2019 Chateau Palmer
The 2019 Château Palmer is one of the standout wines of modern Bordeaux and a benchmark Margaux, combining the estate’s signature sensuality with extraordinary precision and power. The blend—dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot—delivers an intensely aromatic profile of black cherry, cassis, violets, rose petals, graphite, sweet tobacco, and exotic spice. Critics consistently scored it at the top of the vintage, with Robert Parker awarding 96+ points, Jeb Dunnuck 97, James Suckling 99, and Falstaff 98, cementing it as one of the elite wines of the exceptional 2019 Bordeaux harvest. Stylistically, 2019 Palmer is richer and more classical than the flamboyant 2018, with immense concentration balanced by freshness and remarkable finesse. The biodynamic farming at Palmer continues to enhance purity and terroir expression, giving the wine velvety tannins, layered dark fruit, floral complexity, and a saline mineral edge that should evolve beautifully for decades. Most collectors should target a drinking window from roughly 2029–2055+, though patient buyers may be rewarded even further.
- $309.99
- $202.99
2019 Chateau Palmer
The 2019 Château Palmer is one of the standout wines of modern Bordeaux and a benchmark Margaux, combining the estate’s signature sensuality with extraordinary precision and power. The blend—dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot—delivers an intensely aromatic profile of black cherry, cassis, violets, rose petals, graphite, sweet tobacco, and exotic spice. Critics consistently scored it at the top of the vintage, with Robert Parker awarding 96+ points, Jeb Dunnuck 97, James Suckling 99, and Falstaff 98, cementing it as one of the elite wines of the exceptional 2019 Bordeaux harvest. Stylistically, 2019 Palmer is richer and more classical than the flamboyant 2018, with immense concentration balanced by freshness and remarkable finesse. The biodynamic farming at Palmer continues to enhance purity and terroir expression, giving the wine velvety tannins, layered dark fruit, floral complexity, and a saline mineral edge that should evolve beautifully for decades. Most collectors should target a drinking window from roughly 2029–2055+, though patient buyers may be rewarded even further.
$309.99
- 750 ML
1995 Chateau La Mission Haut Brion
The 1995 Château La Mission Haut-Brion is a classic, powerful Pessac-Léognan that reflects both the estate’s muscular house style and the structured nature of the 1995 Bordeaux vintage. Produced from a blend centered on Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, it offers deep aromas of cassis, blackberry, tobacco, graphite, smoky earth, and the estate’s signature scorched gravel and meaty complexity. Robert Parker scored it 95+ points, describing it as a massive, slow-evolving wine with significant tannic structure and long-term aging potential, while Wine Spectator rated it 92 points for its tightly woven richness and cigar-box elegance. This vintage is known more for structure, concentration, and longevity than immediate charm. At over 30 years of age, well-stored bottles are entering a mature drinking window, though many still show firmness and benefit from extended decanting. Expect tertiary layers of leather, truffle, dried tobacco, and roasted herbs to complement its still-vibrant dark fruit core. Drink now through roughly 2035 depending on provenance.
- $499.99
- $285.00
1995 Chateau La Mission Haut Brion
The 1995 Château La Mission Haut-Brion is a classic, powerful Pessac-Léognan that reflects both the estate’s muscular house style and the structured nature of the 1995 Bordeaux vintage. Produced from a blend centered on Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, it offers deep aromas of cassis, blackberry, tobacco, graphite, smoky earth, and the estate’s signature scorched gravel and meaty complexity. Robert Parker scored it 95+ points, describing it as a massive, slow-evolving wine with significant tannic structure and long-term aging potential, while Wine Spectator rated it 92 points for its tightly woven richness and cigar-box elegance. This vintage is known more for structure, concentration, and longevity than immediate charm. At over 30 years of age, well-stored bottles are entering a mature drinking window, though many still show firmness and benefit from extended decanting. Expect tertiary layers of leather, truffle, dried tobacco, and roasted herbs to complement its still-vibrant dark fruit core. Drink now through roughly 2035 depending on provenance.
