Mazis-Chambertin is one of the smallest and most sought-after Grand Cru vineyards in Gevrey-Chambertin, and the Camus family owns a small, precious parcel of it.

Expert's Description

Camus Père & Fils Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru 2018 is a Red Wine from Burgundy, France made from Pinot Noir, bottled at 13.5% ABV.

The wine comes from the domaine's parcel in Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru, one of Gevrey-Chambertin's most acclaimed vineyards, lying right next to Chambertin itself. The grapes are hand-harvested and traditionally vinified with 14-18 months of oak ageing, giving a wine with both power and finesse.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Ripe cherries and blackberries with notes of spice, earth and truffle.

Palate

Rich and full-bodied with layers of red and black fruit, supported by well-integrated tannins.

Finish

Long and velvety with a hint of minerality.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve at 15-17°C in a Burgundy glass, ideally decanted 30-60 minutes before serving. Pairs with game, beef tenderloin and mature cheeses.

Specifications

Name: Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru 2018
Producer/Winery: Camus Père & Fils
Region/Country: Burgundy, France
Appellation/Classification: Grand Cru, Mazis-Chambertin
Grape Variety(ies): Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2018
ABV: 13.5%
Size: 75 CL
Oak-aged: 14-18 months
Vegan: No
Serving Temperature: 15-17°C
Decanting Recommended: Yes, 30-60 minutes
Glass Type: Burgundy Glass

Flavour Profile

Rich · Complex · Mineral · Velvety

Investment Potential

Medium. Mazis-Chambertin is a small, sought-after Grand Cru vineyard, and the Camus family is among the most acclaimed producers in Gevrey-Chambertin. The 2018 vintage is generally well-regarded in Burgundy.

Did You Know?

Mazis-Chambertin lies right next to Chambertin itself and is considered by many connoisseurs one of the finest Grand Cru vineyards in all of Burgundy, despite its modest size.

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Camus Père & Fils is one of Gevrey-Chambertin's most respected winegrowing families, known for owning more Grand Cru vineyards than anyone else in the village.

Expert's Description

Camus Père & Fils Gevrey-Chambertin 2018 is a Red Wine from Burgundy, France made from Pinot Noir, bottled at 12.5% ABV.

The domaine is run by Hubert Camus, who took over from his father in 1974 and has since built a reputation as one of Burgundy's foremost Grand Cru experts. The family has grown wine in Gevrey-Chambertin since 1832, and the 18 hectares, two-thirds of which are classified Grand Cru, are today run alongside daughter Marie-Édith Camus. This village-level Gevrey-Chambertin is hand-harvested and traditionally vinified with 14-18 months of oak ageing.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Ripe red berries, a touch of spice and a light earthy undertone.

Palate

Juicy and round with good structure.

Finish

Medium length with a hint of spice.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve at 14-16°C in a Burgundy glass. Pairs with poultry, duck and mature cheeses.

Specifications

Name: Gevrey-Chambertin 2018
Producer/Winery: Camus Père & Fils
Region/Country: Burgundy, France
Appellation/Classification: AOC Gevrey-Chambertin
Grape Variety(ies): Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2018
ABV: 12.5%
Size: 75 CL
Oak-aged: 14-18 months
Vegan: No
Serving Temperature: 14-16°C
Decanting Recommended: No
Glass Type: Burgundy Glass

Flavour Profile

Juicy · Round · Spiced · Balanced

Did You Know?

The Camus family owns the largest Grand Cru holdings in Gevrey-Chambertin, including parcels in Chambertin, Charmes-Chambertin, Latricières-Chambertin and Mazis-Chambertin.

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Rooiberg Winery was founded in 1964 at the foot of the Rooiberg mountain, surrounded by the Vink, Noree and Breede rivers, in what has since become known as the historic home of Muscadel cultivation in South Africa.

Expert's Description

Rooiberg Winery Blanc Natural Sweet is a White Wine from Robertson, South Africa, made from 100% Muscat de Frontignan with an alcohol content of 14%. The winery is today a privately owned company with 20 shareholders operating 15 farms in the Robertson valley, and has grown substantially since its founding. Robertson and the adjacent Klein Karoo are considered South Africa's historic Muscadel heartland, and the Muscat de Frontignan grape naturally lends an aromatic, floral sweetness without added spirit.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Tropical fruit and characteristic muscat notes on the nose.

Palate

Full-bodied and sweet on the palate with good concentration.

Finish

The finish is soft and aromatic.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve chilled at 8-10°C in a dessert glass. Pairs well with fruit-based dessert, soft cheese or enjoyed on its own.

Specifications

Name: Blanc Natural Sweet
Producer/Winery: Rooiberg Winery
Region/Country: Robertson, South Africa
Grape variety: Muscat de Frontignan
Vintage: Non-vintage (NV)
ABV: 14%
Size: 75 CL
Serving temperature: 8-10°C
Decanting recommended: No
Glass type: Dessert glass
EAN no.: 6002886001274

Flavour Profile

Sweet · Full-bodied · Tropical fruit · Aromatic

Did You Know?

The Robertson valley and the adjacent Klein Karoo have historically been South Africa's most significant area for Muscadel wines, a tradition going back several generations that Rooiberg still upholds.

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White Châteauneuf-du-Pape is rare - only a small share of the appellation's land is planted with white grapes, and La Fontaine is one of the best plots for the purpose.

Expert's Description

Alain Jaume Grand Veneur Châteauneuf-du-Pape La Fontaine 2020 is a White Wine from Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France made from a blend of Roussanne and Clairette, bottled at 14% ABV.

La Fontaine is a plot of clay, sand and limestone soil with a north-facing exposure and good airflow, providing ideal conditions for growing Roussanne for white Châteauneuf-du-Pape. The grape can ripen fully while the wine retains a surprising freshness.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Intense aroma of ripe apricot, white peach and honeydew melon, interwoven with acacia blossom and a hint of beeswax.

Palate

Rich and generous, with a fatness combining exotic fruit and vanilla, yet fresh and mineral with white peach and pear.

Finish

Extraordinarily long.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve at 10-12°C in a white wine glass. Pairs with fish in creamy sauce, foie gras or aged cheeses.

