Top Vintages
Read More
Top Vintages
Photo
AI Chat
| Product Name | Region | Qty | Score | Price | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
|
Bordeaux | 2 | 95 (WE) |
Inc. VAT
£694.84 |
|||||
Wine Enthusiast (95)94-96 A very structured wine, retaining great acidity and freshness. The tannins cut right to the heart of the wine. The aftertaste is solid and chunky. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 10 | 95 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£919.27 |
|||||
Wine Advocate (95)The 2012 Château d’Issan, builds on the richness of the second wine and adds more body, structure and density. It has an inky purple color and a stunning nose of spring flowers, blueberry and blackberry fruit as well as touches of incense and graphite. Medium to full-bodied and stunningly concentrated, this 2012 is a great success in the vintage, one of the superstars. Moreover, its precociousness suggests it could be drunk in the next 4-5 years or cellared through 2025. I underrated this wine dramatically in my report of April, 2013 (Issue 206). |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 96-97 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£474.04 |
|||||
James Suckling (96-97)This is so energetic for a young d’Issan with lots of white pepper, crushed stones and blackberries. Full body, ultra-fine tannins and great length. One of the greatest ever. Superb depth and intensity to this real Bordeaux. Wow. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 93-94 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£694.87 |
|||||
James Suckling (93-94)This sneaks up on you with a pretty density of ripe fruit such as plums and strawberries. Full body, layered and ripe tannins set this young wine up for a tannic and fruity finish. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 50 | 96 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£367.24 |
|||||
James Suckling (96)Aromas of blackberry, plum, cocoa, iodine, clove and graphite. It’s medium-to full-bodied with firm, silky tannins. Tightly wound and mineral at the moment, with dusty gravel and graphite notes, yet with focus and precision. Such balance and harmony for the vintage. Try from 2025. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 96-97 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£668.47 |
|||||
James Suckling (96-97)This is a very pure expression of cabernet sauvignon with blackcurrants, blackberries and tar. Wet earth, too. It’s full-bodied, yet very tight and reserved. Extremely racy, intense finish. This is super precise. Classical. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 96-97 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£319.24 |
|||||
James Suckling (96-97)This is a very pure expression of cabernet sauvignon with blackcurrants, blackberries and tar. Wet earth, too. It’s full-bodied, yet very tight and reserved. Extremely racy, intense finish. This is super precise. Classical. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 97-98 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£1,017.07 |
|||||
James Suckling (97-98)Extremely floral and fruity with currants and blackberries. It’s full-bodied and very layered with delicious, dense character. Full-bodied with dusty, layered tannins. Rich, but not heavy. Long and chewy on the finish. 55% cabernet sauvignon, 39% merlot, 3% cabernet franc, 2% petit verdot and 1% malbec. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 97-98 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£355.24 |
|||||
James Suckling (97-98)Extremely floral and fruity with currants and blackberries. It’s full-bodied and very layered with delicious, dense character. Full-bodied with dusty, layered tannins. Rich, but not heavy. Long and chewy on the finish. 55% cabernet sauvignon, 39% merlot, 3% cabernet franc, 2% petit verdot and 1% malbec. |
|||||||||
D'Issan
(12x75cl)
2023
|
|
Bordeaux | - | 96-97 (JS) |
Expected Price Range
£489 -
£581
|
||||
James Suckling (96-97)The purity of the fruit is really wonderful here, with blackcurrants, orange peel and raspberries. Aromatic. Full body, chewy tannins and a juicy finish. But it remains linear and vivid. The quality of the tannins and the powdery texture are really alluring. Silky. And so precise. 70% cabernet sauvignon, 25% merlot, 2.5% cabernet franc and 2.5% petit verdot. 13.83% alcohol. 3.66 pH. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 14 | 96-97 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£299.09 |
