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Classified 2eme Cru, the estate is rightly lauded for its full-bodied, age-worthy, brooding wines which rival any of the First Growths\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA stunner. Dense and powerful aromas, dominated by the cherry and cassis of Cabernet Sauvignon, full of meaty, smokey, tobacco-laced complexity. Bright and lively on the palate, with the same depth and intensity as the aromas. A sleeper, which will require at least 8 years before it starts to show its best, with ageing potential to 2038.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wine of sufficient poise to pair excellently with a wide range of beef dishes, from carpaccio to a hearty stew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFRIARWOOD SAYS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared favourably to Lafite and Latour in this vintage, this wine is very deserving of the ‘super-second’ moniker.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Friarwood Wines \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"Bottle (75cl)","offer_id":32385673003074,"sku":"COSDE2008EST1275","price":149.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/5643\/products\/2008-chateau-cos-destournel-5252855.jpg?v=1779102265"},{"product_id":"2011-chateau-berliquet","title":"2011 Chateau Berliquet","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBerliquet is one of the oldest vineyards in Saint-Émilion with history that can be traced back to 1794. 10 hectares of vineyards are superbly sited on the limestone plateau of Saint-Émilion, adjoining those of Château Canon and Château Magdelaine. Until 1978 Berliquet's wine was made by the local co-operative; since then the wine has been vinified and matured at the château and the wines have improved significantly, earning promotion to Grand Cru Classé in 1985. The wines are aged in barrels laid in the centuries-old cellars underneath the château.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack fruit, plums, cherries; an elegant palate which tames the rich fruit to provide a wonderfully elegant overall experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat with grilled steak, aubergine pasta or bacon tartlet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFRIARWOOD SAYS\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElegant, affordable Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé, ready for drinking. 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Until 1978 Berliquet's wine was made by the local co-operative; since 1978 the wine has been vinified and matured at the chateau and the wines have improved significantly, earning promotion to Grand Cru Classe' in 1985. Typically a blend of 67% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc and 8% Cabernet Sauvignon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"super-title\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed and black fruit, with notes of fruitcake and roasted herbs; medium-bodied and fairly easy-going. Fragrant and appetising.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"super-title\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat with grilled steak, aubergine pasta or bacon tartlet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"super-title\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFRIARWOOD SAYS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarly-drinking Saint-Emilion, from a very reliable estate.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Friarwood Wines \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"Bottle (75cl)","offer_id":32386701459522,"sku":"BERLI20121275","price":37.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/5643\/products\/chateau-berliquet-2012-2955229.jpg?v=1779102252"},{"product_id":"2014-chateau-berliquet","title":"Chateau Berliquet, 2014","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"super-title\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"super-title\"\u003eBerliquet is one of the oldest vineyards in Saint-Emilion, able to trace its history back to 1794. 9 hectares of vineyards are superbly sited on the limestone plateau of Saint-Emilion, adjoining those of Chateau Canon and Chateau Magdelaine. Until 1978 Berliquet's wine was made by the local co-operative; since 1978 the wine has been vinified and matured at the chateau and the wines have improved significantly, earning promotion to Grand Cru Classe' in 1985. Typically a blend of 67% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc and 8% Cabernet Sauvignon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"super-title\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"super-title\"\u003eRed and black fruit, with notes of fruitcake and roasted herbs; medium-bodied and fairly easy-going. 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The 75 hectares of vineyard remain virtually unchanged since the Classification in 1855, and the estate also boasts significant parkland and beautifully manicured gardens. 25% organic, with progress towards 100% planned, and 12 hectares dedicated to an experiment in biodynamic farming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntense red fruits, accented by liquorice, menthol and caramel. Accessible and concentrated, with good balance and elegant tannic structure. 