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Bordeaux | 1 | 93-95 (JD) |
Inc. TAX
€230.22 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (93-95)The inky-hued 2020 Château Fombrauge is another wonderful Saint-Emilion that shines on all accounts. Possessing terrific purity in its cassis-styled fruits as well as notes of violets, chocolate, and chalky minerality, this puppy is medium to full-bodied, has a great mid-palate, background oak, and outstanding length. Tasted twice. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93-95 (JD) |
Inc. TAX
€394.45 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (93-95)The inky-hued 2020 Château Fombrauge is another wonderful Saint-Emilion that shines on all accounts. Possessing terrific purity in its cassis-styled fruits as well as notes of violets, chocolate, and chalky minerality, this puppy is medium to full-bodied, has a great mid-palate, background oak, and outstanding length. Tasted twice. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93-95 (JD) |
Inc. TAX
€481.87 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (93-95)The inky-hued 2020 Château Fombrauge is another wonderful Saint-Emilion that shines on all accounts. Possessing terrific purity in its cassis-styled fruits as well as notes of violets, chocolate, and chalky minerality, this puppy is medium to full-bodied, has a great mid-palate, background oak, and outstanding length. Tasted twice. |
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Bordeaux | 117 | 93-95 (JD) |
Inc. TAX
€186.52 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (93-95)The inky-hued 2020 Château Fombrauge is another wonderful Saint-Emilion that shines on all accounts. Possessing terrific purity in its cassis-styled fruits as well as notes of violets, chocolate, and chalky minerality, this puppy is medium to full-bodied, has a great mid-palate, background oak, and outstanding length. Tasted twice. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 92-93 (JS) |
Inc. TAX
€269.74 |
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James Suckling (92-93)Perfumed and fresh with flowers, such as lavender and violets. Medium-bodied with fine tannins that are layered and refined in texture. |
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Bordeaux | 5 | 92-93 (JS) |
Inc. TAX
€201.34 |
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James Suckling (92-93)Perfumed and fresh with flowers, such as lavender and violets. Medium-bodied with fine tannins that are layered and refined in texture. |
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Bordeaux | 100 | 94 (JD) |
Inc. TAX
€199.19 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (94)Smoky black cherries, savory herbs, crushed stone, and graphite nuances all emerge from the 2022 Château Fombrauge, a wonderfully textured, full-bodied Saint-Emilion that has ripe, integrated tannins and a great finish. |
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Bordeaux | 6 | 94-95 (JS) |
Inc. TAX
€186.94 |
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James Suckling (94-95)This has a creamy texture with round tannins, very attractive ripe fruit and a juicy finish of blackberry and chocolate. Medium to full body. More balanced than 2022? |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€170.35 |
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Fonbadet 1981 epitomises the pinnacle of fine winemaking, crafted in the esteemed vineyards of Burgundy, France. This exquisite vintage emerges from meticulously selected Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes, cultivated in limestone-rich soils that impart a distinctive minerality. Under the masterful guidance of Domaine Fonbadet, a family-run estate with over a century of heritage, each bottle undergoes a traditional fermentation process in French oak barrels, ensuring a harmonious balance of complexity and elegance. The Fonbadet 1981 exhibits a profound depth of flavour, showcasing notes of blackberry, truffle, and subtle oak undertones, seamlessly integrated with a velvety tannic structure. Aged gracefully for over four decades, this exceptional wine offers a remarkable bouquet and a lingering finish, making it a coveted addition to any connoisseur’s collection. Fonbadet 1981 stands as a testament to the enduring legacy and unparalleled craftsmanship of Domaine Fonbadet. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 90 (JD) |
Inc. TAX
€537.07 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (90)Tasted on three separate occasions, the 2015 Château Fonbadet is a rock-solid effort in the vintage, as well as a terrific value. A medium to full-bodied, mouth-filling, ripe Pauillac that has good acidity, classic notes of plums, mulberries, spice and dried tobacco, moderate tannin, and outstanding length, drink it anytime over the coming 10-15 years. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 89-91+ (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€438.67 |
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Wine Advocate (89-91+). |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93 (JD) |
