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		<title>Château Angelus Premier Grand Cru Classé &#8220;A&#8221; Saint-Émilion AOC</title>
		<link>https://vinumlector.com/our-wine/france/bordeaux/saint-emilion/chateau-angelus-premier-grand-cru-classe-a-saint-emilion-grand-cru-aoc/</link>
		
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:14:59 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[In the last thirty years, Hubert de Boüard de Laforest has constantly challenged practices and techniques for the benefit of his land and the unique characteristics of the wines grown on it, enabling Château Angelus to be recognised as one of the foremost properties in its appellation area. This recognition has been documented in one classification after another, the last of which awarded Château Angelus the status of Premier Grand Cru Classé "A".

2019 will go down as one of the very top vintages made by the estate. This wine is the mirror-image of the Angélus terroir: chiselled and precise. It also offers immediate tasting appeal, which complements well the wine’s elegant style. This is a wine that will go down as one of the great Angelus vintages.

<span dir="auto"><em>«This was my 35th vintage, and the more time passes, the more I’m convinced that the 2019 will turn out to be a great Bordeaux vintage. Personally, I believe that it could be greater than our 2018.»</em> - HUBERT de BOÜARD de LAFOREST</span>

<strong>VARIETALS</strong>
60% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Franc

<strong>VINTAGE</strong>
2019 - <a href="http://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Chateau-Angelus-Premier-Grand-Cru-Classe-A-Saint-Emilion-AOC-2019.pdf"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1196" src="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/if_pdfs_774684.png" alt="" width="15" height="20" /> Download Tasting Note</a>]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>TECHNICAL DATA</strong><br />
Alcohol 14.5%</p>
<p><strong>APPEARANCE</strong><br />
A brilliant, intense, dark purple colour.</p>
<p><strong>NOSE</strong><br />
Black fruit and wild cherry notes come bursting to the fore, while the oak is already completely integrated.</p>
<p><strong>PALATE</strong><br />
The attack on the palate is suave, while the smooth, round and enve-loping tannins are cashmere-like in texture. The finish, thanks to the homogenously high quality of the Cabernet Franc, displays notes of spice and menthol, together with lovely freshness and tension.</p>
<p><strong>AGEING</strong><br />
Aged for 22 months in 100% new French oak barrels after cold pre-fermentation maceration.</p>
<p><strong>PAIRING</strong><br />
It pairs perfectly with classic dishes like prime rib, roasted lamb, or duck breast.</p>
<p><strong>RATINGS</strong></p>
<h3><strong class="photoswipe-wrapper">98pts <a class="dt-pswp-item pspw-wrap-ready" href="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1.jpg" data-dt-img-description="" data-large_image_width="1459" data-large_image_height="140"><img decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-1073" src="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1-300x29.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" srcset="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1-300x29.jpg 300w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1-768x74.jpg 768w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1-1024x98.jpg 1024w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1-600x58.jpg 600w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1.jpg 1459w" alt="" width="200" height="19" /></a></strong></h3>
<h3><strong class="photoswipe-wrapper">97pts <a href="http://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Jeb-Dunnuck.jpg"><img decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-3609" src="http://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Jeb-Dunnuck-300x52.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="35" srcset="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Jeb-Dunnuck-300x52.jpg 300w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Jeb-Dunnuck-600x105.jpg 600w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Jeb-Dunnuck-1024x179.jpg 1024w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Jeb-Dunnuck-768x134.jpg 768w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Jeb-Dunnuck.jpg 1146w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" /></a></strong></h3>
<h3><strong class="photoswipe-wrapper">97pts <a href="http://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Decanter-Logo.png"><img decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-1072" src="http://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Decanter-Logo-300x70.png" alt="" width="150" height="35" srcset="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Decanter-Logo-300x70.png 300w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Decanter-Logo.png 514w" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" /></a></strong></h3>
<h3><strong class="photoswipe-wrapper">96pts <a href="http://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Robert-Parker-Wine-Advocate.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-4453" src="http://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Robert-Parker-Wine-Advocate-300x159.png" alt="" width="150" height="80" srcset="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Robert-Parker-Wine-Advocate-300x159.png 300w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Robert-Parker-Wine-Advocate-600x319.png 600w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Robert-Parker-Wine-Advocate-1024x544.png 1024w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Robert-Parker-Wine-Advocate-768x408.png 768w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Robert-Parker-Wine-Advocate.png 1191w" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" /></a></strong></h3>
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		<title>Tempo d&#8217;Angelus Bordeaux AOC by Château Angelus GCC</title>
		<link>https://vinumlector.com/our-wine/france/bordeaux/saint-emilion/tempo-dangelus-bordeaux-aoc-by-chateau-angelus-gcc/</link>
		
