Appellation
Appellation
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)
The 2017 La Chenade has blossomed into a truly fabulous wine. Rich, ample and explosive in the glass, the 2017 possesses tremendous density from start to finish. A rush of super-ripe dark red/purplish fruit, spice, rose petal, licorice and menthol builds as this potent, voluptuous Lalande de Pomerol shows off its racy curves and sultry, alluring personality. The 2017 is sure to be a crowd pleaser. I loved it. La Chenade is 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc.Inc. VAT£162.72 -
Jeb Dunnuck (92+)
Brought up in 30% new French oak and based on an 80/20 split of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, the 2018 Château La Chenade has a classy, beautiful nose of crème de cassis, dried tobacco, lead pencil, and earth. This carries to a vibrant, medium-bodied Lalande de Pomerol with fine yet present tannins, a solid spine of acidity, and a great finish. It's another release from Denis Durantou that's going to benefit from just short-term cellaring and cruise for a decade.Inc. VAT£159.58 -
Jeb Dunnuck (94)
From the talented Denis Durantou, the 2019 Château La Chenade has a great bouquet of spiced red and black fruits, sappy flowers, sandalwood, and foresty, slightly herbal notes. These carry to a medium to full-bodied, elegant, yet rich Lalande de Pomerol that has beautiful tannins, nicely integrated acidity, and a great finish. It's beautifully done and should be snatched up by readers. It can be drunk today or cellared for 15 years.Inc. VAT£163.55 -
Jeb Dunnuck (94)
From the talented Denis Durantou, the 2019 Château La Chenade has a great bouquet of spiced red and black fruits, sappy flowers, sandalwood, and foresty, slightly herbal notes. These carry to a medium to full-bodied, elegant, yet rich Lalande de Pomerol that has beautiful tannins, nicely integrated acidity, and a great finish. It's beautifully done and should be snatched up by readers. It can be drunk today or cellared for 15 years.Inc. VAT£146.15 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)
The 2020 La Chenade is rich, sumptuous and super-expressive right out of the gate. All of the exuberance of the year comes through loud and clear. A burst of black cherry, plum, mocha, licorice, lavender and spice infuses the Chenade with tons of complexity. Broad and creamy, with fine balance, the Chenade is showing so well today. The combination of fruit density and energy is compelling.Inc. VAT£188.78 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)
The 2020 La Chenade is rich, sumptuous and super-expressive right out of the gate. All of the exuberance of the year comes through loud and clear. A burst of black cherry, plum, mocha, licorice, lavender and spice infuses the Chenade with tons of complexity. Broad and creamy, with fine balance, the Chenade is showing so well today. The combination of fruit density and energy is compelling.Inc. VAT£196.78 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)
The 2020 La Chenade is rich, sumptuous and super-expressive right out of the gate. All of the exuberance of the year comes through loud and clear. A burst of black cherry, plum, mocha, licorice, lavender and spice infuses the Chenade with tons of complexity. Broad and creamy, with fine balance, the Chenade is showing so well today. The combination of fruit density and energy is compelling.Inc. VAT£129.58 -
(12x75cl) 2022Jeb Dunnuck (94)
The 2022 Château La Chenade checks in as 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc that comes from nine hectares of vines and was brought up in 30% new French oak. Bight black cherries, a hint of cassis, graphite, and flowers all emerge from the glass, and it's beautifully textured, medium to full-bodied, and has a silky, graceful, yet still classic 2022 style.Inc. VAT£286.18 -
(12x75cl) 2023
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (93)
The 2023 La Chénade is gorgeous. Dark, ample and resonant on the palate, the 2023 possesses remarkable intensity from start to finish. Black cherry, cloves, lavender, menthol and licorice caress the palate. This silky, sensual Lalande-de-Pomerol is an absolute delight.Inc. VAT£250.01 -
Wine Advocate (92)
