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Wine Advocate (78-80)
This wine is light, pleasant and fruity, but diluted. Drink it up over the near-term. La Fleur has been on a qualitative tier of late, but the 2013 is certainly not in that category.Inc. VAT£314.81 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (86-89)
The 2014 La Fleur is deep, dense and authoritative in style. A host of black cherries, smoke, mocha, licorice, violets and plums blossom as this pliant, expressive wine shows off its bold personality. Today the tannins are quite overpowering. It will be interesting to see if the 2014 develops a bit better balance in bottle.Inc. VAT£332.35 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (86-89)
The 2014 La Fleur is deep, dense and authoritative in style. A host of black cherries, smoke, mocha, licorice, violets and plums blossom as this pliant, expressive wine shows off its bold personality. Today the tannins are quite overpowering. It will be interesting to see if the 2014 develops a bit better balance in bottle.Inc. VAT£199.18 -
(12x75cl) 2015Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)
The 2015 La Fleur is forward, open-knit and quite attractive. Hints of cedar, tobacco, mint and dried flowers add aromatic lift and nuance to a core of dark red plum Merlot fruit in this pretty, midweight Saint-Émilion. The 2015 is not super-complex, but it is impeccably balanced. Drink it over the next decade or so.Inc. VAT£347.21 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (87)
The 2016 La Fleur is racy and super-ripe, with elevated alcohol, hard tannins and oxidative notes that make it hard to find much pleasure. I expected more from this Saint-Émilion.Inc. VAT£400.01 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (90-93)
The 2018 La Fleur (Dassault) is racy and sumptuous to the core. Inky red/purplish berry fruit, rose petal, sweet spice and mint are all laced together. This luscious, creamy Saint-Émilion has plenty to offer. Fine tannins support a finish of real substance and persistence.Inc. VAT£390.41 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (90-93)
The 2018 La Fleur (Dassault) is racy and sumptuous to the core. Inky red/purplish berry fruit, rose petal, sweet spice and mint are all laced together. This luscious, creamy Saint-Émilion has plenty to offer. Fine tannins support a finish of real substance and persistence.Inc. VAT£390.41 -
James Suckling (94-95)
Blackberry, dark chocolate and spice aromas and flavors. Medium to full body. Solid core of fruit and tannins that run the length of the wine.Inc. VAT£342.41 -
(12x75cl) 2001Crafted with excellence, La Fleur de Bouard 2001 unfolds a rich tapestry of flavours on the palate. Produced in the esteemed vineyards of Hubert de Bouard, this distinguished Bordeaux blend is a reflection of the exceptional terroir of Lalande de Pomerol. High-density planting techniques are implemented and low yields are maintained to ensure optimum fruit quality for premium winemaking.
La Fleur de Bouard 2001 is meticulously crafted through an innovative vinification process that includes pre-fermentation cold maceration and maturation in 100% new oak barrels. This fine wine perfectly articulates its unique provenance through its expressions of intense black cherries, cassis and spicy oak.
Brought to fruition by the time-honoured passion and expertise of the de Bouard family, La Fleur de Bouard 2001 is truly a harmonious symphony of vintage Bordeaux sophistication. An exceptional gem for the discerning palettes of true connoisseurs, La Fleur de Bouard 2001 is a compelling testament to age-worthy finesse.
