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A sweet deal on top scoring Bordeaux blends from some of the region’s most undervalued estates, these “four lollipop” under $40 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. Among the highlights
- Calling it “a wine that does everything right,” Jeb Dunnuck describes the elegant 96 pt. 2020 Chateau Ripeau St. Emilion as revealing “perfectly integrated oak, an elegant, layered mouthfeel, polished tannins, and a great finish” that promises to “evolve nicely for a solid two decades.”
- Described as “a seductive Pessac-Leognan” by Vinous critic Neal Martin, the sophisticated 94 pt. 2016 Chateau LaTour Martillac Rouge offers fresh concentrated dark fruit with Pessac’s signature minerality and a “gutsy finish” according to the Wine Spectator’s James Molesworth.
- Declaring it “a don’t miss wine,” the powerful 96 pt. 2020 Chateau Marquis D’Alesme from Margaux reveals “a savory Cabernet emphasis” according to Inside Bordeaux’s Jane Anson with juicy, opulent dark fruit and mouth coating, velvety tannins
- The Wine Spectator’s James Molesworth calls the rich 96 pt. 2020 Chateau Grand-Puy-Ducasse “a pretty gorgeous Pauillac” offering fresh vibrant dark fruit hinting of graphite
- Sourced from Cabernet Sauvignon planted near First Growth Lafite Rothschild, Antonio Galloni of Vinous calls the muscular 94 pt. 2019 Pedesclaux “a racy voluptuous Pauillac” that’s “terrific in 2019”
- Crafted by the winemaking team at the esteemed Chateau Montrose and “everything a second wine should be” according to Jeb Dunnuck, the “velvety and expressive” 94 pt. La Dame de Montrose reveals “a silky, graceful texture, light tannins, and a great finish” according to the Wine Advocate’s William Kelley
- Described by Inside Bordeaux’s Jane Anson as “one of the most exciting insider wines of the entire Bordeaux region,” the refined 96 pt. 2020 Chateau Gloria offers “silky tannins and layers of fresh black fruit” according to James Suckling, summing it up as “classy.”
- Called a “brilliant Pessac-Leognan” by Jeb Dunnuck, the elegant, Merlot-dominated 95 pt. 2020 De Fieuzal Rouge is a “powerful wine that is full of dark black fruits” according to the Wine Enthusiast’s Roger Voss with classic minerality “that will clearly age well” according to critic Jane Anson.
A sweet deal on a cellar worthy assortment of under the radar gems, this treasure trove of irresistible “four lollipop” selections are all bargain priced for B-21 Bordeaux lovers to stash away to enjoy over the next few decades, a terrific opportunity to stock the cellar with high scoring, value priced Bordeaux whether choosing a few favorites or mixing a case. |
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A brilliant wine from a great vintage in St Julien, rich, silky and utterly delicious. Espresso, cocoa, creamy blackberry and cassis, with juicy depths, spellbinding, concentrated and full of charm and character. 45% new oak. Remi di Constanzo technical director.
96 points, Jane Anson (Jan 2023)
This is poised and elegant with notes of bitter chocolate, crushed walnuts, black peppercorns, blackberries and blackcurrants. It’s medium-bodied with silky tannins and layers of fresh black fruit. Classy. Try from 2026.
94 points, James Suckling (May 2023)
Tobacco, dark chocolate and scented flowers on the nose - beautiful aromatic display. Ripe and concentrated fruit but with clarity and precision alongside savoury elements of coffee, cola and creamy blackcurrants. Tannins are rich and grippy edged by liquorice and a salty minerality giving St-Julien typicity. Charming with energy and poise.
94 points, Georgina Hindle, Decanter (Jan 2023)