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(12x75cl) 2020The Vincent Dureuil-Janthial Rully Rouge 2020 is an exquisite jewel crafted from the reputed vineyards of Burgundy, France. This premier producer, Vincent Dureuil-Janthial, is renowned for his meticulous viticulture practices, always respecting the biodiversity and health of the vineyards. His hand-harvested Pinot Noir is plucked from an organically farmed, limestone-dominant soil, leading to a wine rich in minerality and depth.
The 2020 Rully Rouge demonstrates the exquisite results of such expertly guided natural wine-making. A beautiful, vibrant ruby in the glass, the wine delivers an explosive combination of red fruit aromas and an elegant hint of spice. On the palate, it is perfectly balanced, offering fresh cherry notes coupled with a touch of earthiness, and a finish that lingers tantalisingly.
For true connoisseurs, the Vincent Dureuil-Janthial Rully Rouge 2020 represents a pinnacle of Burgundy wine-making, and a testament to the power of organic viticulture. Savour and enjoy.
Inc. VAT£567.94 -
(12x75cl) 2021
The Vincent Dureuil-Janthial Rully Rouge 2021 is a veritable celebration of exceptional Burgundian winemaking. Vincent Dureuil, a gifted bio-dynamic viticulturist in the Côte Chalonnaise, meticulously crafts this luxurious Pinot Noir in the village of Rully. Ensconce yourself in a blend resonating with red cherry and raspberry flavours, underpinned with a subtle note of wild herbs evoking the wine's terroir.
With meticulous attention to detail, Dureuil manages the entire process; from maturing in French oak barrels to bottling, without fining or filtration. The result is a wine with rich depth and purity. His adherence to organic principles, coupled with a minimalist approach in the cellar, ensures every bottle of Vincent Dureuil-Janthial Rully Rouge echoes the nuance and character of its vintage.
In the bustling arena of fine wines, the Vincent Dureuil-Janthial Rully Rouge 2021 stands out, defining new pinnacles of quality and finesse in every captivating sip.
Inc. VAT£556.01 -
(1x150cl) 1995Inc. VAT£346.00 -
(12x75cl) 2006Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (86-88)
Good dark red. Ripe aromas of redcurrant, mint and smoky, nutty oak. Sweet and plump, with a rather easygoing texture to its plum flavor. Finishes with slightly dusty, building tannins. This should be accessible fairly early.Inc. VAT£830.22 -
(6x75cl) 2009James Suckling (93)
Loads of sweet tobacco and berry character, with hints of chocolate on the nose. Full body, with meat and earth. Juicy finish. Tannins build on the finish. Try this in 2018.Inc. VAT£405.12 -
(12x75cl) 2010Inc. VAT£782.47
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Wine Enthusiast (93)
This is an immediately attractive wine that's fruity and fresh with acidity. It hasn't lost the firm character or structure of this chateau, but boasts fruitiness and a ripe feel. Drink from 2018.Inc. VAT£276.29 -
(12x75cl) 2014James Suckling (93)
There’s a cassis bush nose, which introduces a medium-bodied red with plenty of tannin but no hint of hardness. A very nice, hand-crafted wine that’s already appealing. From Biodynamically grown grapes. Drink in 2019.Inc. VAT£841.44 -
(6x150cl) 2015James Suckling (95-96)
This is the greatest wine ever made here. Incredible depth of fruit and power yet always polished and in reserve. Super depth of fruit. Layered. Amazing. Made from biodynamically-grown grapes.Inc. VAT£755.04 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (95)
The 2017 Durfort-Vivens is fabulous, not to mention one of the under the radar gems of the year. Rich and explosive in feel, the 2017 possesses tremendous intensity in every direction. Sweet floral notes, cedar, mint and spice add shades of nuance as this potent, vertically built Margaux opens up in the glass. In 2017, severe frost took with it 35% of the production. The fruit that survived produced an epic, marvelously rich Durfort-Vivens. Don't miss it.Inc. VAT£578.64 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (95)
The 2017 Durfort-Vivens is fabulous, not to mention one of the under the radar gems of the year. Rich and explosive in feel, the 2017 possesses tremendous intensity in every direction. Sweet floral notes, cedar, mint and spice add shades of nuance as this potent, vertically built Margaux opens up in the glass. In 2017, severe frost took with it 35% of the production. The fruit that survived produced an epic, marvelously rich Durfort-Vivens. Don't miss it.Inc. VAT£649.44 -
James Suckling (96-97)
This is a crazy wine. Everything was done by hand, without electricity, because it was made in seven-hectoliter amphora. The grapes were hand-sorted. It’s full-bodied with tannins that are integrated so well into the wine, which gives it tension and freshness. Blackberries. Lavender. 10 hectoliters. Best Dufort ever?Inc. VAT£251.16 -
(1x75cl) 2019Inc. VAT£78.80 -
Inc. VAT£713.04 -
Scoring double 96 points from the Wine Advocate's William Kelley and Decanter alongside double 95 points from Jane Anson of Inside Bordeaux and Vinous's Antonio Galloni, this blend of 90% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Merlot wowed Hindle so much that she 'immediately wanted another glass'. The palate is 'deep and concentrated' (WA) but with this being countered by 'so much clarity and freshness' (DC), it is 'hard not to be impressed by the balance on display here' (JA). A Margaux with serious agebility, this 2019 vintage has a drinking window up to 2065.
