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Wafting from the glass with a deep bouquet of dark berries and cherries mingled with notions of blood orange and iris, it's full-bodied, layered and concentrated, with \u003cstrong\u003eterrific mid-palate density, sweet tannins and a long, vibrant, violet-inflected finish.\u003c\/strong\u003e With its striking aromas, intensity of flavor and resolutely classical proportions (checking in at 12.7% alcohol and pH of 3.76), the \u003cstrong\u003e2025 gives every indication of being one of the great Cheval Blancs of the decade.\u003c\/strong\u003e ~98-100 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the lowest yields of Cheval Blanc ever at just 15hl\/ha with no Petit Cheval made this year. Chinese five spice, cedar, cinnamon, rose buds, soy, purple flowers, blackcurrants and cherries on the nose. Supple and fleshy, round and enveloping yet softly chalky so you get weight but not massive density in the glass. Tannins are wonderful and the power comes underneath not at the fore. Suave, fresh and floats along the palate – generous yet reined in, glossy, bright with lovely acidity. Almost a bit shy and quiet but so well controlled. \u003cstrong\u003eI love it for its delicacy and hands-off approach.\u003c\/strong\u003e Definitely not a showstopper but given the conditions it’s incredible how they ended up here. \u003cstrong\u003eComplex, charming, soft, pretty and delicious without trying too hard at all.\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.76pH. ~ 96 Decanter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 Cheval Blanc includes all 47 plots on the estate except one that was sold off. \u003cstrong\u003eThis nose is more immediate than some of its neighbours, a mixture of blackcurrant, raspberry, strawberry and blueberry, very expressive\u003c\/strong\u003e, underneath which lie tobacco and graphite scents. It is open, nothing hidden here. The palate is medium-bodied with sapid red berry fruit, just a touch of black pepper, a more reserved and structured Cheval Blanc than usual, vertical in style, the Cabernet Franc driving the finish. Not what I would call a sensual Cheval Blanc, but it has a distinctive character. Not everyone is going to fall head over heels for this Cheval Blanc because it is uncompromising, and I like that. Just be patient. 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We are a reliable and successful bridge for our clients to access significant allocations from the top Chateau, negociants and other direct importers.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis is a BHW Direct Import\/Ex-Chateau item. \u003c\/b\u003eThis is a futures item that is expected to deliver in 2028.\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003eYou may be charged a small ground shipping fee. However, this is NOT the actual amount due to ship when it arrives in two years. The actual shipping cost will be communicated to you and charged at the time of shipping in 2028.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt the time of arrival, we will contact you to confirm your shipping address and collect the shipping charge per your preference. Please be sure to provide your correct contact information.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNote: If there are US tariffs in place at the time of importation, those costs will be passed on to you. Please review our terms and \u003cspan draggable=\"true\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bighammerwines.com\/pages\/terms\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econditions of sale.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe depth of fruit comes through clearly, with a medium body and plenty of berry, chocolate, walnut and bark aromas. \u003cstrong\u003eCreamy and polished, with a lovely texture and a long and rather endless finish. Soft and precise\u003c\/strong\u003e. 65% cabernet sauvignon, 30% merlot and 5% petit verdot. ~ 97-98 James Suckling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep dark ruby garnet, opaque core, violet reflections, delicate edge brightening. Delicate hints of cloves and cardamom, dark berry confit, ripe cherries, black cherries, touch of precious wood.\u003cstrong\u003e Full-bodied, blackberries, ripe tannins, good freshness, lingers for a long time, harmonious, a sure promise for the future.\u003c\/strong\u003e ~ 95 Falstaff \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 Domaine de Chevalier was picked from 11 to 26 September at 38 hl\/ha with an alcohol level of 12.5%. \u003cstrong\u003eThis is perfumed on the nose with raspberry, cassis and light iris flower scents, just a touch of truffle in the background\u003c\/strong\u003e. You need to wait because this \"grows\" in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with granular tannins. Very harmonious, quintessentially Pessac, gravel-tinged black fruit, almost pillowy in texture, yet there is certainly decent structure here with just the right amount of grip towards the finish. It will require less bottle age than, say, the 2020 or 2022, yet it is endowed with real complexity and classicism. 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We are a reliable and successful bridge for our clients to access significant allocations from the top Chateau, negociants and other direct importers.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis is a BHW Direct Import\/Ex-Chateau item. \u003c\/b\u003eThis is a futures item that is expected to deliver in 2028.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may be charged a small ground shipping fee. However, this is NOT the actual amount due to ship when it arrives in two years. The actual shipping cost will be communicated to you and charged at the time of shipping in 2028.