Specifications

Name: Grand Veneur Châteauneuf-du-Pape "La Fontaine"
Producer/Winery: Alain Jaume
Region/Country: Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France
Appellation/Classification: AOC Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Grape Variety(ies): Roussanne, Clairette
Vintage: 2020
ABV: 14%
Size: 75 CL
Vegan: No
Serving Temperature: 10-12°C
Decanting Recommended: No
Glass Type: White Wine Glass

Flavour Profile

Rich · Generous · Mineral · Complex

Did You Know?

White Châteauneuf-du-Pape makes up only a small fraction of the appellation's total production - most plots are planted with red grapes, making white wines like this one something of a rarity.

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2019 was a classic, warm vintage in the southern Rhône, and an extra year in bottle has given this Grand Veneur a maturity the 2020 vintage hasn't yet reached.

Expert's Description

Alain Jaume Grand Veneur Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2019 is a Red Wine from Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France made from a blend of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre, bottled at 15% ABV.

Grand Veneur is the estate's classic Châteauneuf-du-Pape cuvée, where old Grenache vines are complemented by Syrah and Mourvèdre for structure and spice. The 2019 vintage is generally considered warm and generous in the southern Rhône, and with a few more years behind it, the wine now shows an emerging maturity with rounded tannins.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Dark berries, black pepper and garrigue herbs, with emerging secondary notes.

Palate

Full and spicy, with rounded tannins and good concentration.

Finish

Long, with a warm, spicy touch.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve at 16-18°C, ideally decanted for 30-60 minutes before serving, in a Bordeaux glass. Pairs with lamb, beef tenderloin and aged cheeses.

Specifications

Name: Grand Veneur Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Producer/Winery: Alain Jaume
Region/Country: Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France
Appellation/Classification: AOC Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Grape Variety(ies): Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre
Vintage: 2019
ABV: 15%
Size: 75 CL
Vegan: No
Serving Temperature: 16-18°C
Decanting Recommended: Yes, 30-60 minutes
Glass Type: Bordeaux Glass

Flavour Profile

Full-bodied · Spicy · Dark Fruit · Mature

Did You Know?

2019 was highlighted by many Rhône critics as one of the most generous and well-balanced vintages of the past decade - the grapes reached full ripeness without losing the freshness that gives the wine ageing potential.

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The name Grande Garrigue is a tribute to the wild, fragrant scrubland that spreads across the southern French hillsides, leaving its mark on both the air and the wine.

Expert's Description

Alain Jaume Grande Garrigue Vacqueyras 2020 is a Red Wine from Vacqueyras, France made from a blend of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre, bottled at 14.5% ABV.

Vacqueyras sits right next to Châteauneuf-du-Pape and shares the same warm climate and stony soil. Alain Jaume's Grande Garrigue cuvée is named after the fragrant scrubland of rosemary, thyme and bay leaf that surrounds the vineyards, clearly traceable in the wine's spicy character.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Juicy dark cherries, fresh blackberries, blueberries and a hint of white pepper.

Palate

Broad and creamy in texture, with layers of spice and a distinct stony minerality.

Finish

Balanced by a fresh, persistent acidity.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve at 16-18°C in a Bordeaux glass. Pairs with grilled lamb, Provençal stews and spiced sausages.

Specifications

Name: Grande Garrigue Vacqueyras
Producer/Winery: Alain Jaume
Region/Country: Vacqueyras, France
Appellation/Classification: AOC Vacqueyras
Grape Variety(ies): Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre
Vintage: 2020
ABV: 14.5%
Size: 75 CL
Vegan: No
Serving Temperature: 16-18°C
Decanting Recommended: No
Glass Type: Bordeaux Glass

Flavour Profile

Broad · Spicy · Mineral · Fresh

Did You Know?

Garrigue is not just the name of a wine style - it's the landscape itself, low aromatic scrub covering large parts of southern France, which many Rhône wines are said to "taste of".

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The Jaume family has farmed vineyards in Châteauneuf-du-Pape since 1826, and Domaine Grand Veneur is today one of the appellation's most respected names.

Expert's Description

Alain Jaume Grand Veneur Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2020 is a Red Wine from Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France made from a blend of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre, bottled at 15% ABV.

Grand Veneur is the estate's classic Châteauneuf-du-Pape cuvée, where old Grenache vines are complemented by Syrah and Mourvèdre for structure and spice. The appellation's characteristic large pebbles in the vineyards absorb heat during the day and release it at night, giving the grapes an extra degree of ripeness.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Dark berries, black pepper and garrigue herbs.

Palate

Full and spicy, with ripe tannins and good concentration.

Finish

Long, with a warm, spicy touch.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve at 16-18°C, ideally decanted for 30-60 minutes before serving, in a Bordeaux glass. Pairs with lamb, beef tenderloin and aged cheeses.

Specifications

Name: Grand Veneur Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Producer/Winery: Alain Jaume
Region/Country: Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France
Appellation/Classification: AOC Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Grape Variety(ies): Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre
Vintage: 2020
ABV: 15%
Size: 75 CL
Vegan: No
Serving Temperature: 16-18°C
Decanting Recommended: Yes, 30-60 minutes
Glass Type: Bordeaux Glass

Flavour Profile

Full-bodied · Spicy · Dark Fruit · Complex

Did You Know?

The Jaume family has farmed vines in Châteauneuf-du-Pape since 1826, and today runs several estates within the appellation - Grand Veneur is just one of the family's names.

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Cosecha simply means "harvest" in Spanish and refers to a young, vintage-dated edition of the house's classic sweet Pedro Ximénez style - a contrast to the dry Fermentación Lenta from the same house.

Expert's Description

Ximénez-Spínola Cosecha Vintage 2022 is a Fortified Wine from Jerez, Spain, with an alcohol content of 13%. The house, run by the ninth generation, José Antonio Zarzana, has worked exclusively with the Pedro Ximénez grape since 1729, making it one of the most specialised producers in the Jerez region. The Cosecha edition is made from grapes sun-dried on mats to concentrate the sugar content, after which the must is partially fermented into a naturally sweet style, distinct from the house's dry Fermentación Lenta.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Raisin, dates and a hint of caramel on the nose.

Palate

Sweet and concentrated on the palate with good acid balance.

Finish

The finish is long and syrupy.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve at 10-12°C in a small dessert glass. Pairs well with chocolate desserts, blue cheese or enjoyed on its own.