A blend of 84% Semillon and 16% Sauvignon Blanc, this wine displays oodles of figs, melon, crushed rock, white flowers and grapefruit. Its excellent texture, medium to full body make for a beautiful example of dry white Graves. Anticipated maturity: now-2025.Inc. VAT£1,369.27 -
Wine Advocate (92)
A beautiful 1,000-case blend of 83% Semillon and the rest Sauvignon Blanc from the owners of La Mission Haut-Brion and Haut-Brion, this beauty exhibits oodles of marmalade, honeysuckle, caramelized melons and candle wax in a medium-bodied, authoritative style. Drink it over the next decade or more.Inc. VAT£1,369.27 -
Vinous - Neal Martin (91)
The 2012 Clarté de Haut-Brion is slightly more youthful than the Chapelle de la Mission with black brambly fruit, sandalwood and light rolled tobacco aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with a supple entry. There is fine weight for a Deuxième Vin and a satisfying freshness with a judicious pepperiness adorning the tensile finish. Excellent. Tasted at Bordeaux Index's 10-Year-On tasting.Inc. VAT£215.27 -
(1x75cl) 2012
Vinous - Neal Martin (91)
The 2012 Clarté de Haut-Brion is slightly more youthful than the Chapelle de la Mission with black brambly fruit, sandalwood and light rolled tobacco aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with a supple entry. There is fine weight for a Deuxième Vin and a satisfying freshness with a judicious pepperiness adorning the tensile finish. Excellent. Tasted at Bordeaux Index's 10-Year-On tasting.Inc. VAT£113.05 -
(6x150cl) 2015
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)
The 2015 La Clarté de Haut-Brion is a very pretty entry-level white from Haut-Brion. A hint of reduction adds nuance to the bright lemon peel, white flower, mint and crushed rock nuances. Understated and classy, with terrific energy, the 2015 has turned out very nicely. Even though the blend is 73% Sémillon and just 27% Sauvignon, the Sauvignon character is quite pronounced.Inc. VAT£1,168.30 -
(1x300cl) 2016
James Suckling (93-94)
Very salty and fruity with lots of dried pineapple and lemon rind. Medium-to full-bodied, dense and long. White pepper, too.Inc. VAT£361.68 -
(3x150cl) 2016
James Suckling (93-94)
Very salty and fruity with lots of dried pineapple and lemon rind. Medium-to full-bodied, dense and long. White pepper, too.Inc. VAT£517.92 -
James Suckling (93-94)
This shows beautiful density and layers for a baby white with cooked apples, pears and hints of yogurt. Full-bodied, fresh and bright.Inc. VAT£107.06 -
(6x75cl) 2017
James Suckling (93-94)
This shows beautiful density and layers for a baby white with cooked apples, pears and hints of yogurt. Full-bodied, fresh and bright.Inc. VAT£675.95 -
(3x150cl) 2018
James Suckling (94-95)
A lovely, dense white with pretty phenolic tension and dried-apple and peach character. Medium to full body. Phenolics give this tension.Inc. VAT£517.92 -
James Suckling (94-95)
A lovely, dense white with pretty phenolic tension and dried-apple and peach character. Medium to full body. Phenolics give this tension.Inc. VAT£253.22 -
(6x75cl) 2018
James Suckling (94-95)
A lovely, dense white with pretty phenolic tension and dried-apple and peach character. Medium to full body. Phenolics give this tension.Inc. VAT£533.52 -
(1x600cl) 2020
James Suckling (94-95)
Very structured second wine with density and freshness. It’s full-bodied and creamy with a flavorful, lightly chewy palate. About 75% semillon, the rest sauvignon.Inc. VAT£839.76 -
James Suckling (94-95)
Very structured second wine with density and freshness. It’s full-bodied and creamy with a flavorful, lightly chewy palate. About 75% semillon, the rest sauvignon.Inc. VAT£603.12 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)
The 2023 La Clarté de Haut-Brion is bright and focused. Lemon peel, slate, mint, chalk and white pepper bristle with tension and energy. Airy and gracious, with lovely understated persistence, the 2023 is a total delight. This is impeccably done.Inc. VAT£447.80 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (88-90)
The 2019 La Clémence is forward, fruity and easy to like. Super-ripe red cherry, cedar, sweet pipe tobacco, and spice all meld together in the glass. This is an especially ripe, extroverted style, with ripeness noticeably pushed forward.Inc. VAT£724.01 -
Vinous - Neal Martin (86)