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt the time of arrival, we will contact you to confirm your shipping address and collect the shipping charge per your preference. Please be sure to provide your correct contact information.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNote: If there are US tariffs in place at the time of importation, those costs will be passed on to you. Please review our terms and \u003cspan draggable=\"true\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bighammerwines.com\/pages\/terms\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econditions of sale.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn Under The Radar Gem\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\" ~ Antonio Galoni, Vinous Media \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA particularly accomplished effort\u003c\/strong\u003e, the 2025 Sociando-Mallet reveals a layered bouquet of mulberries, cassis, raspberry and spice. Medium- to full-bodied, it combines density with a controlled sense of power, built around a supple, well-defined core of fruit framed by a seamless tannic structure. The finish is long and gently ethereal, marked by notes of lead pencil and dark berries. 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The palate is medium- to full-bodied with focused tannins that are \u003cstrong\u003ediscreet yet expressive and a subtle\u003c\/strong\u003e, juicy dark fruit character. ~ 92-93 James Suckling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA smoky, cool and crisp nose.\u003c\/strong\u003e Ripe on the palate, softly chewy with fleshy blackcurrant but also high acidity, liquorice and salty, flint accents on the finish. Quite tight and restrained, focused and all in one line.\u003cstrong\u003e A little firm but well balanced\u003c\/strong\u003e just less immediately lively than some. A little one tight still. I imagine after ageing this will round out nicely. ~ 92 Decanter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA classic, serious Haut-Médoc, the 2025 Château Sociando Mallet sports a dense purple hue as well as smoky tobacco, assorted red and black fruits, and spicy oak on the nose. 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Please review our terms and \u003cspan draggable=\"true\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bighammerwines.com\/pages\/terms\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econditions of sale.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe texture and depth are \u003cstrong\u003ereally impressive for this chateau and might be its best wine ever.\u003c\/strong\u003e It’s medium-bodied with integrated and refined tannins, a powdery and textured mouthfeel and an endless finish. Floating on the pure fruit. 65% cabernet sauvignon, 18% merlot, 11% cabernet franc and 6% petit verdot. ~ 96-97 James Suckling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRipe red fruit and exotic spiced notes on the nose. 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Please review our terms and \u003cspan draggable=\"true\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bighammerwines.com\/pages\/terms\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econditions of sale.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Merlot-heavy blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc, the 2025 Château Larcis Ducasse sports a dense purple hue as well as \u003cstrong\u003eincredible aromatics \u003c\/strong\u003eof ripe currant and black cherry fruit intermixed with smoky tobacco, graphite, and crushed stone. Aged in a mix of 225-liter barriques (45%), 500-liter demi-muids (40%), and foudres (15%), it checks in at 13.8% alcohol with a pH of 3.5. Deep, rich, and full-bodied on the palate, it has a broad, layered mouthfeel, ripe, velvety tannins, and a great finish.\u003cstrong\u003e It might end up being in the top handful of wines in the vintage.\u003c\/strong\u003e ~97-99 Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2025 Larcis Ducasse has a gorgeous bouquet already, with pure blackberry and cassis fruit, seamlessly integrated new oak, retaining focus and delineation. \u003c\/strong\u003eThe palate is medium-bodied, with very fine lace-like tannins, perfectly judged acidity, bright acids towards the finish, upholding tension and a silky texture that is totally disarming. \u003cstrong\u003eOutstanding.\u003c\/strong\u003e ~ 95-97 Vinous Media\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatured 40% in barrels (50% new), 45% in large-format barrels (also 50% new) and the balance in foudres, the 2025 Larcis Ducasse reveals \u003cstrong\u003ean elegant, vibrant and gourmand bouquet of violet, dark berries, dark cherries and flowers, accented by delicate spicy notes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium- to full-bodied, layered and seamless, it’s built around a ripe—yet not overripe—core of fruit framed by velvety tannins, concluding with a floral, harmonious and ethereal finish. This is \u003cstrong\u003ea pure expression of Larcis Ducasse and one of the most accomplished renditions produced here to date.\u003c\/strong\u003e ~ 95-97 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWell composed, balanced, seductive, and vivid.\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-bodied with fine, firm tannins. Well shaped, with an inspired and focus mid-palate.  Flavorful and lingering finish. ~ 95-96 James Suckling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGorgeously alive\u003c\/strong\u003e blackcurrant aromas on the nose, so pure and expressive. Silky, a little sharp, the acidity is really the focus here with crystalline strawberry fruit. A bit tight, but the tension really drives the flavours forward with a sleek outline. So smooth, the tannins are excellent, I love the very softly chalky, but also slightly chewy aspect here all the while keeping that quite strict, straight, citrus-edged acidity. It’s a live wire. \u003cstrong\u003eI like it a lot, needs time, but there’s energy and focus for sure. Piercing, mouthwatering, but ends crisp and grippy.