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Maison Briottet maintains a very high level of quality. It is the selection of the ripest fruit from the most suitable cultivars that results in the finest flavours; therefore contracting the right growers to produce the correct fruit is crucial.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRich in fruit, nice sweetness, enhanced by a backbone of fruit alcohol.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdd it to your white wine to make a kir, or Champagne for a kir royal.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFRIARWOOD SAYS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOriginally, the family were ageing, blending, bottling and selling wines. Following the development of the blanc cassis aperitif (white wine with Crème de Cassis), the company's activities evolved to producing fruit crèmes, liqueurs, brandies and marcs de Bourgogne.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marussia Beverages Uk Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Bottle (70cl)","offer_id":32413645930562,"sku":"BRIOTCASS170","price":30.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/5643\/products\/maison-edmond-briottet-creme-de-cassis-2535422.jpg?v=1779102250"},{"product_id":"maison-edmond-briottet-creme-de-framboise","title":"Maison Edmond Briottet, Creme de Framboise","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"130\" data-end=\"156\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"154\"\u003eABOUT THE SPIRIT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"538\"\u003eMaison Briottet, established in 1836 in Dijon, Burgundy, is renowned for producing traditional French fruit liqueurs of exceptional quality. Their \u003cstrong data-start=\"304\" data-end=\"326\"\u003eCrème de Framboise\u003c\/strong\u003e is made using the finest, hand-selected raspberries, carefully macerated to extract maximum flavour and colour. The result is a rich, elegant liqueur that balances natural fruit sweetness with refined intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"543\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"545\" data-end=\"568\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"566\"\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"775\"\u003eBright ruby-red in colour, with an expressive nose of ripe raspberries. On the palate, it is luscious and concentrated, with juicy berry flavours, gentle sweetness, and a beautifully rounded, smooth finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"780\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"782\" data-end=\"826\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"824\"\u003eFOOD PAIRING \/ SERVING SUGGESTIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"827\" data-end=\"1010\"\u003eA vibrant addition to white wine or Champagne for a fruity Kir or Kir Royal. Also delicious in raspberry-forward cocktails or drizzled over panna cotta, sorbet, or chocolate desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1015\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1041\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1039\"\u003eFRIARWOOD SAYS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1042\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003eMaison Briottet’s heritage and attention to detail shine through in every bottle. 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Renowned for their dedication to quality and artisanal methods, Briottet selects only the ripest peaches from premium cultivars to ensure maximum flavour intensity. The result is a liqueur bursting with natural sweetness and rich stone fruit character—ideal for classic French cocktails or inventive modern serves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"688\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"713\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"711\"\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"714\" data-end=\"945\"\u003eLusciously fruity and vibrant, this peach liqueur offers a perfect balance between natural sweetness and the warmth of fruit alcohol. 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Full-bodied, with terrific texture, fabulous concentration, and moderately high tannin, this massive, atypical 2001 must be tasted to be believed. 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During the 18th century the wine-growing influence at Pichon Lalande was definitely feminine. Perhaps that explains part of the wines sensuous qualities. Pichon Lalande was essentially managed by three women: Therese de Rauzan, Germaine de Lajus and Marie Branda de Terrefort. Baron Joseph de Pichon Longueville succeeded his mother taking over Pichon Lalande when he was only 19. What happened next changed the landscape of the Medoc forever. On the eve of his death in 1850, he divided the property between his five children. In modern times May-Eliane de Lencquesaing, daughter of Edouard Miailhe became the new owner and general manager of Chateau Pichon Comtesse de Lalande in 1978. She made numerous investments and improvements at Pichon Lalande. She later sold Pichon Lalande to the owners of Roederer Champagne in January 2007. 