France
The vast and diverse wine regions of France, each with its own unique terroirs, grape varieties, and winemaking techniques, are a treasure trove.
In Bordeaux, the birthplace of some of the world's most iconic wines, esteemed vineyards such as Château Lafite Rothschild, Château Margaux, Château Latour, and Château Haut-Brion produce exceptional red wines, showcasing the art of blending Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Malbec. The region is also renowned for its exquisite white wines, with vineyards like Château d'Yquem and Domaine de Chevalier producing legendary sweet wines.
Moving to Burgundy, the vineyards of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, Domaine Leroy, and Domaine Armand Rousseau capture the essence of the region's revered terroir, crafting exquisite red wines from the Pinot Noir grape. Meanwhile, Domaine Leflaive and Domaine Coche-Dury are celebrated for their world-class white wines, predominantly made from Chardonnay.
The Champagne region, known for its sparkling wines, boasts illustrious houses such as Krug, Dom Pérignon, and Moët & Chandon, as well as grower-producers like Pierre Péters and Jacques Selosse. These vineyards create exceptional sparkling wines using the traditional method, offering a symphony of delicate bubbles, elegant flavors, and vibrant acidity.
In the Rhône Valley, iconic vineyards like Chapoutier, E. Guigal, and Château de Beaucastel produce remarkable red wines in the northern appellations of Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie, and Cornas, showcasing the elegance and power of Syrah. Further south, Châteauneuf-du-Pape is celebrated for its rich and full-bodied red blends, with Château Rayas and Clos des Papes leading the way.
In Alsace, vineyards such as Domaine Zind-Humbrecht and omaine Trimbach craft exquisite white wines, including Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Gris, expressing the region's unique terroir and varietal character.
These are just a few highlights among the diverse array of wines that France offers. From the Loire Valley's crisp whites and elegant reds to the Languedoc-Roussillon's bold and robust wines, each region presents its own vinous treasures.
France
Product Name | Region | Qty | Score | Price | |||||
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97-98 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£361.24 |
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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. |
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D'Issan
(12x75cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | 96-97 (JS) |
Expected Price Range
£489 -
£581
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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. |
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D'Issan
(6x75cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | 96-97 (JS) |
Expected Price Range
£244 -
£290
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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. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 87-90 (VN (ID)) |
Inc. VAT
£535.27 |
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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. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£714.07 |
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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. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£330.04 |
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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. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 92-93 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£372.04 |
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James Suckling (92-93)This builds on the palate with medium to full body, lots of dark fruits and a full tannins that drive the finish. Shows energy and length. Precise and transparent. Could be better than 2016? |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94-95 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£664.87 |
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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. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 92-93 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£393.64 |
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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. |
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Bordeaux | 5 | 90-93 (JD) |
Inc. VAT
£524.47 |
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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. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92-93 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£590.86 |
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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. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | - |
Inc. VAT
£558.58 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (WE) |
Inc. VAT
£650.98 |
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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. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (VN (ID)) |
Inc. VAT
£888.07 |
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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. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 88 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£818.47 |
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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. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 90 (VN (AG)) |
Inc. VAT
£1,018.87 |
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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. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93 (VN (NM)) |
Inc. VAT
£1,087.27 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (93)The 2010 du Tertre soars out of the glass with blackberry, sous-bois and light mint aromas. Good definition here and nicely focused. The palate is medium-bodied with supple but quite firm tannins, a welcome sprinkling of cracked black pepper and an off-dry finish that feels long and persistent. Superb. Tasted blind at Farr Vintners 10-Year On Bordeaux horizontal. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 91-92 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£577.66 |
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James Suckling (91-92)This is really well done with soft tannins and berry, cherry and chocolate character. Full body, with round tannins. This year has more Cabernet Franc with 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cabernet Franc, 10% Merlot, and 10% Petit Verdot. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 91-92 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£422.44 |
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James Suckling (91-92)This is really well done with soft tannins and berry, cherry and chocolate character. Full body, with round tannins. This year has more Cabernet Franc with 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cabernet Franc, 10% Merlot, and 10% Petit Verdot. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (WE) |
Inc. VAT
£745.27 |
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Wine Enthusiast (95)Made by the same team as Giscours, this is a fine wine. Its rich structure combines with acidity and dense, plummy fruit to give a wine that charms now but is sure to age well. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (VN (AG)) |
Inc. VAT
£745.27 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)The 2017 du Tertre is a very pretty wine. Succulent red cherry, dried flowers, mint, blood orange and spice notes meld together in a pliant, mid-weight Margaux that will drink well right out of the gate. This is an especially elegant vintage for a property that often leans towards a wilder style. The 2017 is one of the prettiest recent Tertres I can remember tasting. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95-96 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£323.44 |
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James Suckling (95-96)A fantastic du Tertre with blackberries and blueberries. Very pure fruit character in general. Stone and tea undertones. It’s full-bodied with a tight, focused tannin backbone. Excellent structure. One of the best ever from here. So precise. A blend of 54% cabernet sauvignon, 27% merlot, 13% cabernet franc and 6% petit verdot. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 94-95 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£687.67 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Blackberry, graphite and blueberry character. It’s full-bodied, layered and chewy with fine-grained tannins and a punchy finish. |
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Bordeaux | 5 | 92-93 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£542.47 |
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James Suckling (92-93)A juicy and soft textured, medium-bodied red with cherry, earth and orange-peel character. Creamy and delicious. 64% cabernet sauvignon, 20% cabernet franc, 10% merlot and 6% petit verdot. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92-93 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£486.04 |