|||||
James Suckling (96-97)The purity of the fruit is really wonderful here, with blackcurrants, orange peel and raspberries. Aromatic. Full body, chewy tannins and a juicy finish. But it remains linear and vivid. The quality of the tannins and the powdery texture are really alluring. Silky. And so precise. 70% cabernet sauvignon, 25% merlot, 2.5% cabernet franc and 2.5% petit verdot. 13.83% alcohol. 3.66 pH. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 15 | 96-97 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£293.09 |
|||||
James Suckling (96-97)The purity of the fruit is really wonderful here, with blackcurrants, orange peel and raspberries. Aromatic. Full body, chewy tannins and a juicy finish. But it remains linear and vivid. The quality of the tannins and the powdery texture are really alluring. Silky. And so precise. 70% cabernet sauvignon, 25% merlot, 2.5% cabernet franc and 2.5% petit verdot. 13.83% alcohol. 3.66 pH. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 87-90 (VN (ID)) |
Inc. VAT
£528.07 |
|||||
Vinous - Ian D'Agata (87-90)Opaque purple-ruby. Pungently aromatic notes of geranium, lavender, cilantro and violet dominate black fruits on the nose. Light and smooth in the mouth, with fresh black fruit flavors and better balance than the almost too perfumed nose suggests. The long finish features youthfully chewy tannins and a strong saline quality, not to mention very good juiciness. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£703.27 |
|||||
James Suckling (94)Blackberry, blueberry and sweet-tobacco aromas. Full-bodied, dense and layered with ripe tannins and a chewy yet polished, tannic finish. A young Bordeaux with plenty of structure and focus. A blend of 71 per cent cabernet sauvignon and 29 per cent merlot. Try after 2022. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£326.44 |
|||||
James Suckling (94)Blackberry, blueberry and sweet-tobacco aromas. Full-bodied, dense and layered with ripe tannins and a chewy yet polished, tannic finish. A young Bordeaux with plenty of structure and focus. A blend of 71 per cent cabernet sauvignon and 29 per cent merlot. Try after 2022. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 94-95 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£656.47 |
|||||
James Suckling (94-95)This is linear and tight with beautiful concentration of tannins and dark fruit, as well as tar and dark chocolate. Full, yet racy and long. Very solid and structured with tannins that integrate well into the wine. Better than the 2018. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 25 | 91-93 (JD) |
Inc. VAT
£275.09 |
|||||
Jeb Dunnuck (91-93)Ripe red and black fruits, sappy flowers, leafy herbs, and some subtle marine-like nuances (iron, salt) all emerge from the 2023 Château Dauzac, a pure, medium-bodied, supple, elegant Margaux that has a great texture, ripe tannins, and outstanding length. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 5 | 92-93 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£400.84 |
|||||
James Suckling (92-93)A chewy and rich red with plenty of currant and black-cherry character. Tannic. Should come together nicely with some barrel aging. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 5 | 90-93 (JD) |
Inc. VAT
£517.27 |
|||||
Jeb Dunnuck (90-93)Château Desmirail looks to have turned out a sensational wine in the vintage, and their 2017 offers a forward, already irresistible style as well as loads of spicy red and black fruits, incense and spice aromas, and flavors. I love its purity of fruit, it has medium-bodied richness, and ripe tannin. Drink it on release and over the following 10-15 years. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 92-93 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£584.86 |
|||||
James Suckling (92-93)A red with red berries and currants and some chocolate and hazelnuts. It’s medium-to full-bodied with ripe, savory tannins. Serious this year. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 2 | - |
Inc. VAT
£552.58 |
|||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (WE) |