Inc. VAT£442.18 -
Wine Advocate (91)
At present, this estate is the reference point for high quality wines from Lalande de Pomerol. The basic cuvee from proprietor Hubert de Bouard and his wife Corinne, the 2006 La Fleur de Bouard is composed of 80% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon. Sensationally rich, with abundant quantities of blue and black fruits, spring flowers, graphite, licorice, and hints of espresso roast as well as toasty oak, it is supple enough to be drunk now, or cellared for a decade.Inc. VAT£561.10 -
(12x75cl) 2009Wine Spectator (95)
Supersilky and round, with lovely berry, licorice and black chocolate character. Full and gorgeous. Like it. Score range: 92-95Inc. VAT£605.50 -
Vinous - Ian D'Agata (88-90)
(85% merlot, 12% cabernet franc and 3% cabernet sauvignon): Inky purple. Deep aromas of cassis, cocoa, violet and vanilla. Smooth, rich and dense; with lovely precision to the floral and cocoa flavors. Finishes smooth, with a persistent blackberry note and captivating juiciness. Finishes with copious, mounting tannins but remains smooth and balanced on the long, creamy finish. Excellent.Inc. VAT£364.30 -
(12x75cl) 2015James Suckling (93-94)
A fabulous bottle with so much salt and blackberry character. Full and chewy yet polished and agile. Persistent finish. 85% merlot, 12% cabernet franc and 3% cabernet sauvignon.Inc. VAT£593.94 -
(12x75cl) 2018Vinous - Neal Martin (93)
The 2018 La Fleur de Boüard is very well defined on the nose, gorgeous scents of blackberry, blueberry, violet and potpourri bursting from the glass but retaining fine delineation and focus. The palate is crisp on the entry, with graphite-tinged black fruit framed by fine tannins and a structured, tensile finish. This is one of the best La Fleur de Boüard vintages that I have encountered. Excellent.Inc. VAT£315.67 -
Vinous - Neal Martin (93)
The 2018 La Fleur de Boüard is very well defined on the nose, gorgeous scents of blackberry, blueberry, violet and potpourri bursting from the glass but retaining fine delineation and focus. The palate is crisp on the entry, with graphite-tinged black fruit framed by fine tannins and a structured, tensile finish. This is one of the best La Fleur de Boüard vintages that I have encountered. Excellent.Inc. VAT£363.55 -
Vinous - Neal Martin (93)
The 2018 La Fleur de Boüard is very well defined on the nose, gorgeous scents of blackberry, blueberry, violet and potpourri bursting from the glass but retaining fine delineation and focus. The palate is crisp on the entry, with graphite-tinged black fruit framed by fine tannins and a structured, tensile finish. This is one of the best La Fleur de Boüard vintages that I have encountered. Excellent.Inc. VAT£195.58 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (93)
The 2019 La Fleur de Boüard is gorgeous. Sweet floral and spice top notes meld into a core of red/purplish fruit, blood orange, menthol, spice and cedar. Creamy and open-knit, with lovely perfume and fine balance, the 2019 Le Plus is impressive, not to mention a real charmer. In a second tasting it was even more exotic and sexy.Inc. VAT£189.20 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (93)
The 2020 La Fleur de Boüard is gorgeous. Freshly cut flowers, bright red-toned fruit, blood orange, mint and cinnamon lend notable vibrancy to this mid-weight wine from the de Boüard family. It's great to see a style that shows greater freshness than in the early days here.Inc. VAT£194.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (93)
The 2020 La Fleur de Boüard is gorgeous. Freshly cut flowers, bright red-toned fruit, blood orange, mint and cinnamon lend notable vibrancy to this mid-weight wine from the de Boüard family. It's great to see a style that shows greater freshness than in the early days here.Inc. VAT£189.20 -
Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (89-92)
Bright ruby-red. Meaty dark berries and leather on the nose. Dense, sweet and highly concentrated, with very ripe flavors of plum, cassis, licorice and spices. Finishes with dusty but sweet tannins, a cool suggestion of menthol that gives it life, and sneaky length.Inc. VAT£1,697.21 -
(12x75cl) 2013In the realm of fine clarets, La Fleur de Gay 2013 is indeed a prized gem, enchanting discerning connoisseurs. Hailing from the historic Pomerol region in Bordeaux, France, it enthuses persistent allure synonymous with its iconic lineage. A single-estate wine, it boasts an exceptional pedigree, produced meticulously by the Chateau Lafleur estate. Devotion to tradition is evident, with selective hand-picking and aged for 18 months in French oak barrels. This practice ensures each bottle inherits the distinctive excellence Chateau Lafleur is renowned for.
La Fleur de Gay 2013 greets with its intense ruby hue, unfolding a symphony of black cherry, blackcurrant, and licorice, culminating with refined cocoa notes. This Merlot blend reveals profound depth and complexity on the palate, beautifully structured tannins paving the way for a lingering finish. Coupled with masterful maturation, optimal weather conditions in 2013 have rendered this vintage unparalleled— a living testament to the region’s prime terroirs and the estate’s exquisite winemaking prowess.
