Saint-Emilion

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Saint Emilion, a must for gourmet meals

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Saint-Emilion wines are world-renowned for their quality. Thanks to strict production criteria, each cru is unique. Since 1955, these wines have been classified, a guarantee of quality for consumers. The prestigious list is reviewed every ten years. The latest wines to be classified in 2006 include Château Cheval Blanc, Château Angelus, Château Larcis-Ducasse, Château Pavie, Château Ausone, Château Figeac, Château Valandraud, Château la Dominique, Château Jean Faure and Château Beauséjour-Bécot.

Ruby eyes, long, silky mouthfeel: these are just some of the characteristics of Saint Emilion wines, which rank among the most prestigious appellations. They draw their richness from a unique terroir, and authentic know-how dating back over two thousand years. Saint Emilion is one of the world's most prestigious appellations, with two levels of quality: simple Saint Emilion and grand cru Saint Emilion.

Saint Emilion wine and its grape varieties

It's a very precise combination of the different grape varieties that have made Saint Emilion famous. Merlot, the main grape variety (60%), thrives on clay soils, giving the wine its fruity aromatic flavors, roundness and suppleness. The combination of Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, which thrive on limestone, gravel and sand soils, gives the wine its rich tannins and spicy flavors. Those from low-lying, alluvial soils display a delicate subtlety.

Saint-Emilion is nicknamed the "King of Wines" by the English. The AOC (appellation d'origine contrôlée) covers several communes around the medieval town of Saint-Emilion. The reputation of the Saint-Emilion vineyards has long since spread beyond our borders. Thanks to its exceptional character, it has even been listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, a remarkable cultural landscape.

Four types of terroir characterize the Saint-Emilion appellation: a limestone plateau in the center of the vineyard, limestone soils with a clay-loam texture (the "molasses du Fronsadais") around the plateau, a sandy layer in the northwest of the territory and lighter soils based on gravel (gravel and alluvial pebbles) and sand in the south, in the Dordogne valley. The vineyards benefit from a temperate oceanic climate, with few frosts in spring and fairly sunny autumns. As a result, the grapes ripen in optimal conditions!

Saint Emilion and Saint Emilion grand cru

For hundreds of years, Saint Emilion wines have been produced to the highest standards, and over the years they have acquired worldwide renown. The first tastings and quality controls were carried out in the 1950s. Saint Emilion Grand Cru is one of Saint Emilion's Grands Crus Classés.

To bear the Grand Cru label, conditions are stricter than for the AOC Saint Emilion appellation. Yields must be limited to 40 hectolitres per hectare, and the wine must be aged for twelve months. In the AOC Saint Emilion grand cru, we find two grands crus classés A: Château Ausone and Château Cheval Blanc, as well as eleven grands crus classés B.

Characteristics of Saint Emilion

Saint Emilion is a red wine. It has a crimson color, tending towards dark garnet when a few years old. Well-ripened vintages have fresh, fruity aromas combined with notes of spice and discreet vanilla, and a touch of undergrowth. On the palate, Saint Emilion is full-bodied, underpinned by fine, tightly-packed tannins and a luscious, fleshy structure. The finish is long and fresh, with aromas of red fruits.

Saint Emilion and gastronomy

Saint Emilion goes well with all Bordeaux dishes. It's ideal for dishes such as tournedos, prime rib and entrecôte with porcini mushrooms. A must is pan-fried foie gras, which goes perfectly with this tannic red wine. With a rare tournedos of beef, we recommend a young wine; the rare side will be enhanced by the wine's red fruit aromas.

Saint Emilion goes particularly well with soft, bloomy-rind cheeses such as Saint-Nectaire and Brie. On the dessert side, Saint Emilion is perfect for chocolate desserts, especially dark chocolate. Against the bitterness of cocoa, Saint Emilion will appear velvety, and its red fruit aromas will stand out.

How to serve Saint Emilion?

If it's a young wine, it should be decanted before serving, to develop all its aromas. Older wines do not need to be aerated. Simply uncork them two hours before the start of the meal. The ideal temperature for tannins is 18 degrees. We recommend glasses with a large belly, as this allows the wine to swirl around to release its aromas, while the top of the glass concentrates them towards the taster's nostrils.

For the festive season, don't forget Saint Emilion and Saint Emilion Grand Cru on your table, they'll seduce every guest with a gastronomic meal.

