Saint Emilion & satellites
The vineyards of Saint Emilion lie to the east of the old city of Libourne and, until the rise of Pomerol, were the very epitome of Right Bank Bordeaux. Here Merlot dominates, backed up by Cabernet Franc and only very small proportions of Cabernet Sauvignon. Great estates like Cheval Blanc and Ausone continue to produce majestic wines for serious collectors but there are many good wines made within the reach of the reasonable drinker.
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2015 CHÂTEAU LAURIOL Côtes de Francs
Right Bank Bordeaux France 14.5% Red
Merlot.
100% Merlot from the famous Thienpont family. Smart fruit here retains some lift and refreshment because of the gentle and sensitive approach in the cellar, leaving just enough cedar-wood spice t...(more info)
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2012 CHÂTEAU RIGAUD Vieilles Vignes Puisseguin Saint Emilion
Right Bank Bordeaux France 14% Red
Merlot, Cabernet Franc.
From Pierre Taix (maker of 'La Mauriane', which comes from the steepest slopes of this same property). Deep nose of forest floor and ripe fruit, it is expansive and generous on the palate, withou...(more info)
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2016 LA CHENADE Lalande de Pomerol
Bordeaux France 13% Red
Merlot, Cabernet Franc.
80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc. Quiet, creamy fruit nose. Manages to be juicy and velvety at the same time, very attractive black curranty fruit flavour and soft melted tannins on the finish.
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2016 GEORGE Cuvée du Château Puygueraud Francs
Bordeaux France 14.5% Red
Malbec, Merlot, Cabernet Franc.
This lovely youthful cuvee demonstrates good rounded acidity with subtle notes of blackcurrant, cedar wood and black plum. Its mid-bodied mouthfeel would partner any good game bird dish or a more...(more info)
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2014 CROIX CANON Grand Cru Saint Emilion
Bordeaux France 14% Red
Merlot, Cabernet Franc.
The Croix Canon 2014, a blend of 91% Merlot and 9% Cabernet Franc, comes from a separate vineyard that belonged to Château Madras plus the young vines from Canon itself. It has a fragrant r...(more info)
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2016 CHÂTEAU MONTAIGUILLON Montagne Saint Emilion
Right Bank Bordeaux France Red
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc. Half-bottles
2016 was an amazing vintage here. This is such an impressive wine. We've always admired the family's work at this small estate, perched on the hill looking across to the 'Big boys' of Cheval Blan...(more info)
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2015 SAINTAYME Grand Cru Saint Emilion
Bordeaux France 15% Red
Merlot. Magnums
This is just the most delicious juice! Purple and sweet, a simple but gorgeous mouthful.
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