HAUT-MÉDOC · LEFT BANK

Includes Moulis-en-Médoc, Médoc, and Listrac-Médoc wines.
Despite being as visually unprepossessing as the rest of the Médoc (despite its grandiose châteaux) this large red-wine appellation of Haut-Médoc is home to some of the world’s greatest wines. Its 4,500ha of vineyards form a largely continuous strip that follows the Gironde from St Seurin-de-Cadourne, just north of St Estèphe, to Blanquefort in the northern suburbs of Bordeaux. All the great communes of the Left Bank fall within its boundaries: Margaux, St Julien, Pauillac and St Estèphe, as well as the up and coming Moulis and Listrac. These are labeled under their own more illustrious and expensive appellation names. Châteaux labeled simply as Haut-Médoc rarely reach such heights but nevertheless offer consistently good quality and offer some of the best value in Bordeaux. Haut-Médoc wines tend to be firm and fine with generous fruit and a nice minerality; what many would consider ‘classic Claret’. They come from loftier vineyards and offer higher quality and more complexity than those labeled simply as Médoc. Almost all wines are a blend of the principal varieties - Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc - which helps producers hedge their bets if the slightly capricious climate causes one variety to fail. Small amounts of Petit Verdot, Malbec and even Carmenère are also used.

2020 CHÂTEAU BELLE-VUE
· HAUT MÉDOC AOC
+888344 · 12x750ml
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55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 20% Petit Verdot.
The Chateau Belle-Vue 2020 boasts a beautiful bouquet of ripe blackberries, blackcurrants, and dark cherries, along with subtle hints of vanilla and oak. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and rich, with bold flavors of black fruit, chocolate, and espresso, as well as a touch of earthy minerality. The tannins are firm yet silky, providing a lovely texture and structure to the wine, and the acidity is well-balanced, adding freshness and vibrancy to the finish.

Serve with Cheese & sliced deli meats; roast pork, pork ribs, steak. Drink now through 2022

STATUS: OPEN
JS: 94 || DC: 94 || VN; 90 || JL: 89 || JMQ: 89 || WS: 88 || WI: 87

VINTAGE NOTES:
20 || 19 || 14 || 12 || 11 || 10 || 09 || 08

2019 CHÂTEAU BELLE-VUE
· HAUT MÉDOC AOC
+749534 · 12x750ml
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48% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 20% Petit Verdot,1% Cabernet Franc, 1% Carmenère.
With its floral and spicy fragrances, along with its fine and silky tannins, the Chateau Belle-Vue 2019 is a wine of character with an expressive finish. This 2019 vintage is certainly in line with the best vintages of the estate.
The red wine of Chateau Belle-Vue is best served with all types of classic meat dishes, veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, game, roast chicken, roasted, braised, and grilled dishes.

STATUS: OPEN
DC: 93 || JS: 91 || WE: 91-93 || WS: 89 || JMQ: 89 || RP: 88

VINTAGE NOTES:
19 || 14 || 12 || 11 || 10 || 09 || 08

2019 CHÂTEAU CANTEMERLE
· HAUT MÉDOC AOC     5TH GRAND CRU CLASSE
+866159 · 12x750ml
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68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot.
The superb maturity of Cantemerle’s Cabernet Sauvignon is evident up front by its degree of concentration and complexity—the sign of a great Médoc wine. Before tasting this fine bottle, you’ll want to transfer it to a decanter an hour before serving. After this preparatory step you’ll discover the wine’s fuller aromatic richness: the bouquet expresses cherry, olive, and tobacco notes, as well as hints of oak that are still somewhat present. In the mouth, silky tannins launch a symphony of spicy, peppery, and fruity flavors upon the palate that are of great quality and generously supported by a long, full softness. The finish is lengthy and lively, neither limp nor harsh. A well-constructed balance is the foundation which supports a structure of freshness, elegance, persistence, and a perfectly controlled power.
The wine of Chateau Cantemerle is best served with all types of classic meat dishes, veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, game, roast chicken, roasted, braised, and grilled dishes. Chateau Cantemerle is a perfect match with Asian dishes, hearty fish courses like tuna, mushrooms, and pasta as well as cheese.