The 2020 La Clémence has a touch of over-ripeness on the nose, just trying a bit too hard and losing some of its potential delineation. The palate is medium-bodied with firm tannins, sweet licorice fruit on the finish. Moderate length.Inc. VAT£374.00 -
La Closerie de Camensac 2016 is an exceptional bottle from the Haut-Medoc appellation, on the Left Bank of Bordeaux, France. This elegant, Cabernet Sauvignon dominant vintage is the second wine of the respected Château de Camensac, a Fifth Growth as classified in the 1855 classification. The terroir, a rich clay-limestone soil atop a deep gravel base, imbues the wine with complex flavours and unique character. La Closerie de Camensac 2016 is created employing technologically advanced vinification methods, and aged in French oak barrels for approximately a year giving it richness and depth. The resulting wine possesses a magnificently intense, ruby-red colour, an expressive nose of red fruits and spices, coupled with a structured palate of balanced fruit and tannin content. This Bordeaux blend is steeped in tradition, crafted with meticulous precision, exhibiting the distinctive sophisticated style the Château de Camensac is renowned for. It is no doubt, a refined selection for those seeking an exquisite wine-drinking experience.
Inc. VAT£228.41 -
Indulge in the robust delicacy of 'Camensac La Closerie de Camensac 2017', an exquisite yield from the heart of Haut-Médoc region in Bordeaux, France. Given the fifth growth (Cinquième Cru) status in the 1855 Classification, Château de Camensac is renowned for its exceptional viticulture and precision in winemaking. The 2017 vintage, lovingly christened 'La Closerie', boasts an elegant blend of luscious Merlot and intense Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. Aged to perfection in French oak barrels for a year, its character unfolds layers of smoky complexity, melded with flavours of ripe red fruits and an endearing hint of spices. Gracefully balanced, this fine tipple pleases palate with silky tannins coupled with a persistent finish. Considered the epitome of classic Bordeaux wines, 'Camensac La Closerie de Camensac 2017' perfectly reflects Château de Camensac's commitment to creating vintages of perfect elegance and finesse. It's truly an embodiment of their winemaking legacy.
Inc. VAT£212.81 -
(12x75cl) 2018Immerse yourself in the captivating world of French winemaking with 'La Closerie de Camensac 2018'. Produced at the celebrated Château de Camensac vineyard within the Médoc region, it emanates an exceptional class. This vineyard is renowned for producing wines of an extraordinarily consistent quality, due to its favourable climate, calcareous clay soil and age-old wine-making techniques. 'La Closerie de Camensac 2018' is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, handpicked at maturity, culminating in its distinctive character. This mesmerising ruby-red wine embodies a stunning aromatic complexity, detailing an ensemble of ripe darker fruits, spices, and polished tannins, that finishes with the soft hint of liquorice and an enduring length. Enjoy its suave balance, perfect for pairing with a sumptuous beef bourguignon or delectable roasted duck. 'La Closerie de Camensac 2018' - a sublime revelation in fine wine, once tasted, forever remembered.
Inc. VAT£188.81 -
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of French winemaking with 'La Closerie de Camensac 2018'. Produced at the celebrated Château de Camensac vineyard within the Médoc region, it emanates an exceptional class. This vineyard is renowned for producing wines of an extraordinarily consistent quality, due to its favourable climate, calcareous clay soil and age-old wine-making techniques. 'La Closerie de Camensac 2018' is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, handpicked at maturity, culminating in its distinctive character. This mesmerising ruby-red wine embodies a stunning aromatic complexity, detailing an ensemble of ripe darker fruits, spices, and polished tannins, that finishes with the soft hint of liquorice and an enduring length. Enjoy its suave balance, perfect for pairing with a sumptuous beef bourguignon or delectable roasted duck. 'La Closerie de Camensac 2018' - a sublime revelation in fine wine, once tasted, forever remembered.