$499.99
- 750 ML
1993 Chateau Mouton Rothschild
The1993 vintage from Château Mouton Rothschild is as much a cultural artifact as it is an extraordinary bottle of wine, marked by one of the most unusual chapters in the château’s legendary artist-label tradition. That year’s label was created by the celebrated painter Balthus, whose dreamlike composition originally depicted a reclining young nude figure, an image that French audiences viewed as classical and poetic, but which ran afoul of U.S. labeling regulations. As a result, bottles destined for the American market were issued with a modified version of the artwork, discreetly omitting the nude figure, making the original European label a fascinating and highly collectible rarity. Beyond the controversy lies the true essence of Mouton: a wine estate where art, culture, and viticulture converge at the highest level. In the glass, the 1993 reveals refined notes of cassis, cedar, tobacco leaf, and graphite wrapped in silky tannins, a graceful expression of Pauillac elegance. More than a vintage, it represents the audacious spirit that has long defined Mouton Rothschild, an estate that doesn’t simply produce great Bordeaux, but elevates every bottle into a conversation piece, a collectible work of art, and a testament to the enduring brilliance of one of the world’s most revered First Growths.
- $649.99
- $455.00
1993 Chateau Mouton Rothschild
The1993 vintage from Château Mouton Rothschild is as much a cultural artifact as it is an extraordinary bottle of wine, marked by one of the most unusual chapters in the château’s legendary artist-label tradition. That year’s label was created by the celebrated painter Balthus, whose dreamlike composition originally depicted a reclining young nude figure, an image that French audiences viewed as classical and poetic, but which ran afoul of U.S. labeling regulations. As a result, bottles destined for the American market were issued with a modified version of the artwork, discreetly omitting the nude figure, making the original European label a fascinating and highly collectible rarity. Beyond the controversy lies the true essence of Mouton: a wine estate where art, culture, and viticulture converge at the highest level. In the glass, the 1993 reveals refined notes of cassis, cedar, tobacco leaf, and graphite wrapped in silky tannins, a graceful expression of Pauillac elegance. More than a vintage, it represents the audacious spirit that has long defined Mouton Rothschild, an estate that doesn’t simply produce great Bordeaux, but elevates every bottle into a conversation piece, a collectible work of art, and a testament to the enduring brilliance of one of the world’s most revered First Growths.
$649.99
- 750 ML
2015 La Dame de Montrose
The 2015 La Dame de Montrose, the elegant second wine of Château Montrose, offers a compelling expression of Saint-Estèphe with both pedigree and approachability. The estate itself dates back to 1815, when it was founded by Étienne Théodore Dumoulin on gravelly rises overlooking the Gironde estuary—an ideal terroir that would eventually earn Montrose its classification as a Second Growth in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification. Over the decades, Château Montrose has built a reputation for producing structured, long-lived wines, and in more recent years, under the ownership of the Bouygues family, the estate has embraced a meticulous, sustainability-driven approach to viticulture and winemaking. The current technical team, led by experienced estate director Hervé Berland (formerly of Château Mouton Rothschild), focuses on precision and balance, ensuring that even the second wine reflects the estate’s grand vin philosophy. La Dame de Montrose is crafted primarily from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with smaller portions of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, depending on the vintage. The 2015 vintage—widely regarded as exceptional across Bordeaux—allowed for optimal ripeness and concentration, resulting in a wine that is both plush and structured. Compared to the grand vin, La Dame emphasizes earlier-drinking charm, showcasing ripe dark fruit, cassis, and plum layered with notes of graphite, cedar, and subtle spice. The tannins are refined yet present, offering enough backbone for mid-term aging while remaining accessible in its youth. This wine captures the essence of Saint-Estèphe’s power and depth, while delivering a polished, approachable style that makes it an excellent introduction to one of Bordeaux’s most respected estates.