Specifications

Name: Cosecha Vintage 2022
Producer/Winery: Ximénez-Spínola
Region/Country: Jerez, Spain
Grape variety: Pedro Ximénez
Vintage: 2022
ABV: 13%
Size: 50 CL
Serving temperature: 10-12°C
Decanting recommended: No
Glass type: Dessert glass
EAN no.: 8437006199544

Flavour Profile

Sweet · Concentrated · Raisin · Syrupy

Did You Know?

Pedro Ximénez grapes for sweet wines like this one are traditionally sun-dried on straw or esparto mats for up to two weeks, a method known as "asoleo" that dramatically concentrates the sugar content before pressing.

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Bodegas Ximénez-Spínola has worked exclusively with a single grape variety since 1729, Pedro Ximénez - a remarkable specialisation in a region otherwise dominated by sherry blends.

Expert's Description

Ximénez-Spínola Fermentación Lenta Vintage 2021 is a White Wine from Jerez, Spain, with an alcohol content of 14%. The house is today run by the ninth generation, José Antonio Zarzana, and is unique in the region for growing only the Pedro Ximénez grape. Fermentación Lenta is a dry wine, made from overripe grapes given 21 extra days on the vine and then slowly fermented over more than 15 days in French oak barrels, with fresh must added daily to keep fermentation going. Because the wine has an alcohol content below 15% and is not fortified, it cannot carry the Sherry DO designation, but instead carries the house's own approved designation, Denominación Varietal Pedro Ximénez. 3,275 bottles of this edition were produced.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Raisin, dried figs and a hint of oak on the nose.

Palate

Complex and dry on the palate despite the intense grape character, with good structure from the oak ageing.

Finish

The finish is long with a hint of spice.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve at 12-14°C in a white wine glass. Pairs well with mature cheeses, foie gras or enjoyed on its own as an afternoon wine.

Specifications

Name: Fermentación Lenta Vintage 2021
Producer/Winery: Ximénez-Spínola
Region/Country: Jerez, Spain
Grape variety: Pedro Ximénez
Vintage: 2021
ABV: 14%
Size: 75 CL
Oak-aged: French oak
Number of bottles: 3,275
Serving temperature: 12-14°C
Decanting recommended: No
Glass type: White wine glass
EAN no.: 8437006199896

Flavour Profile

Complex · Dry · Raisin · Oaked

Did You Know?

Fermentación Lenta means "slow fermentation" in Spanish and refers to the daily addition of fresh must to the barrels, a method that can take over 15 days and is entirely different from the fast fermentation normally used for Pedro Ximénez grapes in the region.

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Albert Ponnelle was founded in Beaune in 1870, and the house has since combined a négociant tradition with its own vineyards in some of Burgundy's finest appellations.

Expert's Description

Albert Ponnelle Signature Rouge is a Red Wine from France with an alcohol content of 12.5%. The house was founded by Pierre-Lazare Ponnelle and is today run by the fifth generation, Pierre Ponnelle. The founder was known for his research into vinification processes, particularly the chemistry of fermentation, and collaborated in this respect with Louis Pasteur, who at the time lived in nearby Dôle. The Signature range is the house's accessible entry level, created to represent classic Burgundy style without the high price tag.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Red berries and a hint of spice on the nose.

Palate

Soft and round on the palate with balanced tannins.

Finish

The finish is fruity and light.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve at 14-16°C in a Burgundy glass. Pairs well with white meat, pasta dishes or mild cheese.

Specifications

Name: Signature Rouge
Producer/Winery: Albert Ponnelle
Region/Country: Beaune, Burgundy, France
Vintage: Non-vintage (NV)
ABV: 12.5%
Size: 75 CL
Serving temperature: 14-16°C
Decanting recommended: No
Glass type: Burgundy glass
EAN no.: 3700061600672

Flavour Profile

Soft · Round · Red berries · Balanced

Did You Know?

Albert Ponnelle's history is closely tied to scientist Louis Pasteur, whose groundbreaking research into fermentation helped explain why wine sometimes "turned sour" - a discovery that revolutionised the understanding of vinification.

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Les Éléments is the gateway to Domaine Bott-Geyl's universe - a range where each grape variety is allowed to stand alone and show its pure character, grown biodynamically on the estate's land in Katzenthal.

Expert's Description

Bott Geyl Les Éléments 2017 is a White Wine from Alsace, France, with an alcohol content of 13.5%. Domaine Bott-Geyl traces its roots back to 1795 and is today run by Jean-Christophe Bott, who in 2002 converted the entire estate to biodynamic viticulture out of a conviction that only living soil produces truly expressive wines. The Les Éléments range is the house's most accessible line and includes single-varietal editions of, among others, Riesling, Pinot Gris and Gewurztraminer, where each bottle reflects the pure grape character rather than a specific single vineyard.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Ripe fruit and a hint of minerals on the nose.

Palate

Clean and well-balanced on the palate with good concentration.

Finish

The finish is long and fresh.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve chilled at 10-12°C in a white wine glass. Pairs well with white meat, shellfish or Alsace-inspired food such as roast pork and sauerkraut.

Specifications

Name: Les Éléments 2017
Producer/Winery: Bott Geyl
Region/Country: Alsace, France
Appellation/Classification: Alsace AOP
Vintage: 2017
ABV: 13.5%
Size: 75 CL
Organic/Biodynamic: Yes
Serving temperature: 10-12°C
Decanting recommended: No
Glass type: White wine glass
EAN no.: 3546095301716

Flavour Profile

Clean · Fresh · Mineral · Well-balanced

Did You Know?

The name Les Éléments refers to the four classical elements earth, water, air and fire - a philosophy that underscores the house's approach to biodynamic viticulture, where nature's own forces guide the process from vineyard to bottle.

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Meyer Fonné is one of Alsace's more artisanal producers, known for letting each individual terroir speak for itself through a range of precisely defined single-vineyard wines - and Riesling Reserve is the house's classic entry into that style.

Expert's Description

Meyer Fonné Riesling Reserve 2021 is a White Wine from Alsace, France, made from Riesling with an alcohol content of 12.5%. The winery is based in the village of Katzenthal in the heart of Alsace and has built its reputation on a philosophy of minimal cellar intervention, allowing the grape's and terroir's own character to come through clearly. The Reserve designation indicates a classic, dry Riesling style without Grand Cru classification, but made with the same care in the vineyard as the house's more prestigious editions.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Green apple, citrus and a mineral hint on the nose.

Palate

Dry and precise on the palate with lively acidity and good concentration.