Inc. VAT£844.12 -
(12x75cl) 2014Wine Advocate (92)
The 2014 La Fleur de Gay has much more complexity on the nose compared to its peers with intense blackberry, black truffle and smoke aromas emerging from the glass in orderly fashion. The palate is medium-bodied with very fine tannin. There is still a layer of new oak to wade through at the moment, but there is certainly substance to soak that up with time. This is a more muscular La Fleur de Gay than previous vintages: structured with a firm backbone, but it will mellow and soften for those that will afford it requisite bottle age. One to watch.Inc. VAT£1,215.25 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (94)
The 2016 La Fleur de Gay is a wine of real personality and class. Dark cherry jam, mocha, espresso, blood orange and rose petal give the 2016 an exotic quality that is hugely appealing, while beams of supporting tannin provide the framework. In the glass, the 2016 is rich, dense and remarkably vivid, all of which make it absolutely compelling. This is a fabulous showing.Inc. VAT£1,047.55 -
Wine Spectator (91-94)
Solid, with licorice root, ganache and fig notes forming a slightly muscular core, backed by brambly grip and a good dose of roasted apple wood on the finish. A touch rustic but has the core of fruit to fill out. For fans of the style.Inc. VAT£882.70 -
Wine Advocate (89-91)
Deep purple-black colored, the 2018 La Fleur de Gay delivers bold notions of baked plums, mulberries and blackberry preserves with touches of tar, bay leaves and truffles. Full-bodied and rich, with a plush texture, it has soft acid and a spicy finish.Inc. VAT£1,085.21 -
Wine Advocate (89-91)
Deep purple-black colored, the 2018 La Fleur de Gay delivers bold notions of baked plums, mulberries and blackberry preserves with touches of tar, bay leaves and truffles. Full-bodied and rich, with a plush texture, it has soft acid and a spicy finish.Inc. VAT£424.54 -
Wine Advocate (89-91)
Deep purple-black colored, the 2018 La Fleur de Gay delivers bold notions of baked plums, mulberries and blackberry preserves with touches of tar, bay leaves and truffles. Full-bodied and rich, with a plush texture, it has soft acid and a spicy finish.Inc. VAT£787.87 -
Wine Advocate (89-91)
Deep purple-black colored, the 2018 La Fleur de Gay delivers bold notions of baked plums, mulberries and blackberry preserves with touches of tar, bay leaves and truffles. Full-bodied and rich, with a plush texture, it has soft acid and a spicy finish.Inc. VAT£1,100.81 -
Decanter (94)
Blackcurrant, coffee beans and toast on the nose. This is ample and so concentrated with a deep core of black fruit and liquorice. Tannic muscle but carefully integrated supporting the fruit to give a balanced frame overall. Feels sophisticated, heady and seductive. Long ageing potential.Inc. VAT£900.85 -
(6x75cl) 2019Decanter (94)
Blackcurrant, coffee beans and toast on the nose. This is ample and so concentrated with a deep core of black fruit and liquorice. Tannic muscle but carefully integrated supporting the fruit to give a balanced frame overall. Feels sophisticated, heady and seductive. Long ageing potential.Inc. VAT£496.91
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Wine Advocate (78-80)
This wine is light, pleasant and fruity, but diluted. Drink it up over the near-term. La Fleur has been on a qualitative tier of late, but the 2013 is certainly not in that category.In Bond£221.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (86-89)
The 2014 La Fleur is deep, dense and authoritative in style. A host of black cherries, smoke, mocha, licorice, violets and plums blossom as this pliant, expressive wine shows off its bold personality. Today the tannins are quite overpowering. It will be interesting to see if the 2014 develops a bit better balance in bottle.In Bond£237.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (86-89)
The 2014 La Fleur is deep, dense and authoritative in style. A host of black cherries, smoke, mocha, licorice, violets and plums blossom as this pliant, expressive wine shows off its bold personality. Today the tannins are quite overpowering. It will be interesting to see if the 2014 develops a bit better balance in bottle.In Bond£146.00 -
(12x75cl) 2015
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)
The 2015 La Fleur is forward, open-knit and quite attractive. Hints of cedar, tobacco, mint and dried flowers add aromatic lift and nuance to a core of dark red plum Merlot fruit in this pretty, midweight Saint-Émilion. The 2015 is not super-complex, but it is impeccably balanced. Drink it over the next decade or so.In Bond£248.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (87)
The 2016 La Fleur is racy and super-ripe, with elevated alcohol, hard tannins and oxidative notes that make it hard to find much pleasure. I expected more from this Saint-Émilion.In Bond£292.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (90-93)
The 2018 La Fleur (Dassault) is racy and sumptuous to the core. Inky red/purplish berry fruit, rose petal, sweet spice and mint are all laced together. This luscious, creamy Saint-Émilion has plenty to offer. Fine tannins support a finish of real substance and persistence.In Bond£284.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (90-93)
The 2018 La Fleur (Dassault) is racy and sumptuous to the core. Inky red/purplish berry fruit, rose petal, sweet spice and mint are all laced together. This luscious, creamy Saint-Émilion has plenty to offer. Fine tannins support a finish of real substance and persistence.In Bond£284.00 -
James Suckling (94-95)
Blackberry, dark chocolate and spice aromas and flavors. Medium to full body. Solid core of fruit and tannins that run the length of the wine.In Bond£244.00 -
(12x75cl) 2001
Crafted with excellence, La Fleur de Bouard 2001 unfolds a rich tapestry of flavours on the palate. Produced in the esteemed vineyards of Hubert de Bouard, this distinguished Bordeaux blend is a reflection of the exceptional terroir of Lalande de Pomerol. High-density planting techniques are implemented and low yields are maintained to ensure optimum fruit quality for premium winemaking.