Inc. VAT£117.80
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)
The 2017 La Chenade has blossomed into a truly fabulous wine. Rich, ample and explosive in the glass, the 2017 possesses tremendous density from start to finish. A rush of super-ripe dark red/purplish fruit, spice, rose petal, licorice and menthol builds as this potent, voluptuous Lalande de Pomerol shows off its racy curves and sultry, alluring personality. The 2017 is sure to be a crowd pleaser. I loved it. La Chenade is 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc.In Bond£117.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (92+)
Brought up in 30% new French oak and based on an 80/20 split of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, the 2018 Château La Chenade has a classy, beautiful nose of crème de cassis, dried tobacco, lead pencil, and earth. This carries to a vibrant, medium-bodied Lalande de Pomerol with fine yet present tannins, a solid spine of acidity, and a great finish. It's another release from Denis Durantou that's going to benefit from just short-term cellaring and cruise for a decade.In Bond£113.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (94)
From the talented Denis Durantou, the 2019 Château La Chenade has a great bouquet of spiced red and black fruits, sappy flowers, sandalwood, and foresty, slightly herbal notes. These carry to a medium to full-bodied, elegant, yet rich Lalande de Pomerol that has beautiful tannins, nicely integrated acidity, and a great finish. It's beautifully done and should be snatched up by readers. It can be drunk today or cellared for 15 years.In Bond£117.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (94)
From the talented Denis Durantou, the 2019 Château La Chenade has a great bouquet of spiced red and black fruits, sappy flowers, sandalwood, and foresty, slightly herbal notes. These carry to a medium to full-bodied, elegant, yet rich Lalande de Pomerol that has beautiful tannins, nicely integrated acidity, and a great finish. It's beautifully done and should be snatched up by readers. It can be drunk today or cellared for 15 years.In Bond£102.50 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)
The 2020 La Chenade is rich, sumptuous and super-expressive right out of the gate. All of the exuberance of the year comes through loud and clear. A burst of black cherry, plum, mocha, licorice, lavender and spice infuses the Chenade with tons of complexity. Broad and creamy, with fine balance, the Chenade is showing so well today. The combination of fruit density and energy is compelling.In Bond£144.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)
The 2020 La Chenade is rich, sumptuous and super-expressive right out of the gate. All of the exuberance of the year comes through loud and clear. A burst of black cherry, plum, mocha, licorice, lavender and spice infuses the Chenade with tons of complexity. Broad and creamy, with fine balance, the Chenade is showing so well today. The combination of fruit density and energy is compelling.In Bond£144.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)
The 2020 La Chenade is rich, sumptuous and super-expressive right out of the gate. All of the exuberance of the year comes through loud and clear. A burst of black cherry, plum, mocha, licorice, lavender and spice infuses the Chenade with tons of complexity. Broad and creamy, with fine balance, the Chenade is showing so well today. The combination of fruit density and energy is compelling.In Bond£88.00 -
(12x75cl) 2022
Jeb Dunnuck (94)
The 2022 Château La Chenade checks in as 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc that comes from nine hectares of vines and was brought up in 30% new French oak. Bight black cherries, a hint of cassis, graphite, and flowers all emerge from the glass, and it's beautifully textured, medium to full-bodied, and has a silky, graceful, yet still classic 2022 style.In Bond£200.00 -
(12x75cl) 2023
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (93)
The 2023 La Chénade is gorgeous. Dark, ample and resonant on the palate, the 2023 possesses remarkable intensity from start to finish. Black cherry, cloves, lavender, menthol and licorice caress the palate. This silky, sensual Lalande-de-Pomerol is an absolute delight.In Bond£167.00 -
Wine Advocate (92)
