{"title":"Summertime St. Emilion and Many More, Médoc to Graves and Beyond!","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"micalet-21-haut-medoc-origines","title":"Micalet 2021 Haut Medoc Origine","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Chateau Micalet Haut-Medoc \"Origine\" is from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and 20% Petit Verdot grown on deep beds of gravel in Lamarque. The Fedieu family created this wine to be a slightly lighter and more ready-to-drink version of their Haut-Medoc, with a shorter cuvaison and without aging in wood. The Origine has a beautiful nose, with ripe blackberries, dried blueberries and an elegant combo of orange peel and clove. On the palate, the wine is full and bold, with black pepper, dark cherry and a zesty accent of cassis and plum peel. Structurally, the wine shows just enough generous texture, a mineral zing, and medium acid. A Bordeaux for Barbecues, serve cool - a fantastic buy at under $20!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fruit of the Vines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44588923158753,"sku":"11227","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/3790\/6145\/files\/ChateauMicalet2021CuveeOrigine-FB.jpg?v=1723742849"},{"product_id":"chateau-fonplegade-2019-saint-emilion","title":"Fonplegade 2019 Saint-Emilion","description":"\u003cp\u003eChateau Fonplegade's vines are situated southwest of the town of Saint-Emilion, just below Ch. Magdelaine on a steep slope of limestone with clay and sandy soils that descends from the plateau. The vines are partly in a natural amphitheater, facing south with great sun exposure and protection from north winds. The estate was purchased from the Moueix family in 2004 by Denise and Stephen Adams and is now certified organic and biodynamic. The blend is roughly 95% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc and aging is 50% in new French oak barrels, 30% in one year-old barrels and 10% in concrete and 10% in amphorae. The 2019 has a great balance of plum and dark cherry fruit with some vanilla and woody spice - the aromatics are lush and giving, with subtle complexities starting to emerge after an hour open. The palate is a wave of seductive fruit and layers of tobacco and spice, with a long finish and balanced acidity, making this a prime candidate for steak or fatty meats. It's highly enjoyable now and will continue to evolve nicely over the next 5-20 years. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Monsieur Touton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44684853444833,"sku":"3609051036784","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/3790\/6145\/files\/ChateauFonplegade2019SaintEmilionGrandCruClasse-FB.jpg?v=1723742809"},{"product_id":"chateau-fonroque-2020-saint-emilion-grand-cru-classe","title":"Chateau Fonroque 2020 Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classé","description":"\u003cp\u003eChâteau Fonroque is a superb certified biodynamic and organic estate near the village Saint-Émilion, situated on the limestone plateau and hillside. Owned by the Moueix family since 1931, the estate is a proponent of traditional wine-making techniques with hand harvesting, spontaneous yeasts, and limited use of new oak. An elegant Bordeaux with precise minerality, the wine is a blend of Merlot (80%) and Cabernet Franc (20%) of 35-year-old vines planted on limestone soils with some portions of clay on the hillside of the vineyard. The wine is fermented with native yeast in concrete vats and then aged in oak (with 30% new), keeping the freshness of the vintage. The resulting wine is a Bordeaux with energy and tension, bright calcareous minerality, great acidity and grippy tannin. On the nose, the bouquet is complex and lively with crunchy cranberry and black cherry, tart dark berries, dried tobacco leaves, Moroccan spices, earth, purple flower and savory notes. Drinking beautifully now, pair this wine with classic fare, such a steak, roasted rack of lamb, duck breast and full-flavored cheese, or age it for an additional 15 years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Duclot Vinicole","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45179190214881,"sku":"3770010687450","price":53.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/3790\/6145\/files\/ChateauFonroque2020Saint-EmilionGrandCruClasse.jpg?v=1715804812"},{"product_id":"la-grave-figeac-2022-saint-emilion-grand-cru","title":"La Grave Figeac 2022 Saint-Emilion Grand Cru","description":"\u003cp\u003eChâteau La Grave Figeac converted to organic farming in 2009 under owner\/winemaker Laurent Clauzel. Located at the border of Saint-Emilion and Pomerol on sandy clay and gravel soils over the limestone, it's neighbors are Cheval Blanc and Figeac in Saint-Emilion and La Conseillante in Pomerol. The blend here is 65% Merlot and 35% Cabernet Franc with an average vine age of 45 years. The robe is a deep ruby hue. The nose offers elegant aromas of black raspberry, cassis, violets, a touch of leather, and loamy soil. The mid-weight palate has good concentration and lift, with ripe black fruit character, and fine-grained tannins carrying over on a long, succulent, layered finish. This displays the beautiful ripeness and lush fruit of the 2022 vintage but with surprising freshness, and is a deeply satisfying, classic St. Emilion. Delicious now, but possesses the balance to bode well for mid-term aging (say 7-10 ten years).  