

Pack Size: 1x150cl£1,198 (In Bond)

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Chateau Lafite Rothschild Premier Cru Classe, Pauillac 2000 150cl

Château Lafite Rothschild 2000 has immense power and longevity, with some critics putting the end of its window in the late 2070's. It is very rare in magnum format and ages beautifully. "The nose... is fresh, bright, and dense. With aromas of violets, minerals, spices, cool stones, mint, dark fruits, and plum skins, this is beautiful… This is a wine for the next generation… truly a wine that makes you contemplate life. This is not about power, there is really nothing like it… Do not even think about touching this for another ten years". 100 points James Suckling, February 2011.

Pack Size: 1x150cl£2,000 (In Bond)£2,406.89 (Inc. UK Duty & VAT)

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Chateau Pontet Canet 2020 12x75cl

Château Pontet Canet 2020 is one of the leading wines of Pauillac, produced by Château Pontet Canet, a Fifth Growth estate widely regarded as performing at a far higher level. The vineyard is fully... biodynamically farmed, with gravel soils ideally suited to Cabernet Sauvignon, producing wines of depth, precision and strong ageing potential. The 2020 vintage is a powerful and successful year in Bordeaux, delivering wines with both concentration and balance. At Pontet Canet this results in a wine that combines richness with freshness, showing both structure and refinement. Tasting notes Château Pontet Canet 2020 shows aromas of blackcurrant, black cherry and dark plum, with notes of graphite, cedar, spice and a touch of cocoa. On the palate the wine is full bodied and layered, with concentrated dark fruit supported by ultra fine, silky tannins. There is a sense of both power and precision, with freshness running through the core, leading to a long and mineral driven finish. Critic scores 98 points, James Suckling 97 points, Wine Enthusiast 97 points, The Wine Independent 97 points, Decanter 95+ points, Vinous A benchmark Pauillac that combines depth, elegance and precision, offering both immediate appeal and exceptional long term ageing potential.

Pack Size: 12x75cl£780 (In Bond)£978.91 (Inc. UK Duty & VAT)

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Chateau Pontet-Canet 5eme Cru Classe, Pauillac 2022 300cl

Château Pontet-Canet is one of the leading estates of Pauillac and was classified as a Fifth Growth in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification. Under the ownership of the Tesseron family, the château has... gained a reputation for producing wines of remarkable depth and precision, with vineyards farmed entirely under biodynamic practices. The estate lies on the gravel terraces of Pauillac, where deep Günzian gravel soils provide excellent drainage and are ideally suited to Cabernet Sauvignon. The vineyard is planted predominantly with Cabernet Sauvignon alongside Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The 2022 vintage in Pauillac delivered wines of impressive concentration balanced by freshness and structure. At Pontet-Canet the result is a powerful yet refined wine that reflects both the strength of the vintage and the precision of the estate’s biodynamic vineyard management. Château Pontet-Canet 2022 tasting notes Château Pontet-Canet 2022 shows intense aromas of cassis, blackberry and dark plum, layered with notes of graphite, cedar and subtle spice. On the palate the wine is rich and structured, with dense fruit supported by finely grained tannins and a long, complex finish. The balance between concentration and freshness gives the wine outstanding ageing potential. Critic scores 100 points, Jeb Dunnuck 99 points, James Suckling 97 points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous 96 points, Jane Anson 97–99 points, Lisa Perrotti-Brown, The Wine Independent Large format This 300cl double magnum offers exceptional potential for long term cellaring. The great wines of Pauillac are renowned for developing complexity and finesse with time, and in large formats the wine matures more slowly, preserving freshness while extending the wine’s longevity. Drinking window 2032 to 2060+ A superb large format from one of the most respected estates in Pauillac, ideal for collectors or for extended ageing in the cellar.

Pack Size: 1x300cl£340.86 (In Bond)£425.00 (Inc. UK Duty & VAT)

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Chateau Potensac Mixed Case 2006, 2009, 2010, 2015, 2016, 2018, Medoc NV 6x75cl

Containing 6 bottles from great Médoc vintages, 2006-2009-2010-2015-2016-2018. This mixed case offers a rare opportunity to enjoy delicious, aged Bordeaux from a selection of top vintages. The... Vintages 2006 – A good vintage that was made to last with firm, ripe tannins with cedar-infused red berry fruit. Mature and drinking superbly now. 2016-2028 2009 - One of the great vintages, full bodied, red and black berries, juicy, plush and fresh, delicious drinking now. Drink 2019-2028 2010 - Considered a modern classic vintage, red and black fruits with tons of freshness, drinking well, with a long life ahead. Drink 2020-2033 2015 - A vintage that produced amazing wines with lush fruit and delicate aromatics, crème de cassis, crushed strawberry, pretty. Drink 2019-2030 2016- A true classic character vintage, cassis nose, seamless, beautifully balanced plate, refined, long penetrating finish. Will age with style. Drink 2024-2035 2018 - Deeply concentrated, rolls out of the glass, lively red and black fruits layers, soft tannins. Already drinking beautifully. Drink 2022-2028

Format: 75cl£200.00 (Inc. UK Duty & VAT)

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Chateau Potensac, Medoc 2023 12x75cl

“Beautiful dark fruit with purity and freshness. Medium- to full-bodied, seamless and compact. Outstanding quality of tannins, so fine and dense. It’s muscular and taut on the mid-palate.... Lingering, too. Plenty of energy. Close to 2022.” 93-94 Points James Suckling “The 2023 Potensac is a seriously beautiful wine that shows just how complex and nuanced wines from this property can be. Crushed flowers, spice, red/purplish fruit, rose petal and mint are some of the notes that lift from the glass. Bright saline tones underpin the mid-palate and finish. This is one of the most complete young Potensacs I can recall tasting.” 91-93 Points Antonio Galloni “The 2023 Potensac has a well-defined nose: predominantly black fruit, with touches of seaweed in the background. I warm to it more with acquaintance, and it gradually coheres. The palate is medium-bodied with pliant tannins and a fine line of acidity. Silky-smooth in texture, you can tell that there is some quality new oak on the finish, which is simpatico with the fruit. It's a good, solid Potensac that will require three or four years in bottle.” 90-92 Points Neal Martin

Pack Size: 12x75cl£180 (In Bond)

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