\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.50pH. 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Please review our terms and \u003cspan draggable=\"true\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bighammerwines.com\/pages\/terms\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econditions of sale.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA juicy and fine tannin texture with currant, raspberry and bark aromas and flavors. It’s medium-bodied and well structured with a caressing finish, all in balance. \u003cstrong\u003eVery fine and attractive. \u003c\/strong\u003e~ 96-97 James Suckling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2025 Gazin is a fabulous wine.\u003c\/strong\u003e It's deep, rich and powerful but also wonderfully layered in the glass, with real finesse and tons of nuance. Dark red-toned fruit, lavender, mocha, spice and licorice open beautifully. The 2025 \u003cstrong\u003eimpresses with its captivating energy, finely sketched details and sublime balance. Magnificent.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tasted two times. ~ 94-96 Vinous Media\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed, blue, and black fruits, sappy flowers, damp earth, and some underbrush nuances all define the 2025 Château Gazin, a medium to full-bodied Pomerol with ripe tannins, nicely integrated acidity, and outstanding length on the finish. \u003cstrong\u003eIt's a ripe, sexy, complex Pomerol that has tons to love\u003c\/strong\u003e. The blend is 87% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, and the balance Cabernet Franc. Tasted twice. ~ 92-94 Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack and blue fruit on the nose with some exotic spiced accents. Quite a light take, tannins are impactful and fill the mouth but this is quite closed and quiet for the moment. It has some watery blackcurrant juice but is a bit lifeless at the moment. Coiled and compact. ~ 92 Decanter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA blend of 87% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and 3% Cabernet Franc, the 2025 Gazin unfurls in the glass with notes of plums, dark berries and violets. 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Please review our terms and \u003cspan draggable=\"true\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bighammerwines.com\/pages\/terms\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econditions of sale.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLots of purity, with freshness and a linear, evenly distributed dark fruit profile.\u003cstrong\u003e There is elegance \u003c\/strong\u003eand a chewy texture that’s precise and focused, with good definition. ~ 95-96 James Suckling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark aromas on the nose, fragrant purple flowers, tobacco, cedar, liquorice and black cherries – smells quite medicinal. Round and so well textured – smooth and friendly, this has such a gorgeous dollop of red fruit on the mid palate, a tiny bit chalky, which is so enjoyable with such fine, delicate tannins but it’s the energy that I really like too. So well constructed and balanced. Less ‘strong’ than in some years, this is friendly and compelling. \u003cstrong\u003eA fabulous wine. \u003c\/strong\u003eConcentration at the end, with the liquorice, tobacco and wet stones. \u003cstrong\u003eReally quite impressive. \u003c\/strong\u003e1% Petit Verdot completes the blend. 3.68pH. 65 IPT. Ageing 50% new oak. Harvest 8-20 September.  95 Decanter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCassis, assorted blue fruits, sappy flowers, and violets all emerge from the 2025 Château Pédesclaux, with some graphite and classic Pauillac nuances rounding out the bouquet as it sits in the glass. Based on 69% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Petit Verdot that's being raised 18 months in 50% new French oak with the balance in once-used barrels, it's medium to full-bodied on the palate, with a pure, \u003cstrong\u003ebalanced, layered mouthfeel, ultra-fine tannins, and a great finish. 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Based on 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot that will spend 18 months in 50% new French oak, it's full-bodied on the palate, with ripe, polished tannins, outstanding length, and a fresh, focused style that's hard to resist. It checks in at 13% alcohol with a pH of 3.7. \u003cstrong\u003eI love its overall balance, and it should have a broad drinking window. \u003c\/strong\u003e~ 93-95 Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA blend of 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot, the \u003cstrong\u003e2025 d'Armailhac bursts with aromas of dark berries\u003c\/strong\u003e, violets, and lilac. 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We are a reliable and successful bridge for our clients to access significant allocations from the top Chateau, negociants and other direct importers.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis is a BHW Direct Import\/Ex-Chateau item. \u003c\/b\u003eThis is a futures item that is expected to deliver in 2028.\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003eYou may be charged a small ground shipping fee. However, this is NOT the actual amount due to ship when it arrives in two years. The actual shipping cost will be communicated to you and charged at the time of shipping in 2028.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt the time of arrival, we will contact you to confirm your shipping address and collect the shipping charge per your preference. Please be sure to provide your correct contact information.