What are the main grape varieties used in Bordeaux red wines?

The red wines of Bordeaux are based primarily on three emblematic grape varieties: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc. Merlot dominates widely on the Right Bank, particularly in Saint-Émilion and Pomerol, where it lends the wines roundness, generosity, and aromas of ripe red fruits. Cabernet Sauvignon, for its part, prevails on the Left Bank, especially in the Médoc and Pessac-Léognan, bringing structure, firm tannins, and excellent ageing potential. Cabernet Franc, more discreet in volume, often plays a valuable blending role, contributing aromatic finesse and freshness. Other secondary grape varieties such as Petit Verdot or Malbec sometimes complete the Bordeaux blends.

What is the difference between a Bordeaux wine from the Left Bank and the Right Bank?

The distinction between the Left Bank and the Right Bank in Bordeaux is fundamental to understanding the wine styles of the region. The Left Bank encompasses prestigious appellations such as the Médoc, Pauillac, Saint-Julien, and Margaux. The soils there are composed of well-draining gravels, ideal for Cabernet Sauvignon, which produces structured, tannic wines with excellent ageing potential. The Right Bank is home to Saint-Émilion, Pomerol, and Fronsac, on clay-limestone terroirs more favourable to Merlot. The wines there are generally softer, fruitier, and more approachable at an earlier stage. These two banks embody two great souls of the Bordeaux vineyard, complementary and equally remarkable in their own right.

How to choose a good Bordeaux wine to give as a gift?

Giving a Bordeaux wine is always a thoughtful gesture, provided you tailor your choice to the recipient's taste and the occasion. For a lover of powerful, age-worthy wines, look towards the great appellations of the Médoc such as Pauillac or Saint-Estèphe, whose 2016, 2018 or 2020 vintages are particularly outstanding. For someone who prefers rounder, more approachable wines to enjoy right now, a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru or a Pomerol will be a wise choice. If the budget is tighter, do not overlook the satellite appellations such as Lalande-de-Pomerol or the Côtes de Bordeaux, which offer excellent value for money. Finally, a vintage Sauternes will make an original and memorable gift for lovers of sweet white wines.

At what temperature should a red Bordeaux wine be served?

Serving temperature is a detail that changes everything when tasting a Bordeaux wine. A young, fruity red Bordeaux from an entry-level appellation benefits from being served slightly cool, around 15-16°C, to preserve its aromatic vibrancy. For the great wines of the Médoc or Saint-Émilion, a temperature of 17 to 18°C is ideal: it allows the tannins to express themselves harmoniously without the alcohol taking over. It is advisable to take the bottle out of the cellar about an hour before serving and, if the wine is young and structured, to decant it for 30 minutes to 1 hour to aerate it and fully reveal its aromas. Avoid at all costs serving a Bordeaux at room temperature in summer, as this would crush the aromas and accentuate the perception of alcohol.

What dishes to pair with a great red Bordeaux wine?

A great red Bordeaux wine calls for a table worthy of it. The most classic and successful pairings remain red meats: a roasted Pauillac lamb with a wine from the same appellation is an anthological combination, as is a duck magret with ceps alongside a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru. Hard or semi-hard cheeses such as aged Comté or old Cantal also pair very well with Bordeaux tannins. For older wines with softened tannins, sauce-based preparations, a hare civet or a beef Wellington will be inspired choices. More adventurous enthusiasts can also explore pairings with noble mushrooms such as black truffle, whose earthy aromas resonate magnificently with the woody and spiced notes of great Bordeaux wines.

How long can a red Bordeaux wine be kept in a cellar?

The aging potential is one of the most remarkable characteristics of Bordeaux wines, but it varies considerably depending on the appellation, the château, and the vintage. The grands crus classés of the Médoc — Pauillac, Saint-Estèphe, Saint-Julien — are the kings of longevity: the finest vintages such as 2000, 2005, 2010, or 2016 can be kept and continue to develop for 20 to 40 years, or even longer for the greatest crus. The wines of Saint-Émilion and Pomerol, dominated by Merlot, generally reach their peak earlier, between 10 and 25 years depending on the producer. Regional appellation Bordeaux wines or Côtes de Bordeaux, on the other hand, are designed to be enjoyed in their youth, ideally within 5 to 8 years of their vintage. To optimise cellaring conditions, a wine cellar with a stable temperature between 12 and 14°C, away from light and vibrations, with a humidity level of around 70%, is essential. Patience remains the foremost quality of any Bordeaux collector.