La Fleur de Bouard 2001 is meticulously crafted through an innovative vinification process that includes pre-fermentation cold maceration and maturation in 100% new oak barrels. This fine wine perfectly articulates its unique provenance through its expressions of intense black cherries, cassis and spicy oak.
Brought to fruition by the time-honoured passion and expertise of the de Bouard family, La Fleur de Bouard 2001 is truly a harmonious symphony of vintage Bordeaux sophistication. An exceptional gem for the discerning palettes of true connoisseurs, La Fleur de Bouard 2001 is a compelling testament to age-worthy finesse.
In Bond£330.00 -
Wine Advocate (91)
At present, this estate is the reference point for high quality wines from Lalande de Pomerol. The basic cuvee from proprietor Hubert de Bouard and his wife Corinne, the 2006 La Fleur de Bouard is composed of 80% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon. Sensationally rich, with abundant quantities of blue and black fruits, spring flowers, graphite, licorice, and hints of espresso roast as well as toasty oak, it is supple enough to be drunk now, or cellared for a decade.In Bond£429.00 -
(12x75cl) 2009
Wine Spectator (95)
Supersilky and round, with lovely berry, licorice and black chocolate character. Full and gorgeous. Like it. Score range: 92-95In Bond£466.00 -
Vinous - Ian D'Agata (88-90)
(85% merlot, 12% cabernet franc and 3% cabernet sauvignon): Inky purple. Deep aromas of cassis, cocoa, violet and vanilla. Smooth, rich and dense; with lovely precision to the floral and cocoa flavors. Finishes smooth, with a persistent blackberry note and captivating juiciness. Finishes with copious, mounting tannins but remains smooth and balanced on the long, creamy finish. Excellent.In Bond£265.00 -
(12x75cl) 2015
James Suckling (93-94)
A fabulous bottle with so much salt and blackberry character. Full and chewy yet polished and agile. Persistent finish. 85% merlot, 12% cabernet franc and 3% cabernet sauvignon.In Bond£462.89 -
(12x75cl) 2018
Vinous - Neal Martin (93)
The 2018 La Fleur de Boüard is very well defined on the nose, gorgeous scents of blackberry, blueberry, violet and potpourri bursting from the glass but retaining fine delineation and focus. The palate is crisp on the entry, with graphite-tinged black fruit framed by fine tannins and a structured, tensile finish. This is one of the best La Fleur de Boüard vintages that I have encountered. Excellent.In Bond£231.00 -
Vinous - Neal Martin (93)
The 2018 La Fleur de Boüard is very well defined on the nose, gorgeous scents of blackberry, blueberry, violet and potpourri bursting from the glass but retaining fine delineation and focus. The palate is crisp on the entry, with graphite-tinged black fruit framed by fine tannins and a structured, tensile finish. This is one of the best La Fleur de Boüard vintages that I have encountered. Excellent.In Bond£263.00 -
Vinous - Neal Martin (93)
The 2018 La Fleur de Boüard is very well defined on the nose, gorgeous scents of blackberry, blueberry, violet and potpourri bursting from the glass but retaining fine delineation and focus. The palate is crisp on the entry, with graphite-tinged black fruit framed by fine tannins and a structured, tensile finish. This is one of the best La Fleur de Boüard vintages that I have encountered. Excellent.In Bond£143.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (93)
The 2019 La Fleur de Boüard is gorgeous. Sweet floral and spice top notes meld into a core of red/purplish fruit, blood orange, menthol, spice and cedar. Creamy and open-knit, with lovely perfume and fine balance, the 2019 Le Plus is impressive, not to mention a real charmer. In a second tasting it was even more exotic and sexy.In Bond£137.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (93)
The 2020 La Fleur de Boüard is gorgeous. Freshly cut flowers, bright red-toned fruit, blood orange, mint and cinnamon lend notable vibrancy to this mid-weight wine from the de Boüard family. It's great to see a style that shows greater freshness than in the early days here.In Bond£141.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (93)
The 2020 La Fleur de Boüard is gorgeous. Freshly cut flowers, bright red-toned fruit, blood orange, mint and cinnamon lend notable vibrancy to this mid-weight wine from the de Boüard family. It's great to see a style that shows greater freshness than in the early days here.In Bond£137.00 -
Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (89-92)
Bright ruby-red. Meaty dark berries and leather on the nose. Dense, sweet and highly concentrated, with very ripe flavors of plum, cassis, licorice and spices. Finishes with dusty but sweet tannins, a cool suggestion of menthol that gives it life, and sneaky length.In Bond£1,373.00 -
(12x75cl) 2013
In the realm of fine clarets, La Fleur de Gay 2013 is indeed a prized gem, enchanting discerning connoisseurs. Hailing from the historic Pomerol region in Bordeaux, France, it enthuses persistent allure synonymous with its iconic lineage. A single-estate wine, it boasts an exceptional pedigree, produced meticulously by the Chateau Lafleur estate. Devotion to tradition is evident, with selective hand-picking and aged for 18 months in French oak barrels. This practice ensures each bottle inherits the distinctive excellence Chateau Lafleur is renowned for.