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Major investment and precision viticulture returned this Pauillac icon to the top tier, its \u003cstrong data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"334\"\u003e73-hectare\u003c\/strong\u003e vineyard lying on deep gravel terraces \u003cstrong data-start=\"374\" data-end=\"404\"\u003eadjacent to Château Latour\u003c\/strong\u003e. In \u003cstrong data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"417\"\u003e2016\u003c\/strong\u003e, a long, temperate season with a late harvest favoured Cabernet Sauvignon, yielding a grand vin of purity, depth and classic Left Bank poise. Ageing was \u003cstrong data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"601\"\u003e18 months in oak (60% new)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"620\"\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"621\" data-end=\"968\"\u003eA Cabernet-led Pauillac of striking definition: cassis, blackberry and black cherry framed by cedar, graphite, cigar box and cocoa. The palate is concentrated yet finely sculpted, with silky, tightly knit tannins, vivid freshness and a long, mineral-saline finish. Power and precision in seamless balance; a benchmark 2016.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"985\"\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1160\"\u003ePerfect with grilled ribeye, slow-braised beef or venison, duck with black pepper or wild-mushroom dishes. Hard, nutty cheeses (Comté, aged Gouda) also shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1179\"\u003eFRIARWOOD SAYS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAround 30% of the crop was directed to the estate’s second wines in 2016, sharpening selection for the grand vin. Decant 1–2 hours if opening now; peak 2026–2050+.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Friarwood Wines \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"Magnum (150cl)","offer_id":54985930441089,"sku":"PICHON2016GRIFB6150","price":114.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Bottle (75cl)","offer_id":38017065681093,"sku":"PICHON2016GRIFB675","price":47.1,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/5643\/products\/2016-chateau-pichon-longueville-baron-les-griffons-5402930.png?v=1779102131"},{"product_id":"2014-chateau-leoville-las-cases-petit-lion","title":"2014 Chateau Leoville Las Cases, Petit Lion","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe largest of the three ‘Leoville’ properties, with 97 hectares of vineyard spread throughout the appellation of Saint-Julien. Classified 2ème Cru, the wines of this estate are unquestionably of 1er Cru quality. The history of the estate can be traced back to 1638, when all three Leoville properties were one, and were the site of many winemaking and viticultural innovations which remain in use to this day. After the French Revolution, the estate was split into the Leovilles Barton, Poyferre and Las Cases. Following acquisition in 1976, the estate has achieved ever-growing esteem under the ownership of Michel Delon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright and expressive in this vintage, with a weight comparable to the grand vin. Silky tannins frame a fresh, fruit-driven palate, with oyster-shell minerality on the finish. An impressive wine, fragrant and exceptionally well-crafted, typical of this estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for beef or vegetarian stews, and quite suitable for lamb as well, given the aromatic intensity of the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFRIARWOOD SAYS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent value, relative to the grand vin, from an under-rated vintage – the market was looking forward to the 2015 vintage, and so the attention (and therefore prices) given to the 2014 wines was somewhat less; the quality, however, was not.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Friarwood Wines \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"Bottle (75cl)","offer_id":38017071874245,"sku":"LEOVI2014PLMLC1275","price":61.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/5643\/products\/2016-chateau-leoville-las-cases-petit-lion-9107066.png?v=1779101649"},{"product_id":"2005-75cl-chateau-figeac","title":"2005 Chateau Figeac","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn ancient vineyard, named after its Gallo-Roman owners, the Figeacus family, the Figeac estate has been continually occupied and farmed for at least two thousand years. The terroir is very special indeed , a large part of the original 200-hectare estate was sold off during the 18th Century to the Ducasse family to become Chateau Cheval Blanc, and other sections contribute to some of the finest estates in the appellation. The 42-hectare vineyard that remains contains vines over 100 years of age, with an unusually high proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon planted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA sullen, brooding wine on first approach; tannins are copious, yet perfectly ripe, and given time the wine opens out into a majestic, harmonious package, lifted by fresh acidity amidst the multitude of scents and flavours of black fruit, leather, dried spice and liquorice which swirl and ascend on the palate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrilled and roast lamb with garlic and rosemary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFRIARWOOD SAYS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe finest Figeac since 1990, with exceptional potential in the longer term.