Wine 2006 Bordeaux

The 2006 Bordeaux vintage bears witness to the resilience and skill of Bordeaux winemakers, with wines that shine despite a challenging growing season. Often overshadowed by the legendary 2005 vintage, 2006 offers a classic profile with structured reds, vibrant dry whites and luxurious sweet wines that deserve a place in any wine lover's collection. This vintage illustrates Bordeaux's ability to produce balanced, age-worthy wines in variable conditions, with remarkable performances from the finest estates of the Left Bank, the Right Bank and Sauternes. For those seeking a Bordeaux wine with depth, character and a touch of traditional elegance, the 2006 vintage is a compelling choice.

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Marojallia 2006 OWC
6 in stock
83414
Red
75cl
Original wood case - Sold by 6
91/100
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Marojallia 2006 OWC

€66.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€55.00 ex-VAT
Clinet 2006
3 in stock
95420
Red
75cl
91/100
90/100
17/20
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Bordeaux | Pomerol

Clinet 2006

€102.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€85.00 ex-VAT
Rauzan Gassies 2006 37.5cl
6 in stock
101233
Red
37.5cl
89/100
87/100
15.5/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Rauzan Gassies 2006 37.5cl

€30.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€25.00 ex-VAT
Grand Mayne 2006
1 in stock
105221
Red
75cl
88/100
15.5/20
16/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Grand Mayne 2006

€54.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€45.00 ex-VAT
Clinet 2006
4 in stock
105841
Red
75cl
91/100
90/100
17/20
17/20
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Bordeaux | Pomerol

Clinet 2006

€102.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€85.00 ex-VAT
Clinet 2006
4 in stock
108563
Red
75cl
91/100
90/100
17/20
17/20
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Bordeaux | Pomerol

Clinet 2006

€102.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€85.00 ex-VAT
Raymond Lafon 2006
Last one !
1 in stock
108603
White
75cl
Slightly Damaged
89/100
16.5/20
16/20
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Bordeaux | Sauternes

Raymond Lafon 2006

€48.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€40.00 ex-VAT
Sociando Mallet 2006
2 in stock
109951
Red
75cl
89/100
17/20
16.5/20
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Bordeaux | Haut Médoc

Sociando Mallet 2006

€42.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€35.00 ex-VAT
L'Arrosée 2006
Last one !
1 in stock
111456
Red
75cl
89/100
17/20
17/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

L'Arrosée 2006

€54.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€45.00 ex-VAT
Fieuzal 2006 blanc
6 in stock
113724
White
75cl
92/100
89/100
15.5/20
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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Fieuzal 2006 blanc

€42.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€35.00 ex-VAT
Clos Fourtet 2006 OWC
12 in stock
113743
Red
75cl
Original wood case - Sold by 12
93/100
90/100
16.5/20
16/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Clos Fourtet 2006 OWC

€96.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€80.00 ex-VAT
Lagrange 2006
7 in stock
113758
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged back label
93/100
90/100
16/20
15/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Lagrange 2006

€60.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€50.00 ex-VAT
La Pointe 2006 OWC
24 in stock
113769
Red
75cl
Original wood case - Sold by 12
88/100
86/100
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Bordeaux | Pomerol

La Pointe 2006 OWC

€48.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€40.00 ex-VAT
Clinet 2006
Last one !
1 in stock
114669
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
91/100
90/100
17/20
17/20
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Bordeaux | Pomerol

Clinet 2006

€102.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€85.00 ex-VAT
Beauséjour Bécot 2006
4 in stock
117826
Red
75cl
86/100
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Beauséjour Bécot 2006

€60.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€50.00 ex-VAT
Brane Cantenac 2006 OWC
18 in stock
120044
Red
75cl
Original wood case - Sold by 6
89/100
90/100
16.5/20
15/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Brane Cantenac 2006 OWC

€78.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€65.00 ex-VAT
Guiraud 2006
6 in stock
122618
White
75cl
93/100
16/20
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Bordeaux | Sauternes

Guiraud 2006

€39.60 inc-VAT per bottle
€33.00 ex-VAT
Maucaillou 2006
2 in stock
122873
Red
75cl
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Bordeaux | Moulis en Médoc

Maucaillou 2006

€22.80 inc-VAT per bottle
€19.00 ex-VAT
Chasse Spleen 2006
12 in stock
123528
Red
75cl
89/100
15.5/20
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Bordeaux | Moulis en Médoc

Chasse Spleen 2006

€42.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€35.00 ex-VAT
Maucaillou 2006
29 in stock
123534
Red
75cl
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Bordeaux | Moulis en Médoc

Maucaillou 2006

€22.80 inc-VAT per bottle
€19.00 ex-VAT
Petit Village 2006
7 in stock
123556
Red
75cl
86/100
88/100
16.5/20
16/20
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Bordeaux | Pomerol

