Margaux
Margaux, the largest AOC in Médoc, is a significant wine appellation in Bordeaux with 20 Cru Classé properties from the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, more than any other Left Bank AOCs. The region is home to the world-renowned Château Margaux, along with other blue-chip wineries like Château Palmer and Château Rauzan Ségla. Margaux's soils have a high gravel content, offering excellent drainage and low nutrient levels compared to Pauillac and Saint-Estèphe. This unique terroir produces refined and elegant wines that are distinct from other regions of Bordeaux.
We are proud to offer a diverse selection of Margaux wines, each with its own unique character and flavor profile. From the rich and powerful Cabernet Sauvignon blends to the silky and smooth Merlot-dominant wines, our Margaux wines are crafted with the utmost care and attention to detail. Experience the elegance and refinement of Margaux wines today. Browse our selection and discover why Margaux is considered one of the greatest wine appellations in the world.
Margaux
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (WS) |
Inc. VAT
£1,962.07 |
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Wine Spectator (92)This is super for a second wine. Fantastic aromas of chocolate, berry and coffee. Yet very classy and subtle. Full-bodied, with a reserved rich and caressing texture. Loads of ripe and wonderful fruit in this. Second wine of Château Palmer. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 93 (VN (NM)) |
Inc. VAT
£1,749.67 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (93)The 2009 Alter Ego de Palmer offers fleshy red cherry and wild strawberry scents on the nose, rose petal mixed with subtle mulch-like aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, a fine bead of acidity, fresh and poised with an open and expressive, slightly ferrous finish. This has a lot of personality and it should continue to age well. Tasted blind at Farr Vintners’ 2009 Bordeaux tasting. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£794.44 |
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James Suckling (94)This is amazing for the second wine with incredible white truffle, stone and currant character. Purity of fruit on the nose. Full-bodied, silky and refined. Fantastic length. Better in 2018 but almost impossible to resist now. Incredible. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94-95 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£1,195.27 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Very solid and powerful with dried mushroom and wet earth aromas and flavors. Complex. Full and chewy yet so polished and long. Spicy, meat and gorgeous. Most serious Alter Ego ever. More inner Ego now!. 52% merlot, 41% cabernet sauvignon, and petit verdot 6%. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 94-95 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£702.04 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Very solid and powerful with dried mushroom and wet earth aromas and flavors. Complex. Full and chewy yet so polished and long. Spicy, meat and gorgeous. Most serious Alter Ego ever. More inner Ego now!. 52% merlot, 41% cabernet sauvignon, and petit verdot 6%. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 95-96 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£585.23 |
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James Suckling (95-96)This is very concentrated yet soft and fresh in texture. Full-bodied and round and mouth-filling. So impressive how it fills your mouth yet remains fresh. It’s so framed. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (DC) |
Inc. VAT
£499.84 |
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Decanter (95)Gorgeous rich dark purple in the glass. Quite jammy and concentrated on the nose, heady and perfumed with a lovely delicate florality to it too. Great freshness on the palate, juicy but a dark blackcurrant and cherry fruit juice. Beautifully balanced with integrated tannins and oak. Well defined fruit, generous and quite abundant against softly grippy, velvety tannins that just give support to the overall frame. It's serious but with a lightness of touch and playfulness - energetic and lively but still with depth. A great Alter Ego and confident winemaking on show. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 17+ (JR) |
Inc. VAT
£559.24 |
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Jancis Robinson (17+)50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 46% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot. Cask sample. Very much in the Alter Ego mould – lively, fruit-driven with that vineyard-fresh feel but with a little more structure than previous years. Pure and appetising but will age. (JL) 13.7% |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 17+ (JR) |
Inc. VAT
£444.04 |
