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| 2016 Bordeaux En Primeur Has Arrived |
| | | “It is such a special vintage. We have ripe fruit, we have exceptional tannins and then we have so much freshness,” gushes Olivier Berrouet of Château Pétrus |
| | As the current harvest comes to market, it is important to remember what made 2016 a uniquely extraordinary vintage. |
| The winter and spring saw heavy rains and cool temperatures that eventually gave way to a long, dry summer. From mid-June until mid-September, Bordeaux experienced drought-like conditions with several heat waves and virtually no precipitation. The intense heat coupled with the dry weather strained the vines, particularly allowing older vines with deeper roots to fully express themselves. Substantial diurnal temperature variation helped to retain acidity, and, finally, a brief shower fell in mid-September, refreshing the vineyards just in time.
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| | The warm and dry summer allowed for long, even ripening, particularly for the Cabernet Sauvignon that is the Médoc’s specialty. Wines in 2016 contain lower alcohols and showcase more acidity than in recent vintages, complementing their vibrancy, fruit, and structure. The 2016 vintage appears to challenge the historic 2005 and 2000 vintages for sheer complexity, concentration, balance, and ultimate ageability. As Mathieu Chardonnier of CVBG puts it,
“This is as good as Bordeaux gets.”
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| | What are the advantages to buying Bordeaux En Primeur?
Bordeaux's history of selling futures dates to at least the 17th century. Buying the new Bordeaux vintage as a future allows you to lock in the lowest available pricing for highly-allocated wines before they reach the rest of the market. Acquiring wines via this method also allows you to secure wine with the best possible provenance: once bottled, these pristine, just-released wines are shipped directly from Bordeaux to our warehouse. |
| | We are pleased to offer 2016 futures from the legendary 2ème Cru Classé Château Cos d’Estournel:
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| One of the first major châteaux to eschew the négociant system, Château Cos d'Estournel has always been willing to challenge conventions in the quest for the perfect wine. Blessed with a superb vineyard site just across the D2 road from Château Lafite Rothschild and showcasing among the highest percentages (and oldest vines) of Merlot in the Médoc, Château Cos d'Estournel’s wines are powerfully built and destined to evolve beautifully for decades.
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| ". . . it was the northern Médoc, Saint-Estèphe in particular, that benefitted most from the Indian summer." - Antonio Galloni
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| | | | | Marking another excellent vintage, the 2016 Cos d’Estournel showcases the balance and elegance for which the Château is justly renowned. Per the Château: “(The) 2016 is undeniably, immediately seductive. At once elegant and alluring, energetic and pure, it is an incredible, wonderfully harmonious vintage.”
"This perfumed wine is stylish and elegant. It is all about the magnificent and sophisticated fruit. At the same time, don't be fooled by the richness: the tannins are all there, a dense and concentrated core at the heart of this seriously ageworthy wine. It demands many years." - Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast
"The finish is something else here. This is a wine that’s so powerful and tannic yet at the same time so polished and superb on the finish. Full-bodied, beautifully crafted and precise. This is a wine that really grabs your attention. The agility and power are more than impressive. Wow is the word." - James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com
"The beautiful 2016 Cos d'Estournel is one of the most polished, gracious young Cos d'Estournels I can remember tasting. Aromatic freshness and lift, along with a distinctly red fruit profile, are among the signatures." - Antonio Galloni, Vinous |
| | | | Unlike many second labels in Bordeaux, Les Pagodes de Cos is crafted to express its own unique terroir and style, rather than being merely a more accessible version of the Château’s main label. “Silky and voluptuous, it is a wine of endless charm and precision, offering a long finish with refined, complex tannins that bring a certain structure to a highly promising vintage.”
"The brightness and focus to this second wine of Cos are certainly impressive. You can see the quality. Full body, a tight and focused palate and beautiful fruit and density. Ultra-fine tannins. Gorgeous. Sophisticated." - James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com
"The tannins are really deceptive in this wine. It is sumptuous and elegant at the same time. The black currant fruit and acidity are a foil for the powerful tannic structure. Balanced and rich in fruit, it is ready for some serious . . . aging." - Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast
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| | | We are also pleased to offer 2016 futures from the following Châteaux: |
| | | | | | Château Haut Bergey has been an integral part of Bordeaux dating back to the 15th century. With over 70 acres of vineyards, only 10% is dedicated to the production of white grapes. The attention to detail in the hand-made wines make Château Haut Bergey one of the best value producers in Graves.
A firm and chewy red with blackberry, currant and light walnut character. Full body and a structured finish." (Rouge) - James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com
Rich and oily with dried-lemon, pear and apple character. Full body. Savory, salty finish." (Blanc) - James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com
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| | | | | With over 200 years of winemaking history, Château Lanessan combines a passion for wine with a love for nature. The property has almost 200 acres dedicated to vines, with almost 50 acres reserved for parkland and stables. A very traditional style of Bordeaux, Château Lanessan’s wines are known to age gracefully for decades.
"A structured young red with currant and berry character. Medium body, velvety tannins and a savory finish." - James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com
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| | | | | One of the largest estates in the Médoc region, Château Beaumont covers more than 280 acres in one sprawling block. With wine production being traced back to 1772, Château Beaumont is able to produce indulgent wines that may be enjoyed young or laid down for up to 15 years to develop rich complexity.
"A juicy and pretty wine with berry and chocolate character, a medium body and a clean finish. Clearly better than the 2015." - James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com
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| | | | | Coming from a small plot just over 5 acres in size, the Château Tour Maillet displays beautifully grown Merlot grapes from the 35 year old vines. The 2016 vintage has brought some of the best growing conditions to this vineyard in recent history, promising to deliver a beautifully structured wine with great aging potential.
"Wow. This is a dense and impressive 2016 with a beautiful center palate and round and velvety tannins. Got everything going for it. Best ever?" - James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com |
| | | | | | “Very good depth of fruit here with plum and berry character. Medium to full body and a savory finish. Solid Graves, as always” (Rouge) - James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com
“Racy and lively with some richness underneath. Very broad and flattering…” (Blanc) - Jancis Robinson, www.jancisrobinson.com
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Please Note :
Orders subject to confirmation
All allocations are secured with trusted négociants, with delivery anticipated in Spring 2018
All wines must be purchased in quantities of 6 or 12 Bottles (except in larger formats)
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