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Château Pavie Macquin Saint-Emilion 2017 - 1er Grand Cru Classé B

Saint-Emilion Grand Cru|Red wine

4.6/5 (11 reviews)

97/100 Robert Parker

96/100 Yves Beck

95/100 James Suckling

95/100 Le Figaro

95/100 Vinous

95/100 Wine Enthusiast

17/20 Bettane & Desseauve

merlot

grand cru classé

1er cru classé

ready to drink

large class

"A simply stunning exercise in precision and balance! ~ Wine Advocate "

"Deep garnet-purple in color, Pavie Macquin 2017 emerges from the glass with exuberant scents of warm black cherries, blackberry tart and wild blueberry coulis, as well as notes of menthol, licorice, candied violet and charcuterie. Medium-bodied, the palate is an exercise in precision and balance, with a beautiful weave of wonderfully ripe, very fine tannins and bold freshness, a very long, multi-layered finish. Simply stunning" (Wine Advocate 2020) - Delivery in wooden cases possible for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected).

Château Pavie Macquin Saint-Emilion 2017 - 1er Grand Cru Classé B

Château de Ferrand Saint-Emilion 2020 - Grand Cru Classé

Saint-Emilion Grand Cru|Red wine

2*Étoiles Hachette

95/100 Decanter

94-95/100 Vert de Vin

94/100 James Suckling

94/100 Yves Beck

94/100 Jeb Dunnuck

racy

character

grand cru classé

rising value

"It combines charm and power, with unequivocal value for money!"

"The bewitching bouquet includes crushed mint, bright blueberries, juicy blackberries and sloes. When tasted at the estate last year, the 2020 showed more structure than the 2019 and 2018, but this year it's blossoming into a gorgeous wine of great class and refinement. Decanting is essential for this recent and favorite vintage of Château de Ferrand, as it combines fresh and warm fruit, culminating in a long, persistent finish echoing black cherry and violet. The predominance of (ripe) tannins is good news for ageing, even if it's hard to resist the suave texture on the palate today. The quality/price ratio is unbeatable" (Decanter 2023) - Delivery in wooden cases possible for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected).

Château de Ferrand Saint-Emilion 2020 - Grand Cru Classé

Château Grand Corbin-Despagne Saint-Emilion 2020 - Grand Cru Classé BIO

Saint-Emilion Grand Cru|Red wine|Organic

4.2/5 (4 reviews)

96/100 Vert de Vin

95/100 Vinous

95/100 Terre de Vins

95/100 Yves Beck

94-95/100 Bettane & Desseauve

1*Étoile Hachette

gourmet

grand cru classé

biodynamics

great success

"This wine is magnificently realized in every respect. Impressive! ~ Vinous "

"Grand Corbin-Despagne's bouquet emerges with subtlety and complexity. It has no particular focus, apart from its ability to reveal many facets, from fruity to spicy and mineral notes. The wine is endowed with fleshy tannins, an incisive structure and a roving fruity expression, from the attack to the finish. A wine unafraid to show its temperament, respectively its tension, ideally packed by the finesse and softness of Merlot. The finish is juicy, fruity and persistent. What a great success" (Yves Beck 2022) - Delivery in wooden cases possible for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected).

Château Grand Corbin-Despagne Saint-Emilion 2020 - Grand Cru Classé BIO

Château Pavie Macquin Saint-Emilion 2020 - 1er Grand Cru Classé B

Saint-Emilion Grand Cru|Red wine

100/100 Vinous

3*Coup de Coeur Hachette

98-99/100 Vert de Vin

98/100 James Suckling

98/100 Yves Beck

98/100 The Wine Cellar Insider - Jeff Leve

merlot

impressive

energy

grand cru classé

1er cru classé

"I've never drunk a Pavie Macquin like this one, with a verticality that takes you so deep! ~ James Suckling "

"Pavie Macquin 2020 is sensational. Rich, dark and explosive, the 2020 balances the estate's signature natural richness. A level of energy and vivacity I haven't seen here in the recent past. The result is an imposing Pavie Macquin that delivers on all its promises. In this vintage, winemaker Nicolas Thienpont didn't use Cabernet Sauvignon, so the blend is 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc, the latter bringing aromatic presence, energy and depth. A true Favorite " (Vinous 2022) - Delivery in wooden cases possible for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected).

Château Pavie Macquin Saint-Emilion 2020 - 1er Grand Cru Classé B

Petit Corbin-Despagne Saint-Emilion 2018 - Second vin BIO

Saint-Emilion Grand Cru|Red wine|Organic

91/100 RVF

91/100 James Suckling

91/100 Vert de Vin

ripe fruit

second wine

ready to drink

bio&bon

"A precise wine, stretched, on the fruit and well conducted ~ Vert de Vin "

"Lots of dark cherry and chocolate aromas, with hints of nuts and peanuts. Medium to full body, with polished, chewy tannins and a pleasant finish. Made from organically grown grapes". (James Suckling 2021)

Petit Corbin-Despagne Saint-Emilion 2018 - Second wine BIO

Château Grand Corbin-Despagne Saint-Emilion 2018 - Grand Cru Classé BIO

Saint-Emilion Grand Cru|Red wine|Organic

95/100 Terre de Vins

94-95/100 Vert de Vin

94/100 Coup de Cœur RVF

94/100 Yves Beck

93/100 Robert Parker

93/100 James Suckling

racy

delicious

grand cru classé

bio&bon

"One of Saint-Émilion's phenomena with a delicate style!"

