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Here's the deal: Meyney sits right next to Château Montrose (2nd growth) and Calon-Ségur (3rd growth), both commanding $120+ per bottle. Same neighborhood, same terroir, totally different price tag.

This stunning Château perches high above the Gironde estuary, ruling over 126 acres of pure vineyard gold. The estate's been around since the 17th century when monks first planted vines here. Everything changed in 2004 when new owners brought in Hubert de Bouard - the mastermind behind Château Angelus - to work his magic. Result? Meyney is now making the best wine of its 400-year history.

The location is absolutely dialed in. The estuary blocks those killer frosts while 35-40 year old vines climb a steep 20-meter slope, draining perfectly through coveted Garonne gravels.

The vines climb to an altitude of 20 meters up, quite a steep slope, ensuring good natural drainage of the soil. Similar to “Pétrus”, a layer of blue clay about 10 feet thick lies at a depth of 8 feet below the surface. These remarkable natural factors give the wine an exceptional richness.

Bottom line: This is premium Saint-Estèphe terroir at insider prices, before everyone figures it out.

A Cru Bourgeois is a Bordeaux designation that highlights wines from exceptional estates in the Médoc, just shy of the elite Grand Cru Classé status. These wines offer outstanding quality and terroir expression, providing a taste of Bordeaux's finest at a more accessible price. It's the hidden gem for savvy wine lovers who appreciate richness, structure, and depth—without the price tag of the big names.

 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and 10% Petit Verdot. The wine is intensely aromatic with dark fruit and a gamey earthy quality. The palate is big without being overwhelming.

This wine has density and some firm tannins. A spectacular vineyard that faces the Gironde estuary, this estate gives a rich wine that needs some serious aging. Drink this wine, with its black-currant fruits and solid tannins from 2027. ~94 Wine Enshutiast

A refined and complex expression for the vintage with sweet red chili pepper, cassis, red plums, pencil shavings and a cedary edge. Medium to full body with silky, fine tannins and a lengthy, polished finish. An overachiever here that shows finesse and sophistication. Already a joy to drink now, but should age nicely in the next decade. ~93 James Suckling

Brilliant and decidedly engaging nose shows notes of cherries, raspberries, currants, blackberries, guarana and coriander. Medium body, soft tannins and a very pleasant, smooth finish. A blend of 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot and 12% Petit Verdot. Best since 2025. ~92 Winescritic.com

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