2006 Chateau Ducru Beaucaillou
The 2006 vintage of Château Ducru-Beaucaillou is a particularly exceptional expression of the estate’s commitment to quality, showcasing the unique characteristics of both the terroir and the winemaking philosophy. This vintage was marked by a cool and rainy spring, followed by a hot and dry summer that allowed the vines to recover and ripen the grapes to perfection. The balance between the weather conditions and the careful attention to the vineyard allowed for optimal ripeness, contributing to the wine's richness, complexity, and aging potential. The 2006 vintage was predominantly composed of Cabernet Sauvignon, which thrived in the gravelly soils of the estate, lending the wine its deep color, tannic structure, and notes of blackcurrant and dark fruit. The Merlot, which adds roundness and plushness, also performed exceptionally well, offering softer textures and contributing to the wine’s approachable balance. In the cellar, the wine was aged in French oak barrels, which imparted a subtle complexity and added hints of spice and toast. This careful handling of the 2006 vintage resulted in a wine with both power and elegance, showcasing the estate’s ability to produce wines that are age-worthy, while also expressing the refined qualities of the Saint-Julien terroir. As with all wines from Château Ducru-Beaucaillou, the 2006 vintage reflects the estate's dedication to quality, with an ideal combination of terroir, climate, and winemaking expertise that ensures its place as one of Bordeaux’s finest. This vintage is expected to continue evolving gracefully over time, offering layers of complexity as it ages, a hallmark of the château’s prestigious wine production.
- $225.00
- $140.85
2006 Chateau Ducru Beaucaillou
The 2006 vintage of Château Ducru-Beaucaillou is a particularly exceptional expression of the estate’s commitment to quality, showcasing the unique characteristics of both the terroir and the winemaking philosophy. This vintage was marked by a cool and rainy spring, followed by a hot and dry summer that allowed the vines to recover and ripen the grapes to perfection. The balance between the weather conditions and the careful attention to the vineyard allowed for optimal ripeness, contributing to the wine's richness, complexity, and aging potential. The 2006 vintage was predominantly composed of Cabernet Sauvignon, which thrived in the gravelly soils of the estate, lending the wine its deep color, tannic structure, and notes of blackcurrant and dark fruit. The Merlot, which adds roundness and plushness, also performed exceptionally well, offering softer textures and contributing to the wine’s approachable balance. In the cellar, the wine was aged in French oak barrels, which imparted a subtle complexity and added hints of spice and toast. This careful handling of the 2006 vintage resulted in a wine with both power and elegance, showcasing the estate’s ability to produce wines that are age-worthy, while also expressing the refined qualities of the Saint-Julien terroir. As with all wines from Château Ducru-Beaucaillou, the 2006 vintage reflects the estate's dedication to quality, with an ideal combination of terroir, climate, and winemaking expertise that ensures its place as one of Bordeaux’s finest. This vintage is expected to continue evolving gracefully over time, offering layers of complexity as it ages, a hallmark of the château’s prestigious wine production.
$225.00
- 750 ML
1982 Chateau Leoville Barton
The 1982 Château Léoville Barton is an iconic wine that epitomizes the finesse, depth, and aging potential of the great Bordeaux wines. Located in the heart of the Saint-Julien appellation in the Médoc region of Bordeaux, Château Léoville Barton is one of the most revered estates in the area, renowned for producing wines of exceptional quality that blend power and elegance in perfect harmony. The estate's vineyards are planted on gravelly soils that provide excellent drainage, promoting optimal ripening of the grapes. This, combined with the estate’s prime location between the river and the surrounding forest, gives the wines their characteristic richness, balance, and longevity. The 1982 vintage is regarded as one of the standout years of the 1980s in Bordeaux, with ideal growing conditions producing wines of great structure and concentration. Château Léoville Barton, under the stewardship of Anthony Barton, a direct descendant of the estate's founder, benefited from a combination of high-quality fruit, careful winemaking, and a commitment to traditional methods. The wine was vinified with minimal intervention, allowing the natural characteristics of the terroir to shine through. Aging took place in a mix of French oak barrels, which imparted a subtle touch of spice and richness to the wine without overwhelming its inherent qualities.
