With four Trophies and 80+ Golds, Château La Clarière is clear proof that Castillon wines can surpass those of next-door Grand Cru St-Émilion. From the exceptional 2019 & 2020 vintage, this is rich, velvety claret, packed with fruit.
We proudly represent one of France’s newest appellations, showcasing a French red that exemplifies sophisticated quality and exceptional value.
The Pic Saint-Loup was elevated to AOC status in 2016 in recognition of the region’s consistently outstanding wines. Named after the peak which bears the same name, the waters here are pristine, and the south-facing vineyards embrace the cool breezes of the Mediterranean.
La Closiere is an 80/20 split of the region’s iconic Syrah and Grenache. Small barrels are used for the Syrah (half of them new), while the Grenache is left to its own devices in larger 2,000L foudres. At 15% alcohol level, this is a hefty beast of a red but retains a beautiful elegance thanks to exquisite craftsmanship.
Château Lavabre La Closerie 2018 has been racking up some excellent scores from the world’s top wine critics…
“… a blockbuster bouquet of black fruits, camphor, graphite, ground pepper, and cured meats. With a touch more finesse and focus compared to the appellation release, it's full-bodied and has a beautifully balanced, concentrated, elegant mouthfeel, ripe tannins, and a great finish…”
“Blueberries, blackberries and licorice notes mark the nose, supported by hints of crushed stone and spicy oak. It's full-bodied and ripe but still balanced, with a more streamlined feel than the other Lavabre reds, along with silky tannins and a long, licorice-laden finish.”
“Opulent! Incredibly concentrated… Lots of sweetness but at the same time it isn't sweet. Fig molasses. Coal dust. Graphite. Caraway. Lots of texture on those tannins… Huge power and broad, glossy, muscled shoulders. Nothing understated about this wine."
We proudly represent one of France’s newest appellations, showcasing a French red that exemplifies sophisticated quality and exceptional value.
The Pic Saint-Loup was elevated to AOC status in 2016 in recognition of the region’s consistently outstanding wines. Named after the peak which bears the same name, the waters here are pristine, and the south-facing vineyards embrace the cool breezes of the Mediterranean.
La Closiere is an 80/20 split of the region’s iconic Syrah and Grenache. Small barrels are used for the Syrah (half of them new), while the Grenache is left to its own devices in larger 2,000L foudres. At 15% alcohol level, this is a hefty beast of a red but retains a beautiful elegance thanks to exquisite craftsmanship.
Château Lavabre La Closerie 2018 has been racking up some excellent scores from the world’s top wine critics…
“… a blockbuster bouquet of black fruits, camphor, graphite, ground pepper, and cured meats. With a touch more finesse and focus compared to the appellation release, it's full-bodied and has a beautifully balanced, concentrated, elegant mouthfeel, ripe tannins, and a great finish…”
“Blueberries, blackberries and licorice notes mark the nose, supported by hints of crushed stone and spicy oak. It's full-bodied and ripe but still balanced, with a more streamlined feel than the other Lavabre reds, along with silky tannins and a long, licorice-laden finish.”
“Opulent! Incredibly concentrated… Lots of sweetness but at the same time it isn't sweet. Fig molasses. Coal dust. Graphite. Caraway. Lots of texture on those tannins… Huge power and broad, glossy, muscled shoulders. Nothing understated about this wine."
Château Puy Castéra 2019 is a rich, velvety Bordeaux from a top Haut-Médoc estate, nestled between the prestigious Pauillac and Saint-Estèphe regions. This 6-year-old red has won 3 Gold medals and earned 90 points from Decanter Magazine, praised for its black fruit, cedar and vanilla oak nose, and elegant palate of nutmeg, leather, and bright redcurrant. A refined blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Petit Verdot, it’s ideal with roast meats.
Château Puy Castéra 2019 is a rich, velvety Bordeaux from a top Haut-Médoc estate, nestled between the prestigious Pauillac and Saint-Estèphe regions. This 6-year-old red has won 3 Gold medals and earned 90 points from Decanter Magazine, praised for its black fruit, cedar and vanilla oak nose, and elegant palate of nutmeg, leather, and bright redcurrant. A refined blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Petit Verdot, it’s ideal with roast meats.
He makes wines with “abundant personality” (Italian Wine Guide Gambero Rosso) that capture the beauty and romance of this famous destination.
