Discover the true essence of Bordeaux with this expertly curated collection from the esteemed Xavier Milhade family. This six-bottle selection features an array of reds from their renowned estates, each showcasing the elegance, balance, and complexity that define the region. From silky Saint-Émilion to bold Bordeaux Supérieur, these wines offer a taste of tradition and craftsmanship, passed down through generations. Perfect for savoring with meals or sharing with fellow wine enthusiasts, this collection is a tribute to Bordeaux's enduring legacy and the artistry of Xavier Milhade.
1 x Chateau La Croix Guillotin Puisseguin Saint Emilion 2021 - Bordeaux, France
Silver - Concours General Agricole Paris (2015 vintage) Silver - Concours Mondial de Bruxelles (2014 vintage) Silver - Concours General Agricole Paris (2014 vintage)
Organic
James Suckling "Linear and tight with black-cherry and blueberry character. Medium body, firm and silky tannins and a flavorful finish. Nicely crafted for this appellation." (2016 vintage)
Wine Enthusiast "...his is a rich wine in every way. Lush black fruits, smooth tannins and a bold structure combine to exude power and density." (2016 vintage)
Château Guillotin wines have been blended and then bottled using the un-oaked part of our production, then aged in Inox stainless steel vats.
They are therefore fruitier by nature, when younger they are full with red fruits, lively in the mouth with juicy fresh tannins. The older vintages are more complex in structure with black fruits (cherry, plum…) predominant, they also have drier silkier tannins.
Château Guillotin has a long-standing winemaking tradition dating back to 1730, passed down through generations. Its original label features organic red wines known for their full-bodied, fruity character with rich red forest fruit notes. A special selection, honouring the estate’s founders Chevalier and Daviaud, is matured in new French oak barrels, giving it a mellow, oaky flavour and accounting for about a fifth of total production. The Saint-Émilion region, where the estate is located, gained prominence in the 18th century during the Enlightenment, with its wines valued for their quality, ageing potential, and suitability for transport—driven by innovations introduced by visionary winegrowers of the time.
The family estate extends on more than ten hectares over Montagne Saint-Émilion and Puisseguin Saint-Émilion AOC. Facing South/South-East, the hillside vineyard has benefited from the care of the Richard-Nicoletti family. Respectful of nature, the cultivation practices chosen by Julien Richard (3rd generation) tend towards a single goal : to respect the biodiversity of the soil and the environment in order to harvest healthy grapes and produce quality wine. The vineyard has been certified organic since 2023. After a strict selection and meticulous work in the vineyard, the fruits are picked by hand and sorted twice. Part of the wine is aged in oak barrels for about 12 months. The result is a gourmet wine with an assertive character that elegantly expresses the power of the terroir.
The Puisseguin-Saint-Émilion Appellation, established in 1936, sits at the highest elevation (89 m) in the Saint-Émilion region. Its south and southeast exposure creates ideal conditions for ripening grapes. The hilly terrain features clay-limestone soils over rock, allowing vines to absorb essential nutrients and thrive even during hot, dry summers.
1 x Chateau au Pont de Guitres Lalande de Pomerol 2020 - Bordeaux, France
91/100 Wine Enthusiast (2018 vintage)
1 Star - Le Guide Hachette des Vins
Silver - Challenge International du Vin Gold - Challenge International du Vin (2019 vintage) Gold - Concours de Bordeaux Vins d'Aquitaine Gold - Challenge International du Vin (2018 vintage)
Wine Enthusiast "This generous, powerful wine is packed with great fruit. Jammy Merlot with swathes of blackberry flavors is structured with tannins. With its licorice touches at the end and dark tannins, the wine needs time." (2018 vintage)
Winemaker "Garnet in colour Château Pont de Guîtres Lalande de Pomerol offers a wonderful aromatic nose full of vibrant red and black fruity notes, underpinned by a hint of spice. Silky and beautifully balanced on the palate with concentrated fruit flavours leading to a long, appealing finish."