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 08:46:24 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[In the last thirty years, Hubert de Boüard de Laforest has constantly challenged practices and techniques for the benefit of his land and the unique characteristics of the wines grown on it, enabling Château Angelus to be recognised as one of the foremost properties in its appellation area. This recognition has been documented in one classification after another, the last of which awarded Château Angelus the status of Premier Grand Cru Classé "A".

<span dir="auto">Made exclusively with </span><span dir="auto">vines belonging to Château Angelus</span><span dir="auto">, </span><span dir="auto">parcels acquired in 2017 located in Castillon-la-Bataille, </span><span dir="auto">Saint-Magne-de-Castillon, Sainte-Colombe and in the Francs sector, </span><span dir="auto">a few kilometers from Saint-Émilion on </span><span dir="auto">magnificent clay-limestone hillsides</span><span dir="auto"> dominated by tuff and marl. </span><span dir="auto">Tempo d'Angelus is vinified in a cellar specifically designed for it, within the "Chai Carillon" complex, where it benefits from the </span><span dir="auto">latest technologies and all of Angelus' expertise</span><span dir="auto">.</span>

<em><span dir="auto">“ </span><span dir="auto">Tempo d’Angelus was conceived '</span><span dir="auto">as a step aside'</span><span dir="auto">, a transposition of everything that constitutes the Angelus universe of excellence into an </span><span dir="auto">accessible</span></em><span dir="auto"><em> format.</em>” - </span><span dir="auto">STÉPHANIE de BOÜARD-RIVOAL</span>

<strong>VARIETALS</strong>
90% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc

<strong>VINTAGE</strong>
2023 - <a href="http://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Tempo-dAngelus-Bordeaux-AOC-by-Chateau-Angelus-GCC-2023.pdf"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1196" src="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/if_pdfs_774684.png" alt="" width="15" height="20" /> Download Tasting Note</a>

2024 - <a href="http://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Tempo-dAngelus-Bordeaux-AOC-by-Chateau-Angelus-GCC-2024.pdf"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1196" src="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/if_pdfs_774684.png" alt="" width="15" height="20" /> Download Tasting Note</a>]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>TECHNICAL DATA</strong><br />
Alcohol 13.5%</p>
<p><strong>APPEARANCE</strong><br />
The color is clear and dark.</p>
<p><strong>NOSE</strong><br />
The nose bursts with fresh red berry fruit aromas, tiny berries and cherries, enhanced by subtle notes of oak.</p>
<p><strong>PALATE</strong><br />
The palate gives a sensation of verticality, enhanced by a fine acidity which donates the wine great freshness and pure character. The finish is lingering with subtle notes of roast coffee beans and oak coming through.</p>
<p><strong>AGEING</strong><br />
Unlike the Grand Vin, Tempo utilizes a partial ageing of 18 months in French oak barrels, approximately 40% new.</p>
<p><strong>PAIRING</strong><br />
Its structure makes it a versatile partner for classic French cuisine and a variety of international dishes.</p>
<p><strong>RATINGS</strong></p>
<h3><strong class="photoswipe-wrapper">93pts <a href="http://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Decanter-Logo.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone  wp-image-1072" src="http://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Decanter-Logo-300x70.png" alt="" width="150" height="35" srcset="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Decanter-Logo-300x70.png 300w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Decanter-Logo.png 514w" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" /></a></strong></h3>
<h3><strong class="photoswipe-wrapper">91-92pts <a class="dt-pswp-item pspw-wrap-ready" href="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1.jpg" data-dt-img-description="" data-large_image_width="1459" data-large_image_height="140"><img decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-1073" src="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1-300x29.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" srcset="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1-300x29.jpg 300w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1-768x74.jpg 768w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1-1024x98.jpg 1024w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1-600x58.jpg 600w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1.jpg 1459w" alt="" width="200" height="19" /></a></strong></h3>
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		<title>Château Croizet-Bages Pauillac Grand Cru Classé AOC</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Vinum Lector Staff]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 05:43:45 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The origin of the name Château Croizet-Bages dates back to the 17th century when the Croizet brothers, an emblematic dynasty of the Médoc landscape, founded this estate in the heart of the Pauillac appellation.
<p class="big"><span dir="auto">Pauillacais by nature, the wines of Château Croizet-Bages are sunny and generous.</span></p>

