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		<title>Arthus D&#8217;Olivey Pessac-Leognan AOC</title>
		<link>https://vinumlector.com/our-wine/france/bordeaux/pessac-leognan/arthus-dolivey-pessac-leognan-aoc/</link>
		
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		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:27:11 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<div class="wpb_text_column wpb_content_element ">
<div class="wpb_wrapper"><span dir="auto">Arthus d'Olivey lived at Château Olivier in the 16th century and gave it his name. He transformed the medieval building into a veritable fortress with four towers and a moat. It was during his time that the first vines were planted (1515).</span></div>
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<div class="wpb_wrapper">A micro-cuvée from Château Olivier, a classy Graves vintage. This wine is a nod to the estate's founder, made for lovers of Bordeaux elegance.</div>
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<strong>VARIETALS</strong>
80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon

<strong>VINTAGE</strong>
2021

<a href="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Arthus-DOlivey-Pessac-Leognan-AOC-2021.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%</p>
<p><strong>APPEARANCE</strong><br />
Intense purple red.</p>
<p><strong>NOSE</strong><br />
Lovely nose of red fruits marked by cherry, concentrated red fruits, spicy and toasted.</p>
<p><strong>PALATE</strong><br />
Fairly supple structure, with a nice balance. Mellow and silky tannins, showing beautiful freshness on the finish.</p>
<p><strong>AGEING</strong><br />
Ageing for 12 months in oak barrels.</p>
<p><strong>PAIRING</strong><br />
With meat courses such as veal fillet and chanterelles, grilled chicken, pork chop and duck confit. With fish like pan-fried salmon steak with red wine sauce. Or cheese like Camembert.</p>
<p><strong>RATINGS</strong></p>
<h3><strong class="photoswipe-wrapper">4 <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 decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-4519" src="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/vivino-logo-300x72.png" sizes="(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>Château Latour-Martillac Grand Cru Classé de Graves Pessac-Leognan AOC</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:27:11 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thanks to the long involvement of generations of the Kressmann family, and the recognition shown in 1953 by the classification of Graves, the wines of Château LaTour-Martillac feature among the best of Pessac-Léognan. The expansion of the range was drawn up by Tristan and Loïc Kressmann. The second wines appeared at the end of the 1980’s under the label Lagrave-Martillac, followed by the Château Langlet, a magnificent property in the Graves appellation, acquired in 1999.

The year 2019 was marked by a succession of climatic events which made this vintage quite complex and interesting to watch voer the years.

<span style="color: #99cc00;"><strong>Certified sustainable</strong> <strong>HVE (High Environmental Value).</strong></span>

<a class="dt-pswp-item" href="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/HVE-Certification.png" data-dt-img-description="" data-large_image_width="300" data-large_image_height="300"><img class="alignnone wp-image-8140" src="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/HVE-Certification.png" alt="" width="120" height="120" /></a>

For more info, visit <strong>Château LaTour-Martillac</strong> <a href="http://www.latourmartillac.com">website</a>.

<strong>VARIETALS</strong>
72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 8% Petit Verdot

<strong>VINTAGE</strong>
2019 - <a href="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Chateau-Latour-Martillac-Grand-Cru-Classe-de-Graves-Pessac-Leognan-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>

2021 - <a href="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Chateau-Latour-Martillac-Grand-Cru-Classe-de-Graves-Pessac-Leognan-AOC-2021.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 />
The color is intense and deep.</p>
<p><strong>NOSE</strong><br />
Its complex nose combines black fruits, such as blackcurrant, black cherry and blueberry, and smoky notes of the terroir, with a touch of spice and pepper.</p>
<p><strong>PALATE</strong><br />
The attack, softand silky, evolves towards a full and harmonious mouth. A nice balance between tannins and freshness, which develops through a very nice length.</p>
<p><strong>AGEING</strong><br />
14 months in 40% new French oak.</p>
<p><strong>PAIRING</strong><br />
Pairs excellently with classic meat dishes such as lamb chops, ribeye steak, and roast beef. Hard, aged cheeses like Comté, aged Cheddar and Parmesan are recommended to complement its savory profile.</p>
<p><strong>RATINGS</strong></p>
<h3><strong class="photoswipe-wrapper">96pts <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 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">95pts <a class="dt-pswp-item" 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" alt="" width="200" height="19" 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-1-1-600x58.jpg 600w, 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.jpg 1459w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" /></a></strong></h3>
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		<title>Lacroix-Martillac Par Latour-Martillac Pessac-Leognan AOC</title>
		<link>https://vinumlector.com/our-wine/france/bordeaux/pessac-leognan/lacroix-martillac-par-latour-martillac-pessac-leognan-aoc-2/</link>
		
