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A sweet deal on a cellar worthy assortment of high scoring Bordeaux! All value priced under $30, this treasure trove of irresistible “three lollipop” selections includes a stellar range of under the radar gems bargain priced for B-21 Bordeaux lovers to stash away by the case. Here are some highlights
- Situated among some of the Left Bank’s highest profile producers, the enticing 93 pt. 2019 Chateau du Glana is “a bold, juicy Saint-Julien” with “inky dark fruit” according to Vinous critic Antonio Galloni
- The elegant 93 pt. 2016 Chateau Deyrem Valentin boasts “lovely pure black fruit with just a hint of graphite” and “a silky texture that will seduce from 100 yards” according to Neal Martin of Vinous.
- Antonio Galloni calls the “exceptionally plush” 94 pt. 2020 Labegorce from Margaux “a dark sumptuous beauty” that “packs of plenty of punch”
- Produced by the Cazes family of Lynch-Bages, the Merlot-dominated 94 pt. 2019 Ormes de Pez boasts an “elegantly fleshy core of fruit, fine tannins and a saline finish” according to the Wine Advocate’s William Kelley.
- The polished and refined 95 pt. 2019 Chateau Meyney reveals “ripe, velvety tannins and delicious fruit” according to James Suckling
- From “an incredibly consistent estate that always delivers a quality wine” according to Jeb Dunnuck, the Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated 95 pt. 2019 Chateau Cantemerle offers “terrific balance, ripe, polished tannins, good acidity, and outstanding length”
- An under the radar gem from Moulis, Inside Bordeaux’s Jane Anson describes the brilliant 94 pt. 2019 Chateau Poujeaux as “gorgeous, bright and yet dense in its construction” with “a classic Left Bank feel.”
A range of top scoring Bordeaux blends from some of the region’s most undervalued estates, these “three lollipop” under $30 selections hit the sweet spot for Bordeaux lovers seeking outstanding value, an inviting selection of age worthy blends unbeatably priced for Bordeaux bargain hunters to stock the cellar. |
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Owned by the Sorge family and run by Christelle Sorge, this small estate is in Soussans, just to the north of Margaux. The rich, smoky character of the wine is full of potential. Fine tannins mingle with the black-currant fruit and dusty texture to give a wine that should be ready from 2024.
93 points, Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast (May 2019)
Very attractive ripe cassis and dark-stone aromas with coal smoke, violets and a wealth of dark berries. The palate has a very plush, concentrated and polished feel and delivers a beautifully juicy finish. Try from 2022.
93 points, James Suckling (Feb 2019)
The 2016 Deyrem Valentin is soft, plush and inviting. Dark cherry, chocolate, new leather, licorice and spice are pushed forward in a silky, supple Margaux that offers tremendous near and medium term appeal. Floral notes add brightness on the finish as the 2016 acquires a bit more finesse with time in the glass.
91 points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous (Jan 2019)