{"title":"The Saint Emilion Grand Crus We Can’t Live Without","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"2018-chateau-troplong-mondot-saint-emilion-grand-cru","title":"2018 Chateau Troplong Mondot Saint Emilion Grand Cru","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Gorgeous Intensity and Freshness\" ~98 James Suckling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"This is a Brilliant Troplong\" ~97 Decanter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Not Just Delicious, It's Seriously Interesting Too\" ~96 Robert Parker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e96 Point Vintage, Vinous Media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrand Cru Classé St-Emilion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping in 6 or More Bottles\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e","brand":"Chateau Troplong Mondot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37728746733744,"sku":"TMSE18","price":148.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/files\/2018ChateauTroplongMondotSaintEmilionGrandCru.webp?v=1746320726"},{"product_id":"2021-chateau-petit-figeac-saint-emilion","title":"2021 Chateau Petit-Figeac Saint Emilion Grand Cru","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecond Wine from 1er Grand Cru Clasé A Chateau\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Sexy and Not Many 2021s Are That Sexy\" ~Decanter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWinemaker Consultant Michel Rolland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping on 12 or More Bottles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChâteau-Figeac has always been acknowledged as \u003cstrong\u003eone of the top Bordeaux wines with the best ageing potential.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau Figeac isn't just any winery; it's a piece of Bordeaux's past\u003c\/strong\u003e. With roots tracing back to ancient times, this estate has stood the test of time, producing wines that honor centuries of craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExploring the grounds of Chateau Figeac reveals a blend of ancient and modern. From Roman remnants to Renaissance architecture, every corner tells a story of the past, inviting visitors to experience Bordeaux's heritage firsthand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuided by Thierry Manoncourt's vision, Chateau Figeac embraces progress while staying true to tradition. With innovations like stainless steel fermentation vats and the introduction of second wines, the estate stands as a pioneer in modern winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter a period of evolution, Chateau Figeac is back and better than ever. \u003cstrong\u003eUnder Michel Rolland's guidance, the estate has reclaimed its Prime status.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePetit-Figeac is Chateau Figeac's stunning second wine. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eSince 1945, Château-Figeac has produced a second wine, introduced by Thierry Manoncourt, one of the first Bordeaux winemakers to focus on strict quality. \u003cstrong\u003eFrom 2012, this wine has been called Petit-Figeac and is made only from grapes grown on the Château-Figeac estate.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003ePetit-Figeac is carefully selected during blending by the talented team at Château-Figeac. It's lighter and more approachable than the main wine, with a smooth texture and a charming character that shows itself earlier. It's the perfect way to experience the style of the estate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e50% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cabernet Franc. The 2021 Petit-Figeac is a beautiful, fresh, and delightful wine. It offers lovely aromas of raspberry, violets, blood orange, and rose petals. Medium-bodied with soft tannins and a bright, juicy core of fruit, it's a wine that's hard to resist once it's released.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCritical Reviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis wine has beautiful aromas of graphite with plums, berries and some dried flowers. Medium-bodied with juicy fruit and an iron and chocolate undertone.\u003c\/strong\u003e Firm and integrated tannins and a lightly chewy finish. \u003cstrong\u003eSerious for the vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e, it needs to come around with bottle age. First year in the new winery. Best after 2027. ~95 JS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoft florally, lightly delicate flowers, blue fruits and spices. \u003cstrong\u003eGorgeous succulence and texture\u003c\/strong\u003e - fluffy almost, textured, pillowy, the flavours caresses the mouth and linger. Salty, spicy, liquorice, tobacco and clove, but fruity too with the cleanest finish. \u003cstrong\u003eDelicious. A serious second wine, one of enjoyment\u003c\/strong\u003e, juicy blackcurrant, black cherry and chalk. \u003cstrong\u003eSexy and not many 2021s are that sexy, they're more svelte\u003c\/strong\u003e. Great character. ~94 Decanter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 2021 Petit-Figeac is gorgeous\u003c\/strong\u003e. Soft, pliant and beautifully understated, the 2021 is a fine choice for drinking now and over the next decade. Sweet red cherry, red plum, flowers and blood orange all take shape nicely. \u003cstrong\u003eThis is a fine second wine\u003c\/strong\u003e . ~91 Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBased on 50% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc, and the rest Cabernet Sauvignon brought up in 30% new wood, the 2021 Petit-Figeac is a delicious, forward, incredibly charming second wine that has classic currant, tobacco, and floral aromatics, medium body, ripe, polished tannins, and outstanding length. \u003cstrong\u003eIt’s a terrific, outstanding second wine that already offers pleasure yet should evolve nicely over the coming 7-8 years, if not longer.\u003c\/strong\u003e ~90 Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Petit-Figeac is an \u003cstrong\u003eimmensely pretty, pure, charming wine\u003c\/strong\u003e, bursting with aromas of raspberry coulis, violets, blood orange and rose petals, followed by a medium-bodied, supple and suave palate that's bright and precise, with a succulent core of fruit and melting tannins. \u003cstrong\u003eIt will be hard to resist on release.\u003c\/strong\u003e ~90 RP\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\" center=\"\" text-align:=\"\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 12 or More Bottles of This Wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chateau Petit-Figeac","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45845513601259,"sku":"CPFSE21","price":72.