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		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2025 08:28:30 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thanks to the long involvement of generations of the Kressmann family, and the recognition shown in 1953 by the classification of Graves, the wines of Château LaTour-Martillac feature among the best of Pessac-Léognan. The expansion of the range was drawn up by Tristan and Loïc Kressmann. The second wines appeared at the end of the 1980’s under the label Lagrave-Martillac, followed by the Château Langlet, a magnificent property in the Graves appellation, acquired in 1999.

Lacroix-Martillac comes from selected plots at Château LaTour-Martillac, highlighting the Merlot in the red wines blending.
With each new vintage, the Kressmann family strive to achieve in these wines the best from this true Graves terroir by prioritising a quality yield, in keeping with traditional viticulture practices.

For more info, visit <strong>Château LaTour-Martillac</strong> <a href="http://www.latourmartillac.com">website</a>.

<strong>VARIETALS</strong>
60% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon

<strong>VINTAGE</strong>
2018

<a href="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Lacroix-Martillac-Par-Latour-Martillac-Pessac-Leognan-AOC-2018.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 14.5%</p>
<p><strong>APPEARANCE</strong><br />
A deep, dense, purple colour.</p>
<p><strong>NOSE</strong><br />
The nose is intense and aromatic, with fruity (red and black fruits), spicy (liquorice) and slightly smoky notes.</p>
<p><strong>PALATE</strong><br />
The palate is powerful and fresh with wellrounded tannins.<br />
Good length on the finish.</p>
<p><strong>AGEING</strong><br />
12 months in French oak barrel.</p>
<p><strong>PAIRING</strong><br />
It goes well with duck with complex sauce, braised lamb with spices and hard seasoned cheeses.</p>
<p><strong>READINESS FOR DRINKING</strong><br />
Optimal tasting between 2023-2028.</p>
<p><strong>RATINGS</strong></p>
<h3><strong class="photoswipe-wrapper">91pts <a class="dt-pswp-item" href="https://renovate.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://renovate.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">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: 150px) 100vw, 150px" 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>Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte Pessac-Leognan AOC (by Château Smith Haut Lafitte GCC)</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2025 05:48:51 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Located in the heart of the Pessac-Léognan appellation and dating back to 1365,  Château Smith Haut Lafitte  is one of the oldest châteaux in Bordeaux. This magnificent property entered a new era in its history following its acquisition by Daniel and Florence Cathiard in 1990. Driven with passion and ambition by the Cathiards, Château Smith Haut Lafitte has established itself as one of the finest properties in the Graves region, with wines world-renowned for their elegance and style, both red and white.

The Petit Smith Haut Lafitte is is the second wine of Château Smith Haut Lafitte but produced and cared for with the same attention reserved for the château's first wine. The château uses its own vines, thanks to a mother vine preserved in the nursery on Lalande Island.

For more info, visit <strong>Château Smith Haut Lafitte</strong> <a href="http://www.smith-haut-lafitte.com">website</a>.

<strong>VARIETALS</strong>
60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot

<strong>VINTAGE</strong>

2020 - <a href="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Le-Petit-Smith-Haut-Lafitte-Pessac-Leognan-AOC-2020.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>

2021 - <a href="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Le-Petit-Smith-Haut-Lafitte-Pessac-Leognan-AOC-2021.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>

