Catalog
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Second wine of Ducru-Beaucaillou. As for the other wines made by Bruno Borie (Le Petit Ducru and Ducru-Beaucaillou), La Croix Ducru-Beaucaillou has considerably progressed since 2003 to the point of becoming a direct rival of the 3rd/4th classified growths of St-Julien. Moreover, it now benefits from a contribution of vines purchased from Château Terrey-Gros-Cailloux.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 5 to 10 years
- Apogée:
- 2028-2042
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Second wine of Ducru-Beaucaillou. As for the other wines made by Bruno Borie (Le Petit Ducru and Ducru-Beaucaillou), La Croix Ducru-Beaucaillou has considerably progressed since 2003 to the point of becoming a direct rival of the 3rd/4th classified growths of St-Julien. Moreover, it now benefits from a contribution of vines purchased from Château Terrey-Gros-Cailloux.
The 2021 vintage in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2025): 93/100 Coup de ♥ “La Croix assumes itself as the second wine, even though it's based on a dedicated plot. Built around Cabernets, it is straightforward, savory and sapid, with superb volume and integrated tannins on the palate.”
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- Wait 1 to 2 years
- Apogée:
- 2028-2042
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Second wine of Ducru-Beaucaillou. As for the other wines made by Bruno Borie (Le Petit Ducru and Ducru-Beaucaillou), La Croix Ducru-Beaucaillou has considerably progressed since 2003 to the point of becoming a direct rival of the 3rd/4th classified growths of St-Julien. Moreover, it now benefits from a contribution of vines purchased from Château Terrey-Gros-Cailloux.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 1 to 2 years
- Apogée:
- 2025-2040
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Always black with ink, always deliciously fat and sweet, always St-Julien and above all always regular. Supervised by Mr. Derenoncourt since 2009, Talbot has gained in intensity and aromatic precision.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 5 to 10 years
- Apogée:
- 2022-2036
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Always black with ink, always deliciously fat and sweet, always St-Julien and above all always regular. Supervised by Mr. Derenoncourt since 2009, Talbot has gained in intensity and aromatic precision.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 5 to 10 years
- Apogée:
- 2022-2036
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Always black with ink, always deliciously fat and sweet, always St-Julien and above all always regular. Supervised by Mr. Derenoncourt since 2009, Talbot has gained in intensity and aromatic precision.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2022-2036
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Always black with ink, always deliciously fat and sweet, always St-Julien and above all always regular. Supervised by Mr. Derenoncourt since 2009, Talbot has gained in intensity and aromatic precision.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2023-2035
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Saint-Pierre's obvious progress since 2003 now places it as a great rival to its peers in Saint-Julien, even surpassing them in depth of flesh. Magnificent in recent vintages, such as the 2019 rated 95/100 by the Revue des Vins de France "Great success" or the 2020 rated 96/100 "one of the most accomplished and refined ever".
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 3 to 5 years
- Apogée:
- 2028-2042
- Organic certification:
- 2024
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Saint-Pierre's obvious progress since 2003 now places it as a great rival to its peers in Saint-Julien, even surpassing them in depth of flesh. Magnificent in recent vintages, such as the 2019 rated 95/100 by the Revue des Vins de France "Great success" or the 2020 rated 96/100 "one of the most accomplished and refined ever".
The 2021 vintage in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2025): 94/100 “The vintage continues to surprise us with its new style, much more defined and precise, closer to the fruit. This 2021 is juicy and sapid on the palate, all fruit, with caressing tannins on the finish.”
J.M Quarin (February 2024): 94/100
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 3 to 5 years
- Apogée:
- 2028-2042
- Organic certification:
- 2024
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Saint-Pierre's obvious progress since 2003 now places it as a great rival to its peers in Saint-Julien, even surpassing them in depth of flesh. Magnificent in recent vintages, such as the 2019 rated 95/100 by the Revue des Vins de France "Great success" or the 2020 rated 96/100 "one of the most accomplished and refined ever".