Château au Pont de Guitres, situated on the highest limestone plateau of Lalande de Pomerol, is part of Vignobles Rousselot, a family-run estate producing Fronsac and Lalande de Pomerol. The Chateau comprises four hectares with 80% Merlot et 20% Cabernet Franc plantings. Over the years, the estate has been handed down from generation to generation, increasing in size, modernizing wine-making techniques and following sustainable practices. Each plot is vinified separately according to soil, yield, vine age and grape variety. Once picked, the grapes are sorted mechanically and by hand to ensure a rigorous selection and are transferred to temperature-controlled stainless steel vats. The wine then spends 12 months in French oak barrels (two to four years). Château Pont de Guîtres offers a very aromatic nose full of vibrant red and black berry notes, underpinned by a hint of spice. Silky and beautifully balanced on the palate with concentrated fruit flavours leading to a long, appealing finish.
Located on the best terroirs of the Lalande-de-Pomerol appellation, the plots are situated on sandy gravelly clay soils, which produce wines with good ageing potential. The vines, which have an average age of 15 years, are planted at a density of 5,500 vines per hectare and yield 48 hectolitres per hectare. They are pruned according to traditional Bordeaux methods. The vineyard is cultivated according to la lutte raisonnée, which promotes sustainable agricultural methods and reduces the amount of chemicals, in order to respect the land and its environment. Harvesting takes place when the grapes have reached optimal maturity.
1 x Baron Boutisse Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2019 - Bordeaux, France
94/100 James Suckling 94/100 James Suckling (2018 vintage)
Gold - Berlin Wine Trophy (2018 vintage) Gold - Gilbert & Gaillard (2018 vintage) Gold - Sakura Awards (2018 vintage) Silver - Concours General Agricole Paris (2017 vintage)
James Suckling "Perfumed nose of dried violets, dark plums, licorice, bark and chocolate orange. It’s medium-bodied with fine, supple tannins and fresh acidity. Nicely spiced with a fresh, vibrant finish. Builds at the end. Merlot, cabernet franc, cabernet sauvignon and carmenere."
James Suckling "Aromas of currants, blackberries, black cherries and fresh flowers follow through to a full body with super integrated, polished tannins and an intense mineral and salty character at the end. Such beauty." (2018 vintage)
Winemaker "The 2019 Baron is elegant and balanced, with a classic style. There's a good freshness and volume on the palate, typical of great Saint-Emilion vintages. On the palate, this wine expresses notes of blackcurrant, tangy blackberry, and slight raspberry notes combined with hints of juicy plum. Freshness on the finish."
Baron de Boutisse is a parcel selection from the Coteau des Bardes, part of the family-owned estate, Château Boutisse.
Château Boutisse was acquired in 1996 by the Milhade family, winegrowers in the Libournais since 1938. This 25-hectare estate lies on the unique clay-limestone plateau of Saint-Émilion, the crown jewel of the family’s vineyards. Today, the new generation—Marc and Elodie, children of Xavier—continue to develop the estate both in terms of quality and commercial reach, while staying true to traditional values.
Located at the heart of the Saint-Emilion wine region, in the commune of Saint Christophe des Bardes, Château Boutisse’s 25 hectares are planted as a single plot on the unique clay and limestone plateau on which all the greatest Saint-Emilion Grands Crus are produced. Château Boutisse has been ranked Grand Cru Classé since 2022. The château, which was bought in 1996 by Xavier Milhade, is considered the most precious jewel in the family’s collection and is now run by Marc Milhade. Since 2005, major projects have been under way to achieve a level of quality worthy of the greatest Saint-Emilion wines. Marc also focussed on sustainability using growing methods, equipment and facilities that are more respectful of the environment. The vineyard has been certified High Environmental value (HVE3) since 2018 and has started its organic viticulture conversion in 2020. The grapes are picked by hand, then very carefully sorted, vinified in small stainless steel tanks for gentle, precise extraction and then matured in French oak for twelve to fifteen months. Baron de Boutisse is a plot selection of the Chateau de Boutisse vineyard.