Inc. TAX
€239.74 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (93)Blackcurrants, smoked tobacco, chocolate, and some cedary, spicy, lead pencil notes all emerge from the 2019 Château Fonbadet, a medium to full-bodied, rich, mouth-filling Pauillac with plenty of tannins, a balanced, layered mouthfeel, good concentration, and outstanding length. It will evolve for 20+ years if stored properly. |
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Bordeaux | 21 | 93 (JD) |
Inc. TAX
€420.67 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (93)Blackcurrants, smoked tobacco, chocolate, and some cedary, spicy, lead pencil notes all emerge from the 2019 Château Fonbadet, a medium to full-bodied, rich, mouth-filling Pauillac with plenty of tannins, a balanced, layered mouthfeel, good concentration, and outstanding length. It will evolve for 20+ years if stored properly. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 93 (JD) |
Inc. TAX
€238.54 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (93)Blackcurrants, smoked tobacco, chocolate, and some cedary, spicy, lead pencil notes all emerge from the 2019 Château Fonbadet, a medium to full-bodied, rich, mouth-filling Pauillac with plenty of tannins, a balanced, layered mouthfeel, good concentration, and outstanding length. It will evolve for 20+ years if stored properly. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 89 (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€537.56 |
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Wine Advocate (89)The resurrection and rebound in quality of Fonplegade under the Adams family of America, who hired consulting oenologist Michel Rolland, has been remarkable. The 2011 continues to provide convincing evidence of their commitment to quality. Slightly more narrowly constructed than usual, it possesses good purity along with lots of red and black fruits and minerality in a medium-bodied, compact style. Nevertheless, it should age nicely for a decade or more. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 96+ (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€382.79 |
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Wine Advocate (96+)Medium to deep garnet-purple in color, the 2016 Fonplegade opens with a very savory nose of smoked meats, tapenade, sautéed herbs and beef drippings over a core of plum preserves, chocolate-covered cherries and cedar chest plus wafts of violets and cigars. Medium to full-bodied, the palate possesses both intensity and elegance, with the black fruit layers superbly framed by firm, fine-grained tannins and wonderful freshness, finishing long and mineral laced. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 94 (VN (AG)) |
Inc. TAX
€302.88 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (94)The 2017 Fonplégade is classy, polished and simply impeccable in its balance. The Fonplégade is not a huge wine, but it has really gained in finesse over the course of its aging. Sweet red cherry, pomegranate, blood orange, mint and cinnamon add character to this racy, silky, exceptionally polished Saint-Émilion. Floral overtones add brightness to the finish. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 93-95 (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€344.39 |
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Wine Advocate (93-95)Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2018 Fonplegade strides confidently out of the glass with bold black cherries, warm plums and black raspberry scents plus hints of cedar chest, pencil shavings, lavender, garrigue and camphor. Full-bodied, rich and packed with expressive black fruits, it has a firm, velvety texture and just enough freshness, finishing long. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94-96 (WCI) |
Inc. TAX
€260.63 |
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The Wine Cellar Insider (94-96)Crushed rocks, currants, cherries, flowers, licorice, smoke, cocoa and espresso covers all the bases in the perfume. Elegant and edgy, silky, soft and mineral driven, the fruits show a beautiful purity, freshness and refinement on the palate, leaving you with salty tannins and sweet plums that continue to linger and expand in the finish. The wine is made from a blend of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc. |
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Bordeaux | 14 | 93-95 (VN (AG)) |
Inc. TAX
€324.23 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (93-95)The 2021 Fonplégade is classy and refined to the core. It possesses terrific depth, with sweet floral aromatics and fine-grained tannins that convey finesse. Red/purplish fruit, lavender, spice and bright saline notes all meld together. Fonplégade is built more on vertical persistence than volume. It is one of the most elegant Saint-Émilions of the vintage and a terrific effort from proprietors Denise and Stephen Adams. Tasted three times. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93-95 (JD) |
In Bond