Petit Village 2006

€78.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€65.00 ex-VAT
Haut Marbuzet 2006
19 in stock
123572
Red
75cl
87/100
88/100
16/20
16.5/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Estèphe

Haut Marbuzet 2006

€42.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€35.00 ex-VAT
Lagrange 2006
32 in stock
123583
Red
75cl
93/100
90/100
16/20
15/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Lagrange 2006

€60.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€50.00 ex-VAT
Montrose 2006
12 in stock
124487
Red
75cl
Original wood case - Sold by 12
87/100
93/100
15.5/20
17/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Estèphe

Montrose 2006

€114.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€95.00 ex-VAT
Climens 2006
1 in stock
125092
White
75cl
94/100
94/100
19/20
17.5/20
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Bordeaux | Sauternes

Climens 2006

€78.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€65.00 ex-VAT
Sociando Mallet 2006 - PROMO -5% !
-5%
3 in stock
126138
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
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Bordeaux | Haut Médoc

Sociando Mallet 2006 - PROMO -5% !

€45.60 inc-VAT per bottle €48.00 inc-VAT -5%
€38.00 ex-VAT
Calon Ségur 2006
3 in stock
127419
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
93/100
92/100
17/20
17.5/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Estèphe

Calon Ségur 2006

€108.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€90.00 ex-VAT
Soutard 2006
3 in stock
127425
Red
75cl
15/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Soutard 2006

€48.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€40.00 ex-VAT
Langoa Barton 2006
1 in stock
127426
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
91/100
91/100
16.5/20
16.5/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Langoa Barton 2006

€54.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€45.00 ex-VAT
Langoa Barton 2006
1 in stock
127427
Red
75cl
91/100
91/100
16.5/20
16.5/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Langoa Barton 2006

€54.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€45.00 ex-VAT
Tertre 2006
3 in stock
127463
Red
75cl
85/100
16/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Tertre 2006

€54.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€45.00 ex-VAT
Léoville Barton 2006
5 in stock
128151
Red
75cl
92/100
94/100
18/20
17/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Léoville Barton 2006

€108.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€90.00 ex-VAT
Haut Bailly 2006
New
2 in stock
128577
Red
75cl
93/100
92/100
17/20
17.5/20
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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Haut Bailly 2006

€84.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€70.00 ex-VAT
Clinet 2006
New
6 in stock
129138
Red
75cl
91/100
90/100
17/20
17/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pomerol

Clinet 2006

€90.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€75.00 ex-VAT
La Gomerie 2006
New
6 in stock
129144
Red
75cl
91/100
92/100
16/20
17/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

La Gomerie 2006

€84.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€70.00 ex-VAT

Weather conditions of the 2006 vintage

The 2006 season in Bordeaux was a true climatic roller coaster, testing the adaptability of the region's winemakers. A cold and wet winter set the stage, delaying budbreak and keeping the vines dormant until early spring. In June and July, the weather became hot and dry, with July temperatures exceeding averages by 4.4°C, pushing the grapes toward maturity. However, August brought a dramatic change, with cooling, overcast skies and drizzle that slowed veraison and swelled the berries with moisture. When all seemed uncertain, September arrived as a saving grace: a heat wave rivaling the intensity of 1921, followed by sunny and warm days that perfectly ripened the grapes. Yet the month was not without challenges, with mid-September thunderstorms and heavy rains particularly affecting late-ripening areas. Pomerol largely escaped the showers, harvesting early, while the Left Bank experienced mixed results depending on timing and terroir. October's fine weather rewarded those who waited, ensuring that careful selection would produce concentrated and structured wines. This dynamic vintage, shaped by nature's whims, underscores the expertise behind every bottle of 2006 Bordeaux wine.

Left Bank

Bordeaux's Left Bank, encompassing the Médoc, Pauillac and Pessac-Léognan, established itself as a grand cru in the 2006 vintage, producing red and white wines of remarkable structure and finesse. Cabernet Sauvignon performed particularly well on the gravel soils that withstood the season's challenges, yielding wines with firm tannins, fresh acidity and deep fruit flavors. Pauillac stands out as the most consistent appellation, with Château Mouton Rothschild receiving praise as the wine of the vintage, a striking example of power and elegance. Nearby, Pontet-Canet delivered a superb offering, thanks to rigorous selection that reduced yields but elevated quality. Château Margaux and Château Latour favored a traditional and restrained style, showcasing the classic Bordeaux structure so beloved, while Château Haut-Brion added complexity and balance to the collection.