- $69.99
- $48.89
2015 La Dame de Montrose
The 2015 La Dame de Montrose, the elegant second wine of Château Montrose, offers a compelling expression of Saint-Estèphe with both pedigree and approachability. The estate itself dates back to 1815, when it was founded by Étienne Théodore Dumoulin on gravelly rises overlooking the Gironde estuary—an ideal terroir that would eventually earn Montrose its classification as a Second Growth in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification. Over the decades, Château Montrose has built a reputation for producing structured, long-lived wines, and in more recent years, under the ownership of the Bouygues family, the estate has embraced a meticulous, sustainability-driven approach to viticulture and winemaking. The current technical team, led by experienced estate director Hervé Berland (formerly of Château Mouton Rothschild), focuses on precision and balance, ensuring that even the second wine reflects the estate’s grand vin philosophy. La Dame de Montrose is crafted primarily from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with smaller portions of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, depending on the vintage. The 2015 vintage—widely regarded as exceptional across Bordeaux—allowed for optimal ripeness and concentration, resulting in a wine that is both plush and structured. Compared to the grand vin, La Dame emphasizes earlier-drinking charm, showcasing ripe dark fruit, cassis, and plum layered with notes of graphite, cedar, and subtle spice. The tannins are refined yet present, offering enough backbone for mid-term aging while remaining accessible in its youth. This wine captures the essence of Saint-Estèphe’s power and depth, while delivering a polished, approachable style that makes it an excellent introduction to one of Bordeaux’s most respected estates.
$69.99
- 750 ML
2018 Chateau Leoville Poyferre
The 2018 Château Léoville Poyferré is a compelling modern expression of one of Saint-Julien’s most celebrated Second Growth estates. Owned and meticulously guided by the Cuvelier family since 1920, the château has undergone a stylistic renaissance under the technical direction of renowned consultant Michel Rolland. Historically, Léoville Poyferré was part of the vast Léoville estate that was divided in the 19th century into three properties—today known as Château Léoville Las Cases, Château Léoville Barton, and Léoville Poyferré—each developing its own distinctive style within the gravelly terraces that define Saint-Julien. The 2018 vintage in Bordeaux is widely regarded as one of the most dramatic of the decade. A challenging early season with heavy mildew pressure was followed by a spectacularly warm and dry summer, producing small berries with extraordinary concentration and ripeness. Léoville Poyferré’s vineyards—planted primarily to Cabernet Sauvignon with significant Merlot and smaller portions of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot—sit on deep Günzian gravel soils that provide excellent drainage and heat retention. The result is a wine of impressive density and polish. Aromatically, the 2018 reveals layers of cassis, black cherry, and dark plum interwoven with graphite, cedar, cocoa, and subtle violets. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and luxurious, yet remarkably precise, with velvety tannins and a vibrant structural spine that carries through a long, mineral-driven finish.
- $149.99
- $95.00
2018 Chateau Leoville Poyferre
The 2018 Château Léoville Poyferré is a compelling modern expression of one of Saint-Julien’s most celebrated Second Growth estates. Owned and meticulously guided by the Cuvelier family since 1920, the château has undergone a stylistic renaissance under the technical direction of renowned consultant Michel Rolland. Historically, Léoville Poyferré was part of the vast Léoville estate that was divided in the 19th century into three properties—today known as Château Léoville Las Cases, Château Léoville Barton, and Léoville Poyferré—each developing its own distinctive style within the gravelly terraces that define Saint-Julien. The 2018 vintage in Bordeaux is widely regarded as one of the most dramatic of the decade. A challenging early season with heavy mildew pressure was followed by a spectacularly warm and dry summer, producing small berries with extraordinary concentration and ripeness. Léoville Poyferré’s vineyards—planted primarily to Cabernet Sauvignon with significant Merlot and smaller portions of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot—sit on deep Günzian gravel soils that provide excellent drainage and heat retention. The result is a wine of impressive density and polish. Aromatically, the 2018 reveals layers of cassis, black cherry, and dark plum interwoven with graphite, cedar, cocoa, and subtle violets. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and luxurious, yet remarkably precise, with velvety tannins and a vibrant structural spine that carries through a long, mineral-driven finish.
$149.99
- 750 ML
1986 Chateau Beychevelle
The 1986 Château Beychevelle is a classic expression of a Fourth Growth estate in Saint-Julien, a commune celebrated for producing wines that combine finesse, structure, and longevity. Château Beychevelle’s history stretches back to the 17th century, and its iconic “flagship” façade and nautical-themed estate reflect its long-standing association with the French nobility and maritime trade. By 1986, the estate was under the stewardship of the Saint-Guiral family, who maintained its reputation for elegance, harmoniously blending Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot to produce wines of both power and refinement. The 1986 vintage in Saint-Julien was marked by a warm growing season with steady ripening, producing grapes with excellent concentration and balance. In the glass, the wine shows a mature garnet-brown hue with a warm amber rim, indicative of its age. Aromatics reveal cassis, black cherry, and plum, layered with tobacco, cedar, leather, and subtle earthy nuances. On the palate, Beychevelle’s hallmark harmony shines: refined tannins, balanced acidity, and a persistent mineral-driven finish, all of which reflect the estate’s classical Saint-Julien style. This wine has developed tertiary complexity—forest floor, dried herbs, and cigar box notes—that enhance both its intrigue and approachability.