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<span dir="auto">To perfect the most delicate blends, Merlot, harvested relatively early, brings roundness to the grand vin. With notes of candied cherry, it expresses all the purity of a crisp and charming fruit. Petit Verdot, present in a tiny quantity and not every vintage, lends its vibrant color to the wine. The backbone of the grand vin, Cabernet Sauvignon, contributes a long, aromatic power that will reveal itself after a few years of aging. With notes of black fruit and cedar, the tannic structure reveals richness, breadth, and generosity.</span>

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For more info, visit <strong>Château <span dir="auto">Croizet</span>-Bages</strong> <a href="http://www.domaines-quie.com">website</a>.

<strong>VARIETALS</strong>
55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 41% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc

<strong>VINTAGE </strong>
2016

<a href="http://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Chateau-Croizet-Bages-Pauillac-Grand-Cru-Classe-AOC-2016.pdf"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1196" src="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/if_pdfs_774684.png" alt="" width="15" height="20" /> Download Tasting Note</a>]]></description>
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Alcohol 13.5%</p>
<p><strong>APPEARANCE</strong><br />
Dark ruby color.</p>
<p><strong>NOSE</strong><br />
A traditional, highly expressive Pauillac bouquet combining dark currants, cedar wood, pencil lead graphite, tobacco, and subtle vanilla spice.</p>
<p><strong>PALATE</strong><br />
Balanced and medium-bodied with an approachable, smooth entry. The mid-palate offers juicy black fruit layered with fine grained, firm tannins and a savory, saline mineral character.</p>
<p><strong>AGEING</strong><br />
12 months in French oak barrels, utilizing 50% new oak.</p>
<p><strong>PAIRING</strong><br />
This Pauillac complements roasted red meats, classic garlic-and-rosemary roasted lamb, duck breast reductions, and hard cheeses like aged Comté.</p>
<p><strong>RATINGS</strong></p>
<h3><strong>92pts <a class="dt-pswp-item" href="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Decanter-Logo.png" data-dt-img-description="" data-large_image_width="514" data-large_image_height="120"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-1072" src="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Decanter-Logo-300x70.png" alt="" width="150" height="35" srcset="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Decanter-Logo-300x70.png 300w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Decanter-Logo.png 514w" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" /></a></strong></h3>
<h3><strong>90pts <a href="http://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/wine-enthusiast-new-logo.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-4775" src="http://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/wine-enthusiast-new-logo.png" alt="" width="200" height="38" /></a></strong></h3>
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		<title>Le Petit Lion du Marquis de Las Cases Saint-Julien AOC (Château Léoville Las Cases 2nd wine)</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 22:19:35 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Château Léoville Las Cases is one of the most emblematic estates in the prestigious Saint-Julien appellation on the Left Bank of the Bordeaux region, with vintage after vintage reaching new heights of excellence and elegance.

The Second Wine of Château Léoville Las Cases, Le Petit Lion du Marquis de Las Cases was created in 2007 and is made from plots of vines in the Clos Léoville Las Cases. Combined with the presence of gravelly soils derived from the Günz, resting on subsoils of a gravelly-sandy nature with more or less deep clay, the terroir of Château Léoville Las Cases combines all the conditions needed to produce vintages with legendary allure.

For more info, visit <strong>Château Léoville Las Cases </strong><a href="http://www.domaines-delon.com">website</a>.