Inc. VAT
£641.38 |
|||||
Wine Enthusiast (92)91-93 Barrel sample. Well structured, this has dry tannins over vivid black fruits. It shows acidity but also great juicy sweetness. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 10 | 92 (VN (NM)) |
Inc. VAT
£273.89 |
|||||
Vinous - Neal Martin (92)The 2018 Deyrem Valentin is very perfumed on the nose, offering blackberry, blueberry, touches of violet petal and light incense aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, a fine bead of acidity, a silky-smooth texture and a vibrant, minerally finish that lingers. This is a gorgeous, finely tuned and precise Margaux that is going to give 20 years of drinking pleasure. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 88-90 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£910.87 |
|||||
Wine Advocate (88-90)A sleeper, Du Tertre's 1996 exhibits a black ruby/purple color, a sweet black fruit-scented nose, medium to full body, well-integrated tannin, and fine purity and depth. This wine should age nicely, yet have a degree of accessibility young. Anticipated maturity: 2004-2018. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (VN (ID)) |
Inc. VAT
£985.27 |
|||||
Vinous - Ian D'Agata (92)(34% cabernet sauvignon, 33% merlot and 33% cabernet franc): Dark red with a hint of garnet at the rim. Complex aromas of dark berries, exotic herbs, clove, cocoa and menthol. At once fat and juicy, with harmonious acidity giving the wine's dark berry, underbrush and cocoa flavors terrific lift. Finishes smooth and dense, with a rich, ripe mouthfeel and excellent persistence. This very successful 1998 avoids the austere side of many other 1998 Bordeaux. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 6 | 92 (VN (ID)) |
Inc. VAT
£678.04 |
|||||
Vinous - Ian D'Agata (92)(31.5 g/l dry extract; 13.4% alcohol): Deep ruby to the rim; much darker than both the 2001 and the 2003. Notes of milk chocolate, underbrush and cedar complicate the ripe red cherry and dark plum aromas. Enters sweet, dense and tactile, displaying ripe dark fruit, tobacco, porcini and mineral flavors of noteworthy precision and cut thanks to harmonious acidity. Finishes sweet, spicy, smooth and very long; once again, du Tertre comes across as remarkably fresh and focused in a hot vintage. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (VN (ID)) |
Inc. VAT
£786.07 |
|||||
Vinous - Ian D'Agata (92)(34% cabernet sauvignon, 33% merlot and 33% cabernet franc; 30.1 g/l dry extract; 13.2% alcohol): Dark red with a garnet rim. Very sexy, inviting aromas of ripe red cherry, rose petal, mint, cinnamon and white pepper; this has to be one of the freshest, least overripe noses of all 2003 Bordeaux. Then remarkably vibrant and pure on the palate, with cabernet franc-dominated flavors of strawberry, violet, and cocoa complicated by a delicate white pepper nuance. The tannins are smooth and the finish long and suave. An alluring, supple wine with impeccable balance--and an unbelievable result in the furnace-like conditions of 2003. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 88 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£818.47 |
|||||
Wine Advocate (88)Aromas of chocolate, sweet cherries, dried herbs, and a hint of tapenade jump from the glass of this medium-bodied, silky, soft, pretty Margaux. Enjoy it over the next 10-12 years. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 90 (VN (AG)) |
Inc. VAT
£1,018.87 |
|||||
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (90)The 2005 du Tertre is a bold, savory wine, as it so often is. Game, scorched earth, licorice, tobacco and dried herbs give this dark, virile Margaux much of its distinctive personality. The 2005 has aged well. I would prefer to drink it over the next handful of years, before the fruit fully fades, even though there is enough density to allow for aging beyond that. Structurally, du Tertre is a bit lighter than most Margaux in 2005. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 93 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£992.47 |
|||||
James Suckling (93)Plenty of sweet tobacco with plum and berry character that follows through to a full body, with super polished tannins. Silky and stylish. Lovely chocolate, toasted oak and coffee too. Gorgeous balance. Best in 2016. |