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Shop Chateau Figeac Wines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.friarwood.com\/collections\/chateau-figeac-wines\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDiscover all the wines from Chateau Figeac\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Friarwood Wines \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"Bottle (75cl)","offer_id":40222236770501,"sku":"FIGEA20051275","price":270.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/5643\/products\/2005-chateau-figeac-6610298.jpg?v=1779102131"},{"product_id":"2016-chateau-talbot-connetable","title":"2016 75CL Connetable Talbot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eABOUT THE WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLegend has it that Chateau Talbot takes its name from a British soldier, Connetable Talbot, who was killed in a battle at Castillon in 1453; the estate was named in his honour. Since 1917, Talbot has been owned by the Cordier family. The family has invested heavily in Talbot to ensure that it achieves the quality levels of which it is capable. With 102 hectares of vineyards, Talbot is one of the largest estates in the Medoc. The second wine of this famed 4th Growth is sourced from vines of 30 years old and was vinified in stainless steel tanks, followed by an oak maturation of 15 months in 15% new barrels. The blend of the 2016 vintage consists of 40% Cabernet Sauvignon \u0026amp; 60% Merlot.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMedium-bodied, dense fruit, extremely youthful, with plenty of potential for long-ageing. Red and black fruit, tobacco leaf and a stony mineral-character which will soften with time. Quite charming at this early stage; time will add polish to the long, smoky finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStrong flavours; lamb, beef stews, cured meat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFRIARWOOD SAYS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA fabulous Talbot to drink at 10-15 years from vintage, somewhat forward, but for the moment one to store rather than consume.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Friarwood Wines \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"Bottle (75cl)","offer_id":40235323130053,"sku":"TALBO2016CONT1275","price":40.35,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Magnum (150cl)","offer_id":43667574128887,"sku":"TALBO2016CONT6150","price":76.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/5643\/products\/2019-connetable-talbot-5626948.jpg?v=1779101289"},{"product_id":"2010-chateau-beychevelle","title":"2010 Chateau Beychevelle","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChateau Beychevelle has one of the richest histories in the Medoc, tracing its roots back to the 14th Century when a feudal castle belonging to the Foix family occupied the site. The reputation of the estate flourished under the innovative and respected Pierre-Francois Guestier, leading to Fifth Growth status in 1855 despite never being mentioned in any of the previous unofficial classifications of Bordeaux. The estate was then sold to the French pension fund, GMF in the 1980s who proceeded to sell 40% to a Japanese group. It was under this corporate ownership that much needed investment was made in the Estate and the wines of Beychevelle have begun to return to the glory years of the 19th Century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium-bodied; cassis, herbs and cranberry fruit; somewhat austere in style, with lead pencil and cedar notes. A wine which will soften with time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreat with lamb, aged hard cheese or poultry and vegetables.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFRIARWOOD SAYS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA lighter option from the left-bank; terroir-driven winemaking from a gorgeous chateau overlooking the historic anchorage at the mouth of the Gironde.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Friarwood Wines \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"Bottle (75cl)","offer_id":40746304176325,"sku":"BEYCH20101275","price":158.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/5643\/products\/2010-chateau-beychevelle-3472735.jpg?v=1779102130"},{"product_id":"2019-domaine-des-perdrix-nuits-saint-georges-1er-cru-aux-perdrix","title":"2019 300CL Perdrix, Nuits Saint Georges Perdrix","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManaged by Bertrand \u0026amp; Christiane Devillard and their children Amaury \u0026amp; Aurore since 1996, the Domaine des Perdrix, located in Cote de Nuits spread over 12 hectares in the best terroirs within the villages of Nuits Saint Georges and Vosne Romanee. Nearly 5 hectares of the estate produce Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru, among which the excellent “Aux Perdrix” is a quasimonopole (99%). The quality of the vineyards, their rigorous management and vinification have established the Domaine des Perdrix as a renowned Domaine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautiful garnet colour, with purple tints. \u003cspan\u003eThe nose