<strong>VARIETALS</strong>
55.5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38.5% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc

<strong>VINTAGE</strong>

2022

<a href="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Le-Petit-Lion-du-Marquis-de-Las-Cases-Saint-Julien-AOC-2022-1.pdf"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1196" src="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/if_pdfs_774684.png" alt="" width="15" height="20" /> Download Tasting Note</a>]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>TECHNICAL DATA</strong><br />
Alcohol 14%</p>
<p><strong>APPEARANCE</strong><br />
Deep ruby red dress.</p>
<p><strong>NOSE</strong><br />
The nose offers a primary, fragrant bouquet dominated by black currant, blueberry jam, and plum, interspersed with notes of violet, anise, and shaved tobacco.</p>
<p><strong>PALATE</strong><br />
Medium-to-full-bodied with an initially dense and tightly woven tannic structure. The mid-palate opens up with layers of rich black fruit, a velvety texture, and a mineral, saline-driven finish.</p>
<p><strong>AGEING</strong><br />
Matured in French oak barrels, utilizing roughly 39% new oak.</p>
<p><strong>PAIRING</strong><br />
Pairs elegantly alongside savory proteins like roast lamb, duck breast, ribeye steak, or wild venison game dishes.</p>
<p><strong>RATINGS</strong></p>
<h3><strong>94pts <a class="dt-pswp-item" href="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Decanter-Logo.png" data-dt-img-description="" data-large_image_width="514" data-large_image_height="120"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone  wp-image-1072" src="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Decanter-Logo-300x70.png" alt="" width="150" height="35" srcset="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Decanter-Logo-300x70.png 300w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Decanter-Logo.png 514w" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" /></a></strong></h3>
<h3><strong>94pts </strong><strong><a class="dt-pswp-item" href="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Jeb-Dunnuck.jpg" data-dt-img-description="" data-large_image_width="1146" data-large_image_height="200"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone  wp-image-3609" src="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Jeb-Dunnuck-300x52.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="26" srcset="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Jeb-Dunnuck-300x52.jpg 300w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Jeb-Dunnuck-600x105.jpg 600w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Jeb-Dunnuck-1024x179.jpg 1024w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Jeb-Dunnuck-768x134.jpg 768w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Jeb-Dunnuck.jpg 1146w" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" /></a></strong></h3>
<h3><strong>94pts <a class="dt-pswp-item" href="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/falstaff-logo.jpg" data-dt-img-description="" data-large_image_width="434" data-large_image_height="152"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-5186" src="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/falstaff-logo-300x105.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="53" srcset="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/falstaff-logo-300x105.jpg 300w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/falstaff-logo.jpg 434w" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" /></a></strong></h3>
<h3><strong>4.1 <a class="dt-pswp-item" href="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/vivino-logo.png" data-dt-img-description="" data-large_image_width="456" data-large_image_height="110"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-4519" src="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/vivino-logo-300x72.png" alt="" width="150" height="36" srcset="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/vivino-logo-300x72.png 300w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/vivino-logo.png 456w" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" /></a></strong></h3>
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		<title>Chanoine de Balestard Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOC (Château Balestard La Tonnelle 2nd wine)</title>
		<link>https://vinumlector.com/our-wine/france/bordeaux/saint-emilion/chanoine-de-balestard-saint-emilion-grand-cru-aoc-chateau-balestard-la-tonnelle-2nd-wine/</link>
		
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 22:19:35 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Created in 2021, Chanoine de Balestard, the second wine of Château Balestard La Tonnelle, is named after Balestard, a canon of the Chapter of Saint-Émilion. Derived from a strict selection during blending and young vines of the estate, Chanoine de Balestard, with its roundness, balance, and freshness, can be enjoyed from a young age.

Discover the Chanoine de Balestard 2022, an elegant and complex red wine from the Bordeaux vineyards. This vintage offers beautiful aromatic depth and a refined tannic structure, ideal for lovers of fine wines.