Pessac-Léognan also stood out, with its dry whites stealing the show. The cool August preserved acidity, and September's heat brought phenolic maturity, producing aromatic and fruity whites with delicate minerality. Château Pape Clément Blanc, rated 98 by Robert Parker, perfectly exemplifies this success with its vibrant clarity and aging potential. For red wine enthusiasts, the 2006 Left Bank vintage offers tannic and powerful wines that drink well now but promise future evolution. These highlights make the Left Bank a top choice for anyone looking to purchase 2006 Bordeaux wines.

Right Bank

On the Right Bank, Pomerol and Saint-Émilion crafted some of the 2006 vintage's most captivating wines, with Merlot taking center stage on the clay and limestone soils. Pomerol particularly shone, avoiding much of the September rains by harvesting early. The result? Concentrated and opulent wines with supple tannins and hedonistic charm. Château Pétrus and Château La Conseillante produced remarkable examples, blending rich fruit and aromatic complexity that appeals to both immediate drinkers and patient collectors. Château Cheval Blanc, rated 97 by Robert Parker, further elevates the Right Bank's reputation with its measured elegance and depth.

Saint-Émilion showed more variability but nevertheless delivered gems. Château Angélus and Château Pavie crafted exceptional wines, balancing ripe fruit and masculine structure, while Château Ausone added finesse to the ensemble. Although Pomerol generally surpassed its neighbor, Saint-Émilion's best offerings hold their own with impressive quality. The 2006 Right Bank vintage wines offer a softer and more accessible style compared to the Left Bank, making them versatile in any cellar. For those looking to taste the lush, Merlot-based side of Bordeaux, these wines are essential.

Sauternes: Sweet wines from the 2006 vintage

The sweet wines of Sauternes and Barsac in the 2006 Bordeaux vintage are a triumph of perseverance, overcoming a season of limited botrytis influence to produce rich and balanced treasures. Harvest selection was crucial, with winemakers meticulously harvesting the finest grapes to craft wines with concentrated sweetness, toasted notes and vibrant acidity. Château d'Yquem, earning a remarkable 98 from Robert Parker, leads the way with its luxurious profile and aging complexity, drawing comparisons with the prestigious 1998 vintage. Château Suduiraut also impressed, offering a round and harmonious wine that delights the palate with its depth and elegance.

Although production was lower than in 2005, the quality of these sweet wines remains exceptional, particularly on the clay soils of Sauternes and limestone soils of Barsac. Their well-defined aromas and balanced structure make them highly sought after by collectors and dessert wine enthusiasts. For those looking to purchase 2006 Bordeaux sweet wines, Sauternes and Barsac offer a decadent experience that promises to evolve beautifully over time, adding a touch of opulence to any collection.

Critics' reviews

The 2006 Bordeaux vintage has received high praise from Robert Parker and The Wine Advocate, highlighting its quality across all categories. Château Cheval Blanc earned an impressive 97, reflecting its elegance and power, while Château d'Yquem, with a 98, confirms its status as an icon of sweet wines. Dry whites like Laville-Haut-Brion Blanc and Pape Clément Blanc both scored 98 points, celebrated for their precision and fruity intensity. The Wine Advocate's vintage guide further validates the vintage's appeal, rating Pomerol as "Exceptional" at 90T for its tannic and youthful reds, and Barsac/Sauternes as "Above Average to Excellent" at 88R, emphasizing their drinkability. Graves/Pessac-Léognan and Margaux both scored 87E and 88E, respectively, for their early accessibility.

Critics praised the vintage's classic structure, with wines like Mouton Rothschild acclaimed as highlights by several critics. The aromatic concentration of the dry whites and the luxurious balance of the sweet wines also attracted attention, positioning 2006 as a vintage of resilience and refinement. These vintage ratings and expert recommendations strongly advocate for adding 2006 Bordeaux to your collection.

Why buy 2006 Bordeaux wines?

So, why buy 2006 Bordeaux wines? This vintage offers a unique blend of accessibility and longevity, appealing to both casual drinkers and serious collectors. The reds, with their firm tannins and fresh acidity, provide a classic Bordeaux experience that drinks very well today while being promising for the future. The structured cabernet-based Left Bank wines and the lush merlot-based Right Bank wines bring diversity, while the dry white wines of Pessac-Léognan bring vibrant freshness to the table. The sweet wines of Sauternes add a touch of richness, perfect for special occasions or long-term aging.

Beyond their taste, these wines carry the prestige of Bordeaux's greatest estates, from Mouton Rothschild to Yquem, which guarantees their quality and exclusivity. The rarity of the 2006 vintage, due to reduced yields and meticulous selection, reinforces its appeal and makes it a top choice in the secondary market. Whether you are building a cellar or looking for a memorable bottle, 2006 Bordeaux wines offer exceptional value and character. Don't miss the opportunity to purchase 2006 Bordeaux at the best price and savor a vintage that proves great wines can emerge even from the most challenging seasons.

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