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNote: If there are US tariffs in place at the time of importation, those costs will be passed on to you. Please review our terms and \u003cspan draggable=\"true\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bighammerwines.com\/pages\/terms\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econditions of sale.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntense aromas of sweet tobacco, dark cedar, cigar humidor, mushroom, roses, and wet earth follow through to a medium to full body with firm, velvety tannins and a driven, intense finish. Very structured with bones. Reminds me of Lafite from the 1980s.\u003cstrong\u003e Unique for the vintage.\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.5% alcohol. A blend of 94% cabernet sauvignon, 5% merlot and 1% petit verdot. ~ 99-100 James Suckling \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2025 Lafite-Rothschild was cropped at 27 hl\/ha between September 2 and 20. 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I admit that, upon returning to my car, it was only then that I realised\u003cstrong\u003e what a brilliant wine the 2025 Lafite-Rothschild is destined to become. \u003c\/strong\u003e~ 98-100 Vinous Media \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChecking in as 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, and 1% Petit Verdot that's resting in 90% new French oak, the 2025 Château Lafite Rothschild sports a classic, deep ruby hue as well as a complex and classic nose of cassis, spicy wood, tobacco, violets, and graphite. It's quintessential Lafite on the palate as well, with its class, medium to full body, ripe, building, yet polished tannins, and nicely integrated acidity. 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Please review our terms and \u003cspan draggable=\"true\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bighammerwines.com\/pages\/terms\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econditions of sale.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Cabernet-dominant blend of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot, and 2% Cabernet Franc, the 2025 Château Léoville Barton checks in at 13.5% alcohol with a pH of 3.6. Crème de cassis, smoked tobacco, liquid violets, iron, and an incredible sense of graphite all define the aromatics of this brilliant, deep, pure, and layered beauty. 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We are a reliable and successful bridge for our clients to access significant allocations from the top Chateau, negociants and other direct importers.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis is a BHW Direct Import\/Ex-Chateau item. \u003c\/b\u003eThis is a futures item that is expected to deliver in 2028.\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003eYou may be charged a small ground shipping fee. However, this is NOT the actual amount due to ship when it arrives in two years. The actual shipping cost will be communicated to you and charged at the time of shipping in 2028.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt the time of arrival, we will contact you to confirm your shipping address and collect the shipping charge per your preference. Please be sure to provide your correct contact information.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNote: If there are US tariffs in place at the time of importation, those costs will be passed on to you. 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It should have some reasonable accessibility, but as with most vintages here, the cellar will be your friend. ~ 96-98 Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2025 Lynch-Bages was picked 9 to 21 September and matured in 75% new oak barrels. \u003cstrong\u003eThis has a stunning bouquet with exceptionally pure blackberry, cassis and subtle violet scents, the oak seamlessly integrated\u003c\/strong\u003e. The palate is medium-bodied with finely embroidered tannins, perfect acidity, a touch of cedar and black pepper that dovetails into a peacock’s tail finish that “clings” to the mouth.\u003cstrong\u003e This continues the strongest run from Lynch-Bages since the 1980s and, perhaps with the 2025, it is close to surpassing that.\u003c\/strong\u003e ~ 96-98 Vinous Media \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2025 Lynch-Bages wafts from the glass with aromas of dark wild berries, lead pencil and spices, framed by well-integrated new oak. Full-bodied, dense and concentrated, it’s \u003cstrong\u003edeep and muscular, with a broad-shouldered profile, yet more velvety and precise than usual, showing a touch of freshness through the mid-palate\u003c\/strong\u003e, concluding with a long, cassis-inflected finish. Without departing from its customary style—combining power and generosity in youth—it is more approachable en primeur, with softer, more polished tannins than in recent vintages. 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It has the core of fruit of the best of the vintage.\u003c\/strong\u003e 50% merlot and 50% cabernet franc. ~ 99-100 James Suckling \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA blend of equal parts Cabernet Franc and Merlot, the 2025 Angélus \u003cstrong\u003eis already beautifully harmonious, even at this early stage. \u003c\/strong\u003eUnfurling in the glass with notes of sweet dark berries and plums mingled with notions of violets, licorice and spices, it's medium- to full-bodied, layered and multidimensional, with ripe tannins, lively acids and a long, perfumed finish. Much like its 2022 predecessor, the 2025 underlines that this estate's shift toward greater purity and subtler élevage choices can be sustained even in historically warm years. ~ 96-98 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCassis, graphite, violets, iris, and a wonderful sense of minerality all define the 2025 Château Angélus, \u003cstrong\u003eanother ultra-classic Saint-Emilion from this address\u003c\/strong\u003e. It's a 50\/50 blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot, with the Merlot raised in 60% new oak and 40% once-used oak and the Cabernet Franc split between 50% new oak and 50% foudre. Checking in at 14% alcohol with a pH of 3.6, it's medium to full-bodied on the palate, with incredible purity, classy background oak, integrated acidity, and a great finish. ~ 96-98 Jeb Dunnuck \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA great wine from Angélus this year.