develops aromas of chocolate, spices and pepper with black cherry notes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn the palate, the wine is full and rich with round and silky tannins. Persistent, powerful and smooth wine with a wonderful complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect match for red meats, game birds such as pheasant or partridge, veal rolls as well as raw milk cheeses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFRIARWOOD SAYS\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be served from now at 13-14° C or kept in cellar between 7 to 10 years. Great ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso available in \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Shop Nuits Sain Georges 1er Cru Domaine Perdrix Magnum\" href=\"\/products\/2019-domaine-des-perdrix-nuits-saint-georges-1er-cru-aux-perdrix\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2019 Magnum\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SAS Amaury \u0026 Aurore Devillard","offers":[{"title":"Bottle (75cl)","offer_id":43828083294455,"sku":"PERDR2019PER1275","price":116.4,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Double Magnum (300cl)","offer_id":40795192950981,"sku":"PERDR2019PER1300","price":547.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Magnum (150cl)","offer_id":44200852521207,"sku":"PERDR2019PER6150","price":267.35,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/5643\/files\/domaine-des-perdrix-nuits-saint-georges-1er-cru-aux-perdrix-2021-3882839.png?v=1779101593"},{"product_id":"2018-pierre-mayeul-beaune-1er-cru-les-sizies","title":"Pierre Mayeul, Beaune 1er Cru Les Sizies, 2018","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE PRODUCER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePierre Mayeul is the story of three old friends with long-standing winemaking history in Burgundy. United by the same passion for this beloved region, they are committed to producing high-quality wines, where each cuvee beautifully represents the individual terroir and 'climat' of the appellation. Harvest is manual, followed by selective sorting to maintain quality control throughout production. Wines are vinified in an old castle in Ladoix and aged in barrels in cellars that date back to the 17th Century situated in the very heart of Beaune. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Y2IQFc\" lang=\"en\"\u003eComplex nose of figs, dates, strawberry, creamy chocolate and bitter cocoa. The mouth is persistent and full-bodied with ripe tannins. A refined palate that is perfectly balanced and richly layered with concentrated yet fresh fruit and cocoa - everything is there! A supreme example of a Beaune 1er Cru. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSucculent veal or rich boeuf bourgiognon would be excellent. A juicy steak with a herbaceous mushroom sauce would also make for an excellent pairing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFRIARWOOD SAYS\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf serving in its youth, we recommend decanting to enjoy its complexity fully. However, t\u003c\/span\u003ehis wine is perfectly armed for ageing. Give it another few years for that extra wow factor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pierre-mayeul\" title=\"All Pierre Mayeul Wines\"\u003eDiscover all the wines from Pierre Mayeul\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Friarwood Wines \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"Bottle (75cl)","offer_id":40808668594373,"sku":"PIERM2018BEA675","price":84.1,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/5643\/files\/pierre-mayeul-beaune-1er-cru-les-sizies-2018-7457256.png?v=1779102131"},{"product_id":"2018-pierre-mayeul-gevrey-chambertin-1er-cru-petite-chapelle","title":"Pierre Mayeul, Gevrey Chambertin 1er Cru œPetite Chapelle?, 2018","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eABOUT THE PRODUCER\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePierre Mayeul is the story of three old friends united by the same passion for Burgundy and with a shared goal to produce high-quality wines where each cuvee beautifully represents the individual terroir and 'climat' of each appellation. Each with a long history of Burgundian winemaking they vinify their wines in an old castle in Ladoix and age the wines in barrels in cellars that date back to the 17th Century situated in the very heart of Beaune.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpends 18 months in 50% new French oak barrels adding beautiful complexity. Dark cherry colour with concentrated fruit on the nose, revealing blackberry, violet, hazelnut and nutmeg. The onset on the mouth carries fleshy and supple tannins, followed by a crunchy and bold palate, finishing off on silky smooth persistent fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeserves a robust meat dish such as game, prime rib or lamb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFRIARWOOD SAYS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWill develop beautifully in the bottle for another 10 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pierre-mayeul\" title=\"All Pierre Mayeul Wines\"\u003eDiscover all the wines from Pierre Mayeul\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Friarwood Wines \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"Bottle (75cl)","offer_id":40808668856517,"sku":"PIERM2018GPC675","price":158.