Bordeaux Wines, Grands Crus and Old Vintages (20)

2 in stock

Réf : 123544

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Label : Slightly Damaged

Level : Top Shoulder

Robert Parker WA : 87/100

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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Pape Clément 1985

€168.00 inc-VAT per bottle

€140.00 ex-VAT

7 in stock

Réf : 123556

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Robert Parker WA : 86/100

Wine Spectator : 88/100

Revue du Vin de France : 16.5/20

Bettane et Desseauve : 16/20

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Bordeaux | Pomerol

Petit Village 2006

€78.00 inc-VAT per bottle

€65.00 ex-VAT

8 in stock

Réf : 123557

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Robert Parker WA : 86/100

Bettane et Desseauve : 17/20

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Bordeaux | Pomerol

Petit Village 2013

€48.00 inc-VAT per bottle

€40.00 ex-VAT

16 in stock

Réf : 123535

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Robert Parker WA : 87/100

Wine Spectator : 91/100

Revue du Vin de France : 16.5/20

Bettane et Desseauve : 16/20

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Bordeaux | Moulis en Médoc

Poujeaux 2010

€42.00 inc-VAT per bottle

€35.00 ex-VAT

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1 in stock

Réf : 123651

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Level : Very High Shoulder

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Bordeaux | Margaux

Rauzan Gassies 1971

€228.00 inc-VAT per bottle

€190.00 ex-VAT

11 in stock

Réf : 123524

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Label : Very slightly damaged

Level : Top Shoulder

Robert Parker WA : 86/100

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Bordeaux | Margaux

Rauzan Gassies 1983

€72.00 inc-VAT per bottle

€60.00 ex-VAT

4 in stock

Réf : 123525

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Level : Very High Shoulder

Wine Spectator : 85/100

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Bordeaux | Margaux

Rauzan Gassies 1989

€72.00 inc-VAT per bottle

€60.00 ex-VAT

3 in stock

Réf : 123526

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

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Bordeaux | Margaux

Rauzan Gassies 1990

€78.00 inc-VAT per bottle

€65.00 ex-VAT

7 in stock

Réf : 123527

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Label : Very slightly damaged

Robert Parker WA : 87/100

Wine Spectator : 86/100

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Bordeaux | Margaux

Rauzan Ségla 1992

€60.00 inc-VAT per bottle

€50.00 ex-VAT

4 in stock

Réf : 123520

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Robert Parker WA : 86-88/100

Wine Spectator : 85/100

Revue du Vin de France : 15.5/20

Bettane et Desseauve : 15.5/20

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Bordeaux | Haut Médoc

Sociando Mallet 2013

€24.00 inc-VAT per bottle

€20.00 ex-VAT

Tertre Daugay 1967 Jeroboam 4.5L - PROMO -15% !

-15%

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1 in stock

Réf : 123656

Color : Red

Volume : 500cl

Level : Mid Shoulder

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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Tertre Daugay 1967 Rehoboam 5L - PROMO -15% !

€867.00 inc-VAT per bottle €1,020.00 inc-VAT -15%

€722.50 ex-VAT

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1 in stock

Réf : 123657

Color : Red

Volume : 600cl

Level : Top Shoulder

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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Tertre Daugay 1967 Imperial 6L

€1,200.00 inc-VAT per bottle

€1,000.00 ex-VAT

Tertre Daugay 1970 Double Magnum 3L - PROMO -10% !

-10%

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1 in stock

Réf : 123663

Color : Red

Volume : 300cl

Label : Slightly Damaged

Level : High shoulder

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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Tertre Daugay 1970 Double Magnum 3L - PROMO -10% !

€648.00 inc-VAT per bottle €720.00 inc-VAT -10%

€540.00 ex-VAT

14 in stock

Réf : 123519

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Robert Parker WA : 91/100

Wine Spectator : 88/100

Revue du Vin de France : 16/20

Bettane et Desseauve : 15.5/20

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Bordeaux | Haut Médoc

Tour Carnet 2008

€36.00 inc-VAT per bottle

€30.00 ex-VAT

18 in stock

Réf : 123669

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Label : Very slightly damaged

Level : Top Shoulder

Robert Parker WA : 87/100

Wine Spectator : 89/100

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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Angélus 1985

€324.00 inc-VAT per bottle

€270.00 ex-VAT

-15%

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1 in stock

Réf : 123670

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Level : Mid Shoulder

Robert Parker WA : 87/100

Wine Spectator : 89/100

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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Angélus 1985 - PROMO -15% !

€275.40 inc-VAT per bottle €324.00 inc-VAT -15%

€229.50 ex-VAT

-5%

3 in stock

Réf : 123671

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Label : Slightly Damaged

Level : Very High Shoulder

Robert Parker WA : 87/100

Wine Spectator : 89/100

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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Angélus 1985 - PROMO -5% !

€307.80 inc-VAT per bottle €324.00 inc-VAT -5%

€256.50 ex-VAT

-10%

8 in stock

Réf : 123673

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Level : High shoulder

Wine Spectator : 90/100

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Bordeaux | Margaux

Brane Cantenac 1982 - PROMO -10% !