\u003c\/strong\u003e Blackcurrant and blue fruit aromas with some dried flowers and soft herbal aspects. Round and generous, wide and filling with amazing definition and creamy texture that few wines have this year. Energy and depth, purity and focus – this is juicy at its core with strawberry and red cherry, mouthwatering. Not an immediate showstopper but this grows in flavour and depth with intensity but no heaviness.\u003cstrong\u003e Beautiful delineation with a sharp, precise, forward persistence. The energy and balance is flawless. Really an elegant, elongated wine with such nuance of flavour. I love this and think they've done a super job\u003c\/strong\u003e – juicy, this brings a smile to your face. The last vintage with this high a proportion of Cabernet Franc (reflecting plantings and similar berry size was 2014 and 1995). 3.6pH. A yield of 30hl\/ha. 50% Cabernet Franc ageing in foudres, 50% in new barrels; Merlot 70% new oak and 30% in one-year-old barrels. ~ 97 Decanter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2025 Angélus (50% Cabernet Franc, 50% Merlot) is \u003cstrong\u003ea superb contemporary Grand Vin.\u003c\/strong\u003e Aromatic, vibrant and wonderfully fresh, the 2025 dazzles from start to finish. Blood orange, mint, white pepper, rose petal and chalk weave through layers of vibrant red-toned fruit. Here, too, the Grand Vin impresses with its noble purity and understated grace. Élevage is 50% foudre\/50% new oak for the Cabernet Franc, and 60% new oak\/40% once-filled barrels for the Merlot. 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Please review our terms and \u003cspan draggable=\"true\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bighammerwines.com\/pages\/terms\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econditions of sale.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is juicy and incisive, with expressive dark fruit and fine-grained, almost grainy tannins. A savory quality in the long finish. \u003cstrong\u003ePersistent and cohesive.\u003c\/strong\u003e ~ 95-96 James Suckling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 Talbot contains the highest ever Petit Verdot (9%) this year due to more generous yields. Picked from September 5 to 22, a little quicker than expected as Laporte spotted some botrytis, at 28 hl\/ha, this is matured in 60% new oak barrels. It has a generous bouquet, a mixture of red and black fruit intermixed with mocha and light undergrowth scents, typical Talbot. 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Please review our terms and \u003cspan draggable=\"true\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bighammerwines.com\/pages\/terms\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econditions of sale.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne of the most refined and seamless wines of the vintage is the 2025 Palmer,\u003c\/strong\u003e a blend of 55% Merlot, 41% Cabernet Sauvignon and 4% Petit Verdot that wafts from the glass with aromas of sweet blackberries, plums and licorice complemented by floral accents of violet and wisteria (yes, the window of the tasting room was closed). Full-bodied, suave and layered, with a deep and concentrated core of fruit, bright acids and supple tannins, it's already harmonious and complete, concluding with a long, penetrating finish. At only 13.5% alcohol, this is quite a bit lower than most recent sunny vintages at Palmer. ~ 97-99 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlush is the word to describe this red.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and layered, with velvety tannins and a savory finish. Juicy at the end.\u003cstrong\u003e Flashy and posh\u003c\/strong\u003e. Plenty of blackberry and black currant aromas and flavors. ~ 97-98 James Suckling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrongly perfumed aromatics, really quite intense and upfront, so expressive but more deep and seductive with heady scents of roses and blackcurrants. Instantly alive in the mouth, there’s an energy here that’s really captivating. Chewy, succulent, light on its feel but packing so many tannins yet it feels seamless. Aerial almost but there’s complexity with a fine layer of chewiness and chalkiness. Perhaps more delicate in some ways than other more plush Palmers but there’s power for sure wrapped up in freshness and approachability. Sturdy, stately, complex.\u003cstrong\u003e I do love the darker, maybe more firm, edgy wine. Quite a compelling Palmer for me, more than just fruit and acidity.\u003c\/strong\u003e 14% press wine. 85 IPT. Harvest September 4–26. ~ 97 Decanter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2025 Palmer is unusual in that Merlot drives the blend this year. That results in\u003cstrong\u003e an unusually juicy Grand Vin. Even so, there's plenty of supporting structure. \u003c\/strong\u003eThe blend is 55% Merlot, 41% Cabernet Sauvignon and 4% Petit Verdot. Black fruit, lavender, menthol, licorice, gravel and chocolate build into a driving, potent finish. There's a lot of gravitas and substance here. I am very much looking forward to tasting this as a finished wine; my impression today is that the 2025 is holding back quite a bit of its potential ~ 96-98 Vinous Media \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA brilliant, dense purple-hued wine cut from the same cloth as its stablemate, the 2025 Château Palmer offers a massive array of red, blue, and black fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e supported by chalky minerality, liquid violets, and graphite on the nose. Based on 55% Merlot, 41% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 4% Petit Verdot that's being raised in 50% new barrels and foudres, it checks in at 13.5% alcohol with a pH of 3.7. It's full-bodied on the palate, with a round, sexy mouthfeel, beautiful tannins, and a great finish. 