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Jancis Robinson (17+)50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 46% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot. Cask sample. Very much in the Alter Ego mould – lively, fruit-driven with that vineyard-fresh feel but with a little more structure than previous years. Pure and appetising but will age. (JL) 13.7% |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 94-95 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£429.04 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Savory black and salted-olive character with oyster shells and black licorice. Fine, almost powdery yet firm tannins. Medium body. Excellent density and structure for the vintage. Second wine of Palmer. 60% cabernet sauvignon, 32% merlot and 8% petit verdot. From biodynamically grown grapes. |
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Alter Ego de Palmer
(3x150cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | - |
Expected Price Range
£321 -
£381
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Alter Ego de Palmer
(6x75cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | - |
Expected Price Range
£321 -
£381
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Bordeaux | 1 | 90 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£846.07 |
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Wine Advocate (90)A sleeper of the vintage, this 2005 seems to be close to its plateau of maturity. It exhibits a dense ruby/plum/purple color, wonderfully sweet and silky tannins, loads of blackcurrant and floral-infused fruit, medium body and a long, layered, elegant and pure personality. It is drinking quite well and exhibiting no reason to extend its aging. This wine should continue to offer gorgeous and good-value drinking for another decade. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£801.67 |
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James Suckling (93)A wine with mineral and blueberry character with fresh herbs and green coffee bean. Full and silky with dark chocolate and fruit. Racy. Better in three years. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 92 (WE) |
Inc. VAT
£568.84 |
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Wine Enthusiast (92)The wine has crisp fruit, layers of black currants and ample perfumed fruit. It's a bright wine, with a background of firm tannins. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 91-92 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£424.84 |
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James Suckling (91-92)A dense, layered red with chocolate, hazelnut and redcurrants. It’s medium-to full-bodied. Chewy tannins at the end. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 91 (VN (NM)) |
Inc. VAT
£240.64 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (91)The 2020 Château Angludet is the product of a crop that suffered frost damage earlier in the season with a reduced percentage of Merlot. It has a lovely nose, maybe not quite as "brisk" as I described out of barrel, yet harmonious with those appealing black fruit laced with iris flower and violet. The palate is medium-bodied, the 30% aging in amphora imparting the spiciness, the liberal dose of black pepper towards the still gritty finish. Lovely length, lovely Margaux, lovely d'Angludet. |
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Bordeaux | 20 | 89-91 (VN (AG)) |
Inc. VAT
£265.49 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (89-91)The 2018 Baron de Brane is rich and luscious in the glass. Succulent red cherry and ripe red plum fruit are pushed forward in a soft, racy Margaux that will drink beautifully upon release. The radiance of the vintage comes through nicely, and yet there is a good bit of freshness as well. The blend is 60% Merlot, 34% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Cabernet Franc and 2% Carmenère. |
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Bordeaux | 20 | 92 (VN (AG)) |
Inc. VAT
£284.69 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)The 2019 Baron de Brane is a gorgeous second wine. Succulent black cherry, plum, spice and leather are front and center. This racy Margaux offers a compelling interplay of bright red-toned fruit and silky contours. Drink it over the next handful of years. Tasted two times. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94+ (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£752.47 |
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Wine Advocate (94+)A deep, brooding and rather powerful wine by the standards of this estate, the 2010 Bel Air Marquis d'Aligre unwinds in the glass with aromas of black cherries, wild berries, licorice, asphalt and cardamom. Medium to full-bodied, deep and layered, it's rich and concentrated, with an ample core of fruit framed by sweet, powdery tannins. From my cellar, this is still the better part of a decade away from its peak, and if approached today, it benefits from several hours in a decanter. |
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Bordeaux | 10 | 86-88 (VN (NM)) |
Inc. VAT
£422.98 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (86-88)The 2021 Blason d’Issan has a perfumed blackberry, wild strawberry and iris petal bouquet that unfolds slowly in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with firm tannins, good structure and a brisk, lightly spiced finish. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 85 (VN (ST)) |
Inc. VAT
£500.44 |