- $425.00
- $295.00
1982 Chateau Leoville Barton
The 1982 Château Léoville Barton is an iconic wine that epitomizes the finesse, depth, and aging potential of the great Bordeaux wines. Located in the heart of the Saint-Julien appellation in the Médoc region of Bordeaux, Château Léoville Barton is one of the most revered estates in the area, renowned for producing wines of exceptional quality that blend power and elegance in perfect harmony. The estate's vineyards are planted on gravelly soils that provide excellent drainage, promoting optimal ripening of the grapes. This, combined with the estate’s prime location between the river and the surrounding forest, gives the wines their characteristic richness, balance, and longevity. The 1982 vintage is regarded as one of the standout years of the 1980s in Bordeaux, with ideal growing conditions producing wines of great structure and concentration. Château Léoville Barton, under the stewardship of Anthony Barton, a direct descendant of the estate's founder, benefited from a combination of high-quality fruit, careful winemaking, and a commitment to traditional methods. The wine was vinified with minimal intervention, allowing the natural characteristics of the terroir to shine through. Aging took place in a mix of French oak barrels, which imparted a subtle touch of spice and richness to the wine without overwhelming its inherent qualities.
$425.00
- 750 ML
2020 Chateau Leoville Poyferre
Chateau Léoville Poyferré has been owned by the Cuvelier family for a century, yet it was not until the 1970's when Didier Cuvelier took control at the château that quality began to skyrocket. Enhanced immeasurably by the employment of globally venerated wine consultant Michel Rolland in 1994, Léoville-Poyferré has since been elevated into one of Saint-Julien's finest estates. Now firmly entrenched, occupying its place as one of the elite Super Second marques, the 100-point perfect rating from Robert Parker for the 2009 vintage, turbo-charged the estate's reputation, and the wine world sat up and took notice. Uncannily, prices for Leoville-Poyferre remain incredibly approachable, and we are delighted to be able to offer you the 98+ Point 2020 Château Léoville Poyferré for an astonishing $159.99 per bottle. Much like its neighbor Léoville Barton, due to their sky-high quality they are totally charming in their early life, but are also equipped to age gracefully over decades. In its seductive black and gold livery to celebrate 100 years of Cuvelier reign, this is a very special Saint-Julien at an exceptionally modest price point.
- $159.99
- $114.63
2020 Chateau Leoville Poyferre
Chateau Léoville Poyferré has been owned by the Cuvelier family for a century, yet it was not until the 1970's when Didier Cuvelier took control at the château that quality began to skyrocket. Enhanced immeasurably by the employment of globally venerated wine consultant Michel Rolland in 1994, Léoville-Poyferré has since been elevated into one of Saint-Julien's finest estates. Now firmly entrenched, occupying its place as one of the elite Super Second marques, the 100-point perfect rating from Robert Parker for the 2009 vintage, turbo-charged the estate's reputation, and the wine world sat up and took notice. Uncannily, prices for Leoville-Poyferre remain incredibly approachable, and we are delighted to be able to offer you the 98+ Point 2020 Château Léoville Poyferré for an astonishing $159.99 per bottle. Much like its neighbor Léoville Barton, due to their sky-high quality they are totally charming in their early life, but are also equipped to age gracefully over decades. In its seductive black and gold livery to celebrate 100 years of Cuvelier reign, this is a very special Saint-Julien at an exceptionally modest price point.
$159.99
- 750 ML
2016 Chateau Leoville Las Cases
The 2016 Château Léoville Las Cases is a prestigious wine from one of Bordeaux's top estates, located in the renowned Saint-Julien appellation. As a Second Growth in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, Château Léoville Las Cases is known for producing wines of exceptional depth, structure, and aging potential. The 2016 vintage is a standout, benefiting from a near-perfect growing season that resulted in a wine with remarkable concentration, balance, and complexity. This wine combines the estate’s hallmark richness with a refined elegance, offering a true expression of the terroir. Ideal for collectors and those seeking a top-tier Bordeaux, the 2016 Léoville Las Cases is poised for long-term aging, making it a highly sought-after addition to any cellar.
- $375.00
- $293.33
2016 Chateau Leoville Las Cases
The 2016 Château Léoville Las Cases is a prestigious wine from one of Bordeaux's top estates, located in the renowned Saint-Julien appellation. As a Second Growth in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, Château Léoville Las Cases is known for producing wines of exceptional depth, structure, and aging potential. The 2016 vintage is a standout, benefiting from a near-perfect growing season that resulted in a wine with remarkable concentration, balance, and complexity. This wine combines the estate’s hallmark richness with a refined elegance, offering a true expression of the terroir. Ideal for collectors and those seeking a top-tier Bordeaux, the 2016 Léoville Las Cases is poised for long-term aging, making it a highly sought-after addition to any cellar.
$375.00
- 750 ML