Wine 2009 Bordeaux

The 2009 Bordeaux vintage is a modern classic that has captivated wine lovers since its debut. Often described as the "vintage of the decade" or even the "vintage of the century", this harvest produced wines of remarkable richness, harmony and accessibility. Born of near-perfect growing conditions, the 2009 Bordeaux vintage features voluptuous red wines, vibrant dry whites, and succulent sweet wines from Sauternes and Barsac. It is characterised by ripe fruit, silky tannins and a rich, hedonistic style reminiscent of the legendary 1982 vintage. Unlike more structured years such as 2010, the 2009 wines are perfectly approachable now, while being crafted to age gracefully, making them a versatile addition to any collection. For those looking to purchase 2009 Bordeaux, this vintage offers immediate pleasure and long-term potential.

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€20.00 - €11,420.00

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Parker WA rating

85 - 100

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Bettane & Desseauve rating

15 - 20

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Croix Beauséjour 2009
4 in stock
59471
Red
75cl
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Bordeaux | Montagne Saint Emilion

Croix Beauséjour 2009

€60.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€50.00 ex-VAT
Ripeau 2009
20 in stock
92663
Red
75cl
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Ripeau 2009

€42.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€35.00 ex-VAT
Troplong Mondot 2009 OWC
Les Mieux Notés
24 in stock
92673
Red
75cl
Original wood case - Sold by 12
96/100
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Troplong Mondot 2009 OWC

€162.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€135.00 ex-VAT
Léoville Barton 2009
4 in stock
111146
Red
75cl
94/100
95/100
18.5/20
18/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Léoville Barton 2009

€138.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€115.00 ex-VAT
Potensac 2009
2 in stock
111151
Red
75cl
89/100
16/20
16.5/20
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Bordeaux | Médoc

Potensac 2009

€36.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€30.00 ex-VAT
Grand Corbin 2009
9 in stock
111152
Red
75cl
15.5/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Grand Corbin 2009

€42.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€35.00 ex-VAT
Smith Haut Lafitte 2009 blanc OWC
5 in stock
119406
White
75cl
100/100
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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Smith Haut Lafitte 2009 blanc

€198.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€165.00 ex-VAT
Filhot 2009
Last one !
1 in stock
121256
White
75cl
94/100
90/100
16.5/20
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Bordeaux | Sauternes

Filhot 2009

€42.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€35.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 2009
Last one !
1 in stock
121287
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
98/100
20/20
20/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 2009

€750.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€625.00 ex-VAT
Yquem 2009
2 in stock
121690
White
75cl
100/100
98/100
18/20
20/20
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Bordeaux | Sauternes

Yquem 2009

€516.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€430.00 ex-VAT
Léoville Barton 2009 - PROMO -10% !
-10%
1 in stock
127625
Red
75cl
Very Damaged
94/100
95/100
18.5/20
18/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Léoville Barton 2009 - PROMO -10% !

€124.20 inc-VAT per bottle €138.00 inc-VAT -10%
€103.50 ex-VAT
Gazin 2009
2 in stock
128714
Red
75cl
93/100
93/100
17/20
16.5/20
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Bordeaux | Pomerol

Gazin 2009

€114.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€95.00 ex-VAT
Branaire Ducru 2009
3 in stock
129147
Red
75cl
94+/100
93/100
18/20
17.5/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Branaire Ducru 2009

€84.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€70.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 2009
New
1 in stock
129849
Red
75cl
100/100
98/100
19.5/100
19/100
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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Haut Brion 2009

€768.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€640.00 ex-VAT
Duclot Bordeaux Collection Case 9 bottles 2009
New
1 in stock
130019
Red
75cl
1 Pétrus, 1 Yquem, 1 Cheval Blanc, 1 Lafite Rothschild, 1 Latour, 1 Château Margaux, 1 Mouton Rothschild, 1 Haut Brion, 1 Mission Haut Brion
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Bordeaux | Bordeaux

Duclot Bordeaux Collection Case 9 Bottles 2009

€11,400.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€9,500.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 2009
New
6 in stock
130027
Red
75cl
Original wood case - Sold by 6
98/100
20/20
20/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 2009

€750.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€625.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 2009 Magnum
New
1 in stock
130028
Red
150cl
Original wood case - Sold by 1
98/100
20/20
20/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 2009 Magnum

€1,428.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€1,190.00 ex-VAT
La Fleur Pétrus 2009
New
12 in stock
130055
Red
75cl
Original wood case - Sold by 12
97/100
16.5/20
17/20
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Bordeaux | Pomerol

La Fleur Pétrus 2009

€312.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€260.00 ex-VAT
Vieux Château Certan 2009
New
6 in stock
130111
Red
75cl
Original wood case - Sold by 6
99/100
97/100
19/20
18.5/20
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Bordeaux | Pomerol

Vieux Château Certan 2009

€348.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€290.00 ex-VAT
Mouton Rothschild 2009
New
1 in stock
130177
Red
75cl
99/100
98/100
19.5/100
19.5/100
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Bordeaux | Pauillac

Mouton Rothschild 2009

€708.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€590.00 ex-VAT
Boyd Cantenac 2009
New
0 in stock
130316
Red
75cl
92/100
17/20
17.5/20
Out of stock
Bordeaux | Margaux

Boyd Cantenac 2009

€60.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€50.00 ex-VAT

Weather conditions of the 2009 vintage

The success of the 2009 Bordeaux vintage owes much to its idyllic weather. The year began with a cold, dry winter that set the stage for healthy vine dormancy, followed by a mild, humid spring that ensured ample water reserves. April brought a warm spell, although hailstorms struck Pessac-Léognan and parts of the Right Bank, slightly reducing yields. From May onward, warm, sunny days settled in, promoting uniform, rapid flowering. Summer was long, hot, and dry, with cooling nights that preserved acidity among the ripening grapes. August broke sunshine records, pushing sugar levels higher, while September and October offered perfect harvest conditions: warm days, cool nights, and minimal rain. This balance between warmth and coolness allowed winemakers to harvest at optimal maturity, creating wines of extraordinary depth and elegance. For Bordeaux wine enthusiasts, the 2009 vintage's weather story is a testament to nature's role in creating a legendary harvest.