Finish

The finish is long and mineral.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve chilled at 10-12°C in a white wine glass. Pairs well with roast pork and sauerkraut, shellfish or Asian food.

Specifications

Name: Riesling Reserve
Producer/Winery: Meyer Fonné
Region/Country: Katzenthal, Alsace, France
Appellation/Classification: Alsace AOP
Grape variety: Riesling
Vintage: 2021
ABV: 12.5%
Size: 75 CL
Serving temperature: 10-12°C
Decanting recommended: No
Glass type: White wine glass
EAN no.: 3760062477321

Flavour Profile

Dry · Mineral · Precise · Apple

Did You Know?

Alsace is one of the few French regions where the grape variety is traditionally featured on the label rather than the vineyard or village - a custom dating back to the region's German influence, making Riesling easily recognisable to consumers.

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Prenelle is the neighbouring parcel to Damas Pourpre on the same steep slope - but stands out with a more modern, juicy style.

Expert's Description

Clos De La Bonnette Côte-Rôtie Prenelle 2020 is a Red Wine from the Rhône, France made from Syrah, bottled at 13% ABV.

The wine comes from a single parcel on the steep Coteau de Tupin in Ampuis, farmed biodynamically. The Prenelle cuvée is known for its modern, fruit-forward style with clear drinkability, while retaining the cool, spiced Syrah character that defines Côte-Rôtie.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Perfumed aroma of black and red berries, violet and cracked pepper.

Palate

Juicy and lively with elegant depth of rosemary, iron, tea and clove.

Finish

Long and savoury.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve at 16-18°C in a Burgundy glass. Pairs with game, duck breast and spiced meat dishes.

Specifications

Name: Côte-Rôtie Prenelle
Producer/Winery: Clos de la Bonnette
Region/Country: Rhône, France
Appellation/Classification: AOC Côte-Rôtie
Grape Variety(ies): Syrah
Vintage: 2020
ABV: 13%
Size: 75 CL
Organic/Biodynamic: Biodynamic
Vegan: No
Serving Temperature: 16-18°C
Decanting Recommended: Yes, 30 minutes
Glass Type: Burgundy Glass

Flavour Profile

Juicy · Spiced · Modern · Elegant

Did You Know?

The Prenelle parcel sits on the extremely steep Coteau de Tupin, where the grapes are grown on terraces supported by dry stone walls - a farming method demanding intense manual labour.

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From a small parcel planted in the 1990s on the steep Coteau de Tupin in Ampuis comes this pure, terroir-driven Syrah.

Expert's Description

Clos De La Bonnette Côte-Rôtie Damas Pourpre 2020 is a Red Wine from the Rhône, France made from Syrah, bottled at 14% ABV.

The wine comes from a 0.4-hectare parcel in the Coteau de Tupin vineyard in Ampuis, planted in the 1990s and located right next to the estate's Prenelle parcel. The grapes are hand-harvested in small boxes, and the wine ferments with a 25-day maceration - 33% whole bunches and 67% destemmed grapes - before ageing 24 months in 5-year-old oak barrels.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Raspberry, blackberry and smoky notes.

Palate

Fresh and lively with black fruit, spicy and cool in classic Syrah style.

Finish

Long and savoury.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve at 16-18°C in a Burgundy glass, ideally decanted 30-60 minutes before serving. Pairs with game, lamb and grilled beef.

Specifications

Name: Côte-Rôtie Damas Pourpre
Producer/Winery: Clos de la Bonnette
Region/Country: Rhône, France
Appellation/Classification: AOC Côte-Rôtie
Grape Variety(ies): Syrah
Vintage: 2020
ABV: 14%
Size: 75 CL
Oak-aged: 24 months
Organic/Biodynamic: Biodynamic
Vegan: No
Serving Temperature: 16-18°C
Decanting Recommended: Yes, 30-60 minutes
Glass Type: Burgundy Glass

Flavour Profile

Fresh · Spiced · Berry · Cool

Did You Know?

The estate's vines average 25 years old and are hand-harvested in small boxes, a time-consuming method that ensures the grapes arrive intact at the cellar.

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On steep granite slopes near Ampuis, the Montabonnet family grows Viognier using biodynamic methods - Légende Bonnetta is the house's classic Condrieu.

Expert's Description

Clos De La Bonnette Condrieu Légende Bonnetta is a White Wine from the Rhône, France made from Viognier, bottled at 13.5% ABV.

The wine comes from the Clos de la Bonnette estate, a 5-hectare family property farmed biodynamically by Isabelle Guiller and Henri Montabonnet. Légende - the name that has given the house's wines their collective title - comes from a selection of the estate's oldest parcels, 10-20 years old, on sandy soils over weathered granite. The wine ages 12 months in barrels.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Night jasmine and peach blossom, with pear, honey, papaya and nectarine.

Palate

Full-bodied with light saline notes and a touch of orange blossom.

Finish

Long and aromatic.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve chilled at 12-14°C in a white wine glass. Pairs with white meat, shellfish and creamy sauces.

Specifications

Name: Condrieu Légende Bonnetta
Producer/Winery: Clos de la Bonnette
Region/Country: Rhône, France
Appellation/Classification: AOC Condrieu
Grape Variety(ies): Viognier
Vintage: 2021
ABV: 13.5%
Size: 75 CL
Oak-aged: 12 months
Organic/Biodynamic: Biodynamic
Vegan: No
Serving Temperature: 12-14°C
Decanting Recommended: No
Glass Type: White Wine Glass

Flavour Profile

Full-bodied · Aromatic · Floral · Saline

Did You Know?

The estate was restored by Isabelle Guiller and Henri Montabonnet in 1992, when they rebuilt the stone walls of an abandoned vineyard by hand themselves.

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Deutz Brut Classic is the house's signature cuvée - a lively, mineral-driven Champagne that stands among the most consistently praised non-vintage cuvées in the region.

Expert's Description

Deutz Brut Classic AOP is a French Champagne made from 38% Pinot Noir, 32% Pinot Meunier and 30% Chardonnay with an alcohol content of 12%. Champagne house Deutz, located in Aÿ, insists on using only first-pressing juice and blending in 25-40% reserve wines, which sets Brut Classic apart from the crowded field of non-vintage Brut Champagnes. The freshness of the Chardonnay and the richness of the Pinot Noir give a full-bodied elegance with finely tuned aromas and a silky texture.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose offers creamy pear, white cherry and toasted bread.