|||||||||
| Product Name | Region | Qty | Score | Price | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
|
Bordeaux | 2 | 95 (WE) |
In Bond
£563.00 |
|||||
Wine Enthusiast (95)94-96 A very structured wine, retaining great acidity and freshness. The tannins cut right to the heart of the wine. The aftertaste is solid and chunky. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 10 | 95 (WA) |
In Bond
£734.00 |
|||||
Wine Advocate (95)The 2012 Château d’Issan, builds on the richness of the second wine and adds more body, structure and density. It has an inky purple color and a stunning nose of spring flowers, blueberry and blackberry fruit as well as touches of incense and graphite. Medium to full-bodied and stunningly concentrated, this 2012 is a great success in the vintage, one of the superstars. Moreover, its precociousness suggests it could be drunk in the next 4-5 years or cellared through 2025. I underrated this wine dramatically in my report of April, 2013 (Issue 206). |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 96-97 (JS) |
In Bond
£379.00 |
|||||
James Suckling (96-97)This is so energetic for a young d’Issan with lots of white pepper, crushed stones and blackberries. Full body, ultra-fine tannins and great length. One of the greatest ever. Superb depth and intensity to this real Bordeaux. Wow. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 93-94 (JS) |
In Bond
£547.00 |
|||||
James Suckling (93-94)This sneaks up on you with a pretty density of ripe fruit such as plums and strawberries. Full body, layered and ripe tannins set this young wine up for a tannic and fruity finish. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 50 | 96 (JS) |
In Bond
£290.00 |
|||||
James Suckling (96)Aromas of blackberry, plum, cocoa, iodine, clove and graphite. It’s medium-to full-bodied with firm, silky tannins. Tightly wound and mineral at the moment, with dusty gravel and graphite notes, yet with focus and precision. Such balance and harmony for the vintage. Try from 2025. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 96-97 (JS) |
In Bond
£525.00 |
|||||
James Suckling (96-97)This is a very pure expression of cabernet sauvignon with blackcurrants, blackberries and tar. Wet earth, too. It’s full-bodied, yet very tight and reserved. Extremely racy, intense finish. This is super precise. Classical. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 96-97 (JS) |
In Bond
£250.00 |
|||||
James Suckling (96-97)This is a very pure expression of cabernet sauvignon with blackcurrants, blackberries and tar. Wet earth, too. It’s full-bodied, yet very tight and reserved. Extremely racy, intense finish. This is super precise. Classical. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 97-98 (JS) |
In Bond
£815.50 |
|||||
James Suckling (97-98)Extremely floral and fruity with currants and blackberries. It’s full-bodied and very layered with delicious, dense character. Full-bodied with dusty, layered tannins. Rich, but not heavy. Long and chewy on the finish. 55% cabernet sauvignon, 39% merlot, 3% cabernet franc, 2% petit verdot and 1% malbec. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 97-98 (JS) |
In Bond
£280.00 |
|||||
James Suckling (97-98)Extremely floral and fruity with currants and blackberries. It’s full-bodied and very layered with delicious, dense character. Full-bodied with dusty, layered tannins. Rich, but not heavy. Long and chewy on the finish. 55% cabernet sauvignon, 39% merlot, 3% cabernet franc, 2% petit verdot and 1% malbec. |
|||||||||
D'Issan
(12x75cl)
2023
|
|
Bordeaux | - | 96-97 (JS) |
Expected Price Range
£489 -
£581
|
||||
James Suckling (96-97)The purity of the fruit is really wonderful here, with blackcurrants, orange peel and raspberries. Aromatic. Full body, chewy tannins and a juicy finish. But it remains linear and vivid. The quality of the tannins and the powdery texture are really alluring. Silky. And so precise. 70% cabernet sauvignon, 25% merlot, 2.5% cabernet franc and 2.5% petit verdot. 13.83% alcohol. 3.66 pH. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 14 | 96-97 (JS) |
In Bond
£230.00 |
|||||