This Durfort-Vivens 2019 really is a 'brilliant Margaux' (WA). As William Kelley states, 'anyone who isn’t aware of just how good Gonzague Lurton’s wines are these days should taste a bottle' of this.
Inc. VAT£417.12 -
(12x37.5cl) 2020Wine Enthusiast (97)
In this wine, the tannins are velvety, with black fruits that are immensely concentrated. The texture and powerful tannins provide superb foils for the fruit. Drink from 2027. Organic and biodynamic.Inc. VAT£394.32 -
Wine Enthusiast (97)
In this wine, the tannins are velvety, with black fruits that are immensely concentrated. The texture and powerful tannins provide superb foils for the fruit. Drink from 2027. Organic and biodynamic.Inc. VAT£722.64 -
Wine Enthusiast (97)
In this wine, the tannins are velvety, with black fruits that are immensely concentrated. The texture and powerful tannins provide superb foils for the fruit. Drink from 2027. Organic and biodynamic.Inc. VAT£374.52 -
(12x37.5cl) 2021The Drinks Business (95-97)
Durfort-Vivens (Margaux; 97% Cabernet Sauvignon; 3% Merlot; aging for 18 months, 70% in new oak, 30% in amphora; tasted at the property). Cool, deep, austere and beautiful – with a very natural, elegant plunge-pool purity. Sesame seeds, very dark pure and crystalline berry fruit with damsons and sloes too, cassis and concentrated raspberry coulis; a suggestion of walnut oil too – rare in this vintage. There is a hint of the cedar to come, but this is much more about the fresh pulpy fruit for now. Violets, preserved violets and the parfumier’s essence of violet; hyacinth and peony too. Wild, herbal and slight gamey elements appear with greater aeration. This is texturally sublime on the entry with a lovely core of black cherry and damson fruit, ultra-refined tannins and great presence, compact density and purity. This is a wine with great concentration, depth and delineation – a combination that is very rare and very difficult to achieve in this vintage. An exceptional wine, with something of the calm tranquillity and refined grace and elegance of Pichon Comtesse de Lalande in recent vintages. One of the stars of the appellation and, indeed of the entire Médoc.Inc. VAT£399.49 -
The Drinks Business (95-97)
Durfort-Vivens (Margaux; 97% Cabernet Sauvignon; 3% Merlot; aging for 18 months, 70% in new oak, 30% in amphora; tasted at the property). Cool, deep, austere and beautiful – with a very natural, elegant plunge-pool purity. Sesame seeds, very dark pure and crystalline berry fruit with damsons and sloes too, cassis and concentrated raspberry coulis; a suggestion of walnut oil too – rare in this vintage. There is a hint of the cedar to come, but this is much more about the fresh pulpy fruit for now. Violets, preserved violets and the parfumier’s essence of violet; hyacinth and peony too. Wild, herbal and slight gamey elements appear with greater aeration. This is texturally sublime on the entry with a lovely core of black cherry and damson fruit, ultra-refined tannins and great presence, compact density and purity. This is a wine with great concentration, depth and delineation – a combination that is very rare and very difficult to achieve in this vintage. An exceptional wine, with something of the calm tranquillity and refined grace and elegance of Pichon Comtesse de Lalande in recent vintages. One of the stars of the appellation and, indeed of the entire Médoc.Inc. VAT£253.13 -
The Drinks Business (95-97)
Durfort-Vivens (Margaux; 97% Cabernet Sauvignon; 3% Merlot; aging for 18 months, 70% in new oak, 30% in amphora; tasted at the property). Cool, deep, austere and beautiful – with a very natural, elegant plunge-pool purity. Sesame seeds, very dark pure and crystalline berry fruit with damsons and sloes too, cassis and concentrated raspberry coulis; a suggestion of walnut oil too – rare in this vintage. There is a hint of the cedar to come, but this is much more about the fresh pulpy fruit for now. Violets, preserved violets and the parfumier’s essence of violet; hyacinth and peony too. Wild, herbal and slight gamey elements appear with greater aeration. This is texturally sublime on the entry with a lovely core of black cherry and damson fruit, ultra-refined tannins and great presence, compact density and purity. This is a wine with great concentration, depth and delineation – a combination that is very rare and very difficult to achieve in this vintage. An exceptional wine, with something of the calm tranquillity and refined grace and elegance of Pichon Comtesse de Lalande in recent vintages. One of the stars of the appellation and, indeed of the entire Médoc.Inc. VAT£483.46 -