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/files\/2021_Chateau_Petit-Figeac_Saint_Emilion_Grand_Cru-B.webp?v=1749467004"},{"product_id":"2015-le-carre-saint-emilion-grand-cru","title":"2015 Le Carre Saint Emilion Grand Cru","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e97 Point Stellar Vintage  ~Vinous Media\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eImmaculate Tannins and Mouthfeel\" ~95 JS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-style: italic;\" data-mce-style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBHW has the Lowest Price Anywhere!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping on 12 or More Bottles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Red Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLe Carre, a gem of a wine from the heart of Saint Emilion, is a rarity from a tiny 3.7 acre vineyard parcel. \u003cb\u003eNestled close to the iconic estates of Chateau Clos Fourtet, Chateau Beau-Sejour Becot, and Chateau Canon, it shares one of the most desirable terroirs in the region\u003c\/b\u003e—the famed St. Emilion plateau.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis exclusive vineyard, \u003cb\u003enow owned by Jonathan Maltus, was once part of the legendary Chateau Canon\u003c\/b\u003e. The vines themselves have history, previously part of the now-defunct Chateau Cure Bon estate. \u003cb\u003eLe Carre’s first vintage under Maltus was the 2005 release\u003c\/b\u003e, a year many wine enthusiasts still rave about for the almost perfect conditions in Saint Emilion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Le Carre vineyard sits on a bed of clay and limestone, a perfect combination for crafting a blend that’s 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc. \u003cb\u003eThe magic begins in the modern, gravity-flow cellars of Chateau Teyssier, where every drop of wine is meticulously handled.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf you’re lucky enough to snag a bottle of Le Carre, don’t be in a rush. \u003cb\u003eThis is a wine that rewards patience\u003c\/b\u003e. Translation? Today is the PERFECT day to pop open this beauty!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eJonathan Maltus has taken a small, historic piece of St. Emilion and turned it into something extraordinary.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe 2015 vintage in Saint-Emilion is one to stock up on. This year received multiple 95+ scores from major wine critics. Vinous Media awarded this year a 97 score and said, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Bordeaux enjoyed its strongest vintage in a number of years in 2015. The 2015s are spectacularly rich, racy wines loaded with personality. On the Right Bank, the wines are intense and, at times, freakishly concentrated. The best 2015s on the Right Bank are superb.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA blend of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc, the deep garnet-purple colored 2015 Le Carre opens with crème de cassis and blackberry preserves notes with touches of licorice, chocolate box and black soil plus a touch of cloves. Medium to full-bodied, concentrated and firm, it offers grainy tannins with lovely eclectic spice layers coming through on the long finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritical Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVibrant, summer-berry compote wrapped in a sheen of baking spices and fresh cedary oak. The palate’s supple, even and plush with densely layered mocha, dark-plum and dark-cherry flavors. \u003cstrong\u003eImmaculate tannins and mouthfeel\u003c\/strong\u003e. Best from 2022. ~95 James Sucking \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rich, full-bodied 2015 Le Carré is locked and loaded, offering powerful notes of black raspberries, tobacco leaf, and chocolate. A blend of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc that was brought in early to mid-October, this seriously endowed Saint Emilion still maintains a terrific sense of elegance and purity, and has building, ripe tannins hiding under its fruit. \u003cstrong\u003eDrink this brilliant effort any time over the coming 10-15 years.\u003c\/strong\u003e ~95 Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" aria-label=\"Translated text: Dark ruby ​​garnet, violet reflections, delicate edge lightening, ripe cherry fruit underlined with fine hints of spice, fine plum fruit. Powerful, extract-sweet core, firm, well-integrated tannins, chocolaty touch on the finish, mineral aftertaste, delicate bitter chocolate finish, good future potential.\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwjQl4qgqaWJAxULL9AFHT0QLLYQ3ewLegQIChAU\" id=\"tw-target-text\" data-placeholder=\"Translation\" class=\"tw-data-text tw-text-large tw-ta\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en\" class=\"Y2IQFc\"\u003eDark ruby ​​garnet, violet reflections, delicate edge lightening, ripe cherry fruit underlined with fine hints of spice, fine plum fruit. Powerful, extract-sweet core, firm, well-integrated tannins, chocolaty touch on the finish, mineral aftertaste, delicate bitter chocolate finish, good future potential. ~93-95 Falstaff\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThis wine is dense with super ripe tannins. It has \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003erich black-plum \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eand berry fruits along with an opulent texture typical of this wine in good vintages. \u003cstrong\u003eAlong with its power, the wine has great acidity to keep the aftertaste crisp and fruity. \u003c\/strong\u003eDrink from 2024. ~94 Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAs is the case with all of Jonathan Maltus's 2015s, the Le Carre is quite a bit better-balanced and convincing from bottle than it was from barrel. Torrefaction, chocolate, new leather, plum and spice all fuse together in a \u003cstrong\u003ebold, sumptuous Saint-Emilion that beautifully expresses Maltus's style\u003c\/strong\u003e. I would give the 2015 a few years to fully absorb all of its oak. This is a terrific showing. Le Carre is 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc. ~93 Vinous Media \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA blend of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc, the deep garnet-purple colored 2015 Le Carre opens with crème de cassis and blackberry preserves notes with touches of licorice, chocolate box and black soil plus a touch of cloves. \u003cstrong\u003eMedium to full-bodied, concentrated and firm, it offers grainy tannins with lovely eclectic spice layers coming through on the long finish. \u003c\/strong\u003e~92 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJonathan Maltus has made a lovely wine here in 2015, \u003c\/strong\u003ethe low yields emphasising the power of clay over limestone terroir. 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