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Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (85)Full red-ruby. Exotic, roasted aromas of plum, spice cake and chocolate. Then fairly intensely flavored but lean and rather ungenerous. With modest flesh, the finish comes across as somewhat dry. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 85 (VN (ST)) |
Inc. VAT
£668.69 |
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Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (85)Full red-ruby. Exotic, roasted aromas of plum, spice cake and chocolate. Then fairly intensely flavored but lean and rather ungenerous. With modest flesh, the finish comes across as somewhat dry. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 83 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£416.20 |
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Wine Advocate (83)The 1985 Boyd-Cantenac exhibits good ruby color and has a sweet, tasty, plummy fruitiness, medium body, low acidity, and a dull finish. It is good, but not exciting. Anticipated maturity: Now. Last tasted, 3/89. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 83 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£683.58 |
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Wine Advocate (83)The 1985 Boyd-Cantenac exhibits good ruby color and has a sweet, tasty, plummy fruitiness, medium body, low acidity, and a dull finish. It is good, but not exciting. Anticipated maturity: Now. Last tasted, 3/89. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 78 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£532.03 |
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Wine Advocate (78)For some reason, Boyd-Cantenac tends to be a hard, sometimes dull wine and the 1986 has these characteristics plus diluted flavors, no doubt caused by the excessive vineyard yields, as well as a lenient selection process at the chateau. This medium-bodied, rather tannic wine should be consumed early in its life because of the lack of extract. Anticipated maturity: Now. Last tasted, 3/90. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£849.67 |
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As an exquisitely aged course, Boyd-Cantenac 1988 embodies excellence from the the prestigious Margaux appellation. Harvested in the iconic Bordeaux region of France, it distinctively intertwines decades of winemaking sophistication with the intricate essence of its terroir. Unveiling a palatial symphony of dark fruits, seamlessly layered with nuanced aromas of spices and aged leather, Boyd-Cantenac 1988 exemplifies the quintessence of Bordeaux's unique varietal blend. The wine is painstakingly crafted from meticulously handpicked Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Petit Verdot grapes, providing an unmatched structure and complexity. Lush yet harmonious, its enduring finish lingers and enthralls with each enduring sip. Château Boyd-Cantenac, the esteemed producer, persists in upholding traditional viniculture practices, yielding robust wines indicative of their heritage. The transcendent character of Boyd-Cantenac 1988 is a testament to the producer's enduring commitment to quality and respect for the land from which it was born. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£533.09 |
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Experience the rich taste of French viticultural heritage with the Boyd-Cantenac 1989. This immensely refined offering is from the distinguished third growth Margaux estate, Château Boyd-Cantenac. Noted for its exquisite, deep ruby colour, it comes with 30 years of ageing, boasting an intense bouquet of blackcurrant, truffle, and subtle oak. A fine testament to the estate's meticulous work, this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot, hand-harvested in the renowned terroirs of Bordeaux, delivers velvety tannins and a harmonious balance of fruit and acidity that enchants the palate. During its winemaking process, the Boyd-Cantenac 1989 was matured in French oak barrels, achieving that trademark complexity and longevity. From an exceptional vintage year that saw outstanding climatic conditions, this wine offers a window into a truly great year in the history of Bordeaux. Savour the Boyd-Cantenac 1989 - a wine of historic pedigree and unparalleled sophistication. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 86 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£964.87 |
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Wine Advocate (86)A successful wine, the 1990 exhibits an impressive deep black/ruby color, a spicy, rich, jammy nose, ripe, rich flavors, medium to full body, and plenty of tannin in the low acid finish. Anticipated maturity: 1996-2008. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£489.89 |