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Please review our terms and \u003cspan draggable=\"true\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bighammerwines.com\/pages\/terms\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econditions of sale.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBased on 84% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Franc, and 7% Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2025 Château Valandraud is aging in 90% new French oak and has a dense purple hue as well as captivating aromatics of juicy red, blue, and black fruits, graphite, spring flowers, and an ultra-classic lead pencil character. Hitting 14% natural alcohol with a pH of 3.5, \u003cstrong\u003eit’s concentrated and full-bodied on the palate, with incredible purity and a more restrained, elegant style than previous vintages. It has plenty of classic Valandraud greatness.\u003c\/strong\u003e ~ 97-99 Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cstrong\u003e 2025 Valandraud is breathtaking\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its the first vintage made by Jean-Luc Thunevin and Marie Lefévre together. It therefore represents a changing of the guard, now that Lefévre and her husband, Christophe, have taken full ownership of the property after many years holding a minority stake. Vibrant and explosive in the glass, the 2025 Valandraud\u003cstrong\u003e offers an exotic mélange of dark blue\/purplish fruit, lavender, spice and mocha\u003c\/strong\u003e. There's gorgeous precision here, much of that coming from more finesse in the tannins. The \u003cstrong\u003e2025 is utterly magnificent\u003c\/strong\u003e. Élevage is 90% new oak and 10% 15HL foudres. Tasted two times.~ 96-99 Vinous Media\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLots of dark fruit with an edge, supported by chalky tannins. Compact and concentrated, with a fresh medium body. The crunchy, chalky tannins help balance the wine’s exuberance. This shows an attractive combination of power, focused tannins, freshness and exuberant fruit, with hints of black mushrooms and ink. 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Please review our terms and \u003cspan draggable=\"true\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bighammerwines.com\/pages\/terms\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econditions of sale.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan draggable=\"true\"\u003eReviews\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent GPL, medium- to full-bodied with a great expression of dark fruit that is evenly distributed.\u003cstrong\u003e It’s fresh and precise\u003c\/strong\u003e with grainy, integrated tannins that should only integrate more. A blend of 76% Cabernet Sauvignon and 24% Merlot. ~ 96-97 James Suckling \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 Grand-Puy-Lacoste reveals\u003cstrong\u003e a classic, refined bouquet of cassis, dark berries, cedar and lead pencil, with discreet floral nuances\u003c\/strong\u003e. Medium- to full-bodied, structured and precise, it’s built around a well-defined core of fruit framed by finely grained, youthful, filigreed tannins with a tensile profile. Less demonstrative than some of its peers in Pauillac, it privileges balance and typicity over sheer power, concluding with a long, elegant and mineral finish. Produced from a blend of 76% Cabernet Sauvignon and 24% Merlot, this is the first vintage vinified in the estate’s new gravity-fed cellar, enabling more precise parcel selection—an evolution that appears to reinforce the wine’s precision and coherence. ~ 95-97 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 Grand-Puy-Lacoste is the first to be made in the new gravity-fed winery. It was picked between September 4 and 18 at 30 hl\/ha, much lower than normal, with a high percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon (76%). Matured in 65% new oak, it has a perfumed bouquet with blackberry and raspberry fruit, touches of graphite emerging with aeration, beautifully defined. The palate is medium-bodied with edgy tannins. \u003cstrong\u003eDefinitely one of the most refined GPLs that I have tasted at this stage, very harmonious, complex and engaging. Superb persistence on the finish; this is a complete Pauillac that is going to give immense pleasure. \u003c\/strong\u003e~ 94-96 Vinous Media\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Cabernet-dominant blend of 76% Cabernet Sauvignon and 24% Merlot from yields of 30 hectoliters per hectare, the 2025 Château Grand Puy Lacoste is gorgeous, with ultra-classic Pauillac aromatics of red and black fruits, lead pencil, graphite, and crushed stone. 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Please review our terms and \u003cspan draggable=\"true\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bighammerwines.com\/pages\/terms\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econditions of sale.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePure cassis, leafy herbs, spring flowers, and graphite all emerge from the 2025 Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse De Lalande, a blend of 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, and 4% Cabernet Franc. It's medium to full-bodied on the palate, \u003cstrong\u003ehas a flawlessly balanced mouthfeel, ultra-fine tannins, and an incredible finish.