With four Trophies and 80+ Golds, Château La Clarière is clear proof that Castillon wines can surpass those of Grand Cru St-Émilion. From the exceptional 2020 vintage, this rich, velvety claret, packed with fruit, deserves its five Golds.
There are some superb quality wines to be had at great-value prices. Château Haut Canteloup is a top estate in the Médoc. Enjoy here its excellent 2016, with 8 years’ maturity.
Bordeaux today produces deliciously approachable, fruit-forward wines that are really good value. Even better in the appealing ripe vintage of 2022. This wine is Merlot based, from a small family estate. Enjoy lots of silky, ripe red fruits.
This is an exceptional vintage of Les Grands Maréchaux. Strict vineyard management under the advice of consultant winemaker Stéphane Derenoncourt helps bring out this claret's rich mulberry, plum, cedar and incense character. Superb and affordable.