Palate

Lively and mineral-driven on the palate with crisp acidity and preserved lemon.

Finish

The finish is long and silky with a hint of toast.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve chilled at 8-10°C in a Champagne glass. Pairs well with oysters, white fish or as an elegant aperitif.

Specifications

Name: Brut Classic AOP
Producer/Winery: Champagne Deutz
Region/Country: Champagne, France
Appellation/Classification: AOP Champagne
Grape variety: Pinot Noir 38%, Pinot Meunier 32%, Chardonnay 30%
Vintage: Non-vintage (NV)
ABV: 12%
Size: 37.5 CL
Dosage: Brut
Method: Traditional Method
Serving temperature: 8-10°C
Decanting recommended: No
Glass type: Champagne glass
EAN no.: 3359952001007

Flavour Profile

Mineral · Crisp · Elegant · Silky

Did You Know?

Deutz Brut Classic has earned 92 points from Wine Spectator plus Gold and Double Gold medals at the New Zealand International Wine Show, placing it among the top-scoring non-vintage cuvées from any major Champagne house.

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Grifoll Declara Gran Predicat Blanc de Bota 2018 is a rare white Priorat, grown on a steep slate slope and barrel-aged for 15 months.

Expert's Description

Grifoll Declara Gran Predicat Blanc de Bota 2018 is a White Wine from Priorat DOCa in Catalonia, Spain, made from Garnacha Blanca with an alcohol content of 14%. Cellers Grifoll Declara has produced wine since 1736 and established commercial wine production in 1880 - the family is among the oldest wine producers in Priorat. The vineyard sits on a steep slope with slate soil at 340-400 metres above sea level and is farmed entirely without pesticides or herbicides. The grapes are hand-harvested and arrive at the winery within three hours, after which they macerate for three days before fermenting with natural yeasts in oak barrels, where the wine subsequently ages on the lees for 15 months.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose offers ripe stone fruit, honey and a mineral undertone from the slate soil.

Palate

Full and structured on the palate with oak character, creamy texture and lively acidity.

Finish

The finish is long and mineral with lingering notes of nuts and honey.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve at 12-14°C in a wide white wine glass. Pairs well with aged cheese, mushroom dishes or rich white fish.

Specifications

Name: Gran Predicat Blanc de Bota 2018
Producer/Winery: Cellers Grifoll Declara
Region/Country: Priorat, Catalonia, Spain
Appellation/Classification: Priorat DOCa
Grape variety: Garnacha Blanca
Vintage: 2018
ABV: 14%
Size: 75 CL
Oak ageing: 15 months in oak barrels
Serving temperature: 12-14°C
Decanting recommended: Yes, 30 minutes
Glass type: White wine glass
EAN no.: 8437006604673

Flavour Profile

Full-bodied · Mineral · Oaked · Creamy

Investment Potential

Medium. Priorat DOCa is one of Spain's most respected classifications, and white Priorat wines from old, hand-picked slate slopes are produced in limited quantities, giving them stable demand among collectors.

Did You Know?

The vineyard for Gran Predicat Blanc de Bota lies on one of the most extreme slopes in Priorat, where the characteristic llicorella slate forces the vine roots deep down to find water - a soil that gives Priorat wines their signature minerality.

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Ximénez-Spínola Jerez Seco Serie 2 is a dry sherry from a bodega otherwise almost exclusively known for its sweet Pedro Ximénez fortified wines.

Expert's Description

Ximénez-Spínola Jerez Seco Serie 2 is a Spanish Sherry with an alcohol content of 17%. "Seco" means dry, making this release an unusual departure from the bodega's signature style, as Ximénez-Spínola is primarily specialised in the sweet Pedro Ximénez grape. With only 2,592 bottles produced, this is one of the house's rarer and more experimental releases, showing a different side of the bodega's craftsmanship than the classic PX fortified wines.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose offers almond, saline notes and a hint of oxidation.

Palate

The palate is dry and sharp with a nutty complexity and lively acidity.

Finish

The finish is long and saline with lingering almond notes.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve chilled at 8-10°C in a sherry glass. Pairs well with olives, almonds or tapas with ham.

Specifications

Name: Jerez Seco Serie 2
Producer/Winery: Ximénez-Spínola
Region/Country: Jerez, Spain
Vintage: Non-vintage (NV)
ABV: 17%
Size: 75 CL
Number of bottles: 2,592
Serving temperature: 8-10°C
Decanting recommended: No
Glass type: Sherry glass
EAN no.: 8437006199810

Flavour Profile

Dry · Sharp · Almond · Saline

Investment Potential

Medium. A dry sherry from a house world-renowned for its sweet PX fortified wines is a rarity in itself, and the limited production of under 2,600 bottles makes Jerez Seco Serie 2 interesting for collectors seeking breadth in their Ximénez-Spínola collection.

Did You Know?

Ximénez-Spínola is so closely tied to the sweet PX style that a dry sherry from the house is a genuine rarity - most of the bodega's bottles are sold under the fortified wine designation rather than the dry sherry category.

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Ximénez-Spínola Tres Mil Botellas - Spanish for "three thousand bottles" - is an extremely limited brandy, where the name itself tells of the production's rarity.

Expert's Description

Ximénez-Spínola Tres Mil Botellas is a Spanish Brandy with an alcohol content of 40%, distilled by the Ximénez-Spínola bodega in Jerez. The name refers directly to the originally planned production of just 3,000 bottles, making this brandy one of the house's most exclusive spirit releases. The bodega, founded in 1729, is primarily known for its Pedro Ximénez fortified wines, but applies the same craftsmanship and patience to its brandy production.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose offers dark caramel, dried figs and a hint of spiced wood.

Palate

The palate is concentrated and full with notes of raisin, walnut and a warm, round sweetness.

Finish

The finish is very long with lingering notes of dark chocolate and wood.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve at room temperature in a cognac glass. Pairs well with dark chocolate, cigars or as a digestif on its own after a festive dinner.

Specifications

Name: Tres Mil Botellas
Producer/Winery: Ximénez-Spínola
Region/Country: Jerez, Spain
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Number of bottles: 3,000
Serving temperature: Room temperature
Decanting recommended: No
Glass type: Cognac glass
EAN no.: 8437006199018

Flavour Profile

Full-bodied · Warm · Caramel · Walnut

Investment Potential

Medium. With an originally planned production of just 3,000 bottles and a name that itself emphasises this limitation, Tres Mil Botellas is an attractive bottle for collectors of Spanish brandy and the Ximénez-Spínola range.