(3x150cl) 2021The Drinks Business (95-97)
Durfort-Vivens (Margaux; 97% Cabernet Sauvignon; 3% Merlot; aging for 18 months, 70% in new oak, 30% in amphora; tasted at the property). Cool, deep, austere and beautiful – with a very natural, elegant plunge-pool purity. Sesame seeds, very dark pure and crystalline berry fruit with damsons and sloes too, cassis and concentrated raspberry coulis; a suggestion of walnut oil too – rare in this vintage. There is a hint of the cedar to come, but this is much more about the fresh pulpy fruit for now. Violets, preserved violets and the parfumier’s essence of violet; hyacinth and peony too. Wild, herbal and slight gamey elements appear with greater aeration. This is texturally sublime on the entry with a lovely core of black cherry and damson fruit, ultra-refined tannins and great presence, compact density and purity. This is a wine with great concentration, depth and delineation – a combination that is very rare and very difficult to achieve in this vintage. An exceptional wine, with something of the calm tranquillity and refined grace and elegance of Pichon Comtesse de Lalande in recent vintages. One of the stars of the appellation and, indeed of the entire Médoc.Inc. VAT£385.09 -
The Drinks Business (95-97)
Durfort-Vivens (Margaux; 97% Cabernet Sauvignon; 3% Merlot; aging for 18 months, 70% in new oak, 30% in amphora; tasted at the property). Cool, deep, austere and beautiful – with a very natural, elegant plunge-pool purity. Sesame seeds, very dark pure and crystalline berry fruit with damsons and sloes too, cassis and concentrated raspberry coulis; a suggestion of walnut oil too – rare in this vintage. There is a hint of the cedar to come, but this is much more about the fresh pulpy fruit for now. Violets, preserved violets and the parfumier’s essence of violet; hyacinth and peony too. Wild, herbal and slight gamey elements appear with greater aeration. This is texturally sublime on the entry with a lovely core of black cherry and damson fruit, ultra-refined tannins and great presence, compact density and purity. This is a wine with great concentration, depth and delineation – a combination that is very rare and very difficult to achieve in this vintage. An exceptional wine, with something of the calm tranquillity and refined grace and elegance of Pichon Comtesse de Lalande in recent vintages. One of the stars of the appellation and, indeed of the entire Médoc.Inc. VAT£452.20 -
James Suckling (96-97)
The quality of the tannins are pure velvet yet so, so fine in texture. Medium to full body with a weightless presence and beautiful heart. Rose stem and other flowers. 84% cabernet sauvignon and 16% merlot. From biodynamically grown grapes. From biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification.Inc. VAT£296.75 -
(12x75cl) 2023Vinous - Antonio Galloni (97)
The 2023 Durfort-Vivens is more impressive in bottle than it was as a young barrel sample. Dark and enveloping, the 2023 possesses superb depth and presence from start to finish. Blackberry, licorice, mocha and dried herbs all build in a positively stellar Grand Vin. There's so much to look forward to. Aging was 18 months, 70% in French oak and 30% in amphora.Inc. VAT£682.01 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (97)
The 2023 Durfort-Vivens is more impressive in bottle than it was as a young barrel sample. Dark and enveloping, the 2023 possesses superb depth and presence from start to finish. Blackberry, licorice, mocha and dried herbs all build in a positively stellar Grand Vin. There's so much to look forward to. Aging was 18 months, 70% in French oak and 30% in amphora.Inc. VAT£233.60 -
Elevate your wine collection with the Durfort-Vivens Blanc de Noir 2022, a striking expression from the acclaimed Château Durfort-Vivens estate in Margaux, Bordeaux. This unique Blanc de Noir embodies the commitment to biodynamic viticulture by the Lurton family, with the bold yet elegant blend of Merlot and Cabernet derived entirely from dark-skinned grapes.
