1986 Chateau Beychevelle
The 1986 Château Beychevelle hails from the prestigious Saint-Julien appellation on Bordeaux’s Left Bank, where this Fourth Growth (Cru Classé) estate has been famed for centuries for producing wines that combine both structure and elegance; Beychevelle’s gravelly soils, Cabernet Sauvignon-led plantings, and careful winemaking reflect classic Médoc style. In the context of the 1986 vintage—warm and generally favorable for ripeness—the Beychevelle showed very well, with its aggregate quality reflected in high aggregated ratings such as a 95 score on Tastingbook (an algorithm combining multiple professional reviews and assessments) and similarly strong individual appraisals from critics highlighting its complexity and balance.
- $249.99
- $95.41
1986 Chateau Beychevelle
The 1986 Château Beychevelle hails from the prestigious Saint-Julien appellation on Bordeaux’s Left Bank, where this Fourth Growth (Cru Classé) estate has been famed for centuries for producing wines that combine both structure and elegance; Beychevelle’s gravelly soils, Cabernet Sauvignon-led plantings, and careful winemaking reflect classic Médoc style. In the context of the 1986 vintage—warm and generally favorable for ripeness—the Beychevelle showed very well, with its aggregate quality reflected in high aggregated ratings such as a 95 score on Tastingbook (an algorithm combining multiple professional reviews and assessments) and similarly strong individual appraisals from critics highlighting its complexity and balance.
$249.99
- 750 ML
2009 Chateau Pichon Les Tourelles de Longueville Baron
The Les Tourelles de Longueville 2009 comes from Château Pichon-Longueville Baron, the famed Second Growth (Deuxième Cru Classé) estate in Pauillac on Bordeaux’s Left Bank, a property with a storied history dating back to the 17th-18th centuries and named for the distinctive turrets (“tourelles”) that adorn the château; the second wine embodies the elegance and structure of the grand vin while offering earlier accessibility and charm. The 2009 vintage in Bordeaux was exceptional, allowing this Merlot-dominated blend (roughly 61 % Merlot, 25 % Cabernet Sauvignon, 14 % Cabernet Franc) to achieve full phenolic ripeness and plenty of expressive fruit, with careful sorting and vinification reflecting the estate’s commitment to quality. While most published professional scores for this second wine are in the low 90s, James Suckling rated it as high as 93 points (noted for polished tannins, balance, and a long finish), and other sources give around 90–92, making it one of the stronger Les Tourelles efforts of the era.
- $89.99
- $45.00
2009 Chateau Pichon Les Tourelles de Longueville Baron
The Les Tourelles de Longueville 2009 comes from Château Pichon-Longueville Baron, the famed Second Growth (Deuxième Cru Classé) estate in Pauillac on Bordeaux’s Left Bank, a property with a storied history dating back to the 17th-18th centuries and named for the distinctive turrets (“tourelles”) that adorn the château; the second wine embodies the elegance and structure of the grand vin while offering earlier accessibility and charm. The 2009 vintage in Bordeaux was exceptional, allowing this Merlot-dominated blend (roughly 61 % Merlot, 25 % Cabernet Sauvignon, 14 % Cabernet Franc) to achieve full phenolic ripeness and plenty of expressive fruit, with careful sorting and vinification reflecting the estate’s commitment to quality. While most published professional scores for this second wine are in the low 90s, James Suckling rated it as high as 93 points (noted for polished tannins, balance, and a long finish), and other sources give around 90–92, making it one of the stronger Les Tourelles efforts of the era.
$89.99
- 750 ML
2011 Chateau Canon St. Emilion
Sitting in the heart of the limestone plateau, Château Canon is prized for its classic, critically acclaimed St-Emilion. The estate’s story began 250 years ago when it was purchased by wealthy privateer (pirate), Jacque Kanon, who made his fortune commanding fleets between France and Quebec. It was known as Clos St Martin and not named Château Canon until 1853 on its acquisition by the Fontémoing family. Canon’s renaissance began when the Wertheimer Brothers, who also own the global fashion brand Chanel and Rauzan-Ségla, bought the estate in 1996. They invested heavily in the vineyards and winery, poached John Kolasa from Chateau Latour and made him technical director, setting the estate on the path to success. Kolasa has since been succeeded by the talented Nicolas Audebert (Krug, Veuve Clicquot, Cheval des Andes) and quality and demand continues to soar. The sole mission is based on how to produce the very best quality wines, no shortcuts are taken, and every decision is made with the long term in mind. There is no other property where one can measure this philosophy in action and see such clear results. Culminating in a product of the utmost purity, finesse and opulence, the superb wines made under the management of Nicolas Audebert define class itself. At only $129.99 this is a Saint-Emilion steal. Act Fast.