1 x Comte de Senejac Haut-Medoc 2018 - Bordeaux, France
Gold - Berliner Wine Trophy Bronze - Decanter World Wine Awards (2014 vintage) Commended - Sommelier Wine Awards (2014 vintage) Gold - Lyon International Wine Competition (2012 vintage) Silver - Concours des Feminalise (2012 vintage)
Winemaker "A true showcase for the Château, Comte de Sénéjac is made from the estate's young vines and carefully selected plots. It has a greedy nose with notes of red and black fruit. On the palate, a fine tannic structure perfectly balances the whole. Fine toasted cocoa aromas underline the quality of the ageing process. Comte de Sénéjac is a flavousome wine to be enjoyed young."
The Sénéjac vineyard lies on a plateau overlooking the commune of Le Pian-Médoc. A former barony, its first known owner was Nicolas de Bloys in the 16th century. In 1999, the estate was given fresh momentum with its acquisition by Lorraine Cordier, also owner of Château Talbot, a Grand Cru Classé of Saint-Julien, with the ambition of raising Sénéjac to the level of the Médoc’s finest wines.
Following her passing, the estate is now run by her sister, Nancy Bignon-Cordier, and the Cordier family.
Château Sénéjac is located in the Haut-Médoc, halfway between Margaux and Bordeaux. With a history dating back to the 16th century, this magnificent estate is now managed by the descendants of Lorraine Cordier, who used to own Grand Cru Classé Château Talbot in Saint Julien. Château Sénéjac covers 150 hectares, of which 41 hectares are planted with vines producing red wines only. Planted on clay-gravel hillsides, the vineyard has 35 years old vines on average with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot plantings. This blend is then matured in carefully selected French oak barrels. After 12 to 14 months of ageing in wood (of which 30% in new barrels), the wine is bottled. The château is certified High Environmental Value. Comte de Sénéjac is the second wine of Château Sénéjac with intense aromas of red and black fruits, complemented by hints of cacao. Beautifully balanced with silky tannins and roasted notes on the finish.
1 x Chateau Tour Bayard Montagne Saint Emilion 2021 - Bordeaux, France
90/100 James Suckling 15.5/20 VertdeVin Bronze - CellarTracker Bronze - Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider Commended - The Wine Independent 92/100 James Suckling (2020 vintage) 91/100 Wine Enthusiast (2020 vintage) 90/100 Green of Wine (2020 vintage) 90/100 The Wine Independent (2020 vintage) Bronze - CellarTracker (2020 vintage) Bronze - Andreas Larsson - Tasted (2020 vintage)
2 Stars - The Hachette Wine Guide (2020 vintage)
Bronze - Decanter World Wine Awards (2020 vintage)
James Suckling "Notes of walnuts, plums, mocha and licorice. It’s medium-bodied, chewy and firm. Remains chewy at the end."
VertdeVin "The nose is elegant, revealing volume, elegance, definition, fine grain and an airiness in its power/small richness. There are notes of pulpy blackberry, pulpy raspberry and more lightly crushed berries combined with touches of fresh vanilla and a subtle hint of star anise. The palate is fruity and offers minerality, a juicy/acidic backbone, good definition, a certain gourmandize, elegance, a nice balance, freshness, a good finesse of the guideline as well as a fine stretch. On the palate this wine expresses juicy/pulpy boysenberry, pulpy/acidic raspberry and more lightly fresh/juicy cherry notes combined with touches of blueberry, nutmeg, fine hints of liquorice, vanilla, a discreet seriousness and a very discreet hint of pepper and a subtle hint of dark chocolate (in the background). Good length. The tannins are precise and mellow. Good persistence."
Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider "Soft, round and plummy, with a touch minerality that adds complexity on the palate, the wine ends with red plums on the backend. "
James Suckling "Notes of ripe dark fruit, toasted walnut, chocolate and grilled herbs. Some wet earth and graphite, too. Medium- to full-bodied with chewy tannins and a plush, velvety mouth-feel. Shows depth to the fruit character. Firm finish." (2020 vintage)
Wine Enthusiast "Soft, supple, creamy and sweet, with a touch of savory herbs on the back end, you also find plenty of black raspberries, olives, cherries and coffee beans to keep you busy." (2020 vintage)
Andreas Larsson - Tasted "Ripe dark fruit, wild berry notes, dense tannin, youthful and grippy, rather dense fruit as well with some herbaceous flavors, mild oak and a rather long finish." (2020 vintage)
Green of Wine "The nose is spicy and offers a certain power, intensity as well as a precise and frank grain. Currently the wine benefits from being decanted. It reveals notes of wild blackberry, cardamom and small notes of camphor associated with touches of roasted small black fruits, hints of clove as well as a subtle hint of violet and pepper. The palate is fruity and offers accuracy, a mineral frame, good definition as well as tension. On the palate this wine expresses notes of juicy/pulpy blackberry, violet and small notes of roasted small red berries associated with a touch of crushed small black fruits, zan as well as hints of chocolate, vanilla and a fine hint of sweet blond tobacco." (2020 vintage)
Chateau Tour Bayard is on two Saint-Emilion satellite appellations: 15 hectares in Montagne Saint-Emilion and 10 hectares in Puisseguin Saint-Emilion. The vineyards are planted on magnificent clay and limestone slopes planted with 80% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc and 5% Malbec. Julien Richard took over from his mother Fanny in 2012 and has since been working to protect the estate’s biodiversity using the know-how that he inherited from his grandfather Angelo Nicoletti. Since 1956 the successive generations have made every effort to give priority to the terroir without using any herbicides. Since 2018, the vineyard is certified HEV3 (High Environmental Value), is harvested by hand and is now in conversion to organic farming.
1 x Chateau Montcabrier Bordeaux Superieur Rouge 2018 - Bordeaux, France
Bronze - Wine Enthusiast (2014 vintage)
Bronze - Sommelier Wine Awards (2017 vintage) Commended - International Wine Challenge (2016 vintage) Gold - Concours de Bordeaux Vin d'Aqquitaine (2015 vintage) Gold - Lyon International Wine Competition (2014 vintage) Silver - Concours de Bordeaux Vin d'Aqquitaine (2014 vintage)
Sommelier Wine Awards "'Herbaceous, with fresh red fruits on the nose too, leading to a palate showing white pepper and delicate spices.' Gaetano Giangaspero, C&C. 'Leather and older fruit, with some savoury mushroom notes - easy Old World claret that ticks a few boxes.' Jade Koch, team leader. 'Tea leaves, red berries and a hint of iron.' Filippo Pastorini, consultant." 2017 vintage)
Wine Enthusiast "The wine is firm with a dry core of tannins and a dark structure. With a juicy edge of black-currant fruit, it also has good potential and richness." (2014 vintage)
Château Montcabrier is a plot selection from the Milhade family estate, Château Recougne, located on the right bank of Bordeaux, in the Fronsadais. This property has produced wine for more than 400 years, and has always been recognized for producing outstanding wine. Its name is said to have come from French King Henri IV, in “recognition” (‘recougne’) of the quality of its wine. The Milhade family purchased the property in the mid 1930s, and Château Recougne has become their flagship estate, producing quintessential Bordeaux each vintage. The work done over several generations has positioned Château Recougne as one of the key estates for Bordeaux Supérieur Red wines. The Château Montcabrier’s grapes, harvested and vinified separately from Chateau Recougne, come predominantly from clay and sandy soils and offer a refined style dominated by the freshness of fruits.
Merlot is best suited to the gravelly clay terroir and is the majority planting here, comprising about 80% of the vineyard, complemented by equal parts of both Cabernets. The parcels set aside for Moncabrier include those planted on marley clay, with less gravel, and younger vines throughout the estate. The Milhades employ environmentally friendly viticultural techniques, minimal spraying, low yields through green harvesting, and excellent canopy management.