This should pair beautifully with roast lamb, hanger steak, or duck confit, though it wouldn't be out of place with tagine or mushroom risotto. La Grave Figeac continues to impress with their well-priced, organic St Emilion\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fruit of the Vines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46060049531105,"sku":"21515","price":38.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/3790\/6145\/files\/LaGraveFigeac2020Saint-EmilionGrandCru.jpg?v=1717181565"},{"product_id":"micalet-2020-haut-medoc","title":"Micalet 2020 Haut Medoc","description":"\u003cp\u003eChateau Micalet, with a few hectares in the commune of Lamarque was classified \"Cru Artisan\" by Feret in 1893.  Acquired by the Fedieu family in 1972 the estate was enlarged slightly, never using herbicides, and with a new generation the conversion to organic agriculture was started in 2006. The estate now has 10 hectares on deep beds of gravel, planted at 8,000 pieds\/hectare; the normal blend is 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 43% Merlot -  and 7% Petit Verdot,  a grape the Fedieus feel is particularly important. The grapes are harvested by hand and undergo a 3 to 4 week fermentation, the wine ages in barrique, 30% new. The nose on the Haut Medoc has dark plummy cassis fruit, with hints of vanilla and baking spice. Young leather notes and dark gravel tones as well. A little floral with dark violets and roses. The palate has deep, lush black cherry. Graphite and iron on the tongue give an earthy glimmer. Medium acid and soft tannin, but great density at its core and terriic length. Drink up - this is a sensational value for a very good Haut-Medoc!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fruit of the Vines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46301433659617,"sku":"23485","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/3790\/6145\/files\/ChateauMicalet2020HautMedoc-FB.jpg?v=1745600332"},{"product_id":"haut-bages-liberal-2018-pauillac","title":"Haut-Bages Libéral 2018 Pauillac","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Aptos, Aptos_EmbeddedFont, Aptos_MSFontService, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\" data-olk-copy-source=\"MailCompose\"\u003eNear Pichon-Lalande and across the road from Latour is Chateau Haut-Bages Libéral, a pioneer in regenerative agriculture in Pauillac. Under the direction of Claire Villars-Lurton the estate has been organic since 2012, with organic certification in 2019 and Biodynamic certification in 2021. \"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eNOW, TREES, HEDGES, FLOWERING FALLOWS, CEREALS AND NATURAL GRASSING ARE MIXED WITH THE VINES. THIS ECOSYSTEM ENCOURAGES THE DEVELOPMENT OF BIODIVERSITY, PROVIDES A NATURAL BALANCE FOR THE VINE AND GUARANTEES ITS RESILIENCE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e,\" says the estate in all caps! \"\u003cem\u003eDark, sweet and richly concentrated on the nose, with layers of black cherry skins, black pepper, graphite, tar and dried violets, rich yet it suggests a fresh and linear definition. The palate surprises with a little more plush 2018 texture than the nose had suggested I would find, filling out the midpalate with texture and substance, with layers of graphite, liquorice, black bean and dry currants. This is supported by a rich and generous wrapping of ripe tannins. This remains true to the Haut-Bages-Libéral style, but also seems to capture some of the ripeness, texture and structure of the vintage\u003c\/em\u003e.\" (Wine Doctor 2024 tasting)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Aptos, Aptos_EmbeddedFont, Aptos_MSFontService, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eThis is drinking beautifully now, but will benefit from long aeration or another 10 years in the cellar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Monsieur Touton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46321258037473,"sku":"015643671968","price":68.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/3790\/6145\/files\/haut-bages-liberal-00.jpg?v=1718804985"},{"product_id":"peybonhomme-2022-blaye-cotes-de-bordeaux-cru-bourgeois","title":"Peybonhomme 2022 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux Cru Bourgeois","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hubert family are owners of Chateau Peybonhomme-les-Tours in Blaye and Chateau La Grolet in Bourg. The farming here is among the best in Bordeaux, certified organic and biodynamic. The vineyards are a fantastic oasis of greenery compared to the rest of Bordeaux, and are located on slopes of clay over limestone giving the wines good concentration and firm minerality. From 70% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Malbec. Natural, wild yeast fermentations. Extraordinary quality here for the price. The 2022 Blaye Cotes du Bordeaux Cru Bourgeois is fuller-bodied than the excellent 2021, showing more density and ripeness in this very good vintage for Bordeaux. The wine shows blackberry, cassis and red currant aromas, pure and sapid with hints of coffee, prune and spice. The palate is supple and deep with blackberry fruit, chalky minerals and terrific length. Serve slightly cool with anything from roast chicken to steak and full-flavored cheeses.  