We traveled to Bordeaux for the annual "en primeur" tastings, and after sampling some 500+ barrel samples we feel confident in saying that there are many great wines. While there are some wines which didn't rise up to quality we expect, there are lots of tremendous wines in every appellation and price level. Our selections are based on what we tasted, choosing only the best in every region and price range to offer our customers.
We have started getting the first offers on the marvelous 2009 Bordeaux. You bought futures from us in the '05, '06, or '08 vintage, and we want you to be the first to receive the latest offerings that we have available. Listed here are some of our favorites from the early releases, there will be many more to come.
2009 Chateau de l'Estang Cotes de Castillon
Size: 750 ml
Ratings: RP 87-90
Review: Another sleeper of the vintage, the opaque ruby/purple-tinged 2009 l'Estang exhibits lots of sweet black currant and black cherry fruit intermixed with a hint of vanillin. Medium to full-bodied, with surprisingly pure, concentrated, lengthy flavors, it should drink well for 5-6 years.
Sale Price: $9.99
Reg: $12.99
ON SALE!
2009 Chateau Lilian Ladouys St Estephe
Size: 750 ml
Ratings: WS 92-95
Review: Dark color, with a spiced nose of cloves and cardamom. Tar too. Full-bodied, with round and velvety tannins and a rich, fruity aftertaste. Gorgeous young wine. -J.S.
Sale Price: $19.99
Reg: $24.99
ON SALE!
2009 Chateau Villars Fronsac
Size: 750 ml
Ratings: RP 90-92+
Review: A solid effort, and possibly the best wine ever made at Villars, the 2009 exhibits a deep ruby/purple color as well as notes of forest floor, crushed rocks, blueberries, and raspberries, a superb texture, admirable purity, and a long, full-bodied finish. It should drink well for 15-20 years.
Sale Price: $15.99
Reg: $19.99
ON SALE!
2009 Chateau La Tour de Mons Margaux
Size: 750 ml
Ratings: WS 92-95
Review: Bright blackberry and sweet currant aromas follow through to a full body, silky and refined, with an excellent density and a long, long finish. Soild and polished. Best ever from here?
Sale Price: $20.99
Reg: $26.99
ON SALE!
2009 Chateau Godeau St Emilion
Size: 750 ml
Ratings: WS 93-96
Review: Fab nose. Licorice and dark cherries. What a palate. Full body, with super silky tannins and a long, long finish. Seductive juice, polished and gorgeous. This is next to Tertre Roteboeuf. 95 Merlot, 5 percent Cabernet Franc. -J.S.
Sale Price: $26.99
Reg: $34.99
ON SALE!
2009 Chateau Lucia St Emilion
Size: 750 ml
Ratings: WS 94-97
Review: Violets and dark berries, with loads of aromas. Full-bodied, with a gorgeous core of sweet and ripe fruit. Long and dense, yet stylish. 10 acres. Next to Clos Fortet. 90 percent Merlot and 10 percent Cabernet Franc. -J.S.
Sale Price: $44.99
Reg: $56.99
ON SALE!
To see all of our current offers, and wines we anticipate buying, with extensive review copy on every wine, go to our 2009 Bordeaux Futures page and browse the selections. Happy Shopping!
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