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/5643\/files\/pierre-mayeul-gevrey-chambertin-1er-cru-oepetite-chapelle-2018-4752951.png?v=1779102130"},{"product_id":"2019-pierre-mayeul-ladoix-white","title":"Pierre Mayeul, Ladoix White, 2019","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eABOUT THE PRODUCER\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePierre Mayeul is the story of three old friends united by the same passion for Burgundy and with a shared goal to produce high-quality wines where each cuvee beautifully represents the individual terroir and 'climat' of each appellation. Each with a long history of Burgundian winemaking they vinify their wines in an old castle in Ladoix and age the wines in barrels in cellars that date back to the 17th Century situated in the very heart of Beaune. Matured in 50 % new oak barrels, with a slow fermentation with batonnage during ageing for 15 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine has a yellow-gold colour. The nose is intense, and precise, with fresh honey and fine, yellow fruits. The wood is discreet, showing itself as brioche bread. The attack is round, and juicy, with citrus flavours. Thanks to its bright acidity, the mid-mouth is fresh. The finish has a fleshy texture and the persistence is long; the purity of the fruit makes it for a luscious final.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFOOD PAIRING \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo be enjoyed with pan-fried scallops, filet mignon with morels, and Brie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pierre-mayeul\" title=\"All Pierre Mayeul Wines\"\u003eDiscover all the wines from Pierre Mayeul\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Friarwood Wines \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"Bottle (75cl)","offer_id":40808668922053,"sku":"PIERM2019LAW675","price":58.55,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/5643\/files\/pierre-mayeul-ladoix-white-2020-7577450.png?v=1779101470"},{"product_id":"2018-chateau-les-ormes-de-pez","title":"2018 Chateau Les Ormes De Pez","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnown as Domaine de Pez in the 1500s, the current name was taken after the French Revolution, and refers to the elm trees that used to grow on the estate, around the town of Pez. The chateau has been in the Cazes family since 1940 when it was purchase by Jean-Charles Cazes. The winemaking facilities were renovated in 1993, and the winemaking team is shared with Chateau Lynch-Bages. New oak is used to add extra richness to the wine, and over time the percentage of Merlot has gradually increased. A well-earned reputation for consistency and quality has made Ormes de Pez one of the most sought after Cru Bourgeois wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruity, with tobacco and herbal spice notes adding complexity. Finished on a dusty red cherry note. Medium-bodied; from an exceptional vintage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe high proportion of Merlot in the blend lends this to lighter stews and meat dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFRIARWOOD SAYS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYouthful; this is best enjoyed from 2023.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Friarwood Wines \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"Half Bottle (37.5cl)","offer_id":40829580345541,"sku":"ORMES2018PEZ24375","price":19.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Bottle (75cl)","offer_id":53675364188545,"sku":"ORMES2018PEZ675","price":34.55,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/5643\/products\/2018-chateau-les-ormes-de-pez-5815797.jpg?v=1779102075"},{"product_id":"2014-chateau-cantenac-brown","title":"2014 Chateau Cantenac Brown","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"super-title\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eABOUT THE WINE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Chateau for Cantenac Brown is unique in the Bordeaux wine appellation. It is perhaps the only Bordeaux chateau designed as a traditional Tudor estate in the entire region! At the start of the 19th century, the well-known Scottish, animal painter, John Lewis Brown purchased the estate and Bordeaux wine vineyards. As was the tradition in the Medoc at the time, he renamed the estate Cantenac Brown. More recently, in 1989 AXA, the massive insurance company with several Bordeaux chateaux in their portfolio including Pichon Baron in Pauillac, and estates in Pomerol and Sauternes bought the vineyard. AXA sold the property in 2006 to the Halabi family.Today, the Simon Halabi family are the owners of Chateau Cantenac Brown. One of the first moves made by the new owners was to place Jose Sanfins in charge of the wine making at Cantenac Brown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"super-title\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAmong the finest Cantenac-Browns of the last three decades, the saturated purple-coloured 2000 is a sleeper of the vintage. Loaded with chocolatey black currants intermixed with sweet earth, cedar, and spice box, it exhibits medium to full body, surprisingly ripe tannin for a wine from this estate, a multi-layered texture as well as mid-palate, and a finish that lasts 25-30 seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"super-title\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAny game, red meat, super creamy cheese and fatty fish cooked with complex herbs and spices. Lamb curry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"super-title\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFRIARWOOD SAYS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is the wine for you if into earthy, tannic full-bodied wines.