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High scoring Bordeaux under $20? How sweet it is! B-21 Bordeaux bargain hunters will want to make room in the cellar for our delectable deals on exceptional Bordeaux blends that are hard to resist, these top scoring “two lollipop” selections all priced under $20 and hitting the sweet spot for Bordeaux lovers seeking outstanding value whether choosing a favorite or two or mixing a case.
Named one of the Top 20 Bordeaux Values of 2020 by Inside Bordeaux’s Jane Anson, the impressive and age worthy 94 pt. 2020 Vieux Chateau Saint Andre was produced under “Master of Merlot” Jean-Claude Berrouet, the legendary winemaker at Petrus for 44 vintages, revealing fresh aromatic earthy fruit “with loads of mineral accents and a soft, plush texture” according to the Wine Independent’s Lisa Perrotti-Brown built to evolve for another decade, while Inside Bordeaux’s Jane Anson describes the powerful 93 pt. 2019 Belle-Vue as “extremely sleek, elegant and well made,” the beautifully balanced Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated blend offering rich aromatic spiced fruit with velvety ripe tannins promising “to be a gem of a wine” according to Jeb Dunnuck. Antonio Galloni of Vinous describes the “gorgeous” 93 pt. 2019 La Rose Perriere as “rich and yet vibrant,” the beautifully fragrant blend of mostly Merlot with Cab Franc boasting deep, sumptuous fruit and a smooth, velvety texture, while the 92 pt. 2019 Moulin de Chateau La Lagune is crafted from mostly lush, dark Cabernet Sauvignon, revealing “a lovely refinement to the fruit” according to Decanter’s Georgina Hindle with integrated, polished tannins. Described as “a total delight” by Antonio Galloni of Vinous, the 93 pt. 2018 Chateau Lanessan is a blend of mostly Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from a gravel terroir matching its Second-Growth neighbor Chateau Gruaud Larose and solidly built to age well according to Inside Bordeaux’s Jane Anson, while the elegant 92 pt. 2019 Chateau Senejac reveals bright aromatic dark fruit with velvety tannins on “a saline, mouthwatering finish” according to the Wine Advocate’s William Kelley, recommending it as a “fine effort.”
A range of top rated Bordeaux certain to please both Left and Right Bank fans, these “two lollipop” under $20 selections are the first in a series of irresistible deals for Bordeaux aficionados to stock the cellar, a delicious selection of value priced blends that hits the sweet spot for bargain hunters seeking to pull the cork more often. |