- $249.99
- $95.41
1986 Chateau Beychevelle
The 1986 Château Beychevelle is a classic expression of a Fourth Growth estate in Saint-Julien, a commune celebrated for producing wines that combine finesse, structure, and longevity. Château Beychevelle’s history stretches back to the 17th century, and its iconic “flagship” façade and nautical-themed estate reflect its long-standing association with the French nobility and maritime trade. By 1986, the estate was under the stewardship of the Saint-Guiral family, who maintained its reputation for elegance, harmoniously blending Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot to produce wines of both power and refinement. The 1986 vintage in Saint-Julien was marked by a warm growing season with steady ripening, producing grapes with excellent concentration and balance. In the glass, the wine shows a mature garnet-brown hue with a warm amber rim, indicative of its age. Aromatics reveal cassis, black cherry, and plum, layered with tobacco, cedar, leather, and subtle earthy nuances. On the palate, Beychevelle’s hallmark harmony shines: refined tannins, balanced acidity, and a persistent mineral-driven finish, all of which reflect the estate’s classical Saint-Julien style. This wine has developed tertiary complexity—forest floor, dried herbs, and cigar box notes—that enhance both its intrigue and approachability.
$249.99
- 750 ML
1987 Chateau Cos d'Estournel
The 1987 Château Cos d’Estournel is a striking expression of a Second Growth estate in Saint-Estèphe, an appellation known for its structured, tannic, and long-lived wines. Cos d’Estournel, often called the “Oriental Château” due to its pagoda-inspired architecture, was founded in 1811 by Louis-Gaspard d’Estournel and has a long history of crafting opulent yet precise wines, balancing the power of the Médoc with elegance and exotic aromatics. By 1987, the estate was under the stewardship of the Mongest family, who continued its tradition of blending Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant wines with Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. The 1987 vintage in Saint-Estèphe was marked by moderate conditions with cooler periods that slowed ripening, producing grapes with pronounced structure, moderate alcohol, and excellent acidity. The wine in the glass shows a deep garnet core with brick-red edges, revealing its age. Aromatically, expect cassis, blackberry, and black plum framed by graphite, tobacco, leather, and hints of exotic spices—a signature of Cos d’Estournel’s stylistic richness. The palate is full-bodied yet balanced, with fine-grained tannins softened by time, persistent minerality, and a layered complexity that continues to evolve. This is a wine where tertiary notes—dried tobacco leaf, forest floor, and subtle cigar box—become increasingly seductive with decanting, illustrating the estate’s masterful aging potential.
- $199.99
- $115.00
1987 Chateau Cos d'Estournel
The 1987 Château Cos d’Estournel is a striking expression of a Second Growth estate in Saint-Estèphe, an appellation known for its structured, tannic, and long-lived wines. Cos d’Estournel, often called the “Oriental Château” due to its pagoda-inspired architecture, was founded in 1811 by Louis-Gaspard d’Estournel and has a long history of crafting opulent yet precise wines, balancing the power of the Médoc with elegance and exotic aromatics. By 1987, the estate was under the stewardship of the Mongest family, who continued its tradition of blending Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant wines with Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. The 1987 vintage in Saint-Estèphe was marked by moderate conditions with cooler periods that slowed ripening, producing grapes with pronounced structure, moderate alcohol, and excellent acidity. The wine in the glass shows a deep garnet core with brick-red edges, revealing its age. Aromatically, expect cassis, blackberry, and black plum framed by graphite, tobacco, leather, and hints of exotic spices—a signature of Cos d’Estournel’s stylistic richness. The palate is full-bodied yet balanced, with fine-grained tannins softened by time, persistent minerality, and a layered complexity that continues to evolve. This is a wine where tertiary notes—dried tobacco leaf, forest floor, and subtle cigar box—become increasingly seductive with decanting, illustrating the estate’s masterful aging potential.