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Friarwood Wines \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"Bottle (75cl)","offer_id":40829587816645,"sku":"CANTE2014BRO1275","price":51.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Magnum (150cl)","offer_id":43911474512119,"sku":"CANTE2014BRO6150","price":125.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/5643\/products\/2014-chateau-cantenac-brown-3017872.png?v=1779102086"},{"product_id":"2014-chateau-lagrange-saint-julien","title":"2014 Lagrange","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSold as Baron Saint Julien during the 18th Century when under the ownership of the Baron de Brane, Lagrange dates back to the middle ages, with definitive documentation going back to 1631. Originally one of the largest estates in the region, over the centuries Lagrange saw significant reductions in vineyard area, as plots were sold off to cover debts accrued by its owners. In 1983 the estate was purchased by the Japanese Suntory company, which proceeded to invest heavily in renovation and modernisation. A proportion of Petit Verdot was planted in 1988, white grapes were added in 1996; and the wines saw significant improvement, culminating in a number of exceptional vintages beginning in the year 2000. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCherry blackcurrant, liquorice and pepper; cool and elegant with a rich, spicy undertone that will carry the wine for further decades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal with pork dishes, which will not diminish the elegance of the wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFRIARWOOD SAYS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduced from vines with an average age of 32 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Friarwood Wines \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"Bottle (75cl)","offer_id":49160354595063,"sku":"LAGRA20141275","price":55.85,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Magnum (150cl)","offer_id":40833954709701,"sku":"LAGRA20146150","price":127.05,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/5643\/products\/2016-75cl-lagrange-7319161.png?v=1779101664"},{"product_id":"2008-domaine-de-chevalier-blanc","title":"2008 300CL Domaine Chevalier Blanc","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocated in Léognan, Domaine de Chevalier can be dated back to 1783, and likely existed as a property well before then. It was purchased by the Bernard distilling company in 1983 and produces exceptional red (80% of their production) and dry white wines. Their second-wines offer excellent value and are more approachable in their youth than the grand vin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e85% \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.friarwood.com\/collections\/wine?filter.p.m.custom.grape=Sauvignon+Blanc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSauvignon Blanc\u003c\/a\u003e, 15% \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.friarwood.com\/collections\/wine?filter.p.m.custom.grape=Semillon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSemillon\u003c\/a\u003e. Barrel-aged for 18 months in new and used oak; rich is the best way to describe this wine, which benefited from a terrific ripeness from the Indian summer in 2008. With 14% Alcohol, this is a serious white Bordeaux that has just entered its drinking window as of 2020. A special \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.friarwood.com\/pages\/white-wines\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ewhite wine\u003c\/a\u003e experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreat with white meat, roast vegetables and strong cheese - very good with a raclette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFRIARWOOD SAYS\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing devastating winter frosts, an Indian Summer resurrected the waning fortunes of the 2008 vintage, allowing the grapes to reach optimal ripeness and providing perfect conditions for the harvest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Friarwood Wines \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"Magnum (150cl)","offer_id":45144065540343,"sku":"DOMAI2008CBL1150","price":230.15,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Double Magnum (300cl)","offer_id":42289199612151,"sku":"DOMAI2008CBL1300","price":411.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/5643\/products\/2008-300cl-domaine-chevalier-blanc-9476825.png?v=1779102072"},{"product_id":"2020-domaine-nudant-ladoix-chardonnay","title":"Domaine Nudant, Ladoix Chardonnay, 2020","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinemakers in Burgundy since 1453, the current generation of the Nudant family manages some 16 hectares of small parcels dotted throughout the Cote d'Or. Vineyard work is all carried out by hand, in the spirit of minimal intervention. The vines for this Bourgogne are situated in the village of Chorey-les-Beaune.