STATUS: OPEN
JS: 95 || WE: 93-95 || RP: 92 || DC: 92 || NM: 91-93 || VN: 91-93 || WS: 90 || JR: 16.5

VINTAGE NOTES:
19 || 10 || 06 || 00

2016 CHÂTEAU CANTEMERLE
· HAUT MÉDOC AOC     5TH GRAND CRU CLASSE
+866159 · 12x750ml
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52% Cabernet Sauvignon, 39% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot.
All the usual aromas of this wine—tobacco, black currant, cloves and a woodiness typical of ripe Cabernet—are present in a subtle register which will become more prominent with time. The tannins are very supple, lingering elegantly on the finish. At this stage of its development the wine is characterized by a delicate charm. This promising wine offers a typical illustration of the Cantemerle terroir. Very classic, it calls for some time in a decanter before serving.
The wine of Chateau Cantemerle is best served with all types of classic meat dishes, veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, game, roast chicken, roasted, braised, and grilled dishes. Chateau Cantemerle is a perfect match with Asian dishes, hearty fish courses like tuna, mushrooms, and pasta as well as cheese.

STATUS: OPEN
JS: 94 || JL: 93 || VN: 92 || DC: 92 || NM: 91 || TA: 91 || WS: 90 || JR: 16

VINTAGE NOTES:
16 || 19 || 10 || 06 || 00

2003 CHÂTEAU CHASSE SPLEEN
· MOULIS EN MÉDOC AOC     CRU BOURGEOIS
+710372 · 12x750ml
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73% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 7% Petit Verdot.
Chasse-Spleen 2003 has developed an incredible complexity while retaining great freshness! Perfect for parties! An evolved wine but kept perfectly in the chateau's cellars, solid and linear, which stands out as one of the jewels of the Moulis-en- Médoc appellation in this vintage! You will be surprised by its refined, very elegant bouquet, but also by this terroir side which stands out beautifully, in particular thanks to smoky and cedar notes. Also very fresh, this Chasse-Spleen has a superb tension that will keep you spellbound throughout its tasting! Splendid!
Serve with all types of classic meat dishes, veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, game, roast chicken, roasted, braised and grilled dishes.

STATUS: OPEN
WE: 91 || RP: 90 || WS: 89 || JMQ: 85 || JR: 15.5

VINTAGE NOTES:
03 || 19 || 18 || 15 || 08 || 00

2018 CHÂTEAU de BRAUDE
· HAUT MÉDOC AOC   CRU BOURGEOIS
+848123 · 12x750ml
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60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot.
Intense dark purple opaque colour. Some balsamic notes with prune, cassis, and ripe fruit blends with some oak and mild spices. The palate is still youthful with a slight austerity and tannic bite, high acidity, primary fruit flavours, some oak and smoke notes followed by a medium to long finish. An ambitious effort needing time to settle.
Chateau de Braude perfectly accompanies the most re?ned dishes and brings sparks to the simplest meals. Its modest vintages still impress by their delicacy and its best by their incomparable grace.

STATUS: OPEN
WE: 91 || RP: 90-92+ || JR: 15.5

VINTAGE NOTES:
18 || 14

2019 CHÂTEAU de CAMENSAC
· HAUT MÉDOC AOC     5TH GRAND CRU CLASSE
+742336 · 12x750ml
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55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot.
Deep garnet. Nose: cherry, very floral: fresh roses. Light note of toasted bread. Mouth: a certain velvety thickness produced by a nice volume of very fine tannins. The cherry bursts in the mouth. Oak remained discreet at this stage. A long liquorice and fresh final touch.
Here are some dishes that go well with Château de Camensac: Entrecote Bordelaise, Roast duck, Rack of lamb, Tournedos with morel mushrooms Warm dark chocolate lava cake. This list of dishes is not exhaustive. It can also be served with mini-appetizers, starters, or cheeses.

STATUS: OPEN
NM: 92-94 || DC: 91 || RP: 90 || JMQ: 87

VINTAGE NOTES:
19 || 12 || 08 || 00

2014 CHÂTEAU de CAMENSAC
· HAUT MÉDOC AOC   5TH GRAND CRU CLASSÉ
+890681 · 12x750ml
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50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 50% Merlot.
On the nose: blackberry and a light floral note coming through with time. The quality of the vintage shows through on the palate, which is very harmonious and demonstrates both excellent backbone and intensity. It builds in the mouth, maintaining plenty of freshness and with a mineral-driven finish. This is an excellent Château de Camensac and represent great value for 1855 classified 5th Growth
Entrecote Bordelaise, Roast duck, Rack of lamb, Tournedos with morel mushrooms, Warm dark chocolate lava cake. This list of dishes is not exhaustive. It can also be served with mini-appetizers, starters, or cheeses.