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Experience the exquisite allure of the Boyd-Cantenac 1991. Characterised by a sublime sense of balance, this classic gem is a product of the prestigious Bordeaux region in France. Unlike other vintages, its unique allure lies in the meticulous blending process of Merlot and Cabernet Franc utilised by the vintner. Drawing heavily from the tradition of its celebrated Margaux terroir, the Boyd-Cantenac estate hones time-honoured wine-making techniques to birth this masterpiece. This cherished vintage offers an alluring nose of dark berries and woody undertones, heightened by a tantalizingly complex palate and a lingering finish. Even after three decades, the Boyd-Cantenac 1991 continues to impress with its impressive structure and remarkable ageing potential. A hallmark of the esteemed Château Boyd-Cantenac, this 1991 iteration stands as a testimonial to their enduring legacy of crafting refined wines that encapsulate the spirit of their unique lineage. When in search of majesty in a glass, look no further than the Boyd-Cantenac 1991. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (WS) |
In Bond
£1,603.00 |
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Wine Spectator (92)This is super for a second wine. Fantastic aromas of chocolate, berry and coffee. Yet very classy and subtle. Full-bodied, with a reserved rich and caressing texture. Loads of ripe and wonderful fruit in this. Second wine of Château Palmer. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 93 (VN (NM)) |
In Bond
£1,426.00 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (93)The 2009 Alter Ego de Palmer offers fleshy red cherry and wild strawberry scents on the nose, rose petal mixed with subtle mulch-like aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, a fine bead of acidity, fresh and poised with an open and expressive, slightly ferrous finish. This has a lot of personality and it should continue to age well. Tasted blind at Farr Vintners’ 2009 Bordeaux tasting. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (JS) |
In Bond
£646.00 |
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James Suckling (94)This is amazing for the second wine with incredible white truffle, stone and currant character. Purity of fruit on the nose. Full-bodied, silky and refined. Fantastic length. Better in 2018 but almost impossible to resist now. Incredible. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94-95 (JS) |
In Bond
£964.00 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Very solid and powerful with dried mushroom and wet earth aromas and flavors. Complex. Full and chewy yet so polished and long. Spicy, meat and gorgeous. Most serious Alter Ego ever. More inner Ego now!. 52% merlot, 41% cabernet sauvignon, and petit verdot 6%. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 94-95 (JS) |
In Bond
£569.00 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Very solid and powerful with dried mushroom and wet earth aromas and flavors. Complex. Full and chewy yet so polished and long. Spicy, meat and gorgeous. Most serious Alter Ego ever. More inner Ego now!. 52% merlot, 41% cabernet sauvignon, and petit verdot 6%. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 95-96 (JS) |
In Bond
£477.00 |
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James Suckling (95-96)This is very concentrated yet soft and fresh in texture. Full-bodied and round and mouth-filling. So impressive how it fills your mouth yet remains fresh. It’s so framed. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (DC) |
In Bond
£400.50 |
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Decanter (95)Gorgeous rich dark purple in the glass. Quite jammy and concentrated on the nose, heady and perfumed with a lovely delicate florality to it too. Great freshness on the palate, juicy but a dark blackcurrant and cherry fruit juice. Beautifully balanced with integrated tannins and oak. Well defined fruit, generous and quite abundant against softly grippy, velvety tannins that just give support to the overall frame. It's serious but with a lightness of touch and playfulness - energetic and lively but still with depth. A great Alter Ego and confident winemaking on show. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 17+ (JR) |
In Bond
£450.00 |
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Jancis Robinson (17+)50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 46% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot. Cask sample. Very much in the Alter Ego mould – lively, fruit-driven with that vineyard-fresh feel but with a little more structure than previous years. Pure and appetising but will age. (JL) 13.7% |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 17+ (JR) |
In Bond
£354.00 |
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Jancis Robinson (17+)50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 46% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot. Cask sample. Very much in the Alter Ego mould – lively, fruit-driven with that vineyard-fresh feel but with a little more structure than previous years. Pure and appetising but will age. (JL) 13.7% |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 94-95 (JS) |
In Bond
£341.50 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Savory black and salted-olive character with oyster shells and black licorice. Fine, almost powdery yet firm tannins. Medium body. Excellent density and structure for the vintage. Second wine of Palmer. 60% cabernet sauvignon, 32% merlot and 8% petit verdot. From biodynamically grown grapes. |