2022 - <a href="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Le-Petit-Smith-Haut-Lafitte-Pessac-Leognan-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 14.5%</p>
<p><strong>APPEARANCE</strong><br />
Deep garnet-purple colored.</p>
<p><strong>NOSE</strong><br />
A complex nose featuring blackberry notes, star anise, liquorice, and wafts of red roses and cinnamon toast.</p>
<p><strong>PALATE</strong><br />
Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte 2020 has extremely fine with silky tannins and the beautiful flavours of Cabernet Sauvignon. Medium-bodied, with notes of blackcurrant, liquorice and dark chocolate. A great finesse and a good structure with ageing potential.</p>
<p><strong>AGEING</strong><br />
14 months in barrels (20% new barrels) produced in an inhouse cooperage.</p>
<p><strong>PAIRING</strong><br />
Excellent to combine with second courses based on red meat, it lends itself to accompanying all recipes based on game.</p>
<p><strong>RATINGS</strong></p>
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<h3><strong>93pts <a class="dt-pswp-item" href="https://renovate.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 loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-1073" src="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1-300x29.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="19" 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-1-1-600x58.jpg 600w, 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.jpg 1459w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" /></a></strong></h3>
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		<title>Château Carbonnieux Grand Cru Classé de Graves Pessac-Leognan AOC</title>
		<link>https://vinumlector.com/our-wine/france/bordeaux/pessac-leognan/chateau-carbonnieux-grand-cru-classe-de-graves-pessac-leognan-aoc/</link>
		
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		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2025 04:54:14 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Château Carbonnieux is one of the oldest and largest wine estates in the Bordeaux region. Its history extends over almost 8 centuries and its vineyard over a hundred hectares. Belonging to the Perrin Family since 4 generations, the whole vineyard is located around the castle at the top of a superb gravel hill. All the wines produced depend on the Pessac-Léognan AOP.

<span>2017 will be remembered for the frosty spells in late April that severely affected the Château Carbonnieux vineyard, but t</span><span>hanks to the meticulous attention paid to the vineyard and the precision and technique of the château team, they have succeeded in extracting the best from this vintage like true winemakers. A flagship wine of the estate, </span>the 2017 Château Carbonnieux red<span> is the result of a rigorous selection of the finest lots tasted.</span>

For more info, visit <strong>Château Carbonnieux </strong><a href="http://www.carbonnieux.com">website</a>.

<strong>VARIETALS</strong>
65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot

<strong>VINTAGE</strong>
2017

<a href="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Chateau-Carbonnieux-Grand-Cru-Classe-de-Graves-Pessac-Leognan-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 />
Deep ruby red.</p>
<p><strong>NOSE</strong><br />
The nose is very fruity, we easily guess cherry, blackcurrent, and blackberry.</p>
<p><strong>PALATE</strong><br />
This fruity freshness which is also present on the palate stimulates and lengthens the fine and velvety tannins. The finish is highlighted by shades of cloves and eucalyptus. The wine is well-balanced and silky.</p>
<p><strong>AGEING</strong><br />
Ageing in oak barrels for 16 to 18 months (35-40 % new oak).</p>
<p><strong>PAIRING</strong><br />
It goes well with first and second courses based on meat, such as roasts and braised meats, and medium-aged cheeses. Try it on rich and tasty fish dishes such as tuna, salmon and swordfish.</p>
<p><strong>RATINGS</strong></p>
<h3><strong>93pts </strong><strong><a class="dt-pswp-item" href="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Wine_Spectator.jpg" data-dt-img-description="" data-large_image_width="878" data-large_image_height="218"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-3025" src="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Wine_Spectator-300x74.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="37" srcset="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Wine_Spectator-300x74.jpg 300w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Wine_Spectator-600x149.jpg 600w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Wine_Spectator-768x191.jpg 768w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Wine_Spectator.jpg 878w" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" /></a></strong></h3>
<h3><strong>93pts <a class="dt-pswp-item" href="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Antonio-Galloni-Vinous.jpg" data-dt-img-description="" data-large_image_width="568" data-large_image_height="160"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-1177" src="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Antonio-Galloni-Vinous-300x85.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="42" srcset="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Antonio-Galloni-Vinous-300x85.jpg 300w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Antonio-Galloni-Vinous.jpg 568w" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" /></a></strong></h3>
<h3><strong>92pts <a class="dt-pswp-item" 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" alt="" width="200" height="19" 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-1-1-600x58.jpg 600w, 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.jpg 1459w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" /></a></strong></h3>
<h3><strong>91pts <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>
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		<title>Château Olivier Pessac-Leognan Grand Cru Classé AOC</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2025 13:54:49 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<span class="text-gray">There are certain places where history says far more than words can express.</span>
<span class="text-gray">With its moats, its last architectural remains of a bygone century, and its mullion windows, the estate is a real medieval castle. Located just 11km from Bordeaux, Château Olivier has seen generations come and go, new ambitions emerge and innovative projects grow and develop, and has plenty of other legends to share with you.</span>