"Clothed in fine, delicate oak, the material fleshes out around concentrated, powerful, dense, juicy fruit. The grainy quality of the subtle touch and the licorice and spice finish are remarkable. The aromatic spectrum is open and frank". (La Revue du Vin de France 2024) - Delivery in wooden cases possible for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected).

Château Grand Corbin-Despagne Saint-Emilion 2018 - Grand Cru Classé BIO

Château Beau-Séjour Bécot Saint-Emilion 2019 - 1er Grand Cru Classé B

Saint-Emilion Grand Cru|Red wine

97/100 Yves Beck

97/100 The Wine Cellar Insider - Jeff Leve

97/100 Vert de Vin

96/100 Le Figaro

96/100 Bettane & Desseauve

96/100 James Suckling

96/100 Decanter

grand cru classé

1er cru classé

rising star

large class

"This great wine, full of energy and elegance, has the wind in its sails!

"From the outset, the BSB bouquet (it's easier to write, but note that the addendum takes me 3 times longer) sets the tone! Or rather... the nose. Given its complexity and subtlety, it's a pleasure to savor. Subtle notes of Morello cherry, marzipan, blackberry and graphite. On the palate, finesse rules. The wine is crisp and precise, well supported by the tension of its acid structure and the gracefulness of its tannins. What energy! The palate also stands out for its aromatic intensity, which is omnipresent from the outset. What a great wine that shines with its ability to sing in tune and share its melody far and wide, without being noisy! (Yves Beck 2021) - Delivery in wooden cases possible for orders of 12 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected).

Château Beau-Séjour Bécot Saint-Emilion 2019 - 1er Grand Cru Classé B

Château Pipeau - Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2020

Saint-Emilion Grand Cru|Red wine

4.2/5 (8 reviews)

92/100 James Suckling

91/100 Wine Spectator

merlot

velouté

fine tannins

best seller

"A best-seller with exemplary classicism!

"Dark, ripe plums, with sweet spices, blue flowers and dry earth. Medium-bodied, with fine, bright tannins and sumptuous blue fruits on the mid-palate. It's polished and restrained, with a lingering finish." (James Suckling 2023) - A must-have for any Right Bank enthusiast!

Château Pipeau - Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2020

Château Laroque Saint-Emilion 2021 - Grand Cru Classé

Saint-Emilion Grand Cru|Red wine

95/100 Yves Beck

94-95/100 Terre de Vins

94/100 Vinous

94/100 Le Figaro

93-94/100 Vert de Vin

merlot

refined

grand cru classé

best seller

"A marvel that expresses all the delicacy of Saint-Émilion!

"Laroque 2021 is classy, elegant and refined. A wine of great scope and breed, Laroque represents the quintessential delicacy of Saint-Émilion. Silky tannins envelop a core of black cherry, plum, spice, new leather, licorice and menthol. All the elements are very well balanced. " (Vinous 2023) - Delivery in wooden case possible for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected)

Château Laroque Saint-Emilion 2021 - Grand Cru Classé

Le Petit Cheval Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2020 - Second vin

Saint-Emilion Grand Cru|Red wine

96/100 Jean-Marc Quarin

95-96/100 Vert de Vin

95/100 James Suckling

95/100 Decanter

95/100 Yves Beck

95/100 Bettane & Desseauve

racy

textured

captivating

second wine

"It has to be unanimous: captivating, impressive and extremely enjoyable!"

"Nose of cola, licorice and ripe blueberries - fragrant, heady and expressive. The palate is delicious, smooth and energetic, with youthful tension on the mid-palate. Elegant with a gorgeous texture, perfectly balanced to give an expression of fullness, while retaining a refined, concentrated delivery of black fruits, licorice and flowers. Impressive and extremely pleasing - makes you want a glass immediately. Spicy and fragrant because of the Cabernet Franc, but it's all the better for it with 59% Cabernet Franc and 41% Merlot". (Decanter 2023) - Delivery in wooden cases possible for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected).