€86.40 inc-VAT per bottle €96.00 inc-VAT -10%

€72.00 ex-VAT

-10%

2 in stock

Réf : 123675

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Label : Slightly Damaged

Level : High shoulder

Robert Parker WA : 94/100

Wine Spectator : 87/100

Revue du Vin de France : 19/20

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Bordeaux | Saint Estèphe

Calon Ségur 1982 - PROMO -10% !

€162.00 inc-VAT per bottle €180.00 inc-VAT -10%

€135.00 ex-VAT

2 in stock

Réf : 123682

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Level : Very High Shoulder

Robert Parker WA : 87/100

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Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Ducru Beaucaillou 1975

€180.00 inc-VAT per bottle

€150.00 ex-VAT

-10%

2 in stock

Réf : 123683

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Level : High shoulder

Robert Parker WA : 87/100

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Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Ducru Beaucaillou 1975 - PROMO -10% !

€162.00 inc-VAT per bottle €180.00 inc-VAT -10%

€135.00 ex-VAT

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1 in stock

Réf : 123684

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Level : Top Shoulder

Wine Spectator : 87/100

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Bordeaux | Pauillac

Duhart Milon 1981

€102.00 inc-VAT per bottle

€85.00 ex-VAT

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1 in stock

Réf : 123686

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Label : Very slightly damaged

Robert Parker WA : 93/100

Wine Spectator : 93/100

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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Haut Brion 1985

€540.00 inc-VAT per bottle

€450.00 ex-VAT

-5%

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1 in stock

Réf : 123687

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Label : Very slightly damaged

Level : Very High Shoulder

Robert Parker WA : 93/100

Wine Spectator : 93/100

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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Haut Brion 1985 - PROMO -5% !

€513.00 inc-VAT per bottle €540.00 inc-VAT -5%

€427.50 ex-VAT

-10%

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1 in stock

Réf : 123688

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Label : Very slightly damaged

Level : High shoulder

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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

La Gomerie 1975 - PROMO -10% !

€108.00 inc-VAT per bottle €120.00 inc-VAT -10%

€90.00 ex-VAT

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1 in stock

Réf : 123692

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Level : Very High Shoulder

Robert Parker WA : 90/100

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Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Léoville Barton 1975

€144.00 inc-VAT per bottle

€120.00 ex-VAT

-10%

8 in stock

Réf : 123690

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Level : High shoulder

Robert Parker WA : 90/100

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Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Léoville Barton 1975 - PROMO -10% !

€129.60 inc-VAT per bottle €144.00 inc-VAT -10%

€108.00 ex-VAT

-25%

2 in stock

Réf : 123691

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Level : Mid Shoulder

Robert Parker WA : 90/100

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Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Léoville Barton 1975 - PROMO -25% !

€108.00 inc-VAT per bottle €144.00 inc-VAT -25%

€90.00 ex-VAT

-10%

7 in stock

Réf : 123693

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Label : Slightly Damaged

Level : High shoulder

Robert Parker WA : 94/100

Wine Spectator : 90/100

Revue du Vin de France : 19/20

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Bordeaux | Pauillac

Lynch Bages 1986 - PROMO -10% !

€140.40 inc-VAT per bottle €156.00 inc-VAT -10%

€117.00 ex-VAT

3 in stock

Réf : 123701

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Robert Parker WA : 90/100

Wine Spectator : 94/100

Revue du Vin de France : 18/20

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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Mission Haut Brion 1988

€270.00 inc-VAT per bottle

€225.00 ex-VAT

-10%

1 in stock

Réf : 123704

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Label : Slightly Damaged

Level : High shoulder

Robert Parker WA : 89/100

Wine Spectator : 88/100

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Bordeaux | Saint Estèphe

Montrose 1981 - PROMO -10% !

€113.40 inc-VAT per bottle €126.00 inc-VAT -10%

€94.50 ex-VAT

-25%

3 in stock

Réf : 123709

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Label : Damaged

Level : Mid Shoulder

Robert Parker WA : 93/100

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Bordeaux | Pauillac

Mouton Rothschild 1970 - PROMO -25% !

€315.00 inc-VAT per bottle €420.00 inc-VAT -25%

€262.50 ex-VAT

-10%

3 in stock

Réf : 123710

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Label : Very slightly damaged

Level : High shoulder

Robert Parker WA : 90/100

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Bordeaux | Pauillac

Mouton Rothschild 1975 - PROMO -10% !

€378.00 inc-VAT per bottle €420.00 inc-VAT -10%

€315.00 ex-VAT

-25%

5 in stock

Réf : 123711

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Label : Very slightly damaged

Level : Mid Shoulder

Robert Parker WA : 90/100

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Bordeaux | Pauillac

Mouton Rothschild 1975 - PROMO -25% !