A blend of 84% Semillon and 16% Sauvignon Blanc, this wine displays oodles of figs, melon, crushed rock, white flowers and grapefruit. Its excellent texture, medium to full body make for a beautiful example of dry white Graves. Anticipated maturity: now-2025.In Bond£1,109.00 -
Wine Advocate (92)
A beautiful 1,000-case blend of 83% Semillon and the rest Sauvignon Blanc from the owners of La Mission Haut-Brion and Haut-Brion, this beauty exhibits oodles of marmalade, honeysuckle, caramelized melons and candle wax in a medium-bodied, authoritative style. Drink it over the next decade or more.In Bond£1,109.00 -
Vinous - Neal Martin (91)
The 2012 Clarté de Haut-Brion is slightly more youthful than the Chapelle de la Mission with black brambly fruit, sandalwood and light rolled tobacco aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with a supple entry. There is fine weight for a Deuxième Vin and a satisfying freshness with a judicious pepperiness adorning the tensile finish. Excellent. Tasted at Bordeaux Index's 10-Year-On tasting.In Bond£172.50 -
(1x75cl) 2012
Vinous - Neal Martin (91)
The 2012 Clarté de Haut-Brion is slightly more youthful than the Chapelle de la Mission with black brambly fruit, sandalwood and light rolled tobacco aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with a supple entry. There is fine weight for a Deuxième Vin and a satisfying freshness with a judicious pepperiness adorning the tensile finish. Excellent. Tasted at Bordeaux Index's 10-Year-On tasting.In Bond£91.00 -
(6x150cl) 2015
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)
The 2015 La Clarté de Haut-Brion is a very pretty entry-level white from Haut-Brion. A hint of reduction adds nuance to the bright lemon peel, white flower, mint and crushed rock nuances. Understated and classy, with terrific energy, the 2015 has turned out very nicely. Even though the blend is 73% Sémillon and just 27% Sauvignon, the Sauvignon character is quite pronounced.In Bond£935.00 -
(1x300cl) 2016
James Suckling (93-94)
Very salty and fruity with lots of dried pineapple and lemon rind. Medium-to full-bodied, dense and long. White pepper, too.In Bond£289.00 -
(3x150cl) 2016
James Suckling (93-94)
Very salty and fruity with lots of dried pineapple and lemon rind. Medium-to full-bodied, dense and long. White pepper, too.In Bond£413.00 -
James Suckling (93-94)
This shows beautiful density and layers for a baby white with cooked apples, pears and hints of yogurt. Full-bodied, fresh and bright.In Bond£86.00 -
(6x75cl) 2017
James Suckling (93-94)
This shows beautiful density and layers for a baby white with cooked apples, pears and hints of yogurt. Full-bodied, fresh and bright.In Bond£544.00 -
(3x150cl) 2018
James Suckling (94-95)
A lovely, dense white with pretty phenolic tension and dried-apple and peach character. Medium to full body. Phenolics give this tension.In Bond£413.00 -
James Suckling (94-95)
A lovely, dense white with pretty phenolic tension and dried-apple and peach character. Medium to full body. Phenolics give this tension.In Bond£203.00 -
(6x75cl) 2018
James Suckling (94-95)
A lovely, dense white with pretty phenolic tension and dried-apple and peach character. Medium to full body. Phenolics give this tension.In Bond£426.00 -
(1x600cl) 2020
James Suckling (94-95)
Very structured second wine with density and freshness. It’s full-bodied and creamy with a flavorful, lightly chewy palate. About 75% semillon, the rest sauvignon.In Bond£675.00 -
James Suckling (94-95)
Very structured second wine with density and freshness. It’s full-bodied and creamy with a flavorful, lightly chewy palate. About 75% semillon, the rest sauvignon.In Bond£484.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)
The 2023 La Clarté de Haut-Brion is bright and focused. Lemon peel, slate, mint, chalk and white pepper bristle with tension and energy. Airy and gracious, with lovely understated persistence, the 2023 is a total delight. This is impeccably done.In Bond£352.50 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (88-90)
The 2019 La Clémence is forward, fruity and easy to like. Super-ripe red cherry, cedar, sweet pipe tobacco, and spice all meld together in the glass. This is an especially ripe, extroverted style, with ripeness noticeably pushed forward.In Bond£562.00 -
Vinous - Neal Martin (86)