€176.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (93-95)The inky-hued 2020 Château Fombrauge is another wonderful Saint-Emilion that shines on all accounts. Possessing terrific purity in its cassis-styled fruits as well as notes of violets, chocolate, and chalky minerality, this puppy is medium to full-bodied, has a great mid-palate, background oak, and outstanding length. Tasted twice. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93-95 (JD) |
In Bond
€297.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (93-95)The inky-hued 2020 Château Fombrauge is another wonderful Saint-Emilion that shines on all accounts. Possessing terrific purity in its cassis-styled fruits as well as notes of violets, chocolate, and chalky minerality, this puppy is medium to full-bodied, has a great mid-palate, background oak, and outstanding length. Tasted twice. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93-95 (JD) |
In Bond
€354.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (93-95)The inky-hued 2020 Château Fombrauge is another wonderful Saint-Emilion that shines on all accounts. Possessing terrific purity in its cassis-styled fruits as well as notes of violets, chocolate, and chalky minerality, this puppy is medium to full-bodied, has a great mid-palate, background oak, and outstanding length. Tasted twice. |
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Bordeaux | 117 | 93-95 (JD) |
In Bond
€133.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (93-95)The inky-hued 2020 Château Fombrauge is another wonderful Saint-Emilion that shines on all accounts. Possessing terrific purity in its cassis-styled fruits as well as notes of violets, chocolate, and chalky minerality, this puppy is medium to full-bodied, has a great mid-palate, background oak, and outstanding length. Tasted twice. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 92-93 (JS) |
In Bond
€201.00 |
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James Suckling (92-93)Perfumed and fresh with flowers, such as lavender and violets. Medium-bodied with fine tannins that are layered and refined in texture. |
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Bordeaux | 5 | 92-93 (JS) |
In Bond
€144.00 |
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James Suckling (92-93)Perfumed and fresh with flowers, such as lavender and violets. Medium-bodied with fine tannins that are layered and refined in texture. |
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Bordeaux | 100 | 94 (JD) |
In Bond
€143.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (94)Smoky black cherries, savory herbs, crushed stone, and graphite nuances all emerge from the 2022 Château Fombrauge, a wonderfully textured, full-bodied Saint-Emilion that has ripe, integrated tannins and a great finish. |
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Bordeaux | 6 | 94-95 (JS) |
In Bond
€132.00 |
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James Suckling (94-95)This has a creamy texture with round tannins, very attractive ripe fruit and a juicy finish of blackberry and chocolate. Medium to full body. More balanced than 2022? |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
In Bond
€138.00 |
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Fonbadet 1981 epitomises the pinnacle of fine winemaking, crafted in the esteemed vineyards of Burgundy, France. This exquisite vintage emerges from meticulously selected Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes, cultivated in limestone-rich soils that impart a distinctive minerality. Under the masterful guidance of Domaine Fonbadet, a family-run estate with over a century of heritage, each bottle undergoes a traditional fermentation process in French oak barrels, ensuring a harmonious balance of complexity and elegance. The Fonbadet 1981 exhibits a profound depth of flavour, showcasing notes of blackberry, truffle, and subtle oak undertones, seamlessly integrated with a velvety tannic structure. Aged gracefully for over four decades, this exceptional wine offers a remarkable bouquet and a lingering finish, making it a coveted addition to any connoisseur’s collection. Fonbadet 1981 stands as a testament to the enduring legacy and unparalleled craftsmanship of Domaine Fonbadet. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 90 (JD) |
In Bond
€400.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (90)Tasted on three separate occasions, the 2015 Château Fonbadet is a rock-solid effort in the vintage, as well as a terrific value. A medium to full-bodied, mouth-filling, ripe Pauillac that has good acidity, classic notes of plums, mulberries, spice and dried tobacco, moderate tannin, and outstanding length, drink it anytime over the coming 10-15 years. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 89-91+ (WA) |
In Bond
€318.00 |
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Wine Advocate (89-91+). |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93 (JD) |
In Bond
€176.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (93)Blackcurrants, smoked tobacco, chocolate, and some cedary, spicy, lead pencil notes all emerge from the 2019 Château Fonbadet, a medium to full-bodied, rich, mouth-filling Pauillac with plenty of tannins, a balanced, layered mouthfeel, good concentration, and outstanding length. It will evolve for 20+ years if stored properly. |