Did we say this is a great value?  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fruit of the Vines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46587146993889,"sku":"25509","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/3790\/6145\/files\/Peybonhomme2021CoteBlaye.jpg?v=1714078480"},{"product_id":"cru-godard-2022-francs-cotes-de-bordeaux","title":"Cru Godard 2022 Francs Cotes de Bordeaux","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe lovely Chateau Cru Godard is 65% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc and 5% Malbec, certified organic since 2010. Harvested by hand, natural fermentation, and zero new oak. Château Cru Godard’s vines grow on southerly exposed hillsides adjacent to the Saint-Emilion appellation, geographically closer to Bergerac than to the city of Bordeaux. The wine is fermented by indigenous yeast in stainless steel tanks and is then matured 50% in tank and 50% in used barriques that have seen two passages. The nose offers aromas of sweet black fruits, tobacco, and cocoa. The mid-weight palate has soft flavors of black cherry, cassis, blackberry, and coffee framed by savory earth notes and fine-grained tannins. Just delicious and a great value!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Duclot Vinicole","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47295140462817,"sku":"3760174930042","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/3790\/6145\/files\/CruGodard.jpg?v=1769052527"},{"product_id":"domaine-de-chevalier-2019-pessac-leognan","title":"Domaine de Chevalier 2019 Pessac-Leognan","description":"\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Domaine de Chevalier located in Léognan, the Capital town of the Graves Region, has a long history. It appears on the famous map of Pierre de Belleyme in 1783. In 1983 the estate was purchased by the Bernard Family, and has been run ever since by Olivier Bernard who perpetuates that spirit of balance and the constant drive for perfection which have been the hallmark of this outstanding wine. Since 2021, the conversion to organic and biodynamic principles across all the vineyards managed by Domaine de Chevalier has been a decisive step on the path set out as early as 2010. The red Domaine de Chevalier, the flagship of the Pessac-Léognan appellation, belongs to the elite of the great classified growths of Bordeaux. \"2019: Intense, fresh and refined nose, of red and black fruits. The aromas of black cherry, blackberry and blueberry dominate in an atmosphere of pine forest, peppery and sweet spices at the same time. Dense, delicate, delicious and energetic palate. Magnificent finesse and concentration. Tense and elegant structure. Sweet flavors of ripe fruit are intense, salivating and accompanied by a gustatory complexity very typical of this cru. Humus, graphite and liquorice. Great overall freshness. Impeccable and harmonious balance between sweetness and vivacity\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\" \u003c\/em\u003eDrink now with a long decant or cellar 20 - 30 years, really a magnificent Bordeaux!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Duclot Vinicole","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47471993749729,"sku":"3760290642003","price":109.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/3790\/6145\/files\/Chevalier-15.jpg?v=1742830537"},{"product_id":"paloumey-2022-haut-medoc-cru-bourgeois-superieur","title":"Paloumey 2022 Haut-Médoc Cru Bourgeois Superieur","description":"\u003cp\u003eUnder the direction of \u003cb\u003ePierre Cazeneuve\u003c\/b\u003e the quality of wine made at \u003cb\u003eChâteau Paloumey\u003c\/b\u003e only seems to get better, and this was recognised when the estate, which had been awarded \u003ci\u003eCru Bourgeois Supérieur\u003c\/i\u003e status when the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewinedoctor.com\/regionalguides\/bordeauxclassificationscrubourgeois.shtml\"\u003eCru Bourgeois Classification\u003c\/a\u003e was reincarnated in 2020, was promoted to the rank of \u003ci\u003eCru Bourgeois Exceptionnel\u003c\/i\u003e in the 2025 reworking... this is unquestionably one of the best \u003ci\u003eCru Bourgeois\u003c\/i\u003e wines in existence. Chateau Paloumey converted to organic farming in 2016 and obtained certification for the 2019 vintage. The estate is also practicing agroforestry with rows of trees replacing rows of vines in many parcels.  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Monsieur Touton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47472145236193,"sku":"873964001020","price":33.