$199.99
- 750 ML
2000 Chateau Lynch-Moussas
The 2000 Château Lynch-Moussas is a superb example of a Fifth Growth Bordeaux that balances power, finesse, and aging potential. Located in the Pauillac appellation, Lynch-Moussas has been in the hands of the Cazes family since 1919, a family also famed for managing Château Haut-Bages-Liberal. The estate’s history is deeply rooted in the classic Médoc tradition: clay-gravel soils atop a subsoil of limestone and sand, perfect for producing Cabernet Sauvignon-driven wines with structure, elegance, and longevity. The 2000 vintage was marked by a warm, dry growing season, allowing grapes to reach full physiological ripeness while maintaining freshness. Château Lynch-Moussas sourced primarily Cabernet Sauvignon, complemented by Merlot and small amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, producing a wine with a deep, ruby-garnet color. On the nose, expect cassis, blackcurrant, cedar, and subtle graphite, with hints of tobacco and cigar box emerging with aeration. The palate shows the classic Pauillac profile: structured yet silky tannins, firm acidity, and a mineral backbone that gives the wine its hallmark balance. While approachable now with careful decanting, this wine has the pedigree to evolve gracefully for another 10–15 years, revealing layers of complexity and secondary aromas.
- $119.99
- $81.00
2000 Chateau Lynch-Moussas
The 2000 Château Lynch-Moussas is a superb example of a Fifth Growth Bordeaux that balances power, finesse, and aging potential. Located in the Pauillac appellation, Lynch-Moussas has been in the hands of the Cazes family since 1919, a family also famed for managing Château Haut-Bages-Liberal. The estate’s history is deeply rooted in the classic Médoc tradition: clay-gravel soils atop a subsoil of limestone and sand, perfect for producing Cabernet Sauvignon-driven wines with structure, elegance, and longevity. The 2000 vintage was marked by a warm, dry growing season, allowing grapes to reach full physiological ripeness while maintaining freshness. Château Lynch-Moussas sourced primarily Cabernet Sauvignon, complemented by Merlot and small amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, producing a wine with a deep, ruby-garnet color. On the nose, expect cassis, blackcurrant, cedar, and subtle graphite, with hints of tobacco and cigar box emerging with aeration. The palate shows the classic Pauillac profile: structured yet silky tannins, firm acidity, and a mineral backbone that gives the wine its hallmark balance. While approachable now with careful decanting, this wine has the pedigree to evolve gracefully for another 10–15 years, revealing layers of complexity and secondary aromas.
$119.99
- 750 ML
2020 Chateau Lassegue
The 2020 Château Lassègue is a polished Right Bank Bordeaux from Saint-Émilion, produced by Château Lassègue, a historic hillside estate whose origins date back to the 18th century and which entered a new era of quality after its acquisition in 2003 by Jess Jackson and Barbara Banke of Jackson Family Wines. The vineyards sit on prized clay-limestone slopes with varied exposures that allow for optimal ripening, and they are planted primarily to Merlot with supporting Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, a classic blend that yields wines combining richness, structure, and aromatic complexity. Crafted under a philosophy that blends modern precision with traditional Bordeaux techniques, the 2020 vintage shows ripe blackberry, plum, cocoa, and floral notes layered over fine tannins and mineral freshness, resulting in a wine that is approachable in youth yet structured enough for long aging, reflecting both the estate’s historic terroir and its contemporary refinement.
- $74.99
- $48.00
2020 Chateau Lassegue
The 2020 Château Lassègue is a polished Right Bank Bordeaux from Saint-Émilion, produced by Château Lassègue, a historic hillside estate whose origins date back to the 18th century and which entered a new era of quality after its acquisition in 2003 by Jess Jackson and Barbara Banke of Jackson Family Wines. The vineyards sit on prized clay-limestone slopes with varied exposures that allow for optimal ripening, and they are planted primarily to Merlot with supporting Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, a classic blend that yields wines combining richness, structure, and aromatic complexity. Crafted under a philosophy that blends modern precision with traditional Bordeaux techniques, the 2020 vintage shows ripe blackberry, plum, cocoa, and floral notes layered over fine tannins and mineral freshness, resulting in a wine that is approachable in youth yet structured enough for long aging, reflecting both the estate’s historic terroir and its contemporary refinement.
$74.99
- 750 ML