\u003c\/strong\u003e The balance, length, complexity, and pure class here are exceptional. 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Please review our terms and \u003cspan draggable=\"true\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bighammerwines.com\/pages\/terms\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econditions of sale.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA blend of 58.3% Merlot, 38.3% Cabernet Sauvignon and 3.4% Cabernet Franc, the 2025 La Mission Haut-Brion reveals a refined bouquet of smoky cassis, dark berries, spices and lead pencil, framed by a deft touch of new oak. Medium- to full-bodied, dense and layered, it’s built around a multidimensional core of fruit underpinned by fine, velvety tannins, concluding with a long, perfumed and precise finish. Combining depth with energy, it delivers a textural yet controlled expression of power, with a real sense of freshness. The result is a particularly faithful,\u003cstrong\u003e charming rendition of La Mission, defined by its elegance and overall precision.\u003c\/strong\u003e ~ 97-99 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2025 La Mission Haut-Brion is one of my early favorites in this vintage. Aromatic and vibrant, with striking purity, the Grand Vin is magnificent. Red-toned fruit, blood orange, pomegranate, mint and cinnamon soar from the glass. Beams of supporting tannin lend energy and shape.\u003cstrong\u003e In a word: compelling. 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Please review our terms and \u003cspan draggable=\"true\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bighammerwines.com\/pages\/terms\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econditions of sale.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cabernet franc really comes through, with fine, intense, racy tannins and great length. Chalky and focused. More restrained than past vintages, with superb tension at the end. \u003cstrong\u003eThe most cabernet franc-driven Pavie ever. And it works so well. 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Please review our terms and \u003cspan draggable=\"true\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bighammerwines.com\/pages\/terms\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econditions of sale.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCassis, graphite, liquid violets, and tobacco all define the 2025 Château Brane-Cantenac, a blend of 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, and 1% each Cabernet Franc, Carménère, and Petit Verdot that's being raised in 100% new French oak. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, with a focused, elegant mouthfeel, beautiful concentration and depth, integrated acidity, and a great finish. 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The tannins lead you on a great trip. \u003cstrong\u003eIt is the most Cabernet Sauvignon ever used in the blend in recent memory.\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced and structured. 98% Cabernet Sauvignon and 2% Merlot. ~ 99-100 James Suckling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA blend of 98% Cabernet Sauvignon and 2% Merlot, the 2025 Mouton Rothschild is \u003cstrong\u003ea dense, powerful wine, unwinding in the glass with aromas of crème de cassis, blueberries, espresso roast, cigar wrapper and violet.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied, deep and dense, it's rich, layered and concentrated, with prodigious mid-palate presence and a long, youthfully structured finish. Small berries in Cabernet Sauvignon, below one gram even in the older vines, explain this Mouton's remarkable intensity of flavor. The grand vin represents 52% of the production and checks in at 13.1% alcohol. ~ 97-99 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2025 Mouton Rothschild is \u003cstrong\u003edense and brooding.\u003c\/strong\u003e Although naturally very, very young, all the elements are so well put together. The 2025 is 98% Cabernet Sauvignon, the most Cabernet ever in the Grand Vin, and that very much comes through in the wine's structure and overall presence. Graphite, lavender, rose petal, and menthol build into the rich, heady finish. 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Please review our terms and \u003cspan draggable=\"true\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bighammerwines.com\/pages\/terms\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econditions of sale.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA beautiful fruit to this delicate and refined wine. \u003c\/strong\u003eThe tannins are perfectly integrated into the wine and almost give it a pinot texture. The finest silk. It’s medium-bodied with precise and focused fruit and an endless finish.\u003cstrong\u003e The exceptional harmony of this young wine makes you want to drink it.\u003c\/strong\u003e 55% cabernet sauvignon, 36% merlot, 5% cabernet franc and 4% petit verdot. 13.3% alcohol. pH 3.67. ~ 98-99 James Suckling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChecking in as a blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, and 4% Petit Verdot, the 2025 Château Haut-Bailly is a sensational Haut-Bailly all about finesse and elegance. Ripe black cherries, currants, smoky tobacco, violets, spice, and flowers all define the bouquet, and on the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, with a pure, graceful mouthfeel, ultra-fine tannins, and a very long, elegant finish. It's not a blockbuster, but \u003cstrong\u003eit's exactly what this terroir yields with its complex, nuanced, layered, graceful style. 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A great success.