James Suckling (96-97)The purity of the fruit is really wonderful here, with blackcurrants, orange peel and raspberries. Aromatic. Full body, chewy tannins and a juicy finish. But it remains linear and vivid. The quality of the tannins and the powdery texture are really alluring. Silky. And so precise. 70% cabernet sauvignon, 25% merlot, 2.5% cabernet franc and 2.5% petit verdot. 13.83% alcohol. 3.66 pH. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 15 | 96-97 (JS) |
In Bond
£225.00 |
|||||
James Suckling (96-97)The purity of the fruit is really wonderful here, with blackcurrants, orange peel and raspberries. Aromatic. Full body, chewy tannins and a juicy finish. But it remains linear and vivid. The quality of the tannins and the powdery texture are really alluring. Silky. And so precise. 70% cabernet sauvignon, 25% merlot, 2.5% cabernet franc and 2.5% petit verdot. 13.83% alcohol. 3.66 pH. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 87-90 (VN (ID)) |
In Bond
£408.00 |
|||||
Vinous - Ian D'Agata (87-90)Opaque purple-ruby. Pungently aromatic notes of geranium, lavender, cilantro and violet dominate black fruits on the nose. Light and smooth in the mouth, with fresh black fruit flavors and better balance than the almost too perfumed nose suggests. The long finish features youthfully chewy tannins and a strong saline quality, not to mention very good juiciness. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (JS) |
In Bond
£554.00 |
|||||
James Suckling (94)Blackberry, blueberry and sweet-tobacco aromas. Full-bodied, dense and layered with ripe tannins and a chewy yet polished, tannic finish. A young Bordeaux with plenty of structure and focus. A blend of 71 per cent cabernet sauvignon and 29 per cent merlot. Try after 2022. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (JS) |
In Bond
£256.00 |
|||||
James Suckling (94)Blackberry, blueberry and sweet-tobacco aromas. Full-bodied, dense and layered with ripe tannins and a chewy yet polished, tannic finish. A young Bordeaux with plenty of structure and focus. A blend of 71 per cent cabernet sauvignon and 29 per cent merlot. Try after 2022. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 94-95 (JS) |
In Bond
£515.00 |
|||||
James Suckling (94-95)This is linear and tight with beautiful concentration of tannins and dark fruit, as well as tar and dark chocolate. Full, yet racy and long. Very solid and structured with tannins that integrate well into the wine. Better than the 2018. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 25 | 91-93 (JD) |
In Bond
£210.00 |
|||||
Jeb Dunnuck (91-93)Ripe red and black fruits, sappy flowers, leafy herbs, and some subtle marine-like nuances (iron, salt) all emerge from the 2023 Château Dauzac, a pure, medium-bodied, supple, elegant Margaux that has a great texture, ripe tannins, and outstanding length. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 5 | 92-93 (JS) |
In Bond
£318.00 |
|||||
James Suckling (92-93)A chewy and rich red with plenty of currant and black-cherry character. Tannic. Should come together nicely with some barrel aging. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 5 | 90-93 (JD) |
In Bond
£399.00 |
|||||
Jeb Dunnuck (90-93)Château Desmirail looks to have turned out a sensational wine in the vintage, and their 2017 offers a forward, already irresistible style as well as loads of spicy red and black fruits, incense and spice aromas, and flavors. I love its purity of fruit, it has medium-bodied richness, and ripe tannin. Drink it on release and over the following 10-15 years. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 92-93 (JS) |
In Bond
£466.00 |
|||||
James Suckling (92-93)A red with red berries and currants and some chocolate and hazelnuts. It’s medium-to full-bodied with ripe, savory tannins. Serious this year. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 2 | - |
In Bond
£422.00 |
|||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (WE) |
In Bond
£496.00 |
|||||
Wine Enthusiast (92)91-93 Barrel sample. Well structured, this has dry tannins over vivid black fruits. It shows acidity but also great juicy sweetness. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 10 | 92 (VN (NM)) |
In Bond
£209.00 |
|||||