Left Bank

Bordeaux's Left Bank shone magnificently in 2009, producing lush, powerful, and impeccably balanced red wines. Appellations like Pauillac, Saint-Julien, Saint-Estèphe, and Margaux delivered some of the vintage's most iconic bottles. These wines are characterized by their intense fruit profiles, velvety tannins, and full-bodied richness that remains sophisticated and accessible. Château Latour, often cited as the wine of the vintage, illustrates the Left Bank's triumph with its deep concentration and elegance. Château Margaux offers silky finesse, while Montrose in Saint-Estèphe approaches perfection with its bold yet harmonious structure. Cos d'Estournel also stands out, potentially the finest wine ever produced by the estate, blending opulent Merlot with austere Cabernet Sauvignon for a refreshing and luxurious finish. Pessac-Léognan added excellent dry whites, such as Château Smith Haut Lafitte Blanc, with vibrant acidity and ripe fruit. For those looking to buy 2009 Bordeaux from the Left Bank, these wines promise both immediate pleasure and decades of aging potential.

Right Bank

On the Right Bank, the 2009 Bordeaux vintage reached dazzling heights, particularly in Pomerol and Saint-Émilion. Pomerol stole the show with intense, floral wines brimming with ripe fruit and velvety textures, arguably the appellation's finest modern vintage. Château Pétrus, Château Cheval Blanc, and Lafleur lead the race, offering extraordinary complexity and lush, accessible profiles that evolve beautifully over time. Saint-Émilion showed slightly less consistency, with some wines tending toward over-ripeness, but the most remarkable ones are breathtaking. Beauséjour Duffau-Lagarrosse marked an impressive resurgence, while La Mondotte and L'Evangile delivered opulent, structured gems. High alcohol levels (often 14-15.5%) reflect the vintage's generosity, yet the best examples maintain freshness and precision. For collectors targeting 2009 Bordeaux wine from the Right Bank, these bottles blend hedonistic charm and investment-worthy longevity, making them a compelling choice.

Sauternes: Sweet wines of the 2009 vintage

The sweet wines of Sauternes and Barsac in 2009 are simply spectacular, rivaling the celebrated 2001 vintage. Ideal conditions, including late-summer warmth and timely September showers, triggered a perfect onset of noble rot, resulting in wines of intense richness, vibrant acidity, and luxurious complexity. Château d'Yquem reigns supreme with its honeyed fruit and multidimensional elegance, a wine destined to age for decades. Château Suduiraut matches this brilliance with its balanced and concentrated profile, while Coutet Cuvée Madame and Doisy Daëne L'Extravagant dazzle with their opulent textures. These 2009 Bordeaux sweet wines offer a rare combination of immediate indulgence and long-term promise, often overlooked amid the vintage's red wine excitement. For buyers seeking a diversified portfolio, 2009 Sauternes selections are a deliciously compelling option that elevates any cellar.

Critics' reviews

The 2009 Bordeaux vintage received unprecedented praise from Robert Parker, with a record 19 wines rated a perfect 100 points. Among the most notable are Château Cheval Blanc, Château Latour, Château Pétrus, Cos d'Estournel, and Château Pavie, each illustrating the vintage's depth and appeal. Other top-tier performances like Angélus (99), Lafleur (99), and Mouton Rothschild (99) underscore the near-perfect quality across estates. The Wine Advocate Vintage Guide further praises the year, rating Saint-Julien, Pauillac, and Saint-Estèphe at 99E for their extraordinary early-maturing reds, while Pomerol (98E) and Graves (98E) shine just as brightly. Sauternes and Barsac earn a 97E, hailed as "extraordinary" for their rich and complex sweet wines. These 2009 vintage ratings underscore its status as a legendary harvest, offering buyers confidence in its world-class pedigree and collectible value.

Why buy 2009 Bordeaux wines?

Investing in the 2009 Bordeaux vintage is a decision based on pleasure and potential. These wines embody a rare trio: immediate drinkability, long-term aging capability, and broad appeal across all major appellations. The reds, with their ripe fruit and melted tannins, rival the iconic 1982 vintage, offering a hedonistic style that's hard to resist. From the elegant Left Bank wines to the lush Right Bank masterpieces, each bottle tells the story of a near-perfect growing season. The sweet wines of Sauternes add a luxurious dimension, often underestimated yet ready to be appreciated in the future. The 2009 Bordeaux, priced more reasonably than the 2010 vintage, offers exceptional value for its quality, especially at today's market prices. Whether you're building a portfolio or seeking an exceptional bottle for your next gathering, buying a 2009 Bordeaux wine ensures a piece of wine history that is as rewarding today as it will be in decades to come.

Explore our selection and buy 2009 Bordeaux at the best price today. This vintage's universal excellence, backed by outstanding ratings and a proven track record, makes it a must for enthusiasts and investors alike. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of this classic. Cheers to 2009 Bordeaux, a vintage that continues to captivate and inspire!

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