Discover the true essence of Bordeaux with this expertly curated collection from the esteemed Xavier Milhade family. This six-bottle selection features an array of reds from their renowned estates, each showcasing the elegance, balance, and complexity that define the region. From silky Saint-Émilion to bold Bordeaux Supérieur, these wines offer a taste of tradition and craftsmanship, passed down through generations. Perfect for savoring with meals or sharing with fellow wine enthusiasts, this collection is a tribute to Bordeaux's enduring legacy and the artistry of Xavier Milhade.
1 x Chateau La Croix Guillotin Puisseguin Saint Emilion 2021 - Bordeaux, France
Silver - Concours General Agricole Paris (2015 vintage) Silver - Concours Mondial de Bruxelles (2014 vintage) Silver - Concours General Agricole Paris (2014 vintage)
Organic
James Suckling "Linear and tight with black-cherry and blueberry character. Medium body, firm and silky tannins and a flavorful finish. Nicely crafted for this appellation." (2016 vintage)
Wine Enthusiast "...his is a rich wine in every way. Lush black fruits, smooth tannins and a bold structure combine to exude power and density." (2016 vintage)
Château Guillotin wines have been blended and then bottled using the un-oaked part of our production, then aged in Inox stainless steel vats.
They are therefore fruitier by nature, when younger they are full with red fruits, lively in the mouth with juicy fresh tannins. The older vintages are more complex in structure with black fruits (cherry, plum…) predominant, they also have drier silkier tannins.
Château Guillotin has a long-standing winemaking tradition dating back to 1730, passed down through generations. Its original label features organic red wines known for their full-bodied, fruity character with rich red forest fruit notes. A special selection, honouring the estate’s founders Chevalier and Daviaud, is matured in new French oak barrels, giving it a mellow, oaky flavour and accounting for about a fifth of total production. The Saint-Émilion region, where the estate is located, gained prominence in the 18th century during the Enlightenment, with its wines valued for their quality, ageing potential, and suitability for transport—driven by innovations introduced by visionary winegrowers of the time.
The family estate extends on more than ten hectares over Montagne Saint-Émilion and Puisseguin Saint-Émilion AOC. Facing South/South-East, the hillside vineyard has benefited from the care of the Richard-Nicoletti family. Respectful of nature, the cultivation practices chosen by Julien Richard (3rd generation) tend towards a single goal : to respect the biodiversity of the soil and the environment in order to harvest healthy grapes and produce quality wine. The vineyard has been certified organic since 2023. After a strict selection and meticulous work in the vineyard, the fruits are picked by hand and sorted twice. Part of the wine is aged in oak barrels for about 12 months. The result is a gourmet wine with an assertive character that elegantly expresses the power of the terroir.
The Puisseguin-Saint-Émilion Appellation, established in 1936, sits at the highest elevation (89 m) in the Saint-Émilion region. Its south and southeast exposure creates ideal conditions for ripening grapes. The hilly terrain features clay-limestone soils over rock, allowing vines to absorb essential nutrients and thrive even during hot, dry summers.
1 x Chateau au Pont de Guitres Lalande de Pomerol 2020 - Bordeaux, France
91/100 Wine Enthusiast (2018 vintage)
1 Star - Le Guide Hachette des Vins
Silver - Challenge International du Vin Gold - Challenge International du Vin (2019 vintage) Gold - Concours de Bordeaux Vins d'Aquitaine Gold - Challenge International du Vin (2018 vintage)
Wine Enthusiast "This generous, powerful wine is packed with great fruit. Jammy Merlot with swathes of blackberry flavors is structured with tannins. With its licorice touches at the end and dark tannins, the wine needs time." (2018 vintage)
Winemaker "Garnet in colour Château Pont de Guîtres Lalande de Pomerol offers a wonderful aromatic nose full of vibrant red and black fruity notes, underpinned by a hint of spice. Silky and beautifully balanced on the palate with concentrated fruit flavours leading to a long, appealing finish."