The 2020 La Clémence has a touch of over-ripeness on the nose, just trying a bit too hard and losing some of its potential delineation. The palate is medium-bodied with firm tannins, sweet licorice fruit on the finish. Moderate length.In Bond£291.00 -
La Closerie de Camensac 2016 is an exceptional bottle from the Haut-Medoc appellation, on the Left Bank of Bordeaux, France. This elegant, Cabernet Sauvignon dominant vintage is the second wine of the respected Château de Camensac, a Fifth Growth as classified in the 1855 classification. The terroir, a rich clay-limestone soil atop a deep gravel base, imbues the wine with complex flavours and unique character. La Closerie de Camensac 2016 is created employing technologically advanced vinification methods, and aged in French oak barrels for approximately a year giving it richness and depth. The resulting wine possesses a magnificently intense, ruby-red colour, an expressive nose of red fruits and spices, coupled with a structured palate of balanced fruit and tannin content. This Bordeaux blend is steeped in tradition, crafted with meticulous precision, exhibiting the distinctive sophisticated style the Château de Camensac is renowned for. It is no doubt, a refined selection for those seeking an exquisite wine-drinking experience.
In Bond£149.00 -
Indulge in the robust delicacy of 'Camensac La Closerie de Camensac 2017', an exquisite yield from the heart of Haut-Médoc region in Bordeaux, France. Given the fifth growth (Cinquième Cru) status in the 1855 Classification, Château de Camensac is renowned for its exceptional viticulture and precision in winemaking. The 2017 vintage, lovingly christened 'La Closerie', boasts an elegant blend of luscious Merlot and intense Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. Aged to perfection in French oak barrels for a year, its character unfolds layers of smoky complexity, melded with flavours of ripe red fruits and an endearing hint of spices. Gracefully balanced, this fine tipple pleases palate with silky tannins coupled with a persistent finish. Considered the epitome of classic Bordeaux wines, 'Camensac La Closerie de Camensac 2017' perfectly reflects Château de Camensac's commitment to creating vintages of perfect elegance and finesse. It's truly an embodiment of their winemaking legacy.
In Bond£136.00 -
(12x75cl) 2018
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of French winemaking with 'La Closerie de Camensac 2018'. Produced at the celebrated Château de Camensac vineyard within the Médoc region, it emanates an exceptional class. This vineyard is renowned for producing wines of an extraordinarily consistent quality, due to its favourable climate, calcareous clay soil and age-old wine-making techniques. 'La Closerie de Camensac 2018' is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, handpicked at maturity, culminating in its distinctive character. This mesmerising ruby-red wine embodies a stunning aromatic complexity, detailing an ensemble of ripe darker fruits, spices, and polished tannins, that finishes with the soft hint of liquorice and an enduring length. Enjoy its suave balance, perfect for pairing with a sumptuous beef bourguignon or delectable roasted duck. 'La Closerie de Camensac 2018' - a sublime revelation in fine wine, once tasted, forever remembered.
In Bond£116.00 -
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of French winemaking with 'La Closerie de Camensac 2018'. Produced at the celebrated Château de Camensac vineyard within the Médoc region, it emanates an exceptional class. This vineyard is renowned for producing wines of an extraordinarily consistent quality, due to its favourable climate, calcareous clay soil and age-old wine-making techniques. 'La Closerie de Camensac 2018' is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, handpicked at maturity, culminating in its distinctive character. This mesmerising ruby-red wine embodies a stunning aromatic complexity, detailing an ensemble of ripe darker fruits, spices, and polished tannins, that finishes with the soft hint of liquorice and an enduring length. Enjoy its suave balance, perfect for pairing with a sumptuous beef bourguignon or delectable roasted duck. 'La Closerie de Camensac 2018' - a sublime revelation in fine wine, once tasted, forever remembered.
In Bond£77.50