Château Olivier is one of the oldest wine chateaux in the Bordeaux region. The Olivier seigneury dates back to the 12th century, and the origins of this authentic and enchanting château, located just ouside the gates of Bordeaux city, can be traced back to this period. This classified growth is reputed for wines of outstanding quality, in which elegance, balance and finesse, the hallmark characteristics of the greatest Bordeaux wines, come to the fore in every vintage.

<strong><span style="color: #99cc00;">Certified sustanaible HVE (High Environmental Value).</span></strong>

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For more info, visit <strong>Château Olivier </strong><a href="https://www.chateau-olivier.com/">website</a>.

<strong>VARIETALS</strong>
58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot

<strong>VINTAGE</strong>

2017 - <a href="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Chateau-Olivier-Pessac-Leognan-Grand-Cru-Classe-AOC-2017.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>

2020 - <a href="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Chateau-Olivier-Pessac-Leognan-Grand-Cru-Classe-AOC-2020.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>

2021 - <a href="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Chateau-Olivier-Pessac-Leognan-Grand-Cru-Classe-AOC-2021.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>
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Alcohol 13.5%</p>
<p><strong>APPEARANCE</strong><br />
The color is very deep ruby.</p>
<p><strong>NOSE</strong><br />
Cranberry, blackcurrant, and warmed plum, layered over a distinctly savory undertone of green pepper, earth, and smoky oak.</p>
<p><strong>PALATE</strong><br />
The palate is rich, with a warm core of currant preserve, cherry purée and fig paste framed by licorice snap and tar notes.</p>
<p><strong>AGEING</strong><br />
12 months in French oak barrels.</p>
<p><strong>PAIRING</strong><br />
It pairs beautifully with high-protein dishes and rich, earthy main courses..</p>
<p><strong>RATINGS</strong></p>
<h3><strong class="photoswipe-wrapper">92pts <a class="dt-pswp-item" href="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Wine_Spectator.jpg" data-dt-img-description="" data-large_image_width="878" data-large_image_height="218"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone  wp-image-3025" src="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Wine_Spectator-300x74.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="37" srcset="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Wine_Spectator-300x74.jpg 300w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Wine_Spectator-600x149.jpg 600w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Wine_Spectator-768x191.jpg 768w, https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Wine_Spectator.jpg 878w" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" /></a></strong></h3>
<h3><strong class="photoswipe-wrapper">92pts <a class="dt-pswp-item pspw-wrap-ready" href="https://renovate.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://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/wine-enthusiast-new-logo.png" alt="" width="150" height="29" /></a></strong></h3>
<h3 class="photoswipe-wrapper"><strong class="photoswipe-wrapper">90-91pts <a class="dt-pswp-item pspw-wrap-ready" href="https://renovate.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 loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-1073" src="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1-300x29.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" srcset="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1-300x29.jpg 300w, https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1-768x74.jpg 768w, https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1-1024x98.jpg 1024w, https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1-600x58.jpg 600w, https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/James-Suckling-1-1.jpg 1459w" alt="" width="200" height="20" /></a></strong></h3>
<h3><strong class="photoswipe-wrapper">4.1 <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="auto, (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>Mes 5 Pépites by Bernard Magrez Bordeaux Grand Cru</title>
		<link>https://vinumlector.com/our-wine/france/bordeaux/haut-medoc/mes-5-pepites-by-bernard-magrez-bordeaux-grand-cru/</link>
		
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		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2025 13:06:38 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mes 5 Pépites by Bernard Magrez is a unique micro-blend of barrels selected by world-famous Michel Rolland from Bernard Magrez's five top chateaux: Pape-Clement Grand Cru Classé (Pessac-Leognan), La Tour Carnet Grand Cru Classé (Haut-Médoc), Les Grands Chênes (Médoc), Fombrauge Grand Cru Classé and Magrez Fombrauge Grand Cru Classé (Saint-Émilion).