STATUS: OPEN
JS: 93 || RP: 91+ || JA: 91 || VN: 91 || JL: 90 || VN: 91 || JMQ: 89 || TA: 87 ||

VINTAGE NOTES:
16 || 19 || 12 || 08 || 00

2020 CHÂTEAU MAUVESIN BARTON
· MOULIS-EN-MÉDOC AOC
+763551 · 12x750ml
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59% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc.
This is a new property recently bought by Anthony and Lilian Barton of Léoville-Barton. They've done a great job with this wine. Bright ruby color. Nose revealing notes of wild strawberries, toasted bread with a hint of delicate vanilla. The wine is harmonious and well balanced. The tannins are already well integrated, the wine is supple and leaves a nice finish in the mouth.
Serve with Grilled meats, cheese, or chocolate desserts.

STATUS: OPEN
JS: 92 || JA: 92 || WE: 91 || DC: 91 || JD: 90 || WS: 88 || TA: 86 || JMQ: 86

VINTAGE NOTES:
20 || 15 || 11

2015 CHÂTEAU MAUVESIN BARTON
· MOULIS-EN-MÉDOC AOC
+801719 · 12x750ml
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42% Merlot, 38% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot.
A wonderful wine from the great 2015 vintage. It has a nice developed nose that offers inviting aromatics. In the mouth it is classic Bordeaux with dry dark fruit flavors enhanced with a touch of earth. It is complex and very enjoyable. This wine was tasted after it had been decanted for two hours.
Best served with all types of classic meat dishes, veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, game, roast chicken, roasted, braised and grilled dishes.

STATUS: OPEN
WE: 93 || JS: 92 || RP: 91 || JR: 16.5

VINTAGE NOTES:
15 || 11

2018 CHÂTEAU POTENSAC
· MÉDOC AOC   CRU BOURGEOIS
+866179 · 12x750ml
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45% Merlot, 36% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot.
Richly coloured, the aromatics feature cherry and raspberry fruits, with a little perfume, and an impressive clarity for the appellation. It is no less convincing on the palate, showing a nicely defined and slightly sinewy substance, with a touch of floral potpourri to the dark and curranty fruit here. Ripe tannins, modest acidity and a little length mean this is a Médoc which should enjoy wide appeal.
Chateau Potensac is best served at 15.5 degrees Celsius, 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The cool, almost cellar temperature gives the wine more freshness and lift. The wine of Chateau Potensac is best served with all types of classic meat dishes, veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, game, roast chicken, roasted, braised, and grilled dishes.

STATUS: OPEN
JS: 94 || JD: 93 || WS: 92 || WE: 91 || DC: 91 || JR: 17

VINTAGE NOTES:
18 || 19 || 17 || 16 || 12 || 11 || 10 || 08

2010 CHÂTEAU POTENSAC
· MÉDOC AOC   CRU BOURGEOIS
+869820 · 6x750ml
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42% Merlot, 37% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Cabernet Franc.
The 2010 Chateau Potensac possesses a pure and strong palate with dense, distinguished, and spicy tannins. The 2010 Chateau de Potensac has an astonishing density due to the advanced age of the vineyard and offers a beautiful ageing potential. It is the only Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel of its Medoc appellation.
Pairs with blue cheese, duck, beef, veal, dark chocolate.

STATUS: OPEN
NM: 91 || WE: 91 || WS: 90 || TA: 90 || DC: 89 || RP: 87 || JR: 16.5

VINTAGE NOTES:
10 || 19 || 17 || 12 || 11 || 08

2016 LA CLOSERIE DE CAMENSAC
· HAUT-MÉDOC AOC
+737780 · 12x750ml
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85% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Aged 12 months in French oak barrels (none new). Dense and shiny red color. La Closerie de Camensac opens in a gourmet way with a background of ripe red fruits enhanced with minty notes. On the palate, the attack is frank on a fine and enveloping frame, on aromas of cherry and red rose. The finish of this Second wine is subtly spicy, vanilla and endowed with good persistence. A Haut-Médoc particularly faithful to the characteristics of the appellation.
Best served with all types of classic meat dishes, veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, game, roast chicken, roasted, braised and grilled dishes.Lamb skewers, Beef with Chimichurri sauce, or lasagna.

STATUS: OPEN
FM: 88

VINTAGE NOTES:
16 || 15 || 12 || 05