2025 is a high-quality vintage in all appellations, with wines of both colors combining ripe, rich fruit, vibrant acidities and moderate alcohol levels - a combination not seen in Bordeaux in modern times. The reds are concentrated and pure with silky tannins and superb freshness and inner depth - the best have the balance to match any top vintage you care to name - while the whites have pungent aromatics, creamy textures and lively acid backbones. Finally, the sweet wines are full-bodied with inviting power and satisfying freshness. Unusually, all styles performed superbly in 2025 and are well worth your consideration! 

Few estates in the world of wine capture the imagination quite like Château Cheval Blanc. Revered for its seamless balance of power, elegance, and longevity, Cheval Blanc has long stood among Bordeaux’s most iconic and collectible wines. Crafted from the estate’s distinctive mix of Cabernet Franc and Merlot, these wines deliver extraordinary aromatics, refined texture, and remarkable depth vintage after vintage.

For collectors of classic Burgundy, few names command the same reverence as Domaine du Comte Armand. Anchored by the legendary Clos des Epeneaux monopole in the heart of Pommard, the domaine has spent generations crafting wines that marry structure, finesse, and unmistakable terroir expression.

Few wineries capture the modern spirit of Napa Valley quite like Realm Cellars. Revered by collectors and critics alike, Realm has built its reputation on producing deeply expressive Cabernet-based wines that combine opulence, precision, and unmistakable vineyard character.