Imagine iconic Château Pape-Clement in an innovative super blend with Chateau Magrez Fombrauge from St-Émilion. And completed with barrels rolled in from three other top chateaux at Bernard Magrez!

<em>"My ambition for the exceptional...crafted from the blend of five jewels of our wine heritage - Château Pape Clément, La Tour Carnet, Fombrauge, Les Grands Chênes, and Magrez Fombrauge - it reflects the perfect union of five unique terroirs, where each vineyard contributes its own singularity."</em> - <strong>Bernard Magrez</strong>

For more info, visit <strong>Bernard Magrez</strong> <a href="http://www.bernard-magrez.com">website</a>.

<strong>VARIETALS</strong>
55% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot

<strong>VINTAGE</strong>
2018

<a href="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Mes-5-Pepites-by-Bernard-Magrez-2018.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>
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Alcohol 14.5%</p>
<p><strong>APPEARANCE</strong><br />
Dark purple with a jet black core.</p>
<p><strong>NOSE</strong><br />
The nose offering scents of wild berries, violets, blackcurrants, blueberries, plums, mint, coffee, liquorice, chocolate, cedar, and cigar box notes from barrel aging.</p>
<p><strong>PALATE</strong><br />
Silky texture with rich Merlot fruit and complex tobacco notes, with an elegant, minute-long finish with elegant tannins.</p>
<p><strong>AGEING</strong><br />
This prestige cuvée is matured in 225-liter barriques, with 50% of these barrels being brand new.</p>
<p><strong>PAIRING</strong><br />
Pair with juicy steaks, lamb, duck confit, game birds, mushroom dishes, hearty tapas and mature cheeses.</p>
<p><strong>READINESS FOR DRINKING</strong><br />
Can be enjoyed now or stored for up to 15 years from the harvest year.</p>
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		<title>Lacroix-Martillac Par Latour-Martillac Pessac-Leognan AOC</title>
		<link>https://vinumlector.com/our-wine/france/bordeaux/pessac-leognan/lacroix-martillac-par-latour-martillac-pessac-leognan-aoc/</link>
		
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		<pubDate>Fri, 16 May 2025 08:17:32 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thanks to the long involvement of generations of the Kressmann family, and the recognition shown in 1953 by the classification of Graves, the wines of Château LaTour-Martillac feature among the best of Pessac-Léognan. The expansion of the range was drawn up by Tristan and Loïc Kressmann. The second wines appeared at the end of the 1980’s under the label Lagrave-Martillac, followed by the Château Langlet, a magnificent property in the Graves appellation, acquired in 1999.

Lacroix-Martillac comes from selected plots at Château LaTour-Martillac, highlighting the Merlot in the red wines blending.
With each new vintage, the Kressmann family strive to achieve in these wines the best from this true Graves terroir by prioritising a quality yield, in keeping with traditional viticulture practices.

For more info, visit <strong>Château LaTour-Martillac</strong> <a href="http://www.latourmartillac.com">website</a>.

<strong>VARIETALS</strong>
60% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon

<strong>VINTAGE</strong>
2016

<a href="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Lacroix-Martillac-Par-Latour-Martillac-Pessac-Leognan-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>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>TECHNICAL DATA</strong><br />
Alcohol 13.5%</p>
<p><strong>APPEARANCE</strong><br />
A rich garnet red with purple reflections.</p>
<p><strong>NOSE</strong><br />
The nose of 2016 Lacroix-Martillac reveals ripe fruit backed by smokey aromas.</p>
<p><strong>PALATE</strong><br />
The palate is rich and fruity with a presence of powerful but rounded tannins. A long fresh finish.</p>
<p><strong>AGEING</strong><br />
12 months in French oak barrel.</p>
<p><strong>PAIRING</strong><br />
It goes well with duck with complex sauce, braised lamb with spices and hard seasoned cheeses.</p>
<p><strong>READINESS FOR DRINKING</strong><br />
Drink now over the next 10 years.</p>
<p><strong>RATINGS</strong></p>
<h3><strong class="photoswipe-wrapper">92pts <a class="dt-pswp-item" 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="200" height="38" /></a></strong></h3>
<h3><strong class="photoswipe-wrapper">4 <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 decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-4519" src="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/vivino-logo-300x72.png" sizes="(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>Château Haut-Vigneau Pessac-Leognan Blanc</title>
		<link>https://vinumlector.com/our-wine/france/bordeaux/pessac-leognan/chateau-haut-vigneau-pessac-leognan-blanc/</link>
		