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James Suckling (92-93)A juicy and soft textured, medium-bodied red with cherry, earth and orange-peel character. Creamy and delicious. 64% cabernet sauvignon, 20% cabernet franc, 10% merlot and 6% petit verdot. |
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Du Tertre
(6x75cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | 95-96 (JS) |
Expected Price Range
£146 -
£173
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James Suckling (95-96)The lead pencil, blackberries and blackcurrants are very intense on both the nose and palate. Medium-bodied with a solid core of fruit and tannins and a creamy, refined texture that turns to a medium finish. 70% cabernet sauvignon, 15% merlot, 11% cabernet franc and 4% petit verdot. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£486.49 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 91.0 |
Inc. VAT
£837.67 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 91.0 |
Inc. VAT
£837.67 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (VN (AG)) |
Inc. VAT
£852.07 |
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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. |
Product Name | Region | Qty | Score | Price | |||||
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97-98 (JS) |
In Bond
£285.00 |
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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. |
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D'Issan
(12x75cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | 96-97 (JS) |
Expected Price Range
£489 -
£581
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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. |
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D'Issan
(6x75cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | 96-97 (JS) |
Expected Price Range
£244 -
£290
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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. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 87-90 (VN (ID)) |
In Bond
£414.00 |
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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. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (JS) |
In Bond
£563.00 |
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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. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (JS) |
In Bond
£259.00 |
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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. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 92-93 (JS) |
In Bond
£294.00 |
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James Suckling (92-93)This builds on the palate with medium to full body, lots of dark fruits and a full tannins that drive the finish. Shows energy and length. Precise and transparent. Could be better than 2016? |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94-95 (JS) |
In Bond
£522.00 |
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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. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 92-93 (JS) |
In Bond
£312.00 |
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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. |
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Bordeaux | 5 | 90-93 (JD) |
In Bond
£405.00 |
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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. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92-93 (JS) |
In Bond
£471.00 |
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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. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | - |
In Bond
£427.00 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (WE) |
In Bond
£504.00 |
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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. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (VN (ID)) |
In Bond
£708.00 |
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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. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 88 (WA) |
In Bond
£650.00 |
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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. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 90 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
£817.00 |
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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. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93 (VN (NM)) |
In Bond
£874.00 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (93)The 2010 du Tertre soars out of the glass with blackberry, sous-bois and light mint aromas. Good definition here and nicely focused. The palate is medium-bodied with supple but quite firm tannins, a welcome sprinkling of cracked black pepper and an off-dry finish that feels long and persistent. Superb. Tasted blind at Farr Vintners 10-Year On Bordeaux horizontal. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 91-92 (JS) |
In Bond
£460.00 |
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James Suckling (91-92)This is really well done with soft tannins and berry, cherry and chocolate character. Full body, with round tannins. This year has more Cabernet Franc with 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cabernet Franc, 10% Merlot, and 10% Petit Verdot. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 91-92 (JS) |
In Bond
£336.00 |
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James Suckling (91-92)This is really well done with soft tannins and berry, cherry and chocolate character. Full body, with round tannins. This year has more Cabernet Franc with 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cabernet Franc, 10% Merlot, and 10% Petit Verdot. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (WE) |
In Bond
£589.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (95)Made by the same team as Giscours, this is a fine wine. Its rich structure combines with acidity and dense, plummy fruit to give a wine that charms now but is sure to age well. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
£589.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)The 2017 du Tertre is a very pretty wine. Succulent red cherry, dried flowers, mint, blood orange and spice notes meld together in a pliant, mid-weight Margaux that will drink well right out of the gate. This is an especially elegant vintage for a property that often leans towards a wilder style. The 2017 is one of the prettiest recent Tertres I can remember tasting. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95-96 (JS) |
In Bond
£253.50 |
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James Suckling (95-96)A fantastic du Tertre with blackberries and blueberries. Very pure fruit character in general. Stone and tea undertones. It’s full-bodied with a tight, focused tannin backbone. Excellent structure. One of the best ever from here. So precise. A blend of 54% cabernet sauvignon, 27% merlot, 13% cabernet franc and 6% petit verdot. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 94-95 (JS) |
In Bond
£541.00 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Blackberry, graphite and blueberry character. It’s full-bodied, layered and chewy with fine-grained tannins and a punchy finish. |
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Bordeaux | 5 | 92-93 (JS) |
In Bond
£420.00 |
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James Suckling (92-93)A juicy and soft textured, medium-bodied red with cherry, earth and orange-peel character. Creamy and delicious. 64% cabernet sauvignon, 20% cabernet franc, 10% merlot and 6% petit verdot. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92-93 (JS) |
In Bond
£389.00 |
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James Suckling (92-93)A juicy and soft textured, medium-bodied red with cherry, earth and orange-peel character. Creamy and delicious. 64% cabernet sauvignon, 20% cabernet franc, 10% merlot and 6% petit verdot. |
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Du Tertre
(6x75cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | 95-96 (JS) |
Expected Price Range
£146 -
£173
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James Suckling (95-96)The lead pencil, blackberries and blackcurrants are very intense on both the nose and palate. Medium-bodied with a solid core of fruit and tannins and a creamy, refined texture that turns to a medium finish. 70% cabernet sauvignon, 15% merlot, 11% cabernet franc and 4% petit verdot. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
In Bond
£399.00 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 91.0 |
In Bond
£666.00 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 91.0 |
In Bond
£666.00 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
£678.00 |
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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. |