You might think that a winery being owned by a corporate giant is generally a bad thing for wine quality. After all, in wine, small is often more beautiful, and when shareholders have to be... read more
In recent years, due to major investments by the Belgian owners (who bought here in 1996), this Pessac Léognan estate has risen towards the top of the 'middle ranked' châteaux (Haut Brion, Laville... read more
"A deliciously forward wine, at least on the palate. Restrained, slightly shy dark fruits nose shows supple dark cherry fruit with a bit of spice. It comes alive on the palate with rich, dense,... read more
Highly recommended. Priced 25% less than the 2005. Here we have yet another great Calon Ségur, and again at a very reasonable price compared to its 2nd growth rivals Cos d'Estournel and Montrose.... read more
Gazin's 2008, a structured, masculine style of Pomerol, reveals a dense plum/purple color in addition to a gorgeous perfume of licorice, mocha, black currants, plums and Asian spices. Firm, dense... read more
Very highly recommended. This 20 hectare sister château of Léoville Barton is all too often living in the shadow of its more famous sibling (offered below.) A key reason for this is that it is only... read more
Very highly recommended. Priced 20% lower than the 2005 however clearly an amazing wine. Parker has described Pavie Macquin as "the Lafleur of St Emilion". Stéphane Derenoncourt needs no... read more
30% Cheaper than '05. Clinet is at the highest elevation of the Pomerol plateau. The deep gravel with clay and marl vineyard (9ha) is planted to 80% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc and 5% Cabernet... read more
One of Pomerol's topnotch estates, l'Eglise Clinet is run with impeccable attention to detail, both in the vineyard and cellar, by proprietor Denis Durantou. It is typically a blend of 90% Merlot... read more