- $129.99
- $85.00
2011 Chateau Canon St. Emilion
Sitting in the heart of the limestone plateau, Château Canon is prized for its classic, critically acclaimed St-Emilion. The estate’s story began 250 years ago when it was purchased by wealthy privateer (pirate), Jacque Kanon, who made his fortune commanding fleets between France and Quebec. It was known as Clos St Martin and not named Château Canon until 1853 on its acquisition by the Fontémoing family. Canon’s renaissance began when the Wertheimer Brothers, who also own the global fashion brand Chanel and Rauzan-Ségla, bought the estate in 1996. They invested heavily in the vineyards and winery, poached John Kolasa from Chateau Latour and made him technical director, setting the estate on the path to success. Kolasa has since been succeeded by the talented Nicolas Audebert (Krug, Veuve Clicquot, Cheval des Andes) and quality and demand continues to soar. The sole mission is based on how to produce the very best quality wines, no shortcuts are taken, and every decision is made with the long term in mind. There is no other property where one can measure this philosophy in action and see such clear results. Culminating in a product of the utmost purity, finesse and opulence, the superb wines made under the management of Nicolas Audebert define class itself. At only $129.99 this is a Saint-Emilion steal. Act Fast.
$129.99
- 750 ML
1990 Chateau Sociando-Mallet Cuvee Jean Gautreau
The 1990 Château Sociando-Mallet Cuvée Jean Gautreau is a rare and exceptional expression from one of Bordeaux's most esteemed estates. Crafted by Jean Gautreau, this cuvée was produced from a selection of the finest barrels and aged in 100% new French oak, showcasing the pinnacle of the estate's winemaking prowess. The 1990 vintage is particularly notable for its depth, complexity, and aging potential. Robert Parker awarded the 1990 Château Sociando-Mallet a score of 96 points, praising its "stupendous aromas of crushed berries, currants, cherries, and minerals," and describing it as "full-bodied and extremely concentrated, with very ripe fruit and loads of polished tannins." The Wine Cellar Insider Wine Spectator Château Sociando-Mallet is located in the Haut-Médoc appellation, specifically in the commune of Saint-Seurin-de-Cadourne. Despite not being classified in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, the estate has consistently produced wines of exceptional quality, rivaling those of classified growths. Jean Gautreau purchased the property in 1969 and undertook extensive renovations, expanding the vineyard and modernizing the facilities. Under his stewardship, Sociando-Mallet gained a reputation for producing wines with remarkable structure and aging potential. In 1995, Gautreau introduced the Cuvée Jean Gautreau, a limited-production wine made from a selection of the estate's best barrels, further elevating the estate's prestige.
- $149.99
- $125.00
1990 Chateau Sociando-Mallet Cuvee Jean Gautreau
The 1990 Château Sociando-Mallet Cuvée Jean Gautreau is a rare and exceptional expression from one of Bordeaux's most esteemed estates. Crafted by Jean Gautreau, this cuvée was produced from a selection of the finest barrels and aged in 100% new French oak, showcasing the pinnacle of the estate's winemaking prowess. The 1990 vintage is particularly notable for its depth, complexity, and aging potential. Robert Parker awarded the 1990 Château Sociando-Mallet a score of 96 points, praising its "stupendous aromas of crushed berries, currants, cherries, and minerals," and describing it as "full-bodied and extremely concentrated, with very ripe fruit and loads of polished tannins." The Wine Cellar Insider Wine Spectator Château Sociando-Mallet is located in the Haut-Médoc appellation, specifically in the commune of Saint-Seurin-de-Cadourne. Despite not being classified in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, the estate has consistently produced wines of exceptional quality, rivaling those of classified growths. Jean Gautreau purchased the property in 1969 and undertook extensive renovations, expanding the vineyard and modernizing the facilities. Under his stewardship, Sociando-Mallet gained a reputation for producing wines with remarkable structure and aging potential. In 1995, Gautreau introduced the Cuvée Jean Gautreau, a limited-production wine made from a selection of the estate's best barrels, further elevating the estate's prestige.
$149.99
- 750 ML