€315.00 inc-VAT per bottle €420.00 inc-VAT -25%

€262.50 ex-VAT

23 in stock

Réf : 123712

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Label : Very slightly damaged

Level : Very High Shoulder

Robert Parker WA : 87/100

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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Pape Clément 1985

€156.00 inc-VAT per bottle

€130.00 ex-VAT

-10%

Last one !

1 in stock

Réf : 123713

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Label : Slightly Damaged

Level : High shoulder

Robert Parker WA : 87/100

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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Pape Clément 1985 - PROMO -10% !

€140.40 inc-VAT per bottle €156.00 inc-VAT -10%

€117.00 ex-VAT

15 in stock

Réf : 123714

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Label : Slightly Damaged

Level : Very High Shoulder

Wine Spectator : 92/100

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Bordeaux | Margaux

Pavillon Rouge 1988

€132.00 inc-VAT per bottle

€110.00 ex-VAT

-10%

6 in stock

Réf : 123716

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Level : High shoulder

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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Petit Cheval 1989 - PROMO -10% !

€140.40 inc-VAT per bottle €156.00 inc-VAT -10%

€117.00 ex-VAT

-20%

Last one !

1 in stock

Réf : 123717

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Level : Mid Shoulder

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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Petit Cheval 1989 - PROMO -20% !

€124.80 inc-VAT per bottle €156.00 inc-VAT -20%

€104.00 ex-VAT

-5%

11 in stock

Réf : 123718

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Label : Very slightly damaged

Level : Very High Shoulder

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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Petit Cheval 1989 - PROMO -5% !

€148.20 inc-VAT per bottle €156.00 inc-VAT -5%

€123.50 ex-VAT

-10%

7 in stock

Réf : 123721

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Label : Slightly Damaged

Level : High shoulder

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Bordeaux | Haut Médoc

Tour Carnet 1975 - PROMO -10% !

€70.20 inc-VAT per bottle €78.00 inc-VAT -10%

€58.50 ex-VAT

-25%

8 in stock

Réf : 123722

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Label : Slightly Damaged

Level : Mid Shoulder

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Bordeaux | Haut Médoc

Tour Carnet 1975 - PROMO -25% !

€58.50 inc-VAT per bottle €78.00 inc-VAT -25%

€48.75 ex-VAT

2 in stock

Réf : 123919

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Level : Very High Shoulder

Wine Spectator : 92/100

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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Ausone 1985

€312.00 inc-VAT per bottle

€260.00 ex-VAT

-5%

Last one !

1 in stock

Réf : 123906

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Label : Slightly Damaged

Level : Top Shoulder

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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 1974 - PROMO -5% !

€399.00 inc-VAT per bottle €420.00 inc-VAT -5%

€332.50 ex-VAT

Last one !

1 in stock

Réf : 123920

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Label : Very slightly damaged

Level : Very High Shoulder

Robert Parker WA : 95/100

Wine Spectator : 92/100

Revue du Vin de France : 19/20

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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 1985

€708.00 inc-VAT per bottle

€590.00 ex-VAT

-10%

Last one !

1 in stock

Réf : 123922

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Label : Very slightly damaged

Level : Hauté épaule

Robert Parker WA : 95/100

Wine Spectator : 92/100

Revue du Vin de France : 19/20

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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 1985 - PROMO -10% !

€637.20 inc-VAT per bottle €708.00 inc-VAT -10%

€531.00 ex-VAT

7 in stock

Réf : 123930

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Label : Very slightly damaged

Level : Very High Shoulder

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Bordeaux | Pomerol

Conseillante 1974

€144.00 inc-VAT per bottle

€120.00 ex-VAT

-10%

3 in stock

Réf : 123931

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Label : Very slightly damaged

Level : High shoulder

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Bordeaux | Pomerol

Conseillante 1974 - PROMO -10% !

€129.60 inc-VAT per bottle €144.00 inc-VAT -10%

€108.00 ex-VAT

-15%

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1 in stock

Réf : 123932

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Label : Very slightly damaged

Level : Mid Shoulder

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Bordeaux | Pomerol

Conseillante 1974 - PROMO -15% !

€122.40 inc-VAT per bottle €144.00 inc-VAT -15%

€102.00 ex-VAT

Last one !

1 in stock

Réf : 123927

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Label : Very slightly damaged

Level : Very High Shoulder

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Bordeaux | Saint Estèphe

Dame de Montrose 1993

€54.00 inc-VAT per bottle

€45.00 ex-VAT

Last one !

1 in stock

Réf : 123934

Color : Red

Volume : 75cl

Level : Top Shoulder

Robert Parker WA : 95/100

Wine Spectator : 92/100

Revue du Vin de France : 18/20

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Bordeaux | Pomerol

Evangile 1989

€288.00 inc-VAT per bottle

€240.00 ex-VAT