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Bordeaux | 21 | 93 (JD) |
In Bond
€303.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (93)Blackcurrants, smoked tobacco, chocolate, and some cedary, spicy, lead pencil notes all emerge from the 2019 Château Fonbadet, a medium to full-bodied, rich, mouth-filling Pauillac with plenty of tannins, a balanced, layered mouthfeel, good concentration, and outstanding length. It will evolve for 20+ years if stored properly. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 93 (JD) |
In Bond
€175.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (93)Blackcurrants, smoked tobacco, chocolate, and some cedary, spicy, lead pencil notes all emerge from the 2019 Château Fonbadet, a medium to full-bodied, rich, mouth-filling Pauillac with plenty of tannins, a balanced, layered mouthfeel, good concentration, and outstanding length. It will evolve for 20+ years if stored properly. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 89 (WA) |
In Bond
€402.00 |
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Wine Advocate (89)The resurrection and rebound in quality of Fonplegade under the Adams family of America, who hired consulting oenologist Michel Rolland, has been remarkable. The 2011 continues to provide convincing evidence of their commitment to quality. Slightly more narrowly constructed than usual, it possesses good purity along with lots of red and black fruits and minerality in a medium-bodied, compact style. Nevertheless, it should age nicely for a decade or more. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 96+ (WA) |
In Bond
€296.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96+)Medium to deep garnet-purple in color, the 2016 Fonplegade opens with a very savory nose of smoked meats, tapenade, sautéed herbs and beef drippings over a core of plum preserves, chocolate-covered cherries and cedar chest plus wafts of violets and cigars. Medium to full-bodied, the palate possesses both intensity and elegance, with the black fruit layers superbly framed by firm, fine-grained tannins and wonderful freshness, finishing long and mineral laced. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 94 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
€231.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (94)The 2017 Fonplégade is classy, polished and simply impeccable in its balance. The Fonplégade is not a huge wine, but it has really gained in finesse over the course of its aging. Sweet red cherry, pomegranate, blood orange, mint and cinnamon add character to this racy, silky, exceptionally polished Saint-Émilion. Floral overtones add brightness to the finish. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 93-95 (WA) |
In Bond
€264.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93-95)Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2018 Fonplegade strides confidently out of the glass with bold black cherries, warm plums and black raspberry scents plus hints of cedar chest, pencil shavings, lavender, garrigue and camphor. Full-bodied, rich and packed with expressive black fruits, it has a firm, velvety texture and just enough freshness, finishing long. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94-96 (WCI) |
In Bond
€195.00 |
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The Wine Cellar Insider (94-96)Crushed rocks, currants, cherries, flowers, licorice, smoke, cocoa and espresso covers all the bases in the perfume. Elegant and edgy, silky, soft and mineral driven, the fruits show a beautiful purity, freshness and refinement on the palate, leaving you with salty tannins and sweet plums that continue to linger and expand in the finish. The wine is made from a blend of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc. |
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Bordeaux | 14 | 93-95 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
€248.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (93-95)The 2021 Fonplégade is classy and refined to the core. It possesses terrific depth, with sweet floral aromatics and fine-grained tannins that convey finesse. Red/purplish fruit, lavender, spice and bright saline notes all meld together. Fonplégade is built more on vertical persistence than volume. It is one of the most elegant Saint-Émilions of the vintage and a terrific effort from proprietors Denise and Stephen Adams. Tasted three times. |
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Bordeaux's relatively diverse weather, particularly its rainfall, means that vintage variation can be quite broad between some years. However advances in wine making techniques, technology and investment has meant that many chateaux are still able to create very good wines in "lesser vintages". From the best vintages wines are made that are clambered for all over the world and mature excellently for many years.
This is a selection of some of our favourite vintages from Bordeaux over the last few decades, as well some more recent ones.