<strong>VARIETALS</strong>
70% Merlot, 22% Cabernet Franc, 8% Cabernet Sauvignon

<strong>VINTAGE</strong>
2022

<a href="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Chanoine-de-Balestard-Saint-Emilion-Grand-Cru-AOC-2022.pdf"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1196" src="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/if_pdfs_774684.png" alt="" width="15" height="20" /> Download Tasting Note</a>]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>TECHNICAL DATA</strong><br />
Alcohol 14%</p>
<p><strong>APPEARANCE</strong><br />
Ruby, prune color, dense and full.</p>
<p><strong>NOSE</strong><br />
Distinguished by its intense and expressive nose, with complex notes of dark cherry, black fruit jam, blackcurrant, figs and violet, showing a very Cabernet Franc profile.</p>
<p><strong>PALATE</strong><br />
Very smooth attack, linear and balanced, with silky tannins and a beautiful length. Flavors of black cherry, plum, and licorice blend harmoniously with undergrowth and leather notes, offering a rich and balanced tasting experience with a well-integrated use of wood. A good satisfying Bordeaux.</p>
<p><strong>AGEING</strong><br />
In French oak barrels, 50% new and 50% one-year-old.</p>
<p><strong>PAIRING</strong><br />
Try it with spiced duck breast or beef fillet with mushrooms. Also an excellent companion for braised dishes and stews.</p>
<p><strong>RATINGS</strong></p>
<h3><strong class="photoswipe-wrapper">3.8 <a class="dt-pswp-item pspw-wrap-ready" href="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/vivino-logo.png" data-dt-img-description="" data-large_image_width="456" data-large_image_height="110"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-4519" src="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/vivino-logo-300x72.png" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" srcset="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/vivino-logo-300x72.png 300w, https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/vivino-logo.png 456w" alt="" width="150" height="36" /></a></strong></h3>
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		<title>Haut-Mouleyre Crémant de Bordeaux Extra Brut</title>
		<link>https://vinumlector.com/our-wine/france/bordeaux/haut-mouleyre-cremant-de-bordeaux-extra-brut/</link>
		
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		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:31:08 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Located in the village of Escoussans, near Cadillac on the right bank of the Garonne River, Haut-Mouleyre produces a diverse range of sparkling, red and white wines.

Haut-Mouleyre Crémant de Bordeaux Extra Brut<!--TgQPHd&#124;&#124;[]--> is a crisp, refreshing French sparkling wine produced in the <span class="" data-sfc-cp="" data-sfc-root="ep" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true" data-processed="true" data-copy-service-computed-style="font-family: &#34;Google Sans&#34;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);">Bordeaux<!--TgQPHd&#124;&#124;[[&#34;https://www.drinx.si/penece-vino-cremant-de-bordeaux-brut-chateau-haut-mouleyre-0-75-l&#34;,null,null,[null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,[{&#34;1218&#34;:[16]}]],16,null,&#34;Peneče vino Cremant de Bordeaux Brut Chateau Haut ... - Drinx&#34;,&#34;Značilnosti izdelka: Država: Francija. Letnik: non vintage. Litraža: 0,75. Proizvajalec: Chateau Haut-Mouleyre. Regija: Bordeaux ; Litraža: 0,75. Proizvajalec: Chateau Haut-Mouleyre. Regija: Bordeaux. Sorta: Zvrst. Stil: Sveže belo. Stopnja sladkorja: brut ; Proizvajalec: Chateau Haut-Mouleyre. Regija: Bordeaux. Sorta: Zvrst. Stil: Sveže belo. Stopnja sladkorja: brut ; Proizvajalec: Chateau Haut-Mouleyre. Regija: Bordeaux. Sorta: Zvrst. Stil: Sveže belo. Stopnja sladkorja: brut ; Proizvajalec: Chateau Haut-Mouleyre. Regija: Bordeaux. Sorta: Zvrst. Stil: Sveže belo. Stopnja sladkorja: brut ; Proizvajalec: Chateau Haut-Mouleyre. Regija: Bordeaux. Sorta: Zvrst. Stil: Sveže belo. Stopnja sladkorja: brut.&#34;,&#34;https://encrypted-tbn2.gstatic.com/images?qu003dtbn:ANd9GcTYzXThTM7pqwQ0OSh9fQLzpd9OEUQi8RCIZk2PDwUU5DNcEu3py_JzduSxMerY0CxG2IWl0hwYP4Ak408&#34;,&#34;Drinx.si&#34;,&#34;https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/faviconV2?urlu003dhttps://www.drinx.siu0026clientu003dAIMu0026sizeu003d128u0026typeu003dFAVICONu0026fallback_optsu003dTYPE,SIZE,URL&#34;,[[1783522266377332,117629175,1931403436],null,null,null,null,[[1,11]]],null,&#34;1c363531-db48-472b-99dd-a28e08db2bba&#34;]]--></span> region, which highlights the region's sparkling winemaking tradition using the <em class="eujQNb" data-sfc-root="ep" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true" data-processed="true" data-copy-service-computed-style="font-family: &#34;Google Sans&#34;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);">méthode traditionelle<!--TgQPHd&#124;&#124;[]--></em> (the identical bottle-fermentation process used in Champagne).