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/3790\/6145\/files\/Paloumey22.jpg?v=1764052458"},{"product_id":"peybonhomme-2022-blaye-cotes-de-bordeaux-quintessence","title":"Peybonhomme 2022 Quintessence Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Quintessence of Peybonhomme is a selection of the best juice from tastings each year and is primarily Merlot with Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Malbec, a portion of which is aged in new oak. The 2022 is a beautiful and lively Bordeaux showing deep aromas of ripe cassis, blackberry, black cherry, cocoa, spice and earth. The palate is supple and ripe, lifted by cool acidity, with complex black fruits, earth and mineral flavors with a long finish. The wine broadens and gains complexity with time open so decant if possible. A versatile food wine, this beautifully balanced Bordeaux will accompany anything from roast chicken to pork dishes to steak. Put a few in your cellar for a mature experience, best 2026 to 2040.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fruit of the Vines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47621728403681,"sku":"28638","price":33.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/3790\/6145\/products\/Peybonhomme-20-Quintessen_95f5395b-915b-46b4-8bc2-966044697254.jpg?v=1709347995"},{"product_id":"clos-puy-arnaud-2022-castillon-cotes-de-bordeaux","title":"Clos Puy Arnaud 2022 Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eClos Puy Arnaud is located at an altitude of 90 to 100 meters on an extraordinary plateau terroir. It lies on limestone with starfish fossils mixed with a few limestone veins from Castillon, located in the East continuity of Saint-Emilion. Certified organic and Biodynamic. On opening it has a deep and powerful nose with dark cherry and some blueberry fruit, with subtle hints of violet and rose. There's an intense concentration but not particularly heavy on the palate, rather elegant but with a firm tannic backbone and great acidity that should allow for many years of aging. 5 years in the cellar, decanting or opening well in advance are recommended. A sensational Bordeaux value!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Twins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48010331980001,"sku":"3760219380610","price":31.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/3790\/6145\/files\/ClosPuyArnaud.1.jpg?v=1771869728"},{"product_id":"micalet-2023-haut-medoc-petit-verdot","title":"Micalet 2023 Haut Medoc Petit Verdot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003eOrganic since 2006, Chateau Micalet\u003c\/u\u003e now has 10 hectares on deep beds of gravel in the Haut-Medoc planted at 8,000 pieds\/hectare; the normal blend is 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 43% Merlot -  and 7% Petit Verdot, a grape the estate feels is particularly important\u003cstrong\u003e. In the 2023 vintage, Micalet produced a new cuvée from 100% Petit Verdot! \u003c\/strong\u003eThe wines shows a beautiful bright color and aromas of blackberry, boysenberry and stone. The palate is dense with sapid black fruits but remains fresh and light on its feet with only 11.5% alcohol and good acidity - just delicious! Enjoy it served cool with just about anything - a Bordeaux for BBQ!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fruit of the Vines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48043527307489,"sku":"30877","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"daugay-2022-saint-emilion-pavillon-daugay","title":"Daugay 2022 Saint-Emilion Pavillon Daugay","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe second wine of Chateau Daugay, the 2022 Pavillon (Saint-Emilion Grand Cru) is primarily Merlot and is aged only in old barrels, giving a luscious young wine for early drinking, best 2026 - 2030.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":null,"offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48602539327713,"sku":"33450","price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"daugay-2019-saint-emilion-grand-cru","title":"Daugay 2019 Saint-Emilion Grand Cru","description":"","brand":"Fruit of the Vines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48602561478881,"sku":"33451","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/3790\/6145\/files\/DaugaySaintemilionGC.jpg?v=1782760840"},{"product_id":"daugay-2024-piaf-saint-emilion-grand-cru","title":"Daugay 2024 Saint-Emilion Piaf","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 Chateau Daugay Saint-Emilion \"Piaf\" is a beautiful 100% Merlot done in whole-cluster fermentation, aged 50% in anfora, giving lovely bright blackberry aromas and pure, high-toned berry fruits on the palate, with a long lingering finish - serve cool this summer with anything off the grill and then enjoy over the next 3 to 5 years, lovely wine!