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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 don't miss wine, this has wonderfully powerful fruits delivered with class and character. The abundant tannins have slate-edged grip and the black cassis and bilberry fruits sit alongside waves of oyster shell, liqourice, sage and black pepper. Delivers depth and personality and an effortless Margaux finesse. Harvest September 23 to October 2. Marjolaine de Coninck technical director, owner Nathalie Perrodo.
96 points, Jane Anson (Mar 2023)
The 2020 Château Marquis D'Alesme Becker showed well, and this tiny Margaux estate continues to producer fabulous wines under the helm of Marjolaine de Coninck. Based on 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot, and the rest Cabernet Franc, it has a juicy, medium-bodied, round, even sexy style that carries lots of cassis and assorted darker, blue fruits, notes of spicy wood, flowers, and violet, soft tannins, terrific balance, and great finish. Coming from a mix of gravelly, sandy soils and aged in 50% new French oak, this beauty hit 14% natural alcohol (no doubt helped by the large Merlot component) and is going to benefit from just a few years of bottle age. It's going to see its 20th birthday in fine form.
94 points, Jeb Dunnuck (Mar 2023)
The 2020 Marquis d'Alesme is matured in 50% new oak and was bottled a little later than other châteaux. It has a crisp bouquet with redcurrant, white-tipped strawberry, cedar and crushed violet aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with fine and quite saturated tannins, mainly black fruit tinged with spice, smooth in texture with a touch of piquancy towards the finish. It is persistent and it blossoms in the glass. Very fine.
94 points, Neal Martin, Vinous (Feb 2023)