James Suckling (92)

Intense aromas of sliced meat, with tobacco and flowers as well as ripe fruit. Full body, with soft and silky tannins and a juicy finish. A little short hollow in mid-palate. But outstanding all the same. Try in 2018.

Wine Spectator (92)

A structured, weighty style, with dark blueberry, fig and blackberry fruit. There's ample toast, but it's well-embedded. Big but polished. Score range: 89-92

Wine Spectator (92)

A structured, weighty style, with dark blueberry, fig and blackberry fruit. There's ample toast, but it's well-embedded. Big but polished. Score range: 89-92

Discerning wine connoisseurs will relish in the exquisite Aurage 2016, a hallmark of Bordeaux craftsmanship. This harmonious blend showcases the essence of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc, carefully cultivated in the charming vineyards of Côtes de Castillon. This micro-cru, meticulously produced by the celebrated winemakers - Fiona, Jacques, and Daniel Thienpont - manifestly embodies their dedication to superior viticulture and refined winemaking.

Aurage 2016 exudes a rich and full-bodied character, boasting a delightful palate of vibrant blackberry and plum, intertwined with nuances of smooth spices and delicate cocoa. A triumph of balance between power and finesse, this French gem is a fitting testament to an exceptional vintage. The ageing process in new French oak barrels for 14 months engenders an unmatched complexity and depth that renders this wine a well-aged beauty. Sip and savour every drop of Aurage 2016, a wine that exhibits profound elegance and longevity.

Emanating from the esteemed cellars of Château Lescalle, we present the bewitching pleasure of Aurage 2019. This exalted representation of Bordeaux Supérieur manifests the viticultural mastery of Propriétaire-Récoltant Max de Pourtalès, delivering a wine that boasts elegance and balance in equal measure. With its blend predominantly of Merlot and an accent of Cabernet Franc, Aurage 2019 imparts a complex profile of dark berries, plum, and subtle spice.

Precisely harvested at peak ripeness then matured in French oak barrels for eighteen months, the Aurage 2019 delivers a voluptuously silky texture, superb depth of flavour and refined maturity befitting its lineage. This wine's terroir is distinctively displayed through its graphite minerality and well-delineated structure indicative of the splendid gravelly clay soils and meticulous vine cultivation.

Aurage 2019 is a testimonial to the prowess of its producer and the rich heritage of the Bordeaux region, fulfilling the promise of a captivating and indulgent journey in every sip for discerning oenophiles.

Savour the exquisite delicacy of Aurage 2020, an extraordinary vintage hailing from the prestigious terroirs of Bordeaux's Côte de Castillon. Master winegrower, Aurélien Perdriau, meticulously oversees every aspect of the creation of this merlot-based blend, reflecting both the passion and commitment of a stellar artisan.

Born from sustainable farming practices and manual harvests, Aurage 2020 stands as a testament to French winemaking brilliance. Its ageing in French oak barrels augments the elegant minerality and dark fruit flavours with delicate woody nuances. This masterpiece encapsulates the unique soil composition of its vineyard and the nuances of its sun-kissed growth season, which awards the wine its beautifully balanced characteristics.

With its magnificent garnet hue, ripe blackcurrant and cherry notes leading to a full, velvety palate, and remarkably long finish, the Aurage 2020 promises an unparalleled wine indulgence. Log our website and delve into the world of premium wines with this truly captivating Bordeaux blend.

Jancis Robinson (16)

Less obviously seductive but rich and sweet with chalky, dry tannins. Plenty of matière. Follows the house style.

Wine Advocate (93)

The 1989 Château L'Eglise-Clinet continues to shine at 27 years of age and this was certainly a better example than several that I have tasted in the last two or three years. It has a very complex nose, this bottle one of the most backward that I have encountered: red berry fruit, black truffle, crushed violets and sage aromas, a hint of warm tar emerging with time. The palate is extremely well balanced, still quite youthful and structured—a Pomerol that you have to learn to love (although trust me, it is worth the effort). This example suggests that it still has many years ahead, such is its substance and length. This was always a brilliant wine from Denis Durantou, a Pomerol that wears its heart on its sleeve. Long may it shine. Tasted January 2016.

Wine Spectator (94)

Wonderfully harmonious red with an abundance of blackberries, chocolate and spice on the nose and palate. Full-bodied, adding loads of velvety tannins and a long, fruity finish. Delicious now but will improve with age.--L'Eglise Clinet vertical. Drink now through 2015.

Vinous - Neal Martin (94)

The 2004 l’Eglise-Clinet is an outstanding wine for the vintage, where notes both from bottles and magnum have been uniformly impressive. It has a fragrant bouquet with copious red cherry, crushed strawberry, orange sorbet and violet aromas that you would think come from a warmer growing season. The palate is beautifully balanced with fine-grain tannin, a fine bead of acidity, resolutely classic in style with a persistent tobacco-laced finish. It is a quintessential l’Eglise-Clinet that can be broached now, but will also age. Tasted at a private dinner in London.

Vinous - Neal Martin (94)

The 2004 l’Eglise-Clinet is an outstanding wine for the vintage, where notes both from bottles and magnum have been uniformly impressive. It has a fragrant bouquet with copious red cherry, crushed strawberry, orange sorbet and violet aromas that you would think come from a warmer growing season. The palate is beautifully balanced with fine-grain tannin, a fine bead of acidity, resolutely classic in style with a persistent tobacco-laced finish. It is a quintessential l’Eglise-Clinet that can be broached now, but will also age. Tasted at a private dinner in London.

Wine Advocate (96)

Tasted at Bordeaux Index's annual 10-Year On tasting in London. The 2006 Château L'Eglise-Clinet has a killer bouquet: intense black and red fruit, crushed rose petals, a touch of potters wheel and dried herbs. It possesses one of the classiest aromatics in the Pomerol appellation. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin, dense dark berry fruit laced with black tea, dried herbs and a touch of juniper, gently building towards a lightly spiced, dense finish with impressive substance. This is a long-term Pomerol that needs another 3-4 years in bottle. Tasted January 2016.

Wine Advocate (96)

Tasted at Bordeaux Index's annual 10-Year On tasting in London. The 2006 Château L'Eglise-Clinet has a killer bouquet: intense black and red fruit, crushed rose petals, a touch of potters wheel and dried herbs. It possesses one of the classiest aromatics in the Pomerol appellation. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin, dense dark berry fruit laced with black tea, dried herbs and a touch of juniper, gently building towards a lightly spiced, dense finish with impressive substance. This is a long-term Pomerol that needs another 3-4 years in bottle. Tasted January 2016.

Wine Advocate (99+)

Proprietor Denis Durantou has produced a blockbuster Pomerol from a blend of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc, tipping the scales at just over 14.5% natural alcohol. A riveting wine, pure, elegant, but at the same time, extremely powerful and concentrated, with stunning texture, opulence and density, the tannins are abundant, and the wine certainly in need of a decade of cellaring. Fabulous creme de cassis and cherry liqueur notes are intertwined with hints of licorice, truffle, and graphite. Full and rich, but still in an infantile state of development, this wine needs to be cellared for 10 years but should keep for five decades or more. This 2009 is absolutely profound.