Did You Know?

The name Tres Mil Botellas is unusually direct for a spirits producer - most houses market rarity through vintage or age, but here the bottle itself states how few examples exist.

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Ximénez-Spínola Old Harvest is a mature Spanish fortified wine, where the name signals a longer maturation period than the house's younger Vintage editions.

Expert's Description

Ximénez-Spínola Old Harvest is a Spanish Fortified Wine made exclusively from Pedro Ximénez grapes with an alcohol content of 17%. The higher alcohol percentage compared to the house's younger vintage editions suggests a longer maturation period, during which the wine has developed extra depth and complexity. The bodega, founded in 1729, sun-dries its grapes for at least 21 days before pressing - a method that significantly concentrates the sugar content and gives the characteristic syrupy sweetness.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose offers dried fig, dark raisin and a hint of tobacco.

Palate

The palate is deep and complex with syrupy sweetness and a full, almost oily texture.

Finish

The finish is very long with lingering notes of dried fruit and wood.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve at room temperature in a small sherry glass. Pairs well with dark chocolate, cigars or aged hard cheese.

Specifications

Name: Old Harvest
Producer/Winery: Ximénez-Spínola
Region/Country: Jerez, Spain
Grape variety: Pedro Ximénez
Vintage: Non-vintage (NV)
ABV: 17%
Size: 50 CL
Number of bottles: 7,492
Serving temperature: Room temperature
Decanting recommended: No
Glass type: Sherry glass
EAN no.: 8437006199797

Flavour Profile

Deep · Complex · Fig · Syrupy

Investment Potential

Medium. The Old Harvest name signals an older, more complex style than the house's standard vintage fortified wines, and the limited production of under 7,500 bottles makes it attractive to collectors of Spanish PX fortified wine.

Did You Know?

The older a PX fortified wine becomes, the more the natural sweetness concentrates through evaporation, which can create wines with a sugar content that surpasses even the most classic dessert wine.

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Ximénez-Spínola Battonage Vintage 2018 is a Spanish brandy from a bodega otherwise known for its Pedro Ximénez fortified wines.

Expert's Description

Ximénez-Spínola Battonage Vintage 2018 is a Spanish Brandy with an alcohol content of 40%. "Battonage" refers to the technique where the lees are stirred regularly during ageing to add extra body and complexity to the distillate - a method more commonly seen in white wine production, but which Ximénez-Spínola here applies to its brandy. The bodega, founded in 1729, is primarily known for the Pedro Ximénez grape, and this brandy is distilled from the house's own wine base.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose offers caramel, dried fruit and a hint of vanilla.

Palate

The palate is round and full with notes of raisin and roasted nuts.

Finish

The finish is long and warm with lingering sweetness.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve at room temperature in a cognac glass. Pairs well with dark chocolate, cigars or as a digestif on its own after a meal.

Specifications

Name: Battonage Vintage 2018
Producer/Winery: Ximénez-Spínola
Region/Country: Jerez, Spain
Vintage: 2018
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Number of bottles: 14,250
Serving temperature: Room temperature
Decanting recommended: No
Glass type: Cognac glass
EAN no.: 8437006199544

Flavour Profile

Full-bodied · Warm · Caramel · Raisin

Did You Know?

The battonage technique - where the lees are stirred regularly - is far more common in Burgundy's white wine cellars than in Spanish brandy production, making Ximénez-Spínola's approach an unusual crossover between two wine traditions.

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Ximénez-Spínola Fermentación Lenta 2019 is a slowly fermented white wine, where the name directly describes the process behind its concentrated, complex flavour.

Expert's Description

Ximénez-Spínola Fermentación Lenta 2019 is a Spanish White Wine made exclusively from Pedro Ximénez grapes with an alcohol content of 14%. "Fermentación Lenta" means "slow fermentation" and refers to a process where the sun-dried grapes' very high sugar concentration forces the fermentation to proceed over an unusually long period at low temperatures, preserving aromas that would otherwise be lost in a faster fermentation. The result is a deeply complex wine with retained freshness despite the natural sweetness.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose offers dried apricot, honey and a hint of nuts.

Palate

The palate is concentrated and complex with a fine balance between sweetness and acidity.

Finish

The finish is long and nuanced with lingering notes of dried fruit.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve chilled at 8-10°C in a white wine glass. Pairs well with foie gras, hard cheese or nut-based dessert.

Specifications

Name: Fermentación Lenta Vintage 2019
Producer/Winery: Ximénez-Spínola
Region/Country: Jerez, Spain
Grape variety: Pedro Ximénez
Vintage: 2019
ABV: 14%
Size: 75 CL
Number of bottles: 10,196
Serving temperature: 8-10°C
Decanting recommended: No
Glass type: White wine glass
EAN no.: 8437006199896

Flavour Profile

Complex · Concentrated · Apricot · Nutty

Did You Know?

With fermentación lenta, fermentation can stretch over several months instead of the typical weeks, because the yeast cells work more slowly in the extremely sugar-rich must from the sun-dried grapes.

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Ximénez-Spínola Cosecha Vintage 2019 is a vintage-dated Spanish fortified wine, where "cosecha" - Spanish for harvest - emphasises that the wine comes from a single vintage rather than a solera blend.

Expert's Description

Ximénez-Spínola Cosecha Vintage 2019 is a Spanish Fortified Wine made exclusively from Pedro Ximénez grapes with an alcohol content of 13%. Unlike many sherries, which are blended through the solera system of vintages, a cosecha wine comes from a single harvest - here 2019 - giving a more direct expression of that particular vintage's weather conditions and grape ripeness. The Ximénez-Spínola bodega, founded in 1729, sun-dries its grapes for at least 21 days before pressing, which significantly concentrates the sugar.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose offers dark raisins, dates and a hint of liquorice.

Palate

The palate is deep and sweet with a full, almost syrupy consistency.

Finish

The finish is long with lingering notes of dried fruit and caramel.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve at room temperature in a small sherry glass. Pairs well with dark chocolate, blue cheese or as a digestif on its own.