Le Petit Cheval Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2020 - Second wine

Château Cheval Blanc St-Emilion 2020 - 1er Grand Cru Classé A

Saint-Emilion Grand Cru|Red wine

99/100 The Wine Cellar Insider - Jeff Leve

99/100 Tastingbook - Markus Del Monego

99/100 Jean-Marc Quarin

98-99/100 Terre de Vins

98/100 James Suckling

98/100 Decanter

98/100 RVF

dense

refined

wonder

grand cru classé

1er cru classé

"Beautifully woven texture, incredible mosaic of detail, magnetic as a double bass chord! ~ Terre de Vins "

"The bouquet of white, red and violet flowers has been further enhanced by the addition of Indian spices, red and black fruits, and truffles. However, as pleasing as the nose is, it's the palate, with its seemingly endless layers of cashmere-textured fruit, refined, silky tannins, vivacity and energy, that steals the show. The wine delicately caresses the palate for over 60 seconds. This is a monumental Cheval Blanc that will age for decades, but it's sexy and can be enjoyed young. Drink between 2027 and 2065." (Jeff Leve 2023) - Delivery in wooden case possible for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected).

Château Cheval Blanc St-Emilion 2020 - 1er Grand Cru Classé A

Château Mangot - Saint-Emilion Grand Cru BIO 2020

Saint Emilion Grand Cru|Red wine|Organic

4.2/5 (22 reviews)

95-96/100 Terre de Vins

95/100 Yves Beck

94/100 Robert Parker

94/100 Decanter

94/100 Coup de Cœur RVF

1*Étoile Hachette

juicy

bio&bon

favorite

model of success

"The jewel in the crown of the Todeschini brothers, talented organic winemakers!

"Mangot 2020 proved magnificent, bursting with aromas of cherry, wild berry, rose petal, blood orange and bay leaf. Medium- to full-bodied, supple and seamless, it's pure and vibrant, with a layered core of fruit, velvety tannins and a long, mouthwatering chalky finish. This is a brilliant wine that sells for a pittance and outshines many of its better-known neighbors." (Wine Advocate 2022)

Château Mangot - Saint-Emilion Grand Cru BIO 2020

Carillon d'Angélus Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2019 - Second Vin

Saint-Emilion Grand Cru|Red wine

4/5 (1 review)

2*Étoiles Hachette

95/100 James Suckling

94/100 Decanter

93/100 Le Figaro

93/100 The Wine Cellar Insider - Jeff Leve

93/100 Jean-Marc Quarin

merlot

delicate

delicious

second wine

"Particularly hedonistic with great purity of fruit and disconcerting delicacy!"

"L'Angelus is back in the Guide with the second wine of the vintage, made from 15 hectares of dedicated land. Le Carillon explores the full potential of Merlot (90%) on three very different terroirs. Aged half in new barrels and half in one-wine barrels for 16 months in this vintage, it benefits from the same care as its elder brother. No false notes for this beautifully balanced, gourmet wine, skilfully served by ripe, finely spiced fruit. The palate is full-bodied without excess, rich, suave and long, supported by smooth, silky tannins. A tasty, ambitious second wine, to be enjoyed with a Bazas entrecôte steak". (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2023) - Delivery in wooden cases possible for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected).

Carillon d'Angélus Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2019 - Second Vin

Mondot Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2019 - Second vin

Saint-Emilion Grand Cru|Red wine

94/100 Decanter

93/100 James Suckling

92-94/100 Anthocyanes - Yohan Castaing

92/100 Vinous

92/100 Yves Beck

merlot

freshness

second wine

immediate pleasure

"The experts are unanimous: this 100% merlot is delicious!

"Such an impression of limestone terroir on the nose and palate here with nuances of wet stone and graphite edged with fragrant red cherries. Superbly unctuous, with a supple but soft texture. Well-integrated tannins are lifted by the utterly succulent midpalate, juicy and bright, but also layered with strawberries, red cherries and blueberries. Playful, but also well-controlled and well-presented. Long, punchy finish. A lively, elegant and delicious wine". (Decanter 2022)

Mondot Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2019 - Second wine

Château Troplong Mondot Saint-Emilion 2019 - 1er Grand Cru Classé B

Saint-Emilion Grand Cru|Red wine

5/5 (1 review)

100/100 Wine Enthusiast

99-100/100 Anthocyanes - Yohan Castaing

98-99/100 Terre de Vins

98/100 Robert Parker

98/100 Decanter

98/100 Yves Beck

merlot

velvet

impressive

grand cru classé

1er cru classé

"The most impressive stylistic revolution in the Bordeaux region. To be continued!"

"The 2019 is shaping up more and more like a consecration, like a rebirth, like the obvious turning point begun in 2017. The symbiosis between freshness and maturity, between chalky and fruity nuances, between charm and rigor. On the palate, the wine stands out not for its opulence, but for its muscles, for its ability to reconcile power and precision with sapidity and sensuality. A brilliant, highly accomplished wine". (Yves Beck 2024) - Delivery in wooden cases possible for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected).

Château Troplong Mondot Saint-Emilion 2019 - 1er Grand Cru Classé B

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