Beneath the sapphire skies of 2022, these grapes were meticulously harvested and barrel fermented, developing an opulent profile brimming with notes of dark berry, velvety tannins, and a whisper of exotic spice. The Durfort-Vivens Blanc de Noir 2022 is not just a wine; it encapsulates the rich history of Bordeaux, a testament to the estate's 19th-century origins and its unwavering dedication to produce world-class wines. Relish in the allure of this limited edition vintage, a treasure amongst wine connoisseurs.
Inc. VAT£207.26 -
(6x75cl) 2015Inc. VAT£207.20 -
James Suckling (97)
Smelling this great Chateauneuf is like gazing into a deep chasm. Amazing complexity with aromas ranging from black raspberries through to candied orange, but also notes of raw meat and licorice. Super-concentrated, super-structured, but also more elegant than a wine built on this monumental scale can theoretically be. Extremely long, complete finish. A cuvee of 80% grenache, 10% syrah and 10% mourvedre. Drinkable now, but best from 2025.Inc. VAT£248.83 -
(1x75cl) 2018Inc. VAT£39.72
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(12x75cl) 2020
The Vincent Dureuil-Janthial Rully Rouge 2020 is an exquisite jewel crafted from the reputed vineyards of Burgundy, France. This premier producer, Vincent Dureuil-Janthial, is renowned for his meticulous viticulture practices, always respecting the biodiversity and health of the vineyards. His hand-harvested Pinot Noir is plucked from an organically farmed, limestone-dominant soil, leading to a wine rich in minerality and depth.
The 2020 Rully Rouge demonstrates the exquisite results of such expertly guided natural wine-making. A beautiful, vibrant ruby in the glass, the wine delivers an explosive combination of red fruit aromas and an elegant hint of spice. On the palate, it is perfectly balanced, offering fresh cherry notes coupled with a touch of earthiness, and a finish that lingers tantalisingly.
For true connoisseurs, the Vincent Dureuil-Janthial Rully Rouge 2020 represents a pinnacle of Burgundy wine-making, and a testament to the power of organic viticulture. Savour and enjoy.
In Bond£436.08 -
(12x75cl) 2021
The Vincent Dureuil-Janthial Rully Rouge 2021 is a veritable celebration of exceptional Burgundian winemaking. Vincent Dureuil, a gifted bio-dynamic viticulturist in the Côte Chalonnaise, meticulously crafts this luxurious Pinot Noir in the village of Rully. Ensconce yourself in a blend resonating with red cherry and raspberry flavours, underpinned with a subtle note of wild herbs evoking the wine's terroir.
With meticulous attention to detail, Dureuil manages the entire process; from maturing in French oak barrels to bottling, without fining or filtration. The result is a wine with rich depth and purity. His adherence to organic principles, coupled with a minimalist approach in the cellar, ensures every bottle of Vincent Dureuil-Janthial Rully Rouge echoes the nuance and character of its vintage.
In the bustling arena of fine wines, the Vincent Dureuil-Janthial Rully Rouge 2021 stands out, defining new pinnacles of quality and finesse in every captivating sip.