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith just the smallest touch of oak character, this is a retrained style of Bourgogne. 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Based in Savigny-les-Beaune, they own vines throughout the Cote d'Or, including parcels in some of the finest Premier and Grand cru vineyards. Harvest is by hand, with initial sorting in the vineyard; no more than 50% new oak is used, and the wines of the domaine have a classic freshness and purity to them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLovely aromas of violets and perfumed red cherries. Beautifully concentrated, with excellent structure and intensity, this wine may be kept for up to 25 years. 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Sourced from carefully selected growers, this Chardonnay is crafted by the same skilled winemaking team behind renowned Premier Cru and Grand Cru wines, ensuring quality and character in every bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1865\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"457\" data-start=\"434\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"455\" data-start=\"438\"\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"862\" data-start=\"458\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"491\" data-start=\"462\"\u003e2018 Le Renard Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e has evolved beautifully, showcasing layers of \u003cstrong data-end=\"577\" data-start=\"538\"\u003eripe apple, peach, and subtle spice\u003c\/strong\u003e, balanced by a \u003cstrong data-end=\"615\" data-start=\"593\"\u003erefreshing acidity\u003c\/strong\u003e that has retained its vibrancy. 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However, its former owner and director Alexandre de Lur-Saluce remains in charge. Located on the highest hill in Sauternes, d'Yquem enjoys some of the best growing conditions in the whole appellation. The 110-hectare vineyard is planted with 80% Sèmillon and 20% Sauvignon Blanc. Harvest is painstaking; 150 highly skilled pickers pass through the rows selecting grapes berry by berry to ensure that only the finest botrytized fruit is used\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"1193\" data-start=\"1190\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA vintage that highlights savoury notes and minerality, as toast, almonds, yeast extract, \u0026amp; crushed stones take the lead along with the signature candied apricot, Turkish Sultanas, dried figs and sweet spices such as allspice. 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Mr. and Mrs. Paul Chaperon owned this small Pomerol estate the mid-19th Century and their direct descendants, the Ducasse Family, have since kept the property in their able hands. In 1990, Mrs. Luis Ducasse, wishing to ensure the long term stability of the vineyard and wanting to maintain the subtle quality of the most elegant wine of the area, brought in as a partner, Les Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"1193\" data-start=\"1190\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2008 is a blend of \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e88% Merlot \u0026amp; 12% Cabernet Franc. A wine characterised by delicacy and elegance with notes of rose petal, orange peel, crushed violets and dried cherries. The domination of Merlot is evident with an attractive plum bouquet and precise, but balanced oak treatment. A wine that's in its ideal drinking window as of 2022. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"1193\" data-start=\"1190\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Bordeaux that will pair beautifully with roasted, wild mallard and pork loin roast, but also with stronger fishes like monkfish and John Dory with mushroom sauces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"1193\" data-start=\"1190\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFRIARWOOD SAYS\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the most impressive Pomerols of the vintage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Friarwood Wines \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"Bottle (75cl)","offer_id":43532444172535,"sku":"EVANG20081275","price":167.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/5643\/products\/2008-chateau-levangile-5279400.jpg?v=1783093941"},{"product_id":"2015-chateau-grand-corbin","title":"2015 Chateau Grand Corbin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/2012-chateau-grand-corbin\" title=\"Shop Grand Corbin Bordeaux Half Bottle\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAlso available in 2012 Half Bottle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChateau Grand Corbin is one of the oldest estates in Saint-Emilion, dating back to the 15th century. The beautiful chateau was constructed in the 1800s. In the late 1990s, Anabelle Cruse and her sisters purchased the shares of Chateau Grand Corbin from the other family shareholders and took over complete ownership of the 15.5-hectare estate. 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