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Alter Ego de Palmer
(3x150cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | - |
Expected Price Range
£321 -
£381
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Alter Ego de Palmer
(6x75cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | - |
Expected Price Range
£321 -
£381
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Bordeaux | 1 | 90 (WA) |
In Bond
£673.00 |
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Wine Advocate (90)A sleeper of the vintage, this 2005 seems to be close to its plateau of maturity. It exhibits a dense ruby/plum/purple color, wonderfully sweet and silky tannins, loads of blackcurrant and floral-infused fruit, medium body and a long, layered, elegant and pure personality. It is drinking quite well and exhibiting no reason to extend its aging. This wine should continue to offer gorgeous and good-value drinking for another decade. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93 (JS) |
In Bond
£636.00 |
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James Suckling (93)A wine with mineral and blueberry character with fresh herbs and green coffee bean. Full and silky with dark chocolate and fruit. Racy. Better in three years. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 92 (WE) |
In Bond
£458.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (92)The wine has crisp fruit, layers of black currants and ample perfumed fruit. It's a bright wine, with a background of firm tannins. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 91-92 (JS) |
In Bond
£338.00 |
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James Suckling (91-92)A dense, layered red with chocolate, hazelnut and redcurrants. It’s medium-to full-bodied. Chewy tannins at the end. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 91 (VN (NM)) |
In Bond
£184.50 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (91)The 2020 Château Angludet is the product of a crop that suffered frost damage earlier in the season with a reduced percentage of Merlot. It has a lovely nose, maybe not quite as "brisk" as I described out of barrel, yet harmonious with those appealing black fruit laced with iris flower and violet. The palate is medium-bodied, the 30% aging in amphora imparting the spiciness, the liberal dose of black pepper towards the still gritty finish. Lovely length, lovely Margaux, lovely d'Angludet. |
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Bordeaux | 20 | 89-91 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
£202.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (89-91)The 2018 Baron de Brane is rich and luscious in the glass. Succulent red cherry and ripe red plum fruit are pushed forward in a soft, racy Margaux that will drink beautifully upon release. The radiance of the vintage comes through nicely, and yet there is a good bit of freshness as well. The blend is 60% Merlot, 34% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Cabernet Franc and 2% Carmenère. |
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Bordeaux | 20 | 92 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
£218.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)The 2019 Baron de Brane is a gorgeous second wine. Succulent black cherry, plum, spice and leather are front and center. This racy Margaux offers a compelling interplay of bright red-toned fruit and silky contours. Drink it over the next handful of years. Tasted two times. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94+ (WA) |
In Bond
£595.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94+)A deep, brooding and rather powerful wine by the standards of this estate, the 2010 Bel Air Marquis d'Aligre unwinds in the glass with aromas of black cherries, wild berries, licorice, asphalt and cardamom. Medium to full-bodied, deep and layered, it's rich and concentrated, with an ample core of fruit framed by sweet, powdery tannins. From my cellar, this is still the better part of a decade away from its peak, and if approached today, it benefits from several hours in a decanter. |
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Bordeaux | 10 | 86-88 (VN (NM)) |
In Bond
£314.00 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (86-88)The 2021 Blason d’Issan has a perfumed blackberry, wild strawberry and iris petal bouquet that unfolds slowly in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with firm tannins, good structure and a brisk, lightly spiced finish. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 85 (VN (ST)) |
In Bond
£401.00 |
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Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (85)Full red-ruby. Exotic, roasted aromas of plum, spice cake and chocolate. Then fairly intensely flavored but lean and rather ungenerous. With modest flesh, the finish comes across as somewhat dry. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 85 (VN (ST)) |
In Bond
£538.00 |
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Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (85)Full red-ruby. Exotic, roasted aromas of plum, spice cake and chocolate. Then fairly intensely flavored but lean and rather ungenerous. With modest flesh, the finish comes across as somewhat dry. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 83 (WA) |