In Bond£422.00 -
(1x150cl) 1995In Bond£281.44
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(12x75cl) 2006
Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (86-88)
Good dark red. Ripe aromas of redcurrant, mint and smoky, nutty oak. Sweet and plump, with a rather easygoing texture to its plum flavor. Finishes with slightly dusty, building tannins. This should be accessible fairly early.In Bond£659.79 -
(6x75cl) 2009
James Suckling (93)
Loads of sweet tobacco and berry character, with hints of chocolate on the nose. Full body, with meat and earth. Juicy finish. Tannins build on the finish. Try this in 2018.In Bond£319.00 -
(12x75cl) 2010In Bond£620.00
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Wine Enthusiast (93)
This is an immediately attractive wine that's fruity and fresh with acidity. It hasn't lost the firm character or structure of this chateau, but boasts fruitiness and a ripe feel. Drink from 2018.In Bond£211.00 -
(12x75cl) 2014
James Suckling (93)
There’s a cassis bush nose, which introduces a medium-bodied red with plenty of tannin but no hint of hardness. A very nice, hand-crafted wine that’s already appealing. From Biodynamically grown grapes. Drink in 2019.In Bond£664.00 -
(6x150cl) 2015
James Suckling (95-96)
This is the greatest wine ever made here. Incredible depth of fruit and power yet always polished and in reserve. Super depth of fruit. Layered. Amazing. Made from biodynamically-grown grapes.In Bond£592.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (95)
The 2017 Durfort-Vivens is fabulous, not to mention one of the under the radar gems of the year. Rich and explosive in feel, the 2017 possesses tremendous intensity in every direction. Sweet floral notes, cedar, mint and spice add shades of nuance as this potent, vertically built Margaux opens up in the glass. In 2017, severe frost took with it 35% of the production. The fruit that survived produced an epic, marvelously rich Durfort-Vivens. Don't miss it.In Bond£445.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (95)
The 2017 Durfort-Vivens is fabulous, not to mention one of the under the radar gems of the year. Rich and explosive in feel, the 2017 possesses tremendous intensity in every direction. Sweet floral notes, cedar, mint and spice add shades of nuance as this potent, vertically built Margaux opens up in the glass. In 2017, severe frost took with it 35% of the production. The fruit that survived produced an epic, marvelously rich Durfort-Vivens. Don't miss it.In Bond£504.00 -
James Suckling (96-97)
This is a crazy wine. Everything was done by hand, without electricity, because it was made in seven-hectoliter amphora. The grapes were hand-sorted. It’s full-bodied with tannins that are integrated so well into the wine, which gives it tension and freshness. Blackberries. Lavender. 10 hectoliters. Best Dufort ever?In Bond£200.00 -
(1x75cl) 2019In Bond£63.00
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In Bond£557.00
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Scoring double 96 points from the Wine Advocate's William Kelley and Decanter alongside double 95 points from Jane Anson of Inside Bordeaux and Vinous's Antonio Galloni, this blend of 90% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Merlot wowed Hindle so much that she 'immediately wanted another glass'. The palate is 'deep and concentrated' (WA) but with this being countered by 'so much clarity and freshness' (DC), it is 'hard not to be impressed by the balance on display here' (JA). A Margaux with serious agebility, this 2019 vintage has a drinking window up to 2065.
This Durfort-Vivens 2019 really is a 'brilliant Margaux' (WA). As William Kelley states, 'anyone who isn’t aware of just how good Gonzague Lurton’s wines are these days should taste a bottle' of this.