Vinous - Neal Martin (92)The 2018 Deyrem Valentin is very perfumed on the nose, offering blackberry, blueberry, touches of violet petal and light incense aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, a fine bead of acidity, a silky-smooth texture and a vibrant, minerally finish that lingers. This is a gorgeous, finely tuned and precise Margaux that is going to give 20 years of drinking pleasure. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 88-90 (WA) |
In Bond
£727.00 |
|||||
Wine Advocate (88-90)A sleeper, Du Tertre's 1996 exhibits a black ruby/purple color, a sweet black fruit-scented nose, medium to full body, well-integrated tannin, and fine purity and depth. This wine should age nicely, yet have a degree of accessibility young. Anticipated maturity: 2004-2018. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (VN (ID)) |
In Bond
£789.00 |
|||||
Vinous - Ian D'Agata (92)(34% cabernet sauvignon, 33% merlot and 33% cabernet franc): Dark red with a hint of garnet at the rim. Complex aromas of dark berries, exotic herbs, clove, cocoa and menthol. At once fat and juicy, with harmonious acidity giving the wine's dark berry, underbrush and cocoa flavors terrific lift. Finishes smooth and dense, with a rich, ripe mouthfeel and excellent persistence. This very successful 1998 avoids the austere side of many other 1998 Bordeaux. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 6 | 92 (VN (ID)) |
In Bond
£549.00 |
|||||
Vinous - Ian D'Agata (92)(31.5 g/l dry extract; 13.4% alcohol): Deep ruby to the rim; much darker than both the 2001 and the 2003. Notes of milk chocolate, underbrush and cedar complicate the ripe red cherry and dark plum aromas. Enters sweet, dense and tactile, displaying ripe dark fruit, tobacco, porcini and mineral flavors of noteworthy precision and cut thanks to harmonious acidity. Finishes sweet, spicy, smooth and very long; once again, du Tertre comes across as remarkably fresh and focused in a hot vintage. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (VN (ID)) |
In Bond
£623.00 |
|||||
Vinous - Ian D'Agata (92)(34% cabernet sauvignon, 33% merlot and 33% cabernet franc; 30.1 g/l dry extract; 13.2% alcohol): Dark red with a garnet rim. Very sexy, inviting aromas of ripe red cherry, rose petal, mint, cinnamon and white pepper; this has to be one of the freshest, least overripe noses of all 2003 Bordeaux. Then remarkably vibrant and pure on the palate, with cabernet franc-dominated flavors of strawberry, violet, and cocoa complicated by a delicate white pepper nuance. The tannins are smooth and the finish long and suave. An alluring, supple wine with impeccable balance--and an unbelievable result in the furnace-like conditions of 2003. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 88 (WA) |
In Bond
£650.00 |
|||||
Wine Advocate (88)Aromas of chocolate, sweet cherries, dried herbs, and a hint of tapenade jump from the glass of this medium-bodied, silky, soft, pretty Margaux. Enjoy it over the next 10-12 years. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 90 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
£817.00 |
|||||
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (90)The 2005 du Tertre is a bold, savory wine, as it so often is. Game, scorched earth, licorice, tobacco and dried herbs give this dark, virile Margaux much of its distinctive personality. The 2005 has aged well. I would prefer to drink it over the next handful of years, before the fruit fully fades, even though there is enough density to allow for aging beyond that. Structurally, du Tertre is a bit lighter than most Margaux in 2005. |
|||||||||
|
|
Bordeaux | 1 | 93 (JS) |
In Bond
£795.00 |
|||||
James Suckling (93)Plenty of sweet tobacco with plum and berry character that follows through to a full body, with super polished tannins. Silky and stylish. Lovely chocolate, toasted oak and coffee too. Gorgeous balance. Best in 2016. |
|||||||||
Bordeaux's relatively diverse weather, particularly its rainfall, means that vintage variation can be quite broad between some years. However advances in wine making techniques, technology and investment has meant that many chateaux are still able to create very good wines in "lesser vintages". From the best vintages wines are made that are clambered for all over the world and mature excellently for many years.
This is a selection of some of our favourite vintages from Bordeaux over the last few decades, as well some more recent ones.