Château au Pont de Guitres, situated on the highest limestone plateau of Lalande de Pomerol, is part of Vignobles Rousselot, a family-run estate producing Fronsac and Lalande de Pomerol. The Chateau comprises four hectares with 80% Merlot et 20% Cabernet Franc plantings. Over the years, the estate has been handed down from generation to generation, increasing in size, modernizing wine-making techniques and following sustainable practices. Each plot is vinified separately according to soil, yield, vine age and grape variety. Once picked, the grapes are sorted mechanically and by hand to ensure a rigorous selection and are transferred to temperature-controlled stainless steel vats. The wine then spends 12 months in French oak barrels (two to four years). Château Pont de Guîtres offers a very aromatic nose full of vibrant red and black berry notes, underpinned by a hint of spice. Silky and beautifully balanced on the palate with concentrated fruit flavours leading to a long, appealing finish.
Located on the best terroirs of the Lalande-de-Pomerol appellation, the plots are situated on sandy gravelly clay soils, which produce wines with good ageing potential. The vines, which have an average age of 15 years, are planted at a density of 5,500 vines per hectare and yield 48 hectolitres per hectare. They are pruned according to traditional Bordeaux methods. The vineyard is cultivated according to la lutte raisonnée, which promotes sustainable agricultural methods and reduces the amount of chemicals, in order to respect the land and its environment. Harvesting takes place when the grapes have reached optimal maturity.
1 x Baron Boutisse Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2019 - Bordeaux, France
94/100 James Suckling 94/100 James Suckling (2018 vintage)
Gold - Berlin Wine Trophy (2018 vintage) Gold - Gilbert & Gaillard (2018 vintage) Gold - Sakura Awards (2018 vintage) Silver - Concours General Agricole Paris (2017 vintage)
James Suckling "Perfumed nose of dried violets, dark plums, licorice, bark and chocolate orange. It’s medium-bodied with fine, supple tannins and fresh acidity. Nicely spiced with a fresh, vibrant finish. Builds at the end. Merlot, cabernet franc, cabernet sauvignon and carmenere."
James Suckling "Aromas of currants, blackberries, black cherries and fresh flowers follow through to a full body with super integrated, polished tannins and an intense mineral and salty character at the end. Such beauty." (2018 vintage)
Winemaker "The 2019 Baron is elegant and balanced, with a classic style. There's a good freshness and volume on the palate, typical of great Saint-Emilion vintages. On the palate, this wine expresses notes of blackcurrant, tangy blackberry, and slight raspberry notes combined with hints of juicy plum. Freshness on the finish."
Baron de Boutisse is a parcel selection from the Coteau des Bardes, part of the family-owned estate, Château Boutisse.
Château Boutisse was acquired in 1996 by the Milhade family, winegrowers in the Libournais since 1938. This 25-hectare estate lies on the unique clay-limestone plateau of Saint-Émilion, the crown jewel of the family’s vineyards. Today, the new generation—Marc and Elodie, children of Xavier—continue to develop the estate both in terms of quality and commercial reach, while staying true to traditional values.
Located at the heart of the Saint-Emilion wine region, in the commune of Saint Christophe des Bardes, Château Boutisse’s 25 hectares are planted as a single plot on the unique clay and limestone plateau on which all the greatest Saint-Emilion Grands Crus are produced. Château Boutisse has been ranked Grand Cru Classé since 2022. The château, which was bought in 1996 by Xavier Milhade, is considered the most precious jewel in the family’s collection and is now run by Marc Milhade. Since 2005, major projects have been under way to achieve a level of quality worthy of the greatest Saint-Emilion wines. Marc also focussed on sustainability using growing methods, equipment and facilities that are more respectful of the environment. The vineyard has been certified High Environmental value (HVE3) since 2018 and has started its organic viticulture conversion in 2020. The grapes are picked by hand, then very carefully sorted, vinified in small stainless steel tanks for gentle, precise extraction and then matured in French oak for twelve to fifteen months. Baron de Boutisse is a plot selection of the Chateau de Boutisse vineyard.