In Bond£329.00 -
(12x37.5cl) 2020
Wine Enthusiast (97)
In this wine, the tannins are velvety, with black fruits that are immensely concentrated. The texture and powerful tannins provide superb foils for the fruit. Drink from 2027. Organic and biodynamic.In Bond£310.00 -
Wine Enthusiast (97)
In this wine, the tannins are velvety, with black fruits that are immensely concentrated. The texture and powerful tannins provide superb foils for the fruit. Drink from 2027. Organic and biodynamic.In Bond£565.00 -
Wine Enthusiast (97)
In this wine, the tannins are velvety, with black fruits that are immensely concentrated. The texture and powerful tannins provide superb foils for the fruit. Drink from 2027. Organic and biodynamic.In Bond£293.50 -
(12x37.5cl) 2021
The Drinks Business (95-97)
Durfort-Vivens (Margaux; 97% Cabernet Sauvignon; 3% Merlot; aging for 18 months, 70% in new oak, 30% in amphora; tasted at the property). Cool, deep, austere and beautiful – with a very natural, elegant plunge-pool purity. Sesame seeds, very dark pure and crystalline berry fruit with damsons and sloes too, cassis and concentrated raspberry coulis; a suggestion of walnut oil too – rare in this vintage. There is a hint of the cedar to come, but this is much more about the fresh pulpy fruit for now. Violets, preserved violets and the parfumier’s essence of violet; hyacinth and peony too. Wild, herbal and slight gamey elements appear with greater aeration. This is texturally sublime on the entry with a lovely core of black cherry and damson fruit, ultra-refined tannins and great presence, compact density and purity. This is a wine with great concentration, depth and delineation – a combination that is very rare and very difficult to achieve in this vintage. An exceptional wine, with something of the calm tranquillity and refined grace and elegance of Pichon Comtesse de Lalande in recent vintages. One of the stars of the appellation and, indeed of the entire Médoc.In Bond£315.00 -
The Drinks Business (95-97)
Durfort-Vivens (Margaux; 97% Cabernet Sauvignon; 3% Merlot; aging for 18 months, 70% in new oak, 30% in amphora; tasted at the property). Cool, deep, austere and beautiful – with a very natural, elegant plunge-pool purity. Sesame seeds, very dark pure and crystalline berry fruit with damsons and sloes too, cassis and concentrated raspberry coulis; a suggestion of walnut oil too – rare in this vintage. There is a hint of the cedar to come, but this is much more about the fresh pulpy fruit for now. Violets, preserved violets and the parfumier’s essence of violet; hyacinth and peony too. Wild, herbal and slight gamey elements appear with greater aeration. This is texturally sublime on the entry with a lovely core of black cherry and damson fruit, ultra-refined tannins and great presence, compact density and purity. This is a wine with great concentration, depth and delineation – a combination that is very rare and very difficult to achieve in this vintage. An exceptional wine, with something of the calm tranquillity and refined grace and elegance of Pichon Comtesse de Lalande in recent vintages. One of the stars of the appellation and, indeed of the entire Médoc.In Bond£199.00 -
The Drinks Business (95-97)
Durfort-Vivens (Margaux; 97% Cabernet Sauvignon; 3% Merlot; aging for 18 months, 70% in new oak, 30% in amphora; tasted at the property). Cool, deep, austere and beautiful – with a very natural, elegant plunge-pool purity. Sesame seeds, very dark pure and crystalline berry fruit with damsons and sloes too, cassis and concentrated raspberry coulis; a suggestion of walnut oil too – rare in this vintage. There is a hint of the cedar to come, but this is much more about the fresh pulpy fruit for now. Violets, preserved violets and the parfumier’s essence of violet; hyacinth and peony too. Wild, herbal and slight gamey elements appear with greater aeration. This is texturally sublime on the entry with a lovely core of black cherry and damson fruit, ultra-refined tannins and great presence, compact density and purity. This is a wine with great concentration, depth and delineation – a combination that is very rare and very difficult to achieve in this vintage. An exceptional wine, with something of the calm tranquillity and refined grace and elegance of Pichon Comtesse de Lalande in recent vintages. One of the stars of the appellation and, indeed of the entire Médoc.In Bond£379.00 -
(3x150cl) 2021
The Drinks Business (95-97)
