Our Bordeaux Wines & Crus: from Saint-Émilion to the Médoc

The Classified Growths: Bordeaux excellence

Bordeaux boasts some of the most prestigious classifications in the world. These estates guarantee exceptional consistency and quality.

• The Médoc (1855 Classification): The five legendary "First Growths" are Château Lafite Rothschild , Château Latour , Château Margaux , Château Mouton Rothschild ( Pauillac and Margaux), and Château Haut-Brion (Pessac-Léognan). They are followed by illustrious names such as Léoville Las Cases, Pichon Baron, Palmer, and Cos d'Estournel .

• Saint-Émilion: A classification revised every 10 years where the mythical Château Cheval Blanc , Château Ausone , Château Angélus and Château Pavie shine.

• Sauternes & Barsac: The land of exceptional sweet wines with the legendary Château d'Yquem at the forefront, the only Premier Cru Supérieur, accompanied by the Coutet, Climens or Rieussec châteaux.

• The Graves: Besides Haut-Brion, there are excellent Château Pape Clément, Smith Haut Lafitte or Domaine de Chevalier .

The importance of vintages: choosing the best years

In Bordeaux, the vintage is of paramount importance because climatic variations strongly influence the character of the wine. For wines intended for aging, sunny and balanced years are preferred.

• The legendary vintages: 2005, 2009, 2010 and 2016 are considered masterpieces of structure and aging potential.

• Recent successes: The 2018, 2019 and 2020 vintages are exceptional, offering rich, ripe and very aromatic wines.

• A little tip: If you are looking for a ready-to-drink wine with vibrant fruit, look to 2015 or 2017 , which are opening up beautifully today.

The must-try appellations in our Bordeaux selection

Saint-Émilion, Pomerol and Fronsac: The rounded charm of the Right Bank

On these clay and limestone soils, Merlot reigns supreme. It yields velvety, supple wines with aromas of plum and black cherry. Saint-Émilion seduces with its elegance, while Pomerol offers a rare opulence. Appellations like Fronsac or Lalande-de-Pomerol are ideal alternatives for discovering this roundness at affordable prices.

Médoc, Graves and Pessac-Léognan: The structure of the Left Bank

Here, Cabernet Sauvignon is the grape that shapes the character. On well-drained gravelly soils, it produces powerful and structured wines with notes of blackcurrant and cedar. This is the land of wines built to age for decades. Graves and Pessac-Léognan also shine with their exceptional dry white wines, blending freshness with smoky notes.

What is the aging potential of Bordeaux wines?

Bordeaux is the master of time. While immediate enjoyment is possible with certain vintages, aging transforms the wine:

• Bordeaux & Côtes de Bordeaux: These "pleasure" wines are at their peak between 3 and 7 years .

• Village appellations (Margaux, Saint-Julien, Saint-Émilion): They start to open up around 7 years old and can be kept serenely for 15 to 20 years .

• Grands Crus Classés: For these structured wines, patience is a virtue. They require 10 years to soften and can evolve magnificently for 30, 40, or even 50 years for the greatest vintages (such as 2010 or 2016).

• Sweet Wines (Sauternes): Thanks to their sugar and acidity, these wines are practically eternal. A great Sauternes can last a century without faltering.

For your grilled red meats and cuts of beef

• The perfect pairing: A Haut-Médoc, Margaux, Pessac-Léognan or a Saint-Estèphe with a Bordelaise entrecôte cooked with vine shoots.

• The Laboxavin gem:

  • Margaux de Brane 2018 - Second Growth Classified (Margaux AOC). It impresses with its red fruit aromas, supple structure and persistent finish, making it a perfect accompaniment to grilled red meat.

  • Chateau Picque Caillou 2014 (AOC Pessac-Léognan). A supple, well-balanced wine with a bouquet of fresh fruit underscored by smoky and vanilla oak, perfect for a piece of beef.

For your roasts, ducks, game meats and stews

• The perfect pairing: A Saint-Émilion or a Pomerol with duck breast or roast beef in a crust.

• Laboxavin's gem: La Commanderie du Temple 2019 (AOC Pomerol). Elegant, complex and powerful, this wine reveals a perfect balance between fruity aromas, silky structure, and woody notes, perfectly complementing your game.

For your grilled fish and characterful cheeses

• The perfect pairing: A dry white Bordeaux or a Pessac-Léognan with grilled sea bass or a sheep's milk cheese such as Ossau-Iraty

Bordeaux: the perfect balance between power and finesse

Bordeaux wine is an invitation to share and celebrate. Whether for a grand occasion with a historic bottle or a relaxed dinner with friends featuring a Côtes de Bordeaux appellation, our selection showcases winemakers who respect the unique character of each terroir. Let yourself be seduced by the distinctive signature of the most prestigious wine region, where every bottle tells a story of balance and distinction.