Specifications

Name: Cosecha Vintage 2019
Producer/Winery: Ximénez-Spínola
Region/Country: Jerez, Spain
Grape variety: Pedro Ximénez
Vintage: 2019
ABV: 13%
Size: 50 CL
Number of bottles: 29,867
Serving temperature: Room temperature
Decanting recommended: No
Glass type: Sherry glass
EAN no.: 8437006199544

Flavour Profile

Sweet · Deep · Raisin · Syrupy

Did You Know?

The term "cosecha" differs from solera wines by coming from a single vintage - a style that shows the direct imprint of the grape variety and weather without the smoothing effect that the solera system's blending of several vintages provides.

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Ximénez-Spínola Exceptional Harvest 2020 is a sweet white wine from an unusually good harvest season, made exclusively from sun-dried Pedro Ximénez grapes.

Expert's Description

Ximénez-Spínola Exceptional Harvest 2020 is a Spanish White Wine made exclusively from Pedro Ximénez grapes with an alcohol content of 12.5%. "Exceptional Harvest" marks a vintage where the grapes' ripeness and sugar concentration after sun-drying were particularly outstanding. The Ximénez-Spínola bodega has specialised exclusively in this grape variety since 1729, and with only 19,723 bottles produced of this cuvée, it is among the house's more accessible yet still handcrafted wines.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose offers apricot, honey and a hint of flowers.

Palate

The palate is rich and sweet with a fine balance between fruit and acidity.

Finish

The finish is soft and lingering with notes of dried apricot.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve chilled at 8-10°C in a white wine glass. Pairs well with foie gras, blue cheese or fruit tart.

Specifications

Name: Exceptional Harvest Vintage 2020
Producer/Winery: Ximénez-Spínola
Region/Country: Jerez, Spain
Grape variety: Pedro Ximénez
Vintage: 2020
ABV: 12.5%
Size: 75 CL
Number of bottles: 19,723
EAN no.: 8437006199025
Serving temperature: 8-10°C
Decanting recommended: No
Glass type: White wine glass

Flavour Profile

Sweet · Rich · Apricot · Floral

Did You Know?

The name "Exceptional Harvest" is only used in vintages where Ximénez-Spínola's grapes achieve an unusually high natural sugar concentration after sun-drying - a designation the house's winemakers do not apply to every vintage.

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Ximénez-Spínola Vintage 2020 is a 100% handcrafted Spanish fortified wine from one of the Jerez area's most respected family bodegas.

Expert's Description

Ximénez-Spínola Vintage 2020 is a Spanish Fortified Wine made exclusively from Pedro Ximénez grapes with an alcohol content of 12%. The Ximénez-Spínola bodega was founded in 1729 and for nearly 300 years has specialised solely in the Pedro Ximénez grape, where other houses spread across several varieties. After harvest, the grapes are sun-dried for at least 21 days - a method called "soleo" - which causes them to lose around 70% of their weight and significantly concentrates the sugar content. The result is a mere 200 litres of must per tonne of grapes, explaining the limited production of 5,075 bottles for this vintage.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose offers dried raisins, fig and a hint of caramel.

Palate

The palate is concentrated and sweet with deep fruitiness and a silky texture.

Finish

The finish is long and preserved-fruit-like with lingering notes of dried fruit.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve at room temperature in a small sherry glass. Pairs well with vanilla ice cream, blue cheese or dark chocolate.

Specifications

Name: Vintage 2020
Producer/Winery: Ximénez-Spínola
Region/Country: Jerez, Spain
Grape variety: Pedro Ximénez
Vintage: 2020
ABV: 12%
Size: 37.5 CL
Number of bottles: 5,075
EAN no.: 8437006199834
Serving temperature: Room temperature
Decanting recommended: No
Glass type: Sherry glass

Flavour Profile

Sweet · Concentrated · Raisin · Silky

Investment Potential

Medium. Ximénez-Spínola never produces more than a few thousand bottles per vintage, and the house's 300-year specialisation in the PX grape makes vintage-dated bottles sought after among collectors of Spanish fortified wine.

Did You Know?

It takes around a tonne of grapes to produce just 200 litres of must at Ximénez-Spínola, because the sun-drying process causes the grapes to lose about 70% of their original weight.

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From Vignobles du Hayot in Sauternes itself comes this golden, sweet wine - a classic French dessert wine with both power and freshness.

Expert's Description

Chateau Camperose du Hayot Sauternes 2016 is a White Wine from Bordeaux, France made from Muscadelle, Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, bottled at 14% ABV.

The wine comes from the Vignobles du Hayot family's estate in the Sauternes appellation itself, known for its noble rot grapes that give the wines their concentrated sweetness. The wine has a brilliant golden colour.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Peach blossom and delicate roasted notes with a hint of tropical fruit and bitter orange.

Palate

Powerful and sweet with good balance between acidity and sweetness, and a syrupy structure.

Finish

Generous and lingering with vibrant freshness.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve chilled at 8-10°C in a small dessert wine glass. Pairs with fruity desserts and blue cheese.

Specifications

Name: Sauternes 2016
Producer/Winery: Chateau Camperose du Hayot
Region/Country: Bordeaux, France
Appellation/Classification: AOC Sauternes
Grape Variety(ies): Muscadelle, Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon
Vintage: 2016
ABV: 14%
Size: 75 CL
Vegan: No
Serving Temperature: 8-10°C
Decanting Recommended: No
Glass Type: Dessert Wine Glass
EAN No.: 3475487751160

Flavour Profile

Sweet · Syrupy · Fresh · Generous

Did You Know?

Sauternes' famous sweetness is caused by noble rot - a fungus that attacks the grapes and concentrates their sugar content, a process requiring very specific humidity conditions from the nearby Ciron and Garonne rivers.

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Bassermann-Jordan is one of the Pfalz's most respected wine houses, and this Spätburgunder shows why German Pinot Noir has enjoyed such success in recent years.

Expert's Description

Bassermann-Jordan Spätburgunder QbA 2024 is a Red Wine from Germany made from Spätburgunder, bottled at 13.5% ABV.

Spätburgunder is the German name for Pinot Noir, and the wine comes from the Pfalz, a region with a cool climate and mineral-rich soils that give the grape finesse and freshness. Bassermann-Jordan shows here why the Pfalz is regarded as one of Germany's most exciting areas for this particular grape variety.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Red berries such as cherry and raspberry, a hint of wild strawberry, tobacco and light spice.

Palate

Silky and harmonious with fine, integrated tannins and juicy fruit.