Durfort-Vivens (Margaux; 97% Cabernet Sauvignon; 3% Merlot; aging for 18 months, 70% in new oak, 30% in amphora; tasted at the property). Cool, deep, austere and beautiful – with a very natural, elegant plunge-pool purity. Sesame seeds, very dark pure and crystalline berry fruit with damsons and sloes too, cassis and concentrated raspberry coulis; a suggestion of walnut oil too – rare in this vintage. There is a hint of the cedar to come, but this is much more about the fresh pulpy fruit for now. Violets, preserved violets and the parfumier’s essence of violet; hyacinth and peony too. Wild, herbal and slight gamey elements appear with greater aeration. This is texturally sublime on the entry with a lovely core of black cherry and damson fruit, ultra-refined tannins and great presence, compact density and purity. This is a wine with great concentration, depth and delineation – a combination that is very rare and very difficult to achieve in this vintage. An exceptional wine, with something of the calm tranquillity and refined grace and elegance of Pichon Comtesse de Lalande in recent vintages. One of the stars of the appellation and, indeed of the entire Médoc.In Bond£303.00 -
The Drinks Business (95-97)
Durfort-Vivens (Margaux; 97% Cabernet Sauvignon; 3% Merlot; aging for 18 months, 70% in new oak, 30% in amphora; tasted at the property). Cool, deep, austere and beautiful – with a very natural, elegant plunge-pool purity. Sesame seeds, very dark pure and crystalline berry fruit with damsons and sloes too, cassis and concentrated raspberry coulis; a suggestion of walnut oil too – rare in this vintage. There is a hint of the cedar to come, but this is much more about the fresh pulpy fruit for now. Violets, preserved violets and the parfumier’s essence of violet; hyacinth and peony too. Wild, herbal and slight gamey elements appear with greater aeration. This is texturally sublime on the entry with a lovely core of black cherry and damson fruit, ultra-refined tannins and great presence, compact density and purity. This is a wine with great concentration, depth and delineation – a combination that is very rare and very difficult to achieve in this vintage. An exceptional wine, with something of the calm tranquillity and refined grace and elegance of Pichon Comtesse de Lalande in recent vintages. One of the stars of the appellation and, indeed of the entire Médoc.In Bond£341.00 -
James Suckling (96-97)
The quality of the tannins are pure velvet yet so, so fine in texture. Medium to full body with a weightless presence and beautiful heart. Rose stem and other flowers. 84% cabernet sauvignon and 16% merlot. From biodynamically grown grapes. From biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification.In Bond£228.00 -
(12x75cl) 2023
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (97)
The 2023 Durfort-Vivens is more impressive in bottle than it was as a young barrel sample. Dark and enveloping, the 2023 possesses superb depth and presence from start to finish. Blackberry, licorice, mocha and dried herbs all build in a positively stellar Grand Vin. There's so much to look forward to. Aging was 18 months, 70% in French oak and 30% in amphora.In Bond£527.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (97)
The 2023 Durfort-Vivens is more impressive in bottle than it was as a young barrel sample. Dark and enveloping, the 2023 possesses superb depth and presence from start to finish. Blackberry, licorice, mocha and dried herbs all build in a positively stellar Grand Vin. There's so much to look forward to. Aging was 18 months, 70% in French oak and 30% in amphora.In Bond£174.00 -
Elevate your wine collection with the Durfort-Vivens Blanc de Noir 2022, a striking expression from the acclaimed Château Durfort-Vivens estate in Margaux, Bordeaux. This unique Blanc de Noir embodies the commitment to biodynamic viticulture by the Lurton family, with the bold yet elegant blend of Merlot and Cabernet derived entirely from dark-skinned grapes.
Beneath the sapphire skies of 2022, these grapes were meticulously harvested and barrel fermented, developing an opulent profile brimming with notes of dark berry, velvety tannins, and a whisper of exotic spice. The Durfort-Vivens Blanc de Noir 2022 is not just a wine; it encapsulates the rich history of Bordeaux, a testament to the estate's 19th-century origins and its unwavering dedication to produce world-class wines. Relish in the allure of this limited edition vintage, a treasure amongst wine connoisseurs.
In Bond£155.50 -
(6x75cl) 2015In Bond£152.00
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James Suckling (97)
Smelling this great Chateauneuf is like gazing into a deep chasm. Amazing complexity with aromas ranging from black raspberries through to candied orange, but also notes of raw meat and licorice. Super-concentrated, super-structured, but also more elegant than a wine built on this monumental scale can theoretically be. Extremely long, complete finish. A cuvee of 80% grenache, 10% syrah and 10% mourvedre. Drinkable now, but best from 2025.In Bond£186.00 -
(1x75cl) 2018In Bond£30.00