The 2020 vintage is rated 95/100 by La Revue du Vin de France "This 2020 lives up to all its promises, with a straightforward palate, a little tight, but promising, which stretches well over fine tannins. A Saint Julien that is perfectly defined and poised." (December 2022)
Rated 95/100 by Jean-Marc Quarin "Beautiful dark red with purple highlights. Bright nuances. Very aromatic nose, fine, fruity, suave. Smoky touch. Meticulous on the entry, fragrant in the middle, with a present body and a fine touch, the wine progresses on floral and fresh nuances. It bounces back on the finish, velvety, long, sappy and with no tannic angle. A lovely, gentle finish" (March 2023).
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 3 to 5 years
- Apogée:
- 2028-2042
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Saint-Pierre's obvious progress since 2003 now places it as a great rival to its peers in Saint-Julien, even surpassing them in depth of flesh. Magnificent in recent vintages, such as the 2019 rated 95/100 by the Revue des Vins de France "Great success" or the 2020 rated 96/100 "one of the most accomplished and refined ever".
The 2019 vintage in the press:
Vinous (N. Martin - February 2022): 95/100 “The palate is medium-bodied, dense and saline, with sappy black fruit, fine acidity and hints of black olive lending complexity on the persistent finish. A great Saint-Julien."
La Revue du Vin de France (September 2022): 95/100 “Elegant 2019, with a creamy texture and a melted, harmonious finish.”
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 3 to 5 years
- Apogée:
- 2028-2040
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Saint-Pierre's obvious progress since 2003 now places it as a great rival to its peers in Saint-Julien, even surpassing them in depth of flesh. Magnificent in recent vintages, such as the 2019 rated 95/100 by the Revue des Vins de France "Great success" or the 2020 rated 96/100 "one of the most accomplished and refined ever".
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 3 to 5 years
- Apogée:
- 2028-2042
- Potential alcohol:
- 14.5%
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Saint-Pierre's obvious progress since 2003 now places it as a great rival to its peers in Saint-Julien, even surpassing them in depth of flesh. Magnificent in recent vintages, such as the 2019 rated 95/100 by the Revue des Vins de France "Great success" or the 2020 rated 96/100 "one of the most accomplished and refined ever".
The 2017 vintage in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2021): Coup de ♥ 94/100
Vinous (A. Galloni - March 2020): 95/100 “Just as it was in barrel, the 2017 Saint-Pierre is strikingly beautiful. Aromas of dark berries, plum, graphite, spice, new leather, licorice and smoke give the 2017 plenty of character. Enthusiasts will appreciate an intense, unctuous Saint-Julien brimming with personality. As always, Saint-Pierre is a deep, full-bodied Saint-Julien that represents the more virile side of the appellation.”
Vinous (N. Martin - February 2020): 93/100 “Saint-Pierre 2017 has a very intense bouquet with aromas of black cherry, blueberry and violet, in a style quite similar to Margaux. It is floral and seductive, with wonderful definition and concentration. The palate is medium-bodied, with supple tannins and fine, harmonious acidity, blossoming nicely into a caressing, delicate finish. this is a superb Saint-Pierre that can be drunk for over 20 years.”
J-M Quarin (October 2020): 93/100 “Caressing on the attack, juicy on development, then airy and very tasty, the wine stands out on the finish, very persistent, full of charm and unapproachable.”
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 1 to 2 years
- Apogée:
- 2025-2037
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Saint-Pierre's obvious progress since 2003 now places it as a great rival to its peers in Saint-Julien, even surpassing them in depth of flesh. Magnificent in recent vintages, such as the 2019 rated 95/100 by the Revue des Vins de France "Great success" or the 2020 rated 96/100 "one of the most accomplished and refined ever".
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2023-2040
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Saint-Pierre's obvious progress since 2003 now places it as a great rival to its peers in Saint-Julien, even surpassing them in depth of flesh. Magnificent in recent vintages, such as the 2019 rated 95/100 by the Revue des Vins de France "Great success" or the 2020 rated 96/100 "one of the most accomplished and refined ever".