Finish

Dry and refreshing with precise acidity.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve at 14-16°C in a Burgundy glass. Pairs with light meat dishes, poultry and mature cheeses.

Specifications

Name: Spätburgunder QbA 2024
Producer/Winery: Bassermann-Jordan
Region/Country: Pfalz, Germany
Appellation/Classification: QbA
Grape Variety(ies): Spätburgunder (Pinot Noir)
Vintage: 2024
ABV: 13.5%
Size: 75 CL
Vegan: No
Serving Temperature: 14-16°C
Decanting Recommended: No
Glass Type: Burgundy Glass

Flavour Profile

Elegant · Fresh · Silky · Balanced

Did You Know?

Spätburgunder literally means "late Burgundy" and is the German name for Pinot Noir - Germany is today the world's third-largest producer of the grape variety after France and the USA.

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This exclusive original wooden case contains 1 bottle from each of the 14 châteaux holding the status of Crus Bourgeois Exceptionnels, all from the 2019 vintage.

Expert's Description

Crus Bourgeois Collection 14 Exceptionnel Medoc is a collection of Red Wine from Medoc, Bordeaux, France, made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec from the 2019 vintage. The case contains 14 bottles of 75 cl - one from each of the châteaux carrying the prestigious designation Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel, the highest tier of the Medoc's Cru Bourgeois classification. Careful growing, winemaking and ageing before release run through all the wines, all of which taste excellent already and will develop further complexity over the next 3-5 years - depending on the individual château, somewhat or considerably longer.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose varies from château to château, but common notes are dark berries, cedar and spiced tones.

Palate

The palate ranges from elegant and structured to full and powerful, depending on each château's style and terroir.

Finish

The finish is generally long with ripe tannins and lingering fruitiness.

Serving & Food Pairing

It is recommended to serve the wines at a temperature of 17-18°C in a Bordeaux glass. Pairs well with beef, game or aged cheese.

Specifications

Name: Crus Bourgeois Collection 14 Exceptionnel Medoc
Producer/Winery: 14 different Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel châteaux
Region/Country: Medoc, Bordeaux, France
Appellation/Classification: Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel
Grape variety: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Malbec
Vintage: 2019
Size: 14 x 75 CL (1050 CL in case)
Serving temperature: 17-18°C
Decanting recommended: Yes, 30-60 minutes
Glass type: Bordeaux glass

Flavour Profile

Varied · Structured · Dark fruit · Spiced

Investment Potential

Medium. A combined case with 14 different châteaux from the same prestigious classification and vintage offers a unique opportunity to follow the development across the Medoc's Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel estates over the coming years.

Did You Know?

The Cru Bourgeois classification for Medoc is revised annually, and the Exceptionnel designation is reserved for a small number of châteaux that consistently deliver the highest quality within the category - far fewer than the classic 1855-classified estates, but often at a more accessible level.

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Château Angludet is owned by the Sichel family, who now in their 6th generation run a négociant business in Bordeaux, and the château's wines are often mentioned in the same breath as the surrounding Grand Cru Classé estates.

Expert's Description

Chateau Angludet 2019 Margaux is a Red Wine from Bordeaux, France, with an alcohol content of 13.5%. Château Angludet and the surrounding vineyards lie on the Garonne river's alluvial deposits in Cantenac in the Margaux appellation. Although the château itself does not hold an official classification, its wines are often categorised on par with the surrounding Grand Cru Classé estates, in terms of the wine's consistently high and stable quality - a result of the Sichel family's long-standing négociant experience and stringent winemaking.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose offers dark berries, cedar and a light earthy undertone.

Palate

Structured and elegant on the palate with ripe tannins and a fine balance between fruit and acidity.

Finish

The finish is long with lingering notes of dark fruit and spice.

Serving & Food Pairing

It is recommended to serve the wine at a temperature of 17-18°C in a Bordeaux glass. Pairs well with beef, lamb or aged cheese.

Specifications

Name: Chateau Angludet 2019 Margaux
Producer/Winery: Château Angludet
Region/Country: Margaux, Bordeaux, France
Appellation/Classification: Margaux AOC
Vintage: 2019
ABV: 13.5%
Size: 75 CL
Serving temperature: 17-18°C
Decanting recommended: Yes, 30-60 minutes
Glass type: Bordeaux glass

Flavour Profile

Structured · Elegant · Dark fruit · Cedar

Investment Potential

Medium. Château Angludet's wines are traditionally traded on par with classified Margaux estates despite the lack of official classification, giving stable interest among Bordeaux collectors.

Did You Know?

The Sichel family, who own Château Angludet, have run a négociant business in Bordeaux for six generations and are one of the region's most experienced wine trading families - a heritage that directly influences the château's winemaking philosophy.

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Jumilla is better known for its powerful, sun-drenched red wines than for rose - but Bodegas Bleda, one of the region's most modern wineries, shows with Castillo de Jumilla that the appellation's Monastrell grape also has a lighter, summery side.

Expert's Description

Bodegas Bleda Castillo de Jumilla is a Rose Wine from Jumilla, Spain, made from Monastrell with an alcohol content of 13%. Jumilla DOP lies in south-eastern Spain, where a hot, dry climate and the hardy Monastrell grape have traditionally provided the basis for powerful red wines, but Bodegas Bleda also taps into the grape's potential for a lighter, fresh rose. The wine is sealed with a screw cap, ensuring the freshness the style calls for without risk of cork taint.

Tasting Notes

Nose

A familiar aroma of strawberry and raspberry on the nose.

Palate

Lively on the palate with a lovely balance between fruit and acidity.

Finish

The finish is short, fresh and clean.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve chilled at 8-10°C in a rose wine glass. Pairs with tapas, salads or as a light summer aperitif.

Specifications

Name: Castillo de Jumilla
Producer/Winery: Bodegas Bleda
Region/Country: Jumilla, Spain
Appellation/Classification: DOP Jumilla
Grape variety: Monastrell
Vintage: May vary
ABV: 13%
Size: 75 CL
EAN: 8429164000022
Serving temperature: 8-10°C
Decanting recommended: No
Glass type: Rose wine glass

Flavour Profile

Fresh · Fruity · Light · Lively

Did You Know?

The Monastrell grape used for Castillo de Jumilla is the same grape known as Mourvedre in France - but in the Jumilla area it has roots going back to before the phylloxera crisis, since the region's sandy soil made it resistant to the pest.

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