\u003c\/strong\u003e 4% Petit Verdot completes the blend. ~ 98 Decanter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe 2025 Haut-Bailly was picked between September 4 and 22 at 26.6 hl\/ha, raised in 50% new oak. Similar to elsewhere this year, I found a distinct difference between the Grand and Deuxième Vins, this possessing greater delineation and complexity. A mixture of brambly red fruit, briar, a touch of cassis and orange rind that is beautifully delineated. The palate is exquisite: very fine tannins, tangible minéralité, very cohesive and focused, with a very complex, peppery finish that goes on and on and on. 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We are a reliable and successful bridge for our clients to access significant allocations from the top Chateau, negociants and other direct importers.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis is a BHW Direct Import\/Ex-Chateau item. \u003c\/b\u003eThis is a futures item that is expected to deliver in 2028.\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may be charged a small ground shipping fee. However, this is NOT the actual amount due to ship when it arrives in two years. The actual shipping cost will be communicated to you and charged at the time of shipping in 2028.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt the time of arrival, we will contact you to confirm your shipping address and collect the shipping charge per your preference. Please be sure to provide your correct contact information.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNote: If there are US tariffs in place at the time of importation, those costs will be passed on to you. Please review our terms and \u003cspan draggable=\"true\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bighammerwines.com\/pages\/terms\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econditions of sale.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA tight and juicy red with blackberry, cherry, plum, and spice aromas and flavors. It’s medium-bodied with a creamy texture and a crunchy finish. \u003cstrong\u003eRefined for the vintage, with plenty of character and length. \u003c\/strong\u003e~ 96-97 James Suckling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2025 d'Issan is fabulous. Inky and racy to the core, the 2025 Issan has so much to offer. Crème de cassis, menthol, licorice, cloves, gravel and mocha all meld together in the glass. Sumptuous and seamless with exceptional balance, the 2025 is a real stunner. This is an especially dense d'Issan that reflects the intensity of the year. Tasted two times.~94-96 Vinous Media\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCassis, black cherries, smoky tobacco, graphite, and a chalky minerality all shine from the 2025 Château D'Issan, a blend of 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc, 2% Malbec, and 2% Petit Verdot that's being raised in 50% new barriques with the balance in once-used barrels. 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It kicks in at the end with incredible intensity and focus. 13% alcohol. 65% whole cluster. 54% cabernet franc, 29% cabernet sauvignon and 17% merlot, mostly co-fermented. ~ 99-100 James Suckling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cstrong\u003e 2025 Les Carmes Haut-Brion is a huge, powerful wine that is going to need many years to come into its own. \u003c\/strong\u003eDark red\/purplish fruit, lavender, incense, melted road tar and licorice make a bold entrance. Fertility in the Merlots was low. As a result, the 2025 has the highest amount of Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon ever, 83% in total as opposed to the more typical 70% or so. Whole clusters, always a part of the approach here, are 65%. Time on skins was 45 days at 27°C (80.6°F) compared to the 35 days at 30°C (86°F) that is more typical. Readers will find an especially deep, potent Carmes, a wine that will need the better part of a decade to shed some of its considerable baby fat. It's a telling example of the vintage, with 1% less alcohol than in most recent years. Today the 2025 is a mere infant. 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We are a reliable and successful bridge for our clients to access significant allocations from the top Chateau, negociants and other direct importers.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis is a BHW Direct Import\/Ex-Chateau item. \u003c\/b\u003eThis is a futures item that is expected to deliver in 2028.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may be charged a small ground shipping fee. However, this is NOT the actual amount due to ship when it arrives in two years. The actual shipping cost will be communicated to you and charged at the time of shipping in 2028.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt the time of arrival, we will contact you to confirm your shipping address and collect the shipping charge per your preference. Please be sure to provide your correct contact information.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNote: If there are US tariffs in place at the time of importation, those costs will be passed on to you. Please review our terms and \u003cspan draggable=\"true\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bighammerwines.com\/pages\/terms\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econditions of sale.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWell composed, structured and nicely framed, with a medium to full body and fine, firm tannins. Textural and slightly chalky on the palate. Solid and focused, with a long, driven finish.\u003cstrong\u003e An elegant, refine and holistic wine\u003c\/strong\u003e. The shows depth structre and finesse. 65% cabernet sauvignon, 30% merlot, 3% cabernet franc, and 2% petit verot. ~ 96-97 James Suckling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2025 Phélan Ségur was picked between September 10 and 26 at 29 hl\/ha, matured in 55% new oak barrels. 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