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 1 to 2 years
- Apogée:
- 2025-2038
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Since its purchase by Mr. Maroteaux, Branaire-Ducru has made rapid progress, as did the construction of the new winery, which allows it to work only by gravity, without a pump that could "chew" the wines. Branaire-Ducru is the leader of the appellation's 3-4ème crus classés (Lagrange, Talbot, Beychevelle, Saint-Pierre) and certainly the finest of them.
The 2020 vintage in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2024): 95/100 “This is a very pretty classic, well designed and very refined. Straightforward and precise on the palate, supported by fresh fruit, with good length and style. A fine affair that will evolve well, just like its predecessors, the lovely 2019 and 2018, also highly recommendable.”
Vinous (N. Martin - January 2024): 93/100 “The 2020 Branaire Ducru has an open, more forward bouquet than its peers—just a touch of mint infusing the red berry fruit, later developing hints of India ink and pressed violet. The palate is medium-bodied with fine, sappy tannins.”
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 5 to 10 years
- Apogée:
- 2028-2042
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Since its purchase by Mr. Maroteaux, Branaire-Ducru has made rapid progress, as did the construction of the new winery, which allows it to work only by gravity, without a pump that could "chew" the wines. Branaire-Ducru is the leader of the appellation's 3-4ème crus classés (Lagrange, Talbot, Beychevelle, Saint-Pierre) and certainly the finest of them.
Rated 18,5 en 2016 by la Revue du Vin de France.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2023-2038
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Since its purchase by Mr. Maroteaux, Branaire-Ducru has made rapid progress, as did the construction of the new winery, which allows it to work only by gravity, without a pump that could "chew" the wines. Branaire-Ducru is the leader of the appellation's 3-4ème crus classés (Lagrange, Talbot, Beychevelle, Saint-Pierre) and certainly the finest of them.
The 2014 vintage in the press:
J-M Quarin (March 2017): 94/100 “Beautiful, dark, intense color. Very aromatic nose, with fresh, ripe fruit. Slender and suave on the palate from the outset, tasty and delicately fatty in the middle. It evolves with great taste towards great length, without any tannic angle. Very good.”
Vinous (N.Martin - February 2024): 91/100 “The 2014 Branaire-Ducru has a ‘calmer’ bouquet than its peers, a little muted at first, though well-defined with mainly black tertiary fruits mixed with tobacco. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins.”
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 1 to 2 years
- Apogée:
- 2023-2038
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Of all the second classified growths in St-Julien, Gruaud-Larose is the most vigorous and massive in young wine. But, the magic of the terroir, it acquires softness and finesse if it is given time to age. Its quality/price ratio puts it ahead of the other second classified growths of St-Julien!
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2030-2048
- Organic certification:
- 2022
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Of all the second classified growths in St-Julien, Gruaud-Larose is the most vigorous and massive in young wine. But, the magic of the terroir, it acquires softness and finesse if it is given time to age. Its quality/price ratio puts it ahead of the other second classified growths of St-Julien!
The 2020 vintage in the press:
J.M Quarin (February 2024) : 94/100
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 5 to 10 years
- Apogée:
- 2030-2048
- Organic certification:
- 2022
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Of all the second classified growths in St-Julien, Gruaud-Larose is the most vigorous and massive in young wine. But, the magic of the terroir, it acquires softness and finesse if it is given time to age. Its quality/price ratio puts it ahead of the other second classified growths of St-Julien!
The 2020 vintage in the press:
Bettane et Desseauve (Guide 2024): 96/100
J-M Quarin (Octobre 2023): 96/100 “Soft on entry, very aromatic in the middle, accompanied by a refined touch, the wine develops deliciously, offering great unity in the stimulation of all parts of the mouth. Noble, it melts on the palate, with a hint of licorice. It's unstoppable."
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 5 to 10 years
- Apogée:
- 2030-2045
- Organic certification:
- 2022
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Of all the second classified growths in St-Julien, Gruaud-Larose is the most vigorous and massive in young wine. But, the magic of the terroir, it acquires softness and finesse if it is given time to age. Its quality/price ratio puts it ahead of the other second classified growths of St-Julien!