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fruit of the Vines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48602580058337,"sku":"33452","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"daugay-2024-saint-emilion-piou","title":"Daugay 2024 Saint-Emilion Piou","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 Chateau Daugay Saint-Emilion \"Piou\" (no not pee-yew or P.U. but rather a reference to a small bird in French) is 100% Cabernet Franc, vinified with whole-clusters, semi-carbonic and aged in old wood. It's a delightful wine, supple and elegant with complex and sapid fruit and beautiful texture, really a pretty wine. Serve cool this summer and over the next 3 to 5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fruit of the Vines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48602582253793,"sku":"33453","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"daugay-2023-saint-emilion-rooj","title":"Daugay 2023 Saint-Emilion Rooj","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 Chateau Daugay Saint-Emilion Grand Cru \"Rooj\" is made from equal parts Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, vinified with semi-carbonic whole cluster fermentation. The wine shows lovely red and black fruits, a ripe supple palate and a beautiful chalky texture from the \"crasse de fer\" soils. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fruit of the Vines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48602585792737,"sku":"33454","price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"planquette-2023-vin-de-france-medoc","title":"Planquette 2023 Vin de France (Medoc)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDidier Michaud created \"Planquette,\" one of the most unique domains in Bordeaux on 1.7 hectares in the Medoc with 30 to 100 year-old vines on limestone with thin soils of clay with sand and stones.  The estate has old vines of Merlot Queue Rouge and massale selection Cabernet Sauvignon, farmed organically with just a little compost and shallow plowing. Vinification with wild yeasts, no extraction and zero added sulfur. \u003cspan class=\"PBLongTxt PBItemDesc ng-scope ng-isolate-scope c-app-product-tabs c-app-product-tabs--tabs c-app-product-tabs--horizontal c-app-product-tabs--left\" itemprop=\"description\" target-of=\"appProductTabs\" app-product-tabs=\"\" template=\"tabs\" default-texts='[\"Description\",\"Onglet #n\"]' first-opened=\"true\" max-opened=\"1\" add-reviews=\"1\" add-aggregate-rating=\"true\" css-modifier=\"horizontal left\" import-list=\"[]\" include-all-reviews=\"0\" restrict-page-builder-tabs-class=\"\" offset-top-elem=\"#headerarea\" description=\"description\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-scope\"\u003e85% aged in barrels (none new) for 14 months and 15% in amphora\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. This is one of the most \"natural\" and deliciously old-fashioned wines of Bordeaux. During the 2021 vintage Didier was forced to retire due to health issues and the estate was taken over by two capable and experienced winemakers, Blandine Prévot et Jérémy Borde. The 2022 shows very ripe cassis and blackberry aromas with licorice, violet, bitter chocolate and earth. The palate is dense, deep and velvety, with black fruit liqueur, earth and mineral flavors. The mid-palate is elegant with a core of chalky black fruit and minerals that continues in the long finish. This is a beautiful Bordeaux of terroir, unfettered by additives, over-extraction or new oak, showing lovely flavors of fruit and earth and perfect balance despite the weight and ripeness of the vintage. This is a delightful, natural Bordeaux at a crazy price - serve cool and decant if drinking now and put a case away for five to ten years as well...\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fruit of the Vines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48603468398817,"sku":"33456","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/3790\/6145\/files\/Planquette2022.jpg?v=1758976826"},{"product_id":"ferriere-2018-margaux-3eme-grand-cru-classe","title":"Ferriere 2018 Margaux 3eme Grand Cru Classé","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"Chateau Ferrière was certified organic in 2015 and biodynamic in 2018.  It is one of the rare Classified Growths to be biodynamic certified, not only in its vineyard, but also in the cellar. Ferrière develops its own wild yeast starter culture, avoids any input during vinification and limits the addition of sulfur to the strict minimum. 20% of the wine is aged in small ovoid concrete vats, developed by the property in 2012, and the biggest part of the ageing takes place in oak barrels. Born of this approach are wines that are more mineral, fresh and vibrant that fully express the terroir, without embellishment nor artifice. Château Ferriere 2018, is a superb wine, with a beautiful muscular intensity. A texture that remains very silky, with round and integrated tannins. A beautiful vivacity on the attack.\" In other words, a great Margaux but a long decant is advised if drinking now...\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Duclot Vinicole","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48603624997089,"sku":"33458","price":74.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/3790\/6145\/files\/Ferriere2016Margaux.jpg?v=1713289230"}],"url":"https:\/\/chambersstwines.com\/collections\/summertime-st-emilion-and-dozens-more-medoc-to-graves-and-beyond.oembed","provider":"Chambers Street Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}