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2009 CHÂTEAU LAURIOL Côtes de Francs
Bordeaux France
This cracking claret ticks all the boxes in terms of value, looks and immediate drinkability. Owned by the Thienpont family (also owners of Vieux Chateau Certan, one of Pomerol's best properties... (more info)
Bordeaux France
This cracking claret ticks all the boxes in terms of value, looks and immediate drinkability. Owned by the Thienpont family (also owners of Vieux Chateau Certan, one of Pomerol's best properties... (more info)
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2009 CHÂTEAU HAUT CABUT Côtes de Blaye
Bordeaux France
This Merlot dominated claret (10% Cabernet Sauvignon) is packed with ripe juicy fruit and shows just a hint of oak on the crunchy finish. Delivers well at this price level.
Bordeaux France
This Merlot dominated claret (10% Cabernet Sauvignon) is packed with ripe juicy fruit and shows just a hint of oak on the crunchy finish. Delivers well at this price level.
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2010 CHÂTEAU GOUBAU La Source Côtes de Castillon
Bordeaux France
Adjoining the vineyards of Saint Emilion these wines are a brilliantly priced alternative to those of their more expensive neighbours. A fairly modern, full-on style wine for Bordeaux (which means... (more info)
Bordeaux France
Adjoining the vineyards of Saint Emilion these wines are a brilliantly priced alternative to those of their more expensive neighbours. A fairly modern, full-on style wine for Bordeaux (which means... (more info)
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2008 CHÂTEAU RIGAUD Puisseguin Saint Emilion
Bordeaux France
Very similar style of wine to the 2006 of blessed memory, but obviously a bit younger and with a bit more gentle grip and sturdiness as a result. However, this is still very much ‘new-wave’ Merlot... (more info)
Bordeaux France
Very similar style of wine to the 2006 of blessed memory, but obviously a bit younger and with a bit more gentle grip and sturdiness as a result. However, this is still very much ‘new-wave’ Merlot... (more info)
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2009 CHÂTEAU LARIVEAU Canon Fronsac
Bordeaux France
Distinctive wine with deep purple dark colour and deep-flavoured fruit and sophisticated élevage in a proportion of new wood. The oak is well-integrated, and the ripe black fruit flavours are already... (more info)
Bordeaux France
Distinctive wine with deep purple dark colour and deep-flavoured fruit and sophisticated élevage in a proportion of new wood. The oak is well-integrated, and the ripe black fruit flavours are already... (more info)
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2008 CHÂTEAU VIEUX VERDOT Épigone Grand Cru Saint Emilion
Bordeaux France
Made from a selection of the very best parcels this Grand Cru St Emilion is deep in colour, with really attractive fine creamy dark damson fruit. It remains balanced with a touch of oak and a nice... (more info)
Bordeaux France
Made from a selection of the very best parcels this Grand Cru St Emilion is deep in colour, with really attractive fine creamy dark damson fruit. It remains balanced with a touch of oak and a nice... (more info)
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2006 CLOS PUY ARNAUD Côtes de Castillon
Bordeaux France
Another good wine to follow up on the startlingly good 2005. Supple and seamless, ample, no holes at all, round and long - a very attractive lively wine with pretty definition.
Bordeaux France
Another good wine to follow up on the startlingly good 2005. Supple and seamless, ample, no holes at all, round and long - a very attractive lively wine with pretty definition.
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2008 CHÂTEAU BARDE HAUT Grand Cru Classé Saint Emilion
Bordeaux France
Lovely deep rich Saint Emilion that drinks beautifully on its lush fruit. Long and soft on the finish, this is really quite seductive and very good value indeed.
Bordeaux France
Lovely deep rich Saint Emilion that drinks beautifully on its lush fruit. Long and soft on the finish, this is really quite seductive and very good value indeed.
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2004 CHÂTEAU QUINAULT L'ENCLOS Saint Emilion
Bordeaux France
Alain Raynaud bought this property seven years ago, and has brought it up from a wine which was sold in lightweight bottles in supermarkets to where it is today. The vineyard is gravel, and is entirely... (more info)
Bordeaux France
Alain Raynaud bought this property seven years ago, and has brought it up from a wine which was sold in lightweight bottles in supermarkets to where it is today. The vineyard is gravel, and is entirely... (more info)
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2005 CLOS PUY ARNAUD Côtes de Castillon
Bordeaux France
Made by Thierry Valette, a member of the family that sold Pavie to M. Perse. This wine has been around since 2000, and every year has not failed to impress for its 'race' and minerality, a wine that... (more info)
Bordeaux France
Made by Thierry Valette, a member of the family that sold Pavie to M. Perse. This wine has been around since 2000, and every year has not failed to impress for its 'race' and minerality, a wine that... (more info)