The 2019 vintage in the press:
Bettane et Desseauve (Guide 2024): 96/100
Vinous (N. Martin - February 2023): 96/100 “The palate is medium-bodied with a succulent entry, sweeter than expected but not too sweet, licorice and touches of black pepper furnishing the long, rather decadent finish.”
J-M Quarin (October 2023): 96/100 “Minutious on the entry, particularly perfumed in the middle, with taste and a permanent mellowness in the finish, the wine develops in a complex way. Its body lengthens between the middle and the finish, while the flavors bounce back. Delicious, long, present and airy at the same time. I'm impressed by the potential of this terroir."
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 5 to 10 years
- Apogée:
- 2030-2042
- Organic certification:
- 2022
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Of all the second classified growths in St-Julien, Gruaud-Larose is the most vigorous and massive in young wine. But, the magic of the terroir, it acquires softness and finesse if it is given time to age. Its quality/price ratio puts it ahead of the other second classified growths of St-Julien!
The 2019 vintage in the press:
Bettane et Desseauve (Guide 2024): 96/100
Vinous (N. Martin - February 2023): 96/100 “The palate is medium-bodied with a succulent entry, sweeter than expected but not too sweet, licorice and touches of black pepper furnishing the long, rather decadent finish.”
J-M Quarin (October 2023): 96/100 “Minutious on the entry, particularly perfumed in the middle, with taste and a permanent mellowness in the finish, the wine develops in a complex way. Its body lengthens between the middle and the finish, while the flavors bounce back. Delicious, long, present and airy at the same time. I'm impressed by the potential of this terroir."
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 5 to 10 years
- Apogée:
- 2030-2042
- Organic certification:
- 2022
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Of all the second classified growths in St-Julien, Gruaud-Larose is the most vigorous and massive in young wine. But, the magic of the terroir, it acquires softness and finesse if it is given time to age. Its quality/price ratio puts it ahead of the other second classified growths of St-Julien!
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 3 to 5 years
- Apogée:
- 2028-2042
- Potential alcohol:
- 13%
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Of all the second classified growths in St-Julien, Gruaud-Larose is the most vigorous and massive in young wine. But, the magic of the terroir, it acquires softness and finesse if it is given time to age. Its quality/price ratio puts it ahead of the other second classified growths of St-Julien!
The 2015 vintage in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France: 18/20 “The purest, most precise Gruaud we know. Enormous potential !”
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 1 to 2 years
- Apogée:
- 2025-2040
- Potential alcohol:
- 13%
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Emblematic cru of the Médoc by its architecture as well as by the delicacy of its wines, internationally sought-after. Beychevelle has taken another step up in finesse and aromatic precision with the commissioning in 2018 of its new vat room, and is now on first-name terms with the commune's second growths.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 3 to 5 years
- Apogée:
- 2025-2040
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Emblematic cru of the Médoc by its architecture as well as by the delicacy of its wines, internationally sought-after. Beychevelle has taken another step up in finesse and aromatic precision with the commissioning in 2018 of its new vat room, and is now on first-name terms with the commune's second growths.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 3 to 5 years
- Apogée:
- 2025-2040
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Emblematic cru of the Médoc by its architecture as well as by the delicacy of its wines, internationally sought-after. Beychevelle has taken another step up in finesse and aromatic precision with the commissioning in 2018 of its new vat room, and is now on first-name terms with the commune's second growths.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 1 to 2 years
- Apogée:
- 2025-2040
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Emblematic cru of the Médoc by its architecture as well as by the delicacy of its wines, internationally sought-after. Beychevelle has taken another step up in finesse and aromatic precision with the commissioning in 2018 of its new vat room, and is now on first-name terms with the commune's second growths.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2020-2033
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With the help of Michel Rolland, Léoville-Poyferré has gained in depth since 1993, voluptuousness of texture and ability to age. It is now approaching the quality of its prestigious neighbours in which it is landlocked: Léoville-Las Cases and Pichon-Lalande. The competition between the three Léoville is intense but Léoville-Poyferré now prevails with an easier, more voluptuous approach, and a superior quality/price/pleasure ratio.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 3 to 5 years