In Bond
£334.00 |
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Wine Advocate (83)The 1985 Boyd-Cantenac exhibits good ruby color and has a sweet, tasty, plummy fruitiness, medium body, low acidity, and a dull finish. It is good, but not exciting. Anticipated maturity: Now. Last tasted, 3/89. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 83 (WA) |
In Bond
£544.00 |
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Wine Advocate (83)The 1985 Boyd-Cantenac exhibits good ruby color and has a sweet, tasty, plummy fruitiness, medium body, low acidity, and a dull finish. It is good, but not exciting. Anticipated maturity: Now. Last tasted, 3/89. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 78 (WA) |
In Bond
£430.00 |
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Wine Advocate (78)For some reason, Boyd-Cantenac tends to be a hard, sometimes dull wine and the 1986 has these characteristics plus diluted flavors, no doubt caused by the excessive vineyard yields, as well as a lenient selection process at the chateau. This medium-bodied, rather tannic wine should be consumed early in its life because of the lack of extract. Anticipated maturity: Now. Last tasted, 3/90. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
In Bond
£676.00 |
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As an exquisitely aged course, Boyd-Cantenac 1988 embodies excellence from the the prestigious Margaux appellation. Harvested in the iconic Bordeaux region of France, it distinctively intertwines decades of winemaking sophistication with the intricate essence of its terroir. Unveiling a palatial symphony of dark fruits, seamlessly layered with nuanced aromas of spices and aged leather, Boyd-Cantenac 1988 exemplifies the quintessence of Bordeaux's unique varietal blend. The wine is painstakingly crafted from meticulously handpicked Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Petit Verdot grapes, providing an unmatched structure and complexity. Lush yet harmonious, its enduring finish lingers and enthralls with each enduring sip. Château Boyd-Cantenac, the esteemed producer, persists in upholding traditional viniculture practices, yielding robust wines indicative of their heritage. The transcendent character of Boyd-Cantenac 1988 is a testament to the producer's enduring commitment to quality and respect for the land from which it was born. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
In Bond
£425.00 |
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Experience the rich taste of French viticultural heritage with the Boyd-Cantenac 1989. This immensely refined offering is from the distinguished third growth Margaux estate, Château Boyd-Cantenac. Noted for its exquisite, deep ruby colour, it comes with 30 years of ageing, boasting an intense bouquet of blackcurrant, truffle, and subtle oak. A fine testament to the estate's meticulous work, this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot, hand-harvested in the renowned terroirs of Bordeaux, delivers velvety tannins and a harmonious balance of fruit and acidity that enchants the palate. During its winemaking process, the Boyd-Cantenac 1989 was matured in French oak barrels, achieving that trademark complexity and longevity. From an exceptional vintage year that saw outstanding climatic conditions, this wine offers a window into a truly great year in the history of Bordeaux. Savour the Boyd-Cantenac 1989 - a wine of historic pedigree and unparalleled sophistication. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 86 (WA) |
In Bond
£772.00 |
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Wine Advocate (86)A successful wine, the 1990 exhibits an impressive deep black/ruby color, a spicy, rich, jammy nose, ripe, rich flavors, medium to full body, and plenty of tannin in the low acid finish. Anticipated maturity: 1996-2008. |
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Experience the exquisite allure of the Boyd-Cantenac 1991. Characterised by a sublime sense of balance, this classic gem is a product of the prestigious Bordeaux region in France. Unlike other vintages, its unique allure lies in the meticulous blending process of Merlot and Cabernet Franc utilised by the vintner. Drawing heavily from the tradition of its celebrated Margaux terroir, the Boyd-Cantenac estate hones time-honoured wine-making techniques to birth this masterpiece. This cherished vintage offers an alluring nose of dark berries and woody undertones, heightened by a tantalizingly complex palate and a lingering finish. Even after three decades, the Boyd-Cantenac 1991 continues to impress with its impressive structure and remarkable ageing potential. A hallmark of the esteemed Château Boyd-Cantenac, this 1991 iteration stands as a testimonial to their enduring legacy of crafting refined wines that encapsulate the spirit of their unique lineage. When in search of majesty in a glass, look no further than the Boyd-Cantenac 1991. |
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