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		<pubDate>Sat, 17 Aug 2024 13:05:34 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Situated in the commune of Martillac, this 20-hectares property once belonged to Baron de Montesquieu. Today, the estate is owned by Mr. Eric Perrin which also owns the famous Château Carbonnieux. Because of its special localization, its terroir and the choices of winemaking in the vineyard and the cellar, the Château Haut-Vigneau plays between the greatest ones.

This Haut-Vigneau blanc is quite characteristic of the terroir and the appellation of the AOC Pessac-Léognan.

<span style="color: #99cc00;"><strong>Certified sustainable</strong> <strong>HVE (High Environmental Value) </strong></span>

<a class="dt-pswp-item" href="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/HVE.png" data-dt-img-description="" data-large_image_width="500" data-large_image_height="500"><img class="alignnone wp-image-1501" src="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/HVE-300x300.png" alt="" width="120" height="120" /></a>

For more info, visit <strong>Château Haut-Vigneau</strong> <a href="http://www.haut-vigneau.com">website</a>.

<strong>VARIETALS</strong>
85% Sauvignon, 15% Sémillon

<strong>VINTAGE</strong>
2020

<a href="https://renovate.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Chateau-Haut-Vigneau-Pessac-Leognan-Blanc-2020.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 12.5%</p>
<p><strong>APPEARANCE</strong><br />
Shining pale yellow color.</p>
<p><strong>NOSE</strong><br />
The expressive nose is dominated mainly by mango notes in an overall exotic and floral aromatic palette.</p>
<p><strong>PALATE</strong><br />
In the mouth, it reveals more exotic fruits and floral notes, in great balance between structure, minerality, acidity and fruits. A dry white typical and characteristic of the Pessac-Léognan appellation.</p>
<p><strong>PAIRING</strong><br />
Particularly recommended with oysters, white and/or meaty fish and light cheeses.</p>
<p><strong>RATINGS</strong></p>
<h3><strong class="photoswipe-wrapper">3.9 <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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		<link>https://vinumlector.com/our-wine/france/bordeaux/pessac-leognan/lesprit-de-chevalier-grand-vin-de-graves-pessac-leognan-aoc/</link>
		
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 May 2024 08:50:27 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Owned by the Bernard family since 1983, the magnificent Domaine de Chevalier is at the top of the greatest Crus Classés of Bordeaux.
The estate is located in the heart of the Pessac-Léognan appellation which is located in a green setting south of Bordeaux.

Domaine de Chevalier watches over a rare vineyard with 60 hectares of red vines. The vineyard is based on a gravel terroir with clay-gravelly subsoils. Since 1986, the young vines have been intended to ripen the berries which are used in the blending of the estate's second wine, L'Esprit de Chevalier.

For more info, visit <strong>Domaine de Chevalier</strong> <a href="http://www.domainedechevalier.com">website</a>.

<strong>VARIETALS</strong>
60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot

<strong>VINTAGE</strong>
2018

<a href="https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/LEsprit-de-Chevalier-Grand-Vin-de-Graves-Pessac-Leognan-AOC-2018.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 />
Superb red color, black in the center.</p>
<p><strong>NOSE</strong><br />
Very expressive, the aromatic bouquet displays a palette of black fruit with aromas of blueberry, blackcurrant, blackberry and cherry. Beautiful spicy and peppery notes then appear before giving way to mineral notes with graphite scents of pencil leads.</p>
<p><strong>PALATE</strong><br />
On the palate, the mouth offers a delicious and fleshy material, revealing an elegant structure with very fine tannins.<br />
The exquisite sensation of creaminess is balanced by a great freshness of the fruit and a remarkable tension that persists long in the finish.</p>
<p><strong>AGEING</strong><br />
The aging is 14 months in barrels, a third of which are new barrels.</p>
<p><strong>PAIRING</strong><br />
Ideal in combination with red meats, game and mature cheeses.</p>
<p><strong>RATINGS</strong></p>
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