Saint-Emilion

Saint-Emilion

Saint-Emilion

The picturesque, historic town of Saint-Emilion, just to the north of the Dordogne River is at the centre of the well-known appellation of the same name in the Libournais region of Bordeaux. Saint-Emilion's wine history goes back to Roman times, and is home to some of the world's longest-lived and most highly regarded red wines. Unlike the vineyards of the Medoc, Merlot is the grape of choice in Saint-Emilion and makes up about two-thirds of plantings. Merlot ripens more consistently in the cooler clay soils of the region, and its principal blending partner, Cabernet Franc, adds seasoning and spice. The rounder, fuller flavours of Merlot make the wines of Saint-Emilion more approachable in their youth, though they can age for extended periods. Two of the best-known estates, Figeac and Cheval Blanc, lie in the north-east of Saint-Emilion on a broad plateau of gravels, much like the vineyards of Medoc and Graves, allowing them to successfully ripen the Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes which dominate their red blends.

of 115

Set Descending Direction
  1. Medium, luscious red
    Located to the east of the village of Saint-Émilion up on the famous limestone plateau (St-Christophe-des-Bardes), it is one of the largest Grand Cru Classé estates with 61-hectares under vine. There has been intensive investment in both the vineyard and winery in recent years, and the rewards are now being reaped - this is on... Read more
    Wine Critic Scores:
    Jane Anson 95
    James Suckling 93-94
    Antonio Galloni 94-96
    En Primeur

    Case (6 x 75cl)

    Only 1 Available
    £120.00
    En Primeur
    Only 1 Available
    -
    +

    Magnum Case (6 x 150cl)

    Only 1 Available
    £250.00
    En Primeur
    Only 1 Available
    -
    +
  2. Rich, powerful red
    One of the best examples from the often overlooked Lussac-Saint-Emilion appellation. Bags of fruit and great character and personality made from grapes taken from 45-year-old vines on a six-hectare plot. Typically 90 percent Merlot and 10 percent Cabernet Franc. 2009. Glossy deep red colour. Rich red fruit aromas with subtle not... Read more
    Retail

    Case (1 x 500cl)

    Only 2 Available
    £154.50
    Retail
    Only 2 Available
    -
    +

    Imperial Case (1 x 600cl)

    Only 1 Available
    £185.40
    Retail
    Only 1 Available
    Best Value
    -
    +
  3. Rich, powerful red
    Chateau Tour Saint Christophe was purchased by Peter Kwok since 2012 and has undergone extensive investment ever since. The estate has more than doubled its size to 16-hectares and in 2020 is a blend of 80% Merlot with 20% Cabernet Franc. The Merlot has been exceptional this year making it on par with their stunning 2018. In fac... Read more
    Retail

    Case (6 x 75cl)

    10+ In Stock
    £210.80
    Retail
    10+ In Stock
    Best Value
    -
    +
  4. Rich, powerful red
    An excellent property that we have been following for several years under the watchful eye of the fourth female generation with Annabelle Cruse-Bardinet. 13-hectares of vines in two blocks located in the north-west of the appellation upon the Corbin plateau where the higher proportion of clay subsoil for the area (opposed to lim... Read more
    Wine Critic Scores:
    William Kelley 92-94
    Georgina Hindle 93
    En Primeur

    Magnum Case (6 x 150cl)

    Out of Stock
    £328.00
    En Primeur
    Out of Stock
  5. Rich, powerful red
    Berliquet is a small 7.5-hectare estate located in the centre of Saint-Émilion (in between 2 of Château Canon plots). In 2017 the property was purchased by Chanel, who also own neighbouring Canon, and Nicolas Audebert heads up the winemaking team.... Read more
    Wine Critic Scores:
    William Kelley 94-95
    Jane Anson 94
    James Suckling 93-94
    In Bond

    Case (12 x 75cl)

    Only 2 Available
    £548.00
    In Bond
    Only 2 Available
    -
    +
  6. Medium, luscious red
    Peymouton is part of the estate at Ch. Laroque, one of the historic Grand Cru Classé properties in Saint-Émilion. It has 31-hectares of vines located on the high plateau parcel with limestone-clay soils, which produce vibrant and fruit driven wines.... Read more
    Wine Critic Scores:
    James Suckling 92-93
    En Primeur

    Magnum Case (6 x 150cl)

    Out of Stock
    £170.00
    En Primeur
    Out of Stock
  7. Medium, luscious red
    Peymouton is part of the estate at Ch. Laroque, one of the historic Grand Cru Classé properties in Saint-Émilion. It has 31-hectares of vines located on the high plateau parcel with limestone-clay soils, which produce vibrant and fruit driven wines.... Read more
    Wine Critic Scores:
    James Suckling 92-93
    In Bond

    Case (12 x 75cl)

    Only 2 Available
    £160.00
    In Bond
    Only 2 Available
    -
    +

    Magnum Case (6 x 150cl)

    Only 4 Available
    £170.00
    In Bond
    Only 4 Available
    -
    +
  8. Medium, luscious red
    Owned by Martin Krajewski (ex Château de Sours) and managed by his daughter, Charlotte. Petit Cantenac is part of the 6 hectare Clos Cantenac estate located in the heart of the Saint-Émilion appellation and produces rich, round and supple wines.... Read more
    Wine Critic Scores:
    Jane Anson 90
    Lisa Perrotti-Brown 89
    Neal Martin 88-90
    En Primeur

    Case (12 x 75cl)

    10+ In Stock
    £210.00
    En Primeur
    10+ In Stock
    -
    +
  9. Rich, powerful red
    Owned by Martin Krajewski (ex Château de Sours) and managed by his daughter, Charlotte. Clos Cantenac is a 6-hectare estate located in the heart of the Saint-Émilion appellation and produces rich, round and supple wines.... Read more
    Wine Critic Scores:
    Neal Martin 92-94
    Jane Anson 93
    Lisa Perrotti-Brown 94
    En Primeur

    Case (12 x 75cl)

    Only 7 Available
    £365.00
    En Primeur
    Only 7 Available
    -
    +
Page

@boncoeurfinewines

Follow us on instagram