Stefan Dolhain

8.5

2018 vintage. Under 8 euro. Slightly drying finish (Diam 10 Cork). — 2 days ago

Stefan Dolhain

9.4

Champagne Angel Castel is a special selection from the Castel owned Champagne house Malard, with a high proportion (42%) of reserve wines (with 58% of those from the 2020 vintage). Chardonnay (40%), Pinot Noir (31%), and Pinot Meunier (29%), predominantly from Premiers Crus of the Montagne de Reims (Chamery, Ludes, Eceuil, Trois-Puits). Aged 57 months on the lees. Dosage 8g/l. — 4 days ago

Stefan Dolhain

9.2

2014 vintage. From the (great) pre-Treasury period, this is a classic Haut-Médoc, well-situated between Giscours and Cantemerle. Solid colour, with little evolution for the vintage. Cassis, cedar, violets and spices. — 9 days ago

Stefan Dolhain

9.0

2022 vintage. Very good value, tasted twice with consistent notes. — 15 days ago

Stefan Dolhain

8.5

2020 vintage. "Le Haut-Médoc revealed by Dauzac". 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot. The website doesn't mention this, and it's not the same blend as the Haut-Médoc de Dauzac 2020. This seems to be a line designed as a modern, more accessible take on Bordeaux ( even if they are doing a pretty good job at that with the grand vin too). This is definitely a crowd pleaser, soft and creamy, and I suspect a little residual sugar(?). Found this in a supermarket under 13 euro, which is reasonable, even if competition is stiff in Bordeaux at this price point. Maybe not the most exciting for seasoned Bordeaux fans, but this might definitely attract new customers. Abv. 13,5%. — 2 days ago

Stefan Dolhain

9.2

2020 vintage. 100% Grenache Gris. — 7 days ago

Stefan Dolhain

9.3

2020 vintage. Delicious, with great purity of fruit and freshness. Diam5 cork and not drying, praise the Lord! Abv. 13,5 %. — 14 days ago

Stefan Dolhain

9.0

2023 vintage. Easy-drinking, fresh Haut-Médoc. Just pop and pour. Abv. 13,5% — 4 days ago

Stefan Dolhain

9.0

2022 La Petite Julia, Haut-Médoc. Château Julia produces both (Merlot-driven) Pauillac and Haut-Médoc. The Pauillac (only 0,62 hectare) is hard to find, but their Haut-Médoc (4,5ha) is pretty good too. This is the entry level Haut-Médoc, an unoaked blend of 60% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 5% Petit Verdot. A delicious, unpretentious fruit bomb that shows that Bordeaux stands for many different styles. A steal for 10 euro if you want to try something different. Abv. 14,5%. — 6 days ago

Stefan Dolhain

9.1

2020 vintage. One of the estates that are so close to the city of Bordeaux that you might call them urban wineries. Luckily, some very famous estates (ever heard of Haut-Brion?!) are a perfect barrier to urbanisation. While nowhere near the quality of its more illustrious neighbours, the 2020 white Picque Caillou is definitely worth our attention. It is not clear whether this is 100% Sauvignon Blanc, or a blend with some Sémillon, but on day one it smelled very much like Sauvignon Blanc, while on day two more exotic fruit popped up ( which I normally associate more with Sémillon, but maybe there isn't any in the blend). Light golden colour. Pineapple, grapefruit, and a hint of fennel and beeswax. In the mouth it is more about intensity than elegance, but it definitely has character. Abv. 13%. The estate was just bought by Laurent Marti, a business man who made his fortune in textiles, and who owns the local rugby club. — 11 days ago