Paolo’s estate is situated in the Rufina sub-zone, which Wine Enthusiast describes as “one of the most quality driven zones” and Hugh Johnson as “the most distinctive, making some particularly elegant wines...” High on a hill overlooking the Argomenna valley, Paolo’s land is a prime spot for Sangiovese, placed on a par with Chianti Classico since the 18th century.
Indeed, Paolo has a trophy cabinet packed full of awards for his lavish Tuscan reds, including “outstanding" Chianti buy of the year from Wine Spectator. One taste of this elegant beauty and you’ll see why. Get ready for everything that’s great about classic Chianti: elegant red fruit flavours with a spicy edge and that lovely high-toned freshness the style is renowned for.
Oltrepo Pavese lies in southwest Lombardy, next to Piedmont. Its wine treasures rarely leave Italian shores, so don’t miss your chance to try this velvety 2013 masterpiece from a 13th century castle, rated an impressive 93pts by James Suckling. Made with 100% Barbera and aged in small oak barrels, it shows wonderful black cherry and plums on a silky, yet firm and bewitchingly long palate.
This sumptuous Tuscan treasure comes from our good friend of over 30 years, the great Paolo Masi, who makes wines with “abundant personality” (Wine Enthusiast). This one is made with fruit from his beautiful estate in Rufina – arguably Chianti’s finest sub-region, home to “particularly elegant wines” (Hugh Johnson). Paolo’s land is a prime spot for Sangiovese, placed on a par with Chianti Classico since the 18th century. Indeed, Paolo has a trophy cabinet packed full of awards for his lavish Tuscan reds, including “outstanding” Chianti buy of the year from Wine Spectator. One taste of this elegant beauty shows why. It's a wonderful food wine, and a natural match with Italian food.
This sumptuous Tuscan treasure comes from our good friend of over 30 years, the great Paolo Masi, who makes wines with “abundant personality” (Wine Enthusiast). This one is made with fruit from his beautiful estate in Rufina – arguably Chianti’s finest sub-region, home to “particularly elegant wines” (Hugh Johnson). Paolo’s land is a prime spot for Sangiovese, placed on a par with Chianti Classico since the 18th century. Indeed, Paolo has a trophy cabinet packed full of awards for his lavish Tuscan reds, including “outstanding” Chianti buy of the year from Wine Spectator. One taste of this elegant beauty shows why. It's a wonderful food wine, and a natural match with Italian food.
The 2022 vintage produced some "unbelievable wines" (Decanter).
Enjoy three luxury examples here: the silky Château Moulin du Prieur 2022 from the fine estate of Ludovic Roussillon of Château Le Coin fame (with Gold), the lovely Merlot-rich Château Gadras 2022 (with THREE Golds), and the stunning Château Le Bonalguet 2022 – a TRIPLE & Grand Gold-winner that has previously been rated a “near-perfect wine” by Fabrice Sommier, a former Best Sommelier of France. Then, indulge in the layered and textured Reboul Salze 2021 (made by Stéphane Derenoncourt of Canon La Gaffelière and Pavie Macquin fame), and two superb 2020s. Château Roquegrave 2020 is a magnificent Médoc Cru Bourgeois, velvety and lush; Château Haut Pougnan 2020 is a power-packed Bordeaux Supérieur from Entre-Deux-Mers with SEVEN Golds. This is a truly dazzling collection!
The 2022 vintage produced some "unbelievable wines" (Decanter).
Enjoy three luxury examples here: the silky Château Moulin du Prieur 2022 from the fine estate of Ludovic Roussillon of Château Le Coin fame (with Gold), the lovely Merlot-rich Château Gadras 2022 (with THREE Golds), and the stunning Château Le Bonalguet 2022 – a TRIPLE & Grand Gold-winner that has previously been rated a “near-perfect wine” by Fabrice Sommier, a former Best Sommelier of France. Then, indulge in the layered and textured Reboul Salze 2021 (made by Stéphane Derenoncourt of Canon La Gaffelière and Pavie Macquin fame), and two superb 2020s. Château Roquegrave 2020 is a magnificent Médoc Cru Bourgeois, velvety and lush; Château Haut Pougnan 2020 is a power-packed Bordeaux Supérieur from Entre-Deux-Mers with SEVEN Golds. This is a truly dazzling collection!