1 x Comte de Senejac Haut-Medoc 2018 - Bordeaux, France
Gold - Berliner Wine Trophy Bronze - Decanter World Wine Awards (2014 vintage) Commended - Sommelier Wine Awards (2014 vintage) Gold - Lyon International Wine Competition (2012 vintage) Silver - Concours des Feminalise (2012 vintage)
Winemaker "A true showcase for the Château, Comte de Sénéjac is made from the estate's young vines and carefully selected plots. It has a greedy nose with notes of red and black fruit. On the palate, a fine tannic structure perfectly balances the whole. Fine toasted cocoa aromas underline the quality of the ageing process. Comte de Sénéjac is a flavousome wine to be enjoyed young."
The Sénéjac vineyard lies on a plateau overlooking the commune of Le Pian-Médoc. A former barony, its first known owner was Nicolas de Bloys in the 16th century. In 1999, the estate was given fresh momentum with its acquisition by Lorraine Cordier, also owner of Château Talbot, a Grand Cru Classé of Saint-Julien, with the ambition of raising Sénéjac to the level of the Médoc’s finest wines.
Following her passing, the estate is now run by her sister, Nancy Bignon-Cordier, and the Cordier family.
Château Sénéjac is located in the Haut-Médoc, halfway between Margaux and Bordeaux. With a history dating back to the 16th century, this magnificent estate is now managed by the descendants of Lorraine Cordier, who used to own Grand Cru Classé Château Talbot in Saint Julien. Château Sénéjac covers 150 hectares, of which 41 hectares are planted with vines producing red wines only. Planted on clay-gravel hillsides, the vineyard has 35 years old vines on average with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot plantings. This blend is then matured in carefully selected French oak barrels. After 12 to 14 months of ageing in wood (of which 30% in new barrels), the wine is bottled. The château is certified High Environmental Value. Comte de Sénéjac is the second wine of Château Sénéjac with intense aromas of red and black fruits, complemented by hints of cacao. Beautifully balanced with silky tannins and roasted notes on the finish.
1 x Chateau Tour Bayard Montagne Saint Emilion 2021 - Bordeaux, France
90/100 James Suckling 15.5/20 VertdeVin Bronze - CellarTracker Bronze - Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider Commended - The Wine Independent 92/100 James Suckling (2020 vintage) 91/100 Wine Enthusiast (2020 vintage) 90/100 Green of Wine (2020 vintage) 90/100 The Wine Independent (2020 vintage) Bronze - CellarTracker (2020 vintage) Bronze - Andreas Larsson - Tasted (2020 vintage)
2 Stars - The Hachette Wine Guide (2020 vintage)
Bronze - Decanter World Wine Awards (2020 vintage)
James Suckling "Notes of walnuts, plums, mocha and licorice. It’s medium-bodied, chewy and firm. Remains chewy at the end."
VertdeVin "The nose is elegant, revealing volume, elegance, definition, fine grain and an airiness in its power/small richness. There are notes of pulpy blackberry, pulpy raspberry and more lightly crushed berries combined with touches of fresh vanilla and a subtle hint of star anise. The palate is fruity and offers minerality, a juicy/acidic backbone, good definition, a certain gourmandize, elegance, a nice balance, freshness, a good finesse of the guideline as well as a fine stretch. On the palate this wine expresses juicy/pulpy boysenberry, pulpy/acidic raspberry and more lightly fresh/juicy cherry notes combined with touches of blueberry, nutmeg, fine hints of liquorice, vanilla, a discreet seriousness and a very discreet hint of pepper and a subtle hint of dark chocolate (in the background). Good length. The tannins are precise and mellow. Good persistence."
Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider "Soft, round and plummy, with a touch minerality that adds complexity on the palate, the wine ends with red plums on the backend. "
James Suckling "Notes of ripe dark fruit, toasted walnut, chocolate and grilled herbs. Some wet earth and graphite, too. Medium- to full-bodied with chewy tannins and a plush, velvety mouth-feel. Shows depth to the fruit character. Firm finish." (2020 vintage)
Wine Enthusiast "Soft, supple, creamy and sweet, with a touch of savory herbs on the back end, you also find plenty of black raspberries, olives, cherries and coffee beans to keep you busy." (2020 vintage)
Andreas Larsson - Tasted "Ripe dark fruit, wild berry notes, dense tannin, youthful and grippy, rather dense fruit as well with some herbaceous flavors, mild oak and a rather long finish." (2020 vintage)
Green of Wine "The nose is spicy and offers a certain power, intensity as well as a precise and frank grain. Currently the wine benefits from being decanted. It reveals notes of wild blackberry, cardamom and small notes of camphor associated with touches of roasted small black fruits, hints of clove as well as a subtle hint of violet and pepper. The palate is fruity and offers accuracy, a mineral frame, good definition as well as tension. On the palate this wine expresses notes of juicy/pulpy blackberry, violet and small notes of roasted small red berries associated with a touch of crushed small black fruits, zan as well as hints of chocolate, vanilla and a fine hint of sweet blond tobacco." (2020 vintage)
Chateau Tour Bayard is on two Saint-Emilion satellite appellations: 15 hectares in Montagne Saint-Emilion and 10 hectares in Puisseguin Saint-Emilion. The vineyards are planted on magnificent clay and limestone slopes planted with 80% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc and 5% Malbec. Julien Richard took over from his mother Fanny in 2012 and has since been working to protect the estate’s biodiversity using the know-how that he inherited from his grandfather Angelo Nicoletti. Since 1956 the successive generations have made every effort to give priority to the terroir without using any herbicides. Since 2018, the vineyard is certified HEV3 (High Environmental Value), is harvested by hand and is now in conversion to organic farming.
1 x Chateau Montcabrier Bordeaux Superieur Rouge 2018 - Bordeaux, France
Bronze - Wine Enthusiast (2014 vintage)
Bronze - Sommelier Wine Awards (2017 vintage) Commended - International Wine Challenge (2016 vintage) Gold - Concours de Bordeaux Vin d'Aqquitaine (2015 vintage) Gold - Lyon International Wine Competition (2014 vintage) Silver - Concours de Bordeaux Vin d'Aqquitaine (2014 vintage)
Sommelier Wine Awards "'Herbaceous, with fresh red fruits on the nose too, leading to a palate showing white pepper and delicate spices.' Gaetano Giangaspero, C&C. 'Leather and older fruit, with some savoury mushroom notes - easy Old World claret that ticks a few boxes.' Jade Koch, team leader. 'Tea leaves, red berries and a hint of iron.' Filippo Pastorini, consultant." 2017 vintage)
Wine Enthusiast "The wine is firm with a dry core of tannins and a dark structure. With a juicy edge of black-currant fruit, it also has good potential and richness." (2014 vintage)
Château Montcabrier is a plot selection from the Milhade family estate, Château Recougne, located on the right bank of Bordeaux, in the Fronsadais. This property has produced wine for more than 400 years, and has always been recognized for producing outstanding wine. Its name is said to have come from French King Henri IV, in “recognition” (‘recougne’) of the quality of its wine. The Milhade family purchased the property in the mid 1930s, and Château Recougne has become their flagship estate, producing quintessential Bordeaux each vintage. The work done over several generations has positioned Château Recougne as one of the key estates for Bordeaux Supérieur Red wines. The Château Montcabrier’s grapes, harvested and vinified separately from Chateau Recougne, come predominantly from clay and sandy soils and offer a refined style dominated by the freshness of fruits.
Merlot is best suited to the gravelly clay terroir and is the majority planting here, comprising about 80% of the vineyard, complemented by equal parts of both Cabernets. The parcels set aside for Moncabrier include those planted on marley clay, with less gravel, and younger vines throughout the estate. The Milhades employ environmentally friendly viticultural techniques, minimal spraying, low yields through green harvesting, and excellent canopy management.
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