<strong>VARIETALS</strong>
80% Cabernet Franc, 20% Merlot

<strong>VINTAGE</strong>
NV

<a href="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Haut-Mouleyre-Cremant-de-Bordeaux-Extra-Brut-NV.pdf"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1196" src="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/if_pdfs_774684.png" alt="" width="15" height="20" /> Download Tasting Note</a>]]></description>
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Alcohol 12%<br />
Residual sugar 4 g/l</p>
<p><strong>APPEARANCE</strong><br />
Pale yellow hue with green highlights and a persistent stream of fine bubbles.</p>
<p><strong>NOSE</strong><br />
Very charming complexity, balancing the zest of lemon sorbet with the rich, indulgent aroma of brioche.</p>
<p><strong>PALATE</strong><br />
Prominent notes of green apple, citrus, pear and melon, balanced by a fine streak of mineral salinity and a subtle, toasty brioche finish from extended aging on the lees.</p>
<p><strong>AGEING</strong><br />
Crafted using the méthode traditionnelle, it’s maturing 20 months on fine lees.</p>
<p><strong>PAIRING</strong><br />
An ideal match for raw oysters, sushi, crab, and grilled shellfish, it pairs perfectly with charcuterie boards, light salads, and soft cheeses. Excellent purely on its own as a refreshing aperitif for celebrations.</p>
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		<title>La Dame de Montrose Saint-Estèphe AOC (Château Montrose GCC 2nd wine)</title>
		<link>https://vinumlector.com/our-wine/france/bordeaux/saint-estephe/la-dame-de-montrose-saint-estephe-aoc-chateau-montrose-gcc-2nd-wine/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[martin]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:30:45 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<div class="flex_column av_one_half flex_column_div first avia-builder-el-4 el_after_av_font_icon el_before_av_one_half "><section class="av_textblock_section ">
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The history of Montrose, written in two centuries by three families of owners, is depositary of their spirit, marked by their quest of excellence and legendary vintages. Pioneers in the Médoc, visionary builders and wise managers, all these families knew how to work and valorise this unique terroir. The estate owes them the foundation on which Montrose builds its image today and its unique place in the world of exceptional wines.
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<span dir="auto">Made from the same vineyard and with the same meticulous care as the Grand Vin, La Dame de Montrose, from a second selection, is a predominantly Merlot wine, supple and silky. Its pronounced red fruit aromas offer another expression of the terroir in a style all its own.</span>

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<span dir="auto">A reliable wine that expresses its maturity more quickly, this wine was created in 1983 in homage to Yvonne Charmolüe, who managed Château Montrose alone from 1944 to 1960. With production varying from year to year, this wine is aged for 12 months in 30% new barrels and represents on average 40 to 45% of the total production of the Montrose vineyard.</span>

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For more info, visit <strong>Château Montrose</strong> <a href="http://www.chateau-montrose.com">website</a>.

<strong>VARIETALS</strong>
49% Merlot, 43% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot

<strong>VINTAGE</strong>
2017

<a href="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/La-Dame-de-Montrose-Saint-Estephe-AOC-2017.pdf"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1196" src="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/if_pdfs_774684.png" alt="" width="15" height="20" /> Download Tasting Note</a>]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>TECHNICAL DATA</strong><br />
Alcohol 13.5%</p>
<p><strong>APPEARANCE</strong><br />
The colour is on a deep red.</p>
<p><strong>NOSE</strong><br />
The very expressive nose is slightly woody, dominated by black fruits (blueberry, blackberry and black cherry). It also reveals subtle notes of cedar and tobacco leaves.</p>
<p><strong>PALATE</strong><br />
Tension and length in mouth are combined with a good balance. Tannins are precise and silky. The aromas purity brings finesse and elegance.</p>
<p><strong>AGEING</strong><br />
Aged for 12 months in 30% new barrels.</p>
<p><strong>PAIRING</strong><br />
The tension and savory undertones make it an excellent match for roast lamb, prime rib beef, venison, rich stews, or hard cheeses.</p>
<p><strong>RATINGS</strong></p>
<h3><strong class="photoswipe-wrapper">94pts <a class="dt-pswp-item pspw-wrap-ready" href="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1.jpg" data-dt-img-description="" data-large_image_width="1459" data-large_image_height="140"><img decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-1073" src="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1-300x29.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" srcset="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1-300x29.jpg 300w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1-768x74.jpg 768w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1-1024x98.jpg 1024w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1-600x58.jpg 600w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1.jpg 1459w" alt="" width="200" height="19" /></a></strong></h3>
<h3><strong class="photoswipe-wrapper">92pts <a class="dt-pswp-item pspw-wrap-ready" href="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Robert-Parker-Wine-Advocate.png" data-dt-img-description="" data-large_image_width="1191" data-large_image_height="633"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-4453" src="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Robert-Parker-Wine-Advocate-300x159.png" sizes="auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" srcset="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Robert-Parker-Wine-Advocate-300x159.png 300w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Robert-Parker-Wine-Advocate-1024x544.png 1024w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Robert-Parker-Wine-Advocate-768x408.png 768w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Robert-Parker-Wine-Advocate-600x319.png 600w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Robert-Parker-Wine-Advocate.png 1191w" alt="" width="150" height="80" /></a></strong></h3>
<h3><strong class="photoswipe-wrapper">92pts <a class="dt-pswp-item pspw-wrap-ready" href="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/wine-enthusiast-new-logo.png" data-dt-img-description="" data-large_image_width="240" data-large_image_height="46"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-4775" src="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/wine-enthusiast-new-logo.png" alt="" width="150" height="29" /></a></strong></h3>
<h3><strong class="photoswipe-wrapper">92pts <a class="dt-pswp-item" href="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Jeb-Dunnuck.jpg" data-dt-img-description="" data-large_image_width="1146" data-large_image_height="200"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone  wp-image-3609" src="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Jeb-Dunnuck-300x52.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="26" srcset="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Jeb-Dunnuck-300x52.jpg 300w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Jeb-Dunnuck-600x105.jpg 600w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Jeb-Dunnuck-1024x179.jpg 1024w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Jeb-Dunnuck-768x134.jpg 768w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Jeb-Dunnuck.jpg 1146w" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" /></a></strong></h3>
<h3><strong class="photoswipe-wrapper">4.1 <a class="dt-pswp-item pspw-wrap-ready" href="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/vivino-logo.png" data-dt-img-description="" data-large_image_width="456" data-large_image_height="110"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-4519" src="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/vivino-logo-300x72.png" sizes="auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" srcset="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/vivino-logo-300x72.png 300w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/vivino-logo.png 456w" alt="" width="150" height="36" /></a></strong></h3>
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		<title>Andeluna 1300 Cabernet Franc</title>
		<link>https://vinumlector.com/our-wine/argentina/mendoza/uco-valley/andeluna-1300-cabernet-franc/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[martin]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:30:45 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The grapes used for producing this wine were extracted from vineyards located in the Uco Valley, Mendoza, at 1.300 mts. (4,300 ft.) above sea level.
This area is characterized by its wide thermal amplitude, which allows for grapes of great intensity in color, an important aromatic expression and great natural acidity.

This is a lightly spiced Cabernet Franc, with fine tannins, gentle grip and a clear, savoury character.

For more info, visit <strong>Andeluna</strong> <a href="http://www.andeluna.com.ar/">website</a>.

<strong>VARIETALS</strong>
100% Cabernet Franc

<strong>VINTAGE</strong>
2025

<a href="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Andeluna-1300-Cabernet-Franc-2025.pdf"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1196" src="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/if_pdfs_774684.png" alt="" width="15" height="20" /> Download Tasting Note</a>]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>TECHNICAL DATA</strong><br />
Alcohol 13.5%</p>
<p><strong>APPEARANCE</strong><br />
Red color with ruby highlights.</p>
<p><strong>NOSE</strong><br />
The aroma reveals subtle notes of spice, aromatic herbs, and red fruits.</p>
<p><strong>PALATE</strong><br />
Medium-bodied, juicy, and fluid with lightly chewy, soft tannins. Moderate length with a touch of white pepper and clean herbal nuances.</p>
<p><strong>AGEING</strong><br />
A brief period in second and third-use French oak barrels ensures a crisp, fresh, and fruit-forward profile without heavy wood influence.</p>
<p><strong>PAIRING</strong><br />
It complements roasted red meats, spicy or hearty stews, and grilled mushroom dishes.</p>
<p><strong>RATINGS</strong></p>
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		<title>Château Siran Margaux AOC</title>
		<link>https://vinumlector.com/our-wine/france/bordeaux/margaux/chateau-siran-margaux-aoc/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[martin]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:30:45 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Château Siran is the result of a subtle blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot, which reflects the identity of its terroir. Both powerful and subtle, Siran’s wines always seek a balance between the softness of the tannins, the intensity of the fruit and a persistent freshness. Siran wines are known for their aging potential, even long aging that will delight the most patient.