La Fleur de Gay 2013 greets with its intense ruby hue, unfolding a symphony of black cherry, blackcurrant, and licorice, culminating with refined cocoa notes. This Merlot blend reveals profound depth and complexity on the palate, beautifully structured tannins paving the way for a lingering finish. Coupled with masterful maturation, optimal weather conditions in 2013 have rendered this vintage unparalleled— a living testament to the region’s prime terroirs and the estate’s exquisite winemaking prowess.
In Bond£664.95 -
(12x75cl) 2014
Wine Advocate (92)
The 2014 La Fleur de Gay has much more complexity on the nose compared to its peers with intense blackberry, black truffle and smoke aromas emerging from the glass in orderly fashion. The palate is medium-bodied with very fine tannin. There is still a layer of new oak to wade through at the moment, but there is certainly substance to soak that up with time. This is a more muscular La Fleur de Gay than previous vintages: structured with a firm backbone, but it will mellow and soften for those that will afford it requisite bottle age. One to watch.In Bond£974.23 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (94)
The 2016 La Fleur de Gay is a wine of real personality and class. Dark cherry jam, mocha, espresso, blood orange and rose petal give the 2016 an exotic quality that is hugely appealing, while beams of supporting tannin provide the framework. In the glass, the 2016 is rich, dense and remarkably vivid, all of which make it absolutely compelling. This is a fabulous showing.In Bond£833.00 -
Wine Spectator (91-94)
Solid, with licorice root, ganache and fig notes forming a slightly muscular core, backed by brambly grip and a good dose of roasted apple wood on the finish. A touch rustic but has the core of fruit to fill out. For fans of the style.In Bond£697.00 -
Wine Advocate (89-91)
Deep purple-black colored, the 2018 La Fleur de Gay delivers bold notions of baked plums, mulberries and blackberry preserves with touches of tar, bay leaves and truffles. Full-bodied and rich, with a plush texture, it has soft acid and a spicy finish.In Bond£863.00 -
Wine Advocate (89-91)
Deep purple-black colored, the 2018 La Fleur de Gay delivers bold notions of baked plums, mulberries and blackberry preserves with touches of tar, bay leaves and truffles. Full-bodied and rich, with a plush texture, it has soft acid and a spicy finish.In Bond£340.00 -
Wine Advocate (89-91)
Deep purple-black colored, the 2018 La Fleur de Gay delivers bold notions of baked plums, mulberries and blackberry preserves with touches of tar, bay leaves and truffles. Full-bodied and rich, with a plush texture, it has soft acid and a spicy finish.In Bond£629.00 -
Wine Advocate (89-91)
Deep purple-black colored, the 2018 La Fleur de Gay delivers bold notions of baked plums, mulberries and blackberry preserves with touches of tar, bay leaves and truffles. Full-bodied and rich, with a plush texture, it has soft acid and a spicy finish.In Bond£876.00 -
Decanter (94)
Blackcurrant, coffee beans and toast on the nose. This is ample and so concentrated with a deep core of black fruit and liquorice. Tannic muscle but carefully integrated supporting the fruit to give a balanced frame overall. Feels sophisticated, heady and seductive. Long ageing potential.In Bond£708.00 -
(6x75cl) 2019
Decanter (94)
Blackcurrant, coffee beans and toast on the nose. This is ample and so concentrated with a deep core of black fruit and liquorice. Tannic muscle but carefully integrated supporting the fruit to give a balanced frame overall. Feels sophisticated, heady and seductive. Long ageing potential.In Bond£394.85
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.