2021 is a vintage of precision, returning to a more classic, streamlined style, “The year of Cabernet the King.” After a rather overcast spring, the season gradually regained balance, allowing fine ripeness levels—especially for the Cabernets. Cabernet Sauvignon leads with clarity and finesse, supported by a very expressive Petit Verdot that brings lift and freshness, while Merlot completes the blend with roundness. Lower alcohol levels and a fine tannic frame shape a harmonious, digestible and decidedly elegant wine—in the spirit of the great “fresh” vintages. A little different from the usual style, but just as charming.

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For more info, visit <strong>Château Siran</strong> <a href="http://www.chateausiran.com">website</a>.

<strong>VARIETALS</strong>
46% Merlot, 44% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Petit Verdot, 1%Cabernet Franc

<strong>VINTAGE</strong>
2021

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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>TECHNICAL DATA</strong><br />
Alcohol 13%</p>
<p><strong>APPEARANCE</strong><br />
Intense ruby red.</p>
<p><strong>NOSE</strong><br />
The nose wafts complex scents of wild strawberry, fresh raspberry, cherry stones, tobacco, flowers, and a hint of cocoa.</p>
<p><strong>PALATE</strong><br />
It is medium-bodied, supple, and fresh, exhibiting textured slate minerality. The Petit Verdot adds a distinct spicy, delicate finish.</p>
<p><strong>AGEING</strong><br />
12 months in 35% new French oak barrels, fine grained and medium toasted.</p>
<p><strong>PAIRING</strong><br />
Pairs beautifully with grilled red meats, roasted lamb, duck, mushroom risotto, and aged hard cheeses.</p>
<p><strong>RATINGS</strong></p>
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		<title>Arômes de Pavie Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOC (Château Pavie GCC 2nd wine)</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:30:45 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The origin of the estate is very ancient. Vines have been grown on the slopes of what is now Château Pavie since the 4th century. Owned by Chantal and Gérard Perse since March 1998, Château Pavie, a 1er Grand Cru Classé “A”, boasts one of the finest terroirs in Saint-Émilion. Château Pavie is renowned for the structure and elegance of its wines.

Starting with the 2005 vintage, Château Pavie officially announces the release of a second-label wine under the name of "Arômes de Pavie” which replaces "Château Tour Simard ” because it would be easier for the consumers to recognize this wine among Perse's range. Principally from young vines that are less than ten years old, the final blend also contains numerous barrels that were remaining following the severe selection that is practiced for the first wine. The same care and attention go into the production of this wine as to Pavie itself.

The 2015 vintage in Saint-Émilion stands out for exceptional weather conditions. Arômes de Pavie 2015 is vinified in the estate’s 20 temperature-controlled wooden vats. After alcoholic fermentation and controlled maceration, the wine is aged in French oak barrels, depending on the vintages in 70% to 100% new oak, for 18 - 32 months. This method allows the oak notes to integrate harmoniously with the wine’s tannic structure.

<strong>VARIETALS</strong>
70% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon

<strong>VINTAGE</strong>
2015

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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>TECHNICAL DATA</strong><br />
Alcohol 14.5%</p>
<p><strong>APPEARANCE</strong><br />
Deep garnet-purple with dark highlights.</p>
<p><strong>NOSE</strong><br />
After aeration, notes of ripe dark fruits emerge, with nuances of warm plums, cherry compote and blackberry tart. A touch of dried lavender completes the bouquet, while notes of cedar, sandalwood, toasted walnut and roasted coffee add complexity.</p>
<p><strong>PALATE</strong><br />
This wine offers a medium- to full-bodied profile with firm, polished tannins. Dark fruits dominate the palate, supported by a pronounced minerality that brings freshness.</p>
<p><strong>AGEING</strong><br />
The wine is aged, depending on the vintages in 70% to 100% new oak, for 18 &#8211; 32 months.</p>
<p><strong>PAIRING</strong><br />
Arômes de Pavie 2015 pairs perfectly with roasted or grilled red meats. It also matches very well with full-flavored hard cheeses.</p>
<p><strong>RATINGS</strong></p>
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