{"title":"SAINT-ESTÈPHE","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/Sainte_Estephe_Collection_Banner.jpg?v=1540206497\" alt=\"Vineyards in the Saint Estèphe Wine Region of Bordeaux\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003eLocated at the northern end of the famous \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27\" data-index-in-node=\"78\"\u003eLeft Bank\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27\" data-index-in-node=\"89\"\u003eSaint-Estèphe\u003c\/b\u003e is the brilliant, robust powerhouse of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27\" data-index-in-node=\"142\"\u003eBordeaux\u003c\/b\u003e. Led by spectacular, forward-thinking estates like Château Cos d'Estournel and Château Montrose, the wines from this appellation are wonderfully deep, earthy, and full of character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"28\"\u003eBecause the soils here contain slightly more clay than its southern neighbours, this is the region to explore if you enjoy a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"28\" data-index-in-node=\"125\"\u003ered wine\u003c\/b\u003e with a bold, uncompromising personality. A classic Saint-Estèphe delivers an incredibly satisfying mouthful of rich, dark fruits, often mingled with warming spices and a lovely, savoury earthiness. While built predominantly from \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"28\" data-index-in-node=\"363\"\u003eCabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/b\u003e, winemakers here often blend in a little more Merlot, giving the wine a beautifully plush, juicy core that makes it a joy to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"29\"\u003eSaint-Estèphe offers some of the most fantastic character in the region. It is a deeply comforting, structured wine that absolutely sings when poured alongside hearty, slow-roasted meats, rich casseroles, or a brilliant mature cheddar.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"la-dame-de-montrose-saint-estephe","title":"La Dame de Montrose 2015","description":"\u003cp\u003eLe Dame de Montrose is the second wine of Château Montrose, made to the same rigorous standards as the Grand Vin and from grapes grown in the same vineyard. Supple and silky Merlot (76%) generally predominates in the varietal mix alongside Cabernet Sauvignon (24%). Its very pronounced red fruit aromas and flavours reflect another expression of the terroir in a distinctive style which is less elaborately complex than that of the first wine. Consistently reliable and reaching maturity sooner than the Grand Vin, the wine was created in 1983 in tribute to Yvonne Charmolue, who ran Château Montrose single-handedly from 1944 to 1960. Matured for 12 months in 30% new oak barrels, the nose opens on discreet, elegant and warm chocolate and mocha notes, developing fresher aromas of blackcurrant, ripe fruit and dill on airing, together with perfectly integrated oak. The palate is bright, supple and clean, the velvety, beautifully balanced tannic structure in full harmony with the toasted brioche and liquorice flavours. The fruit flavours remain on the relatively long and very fresh finish.[#intro]Consistently reliable, second wine of Château Montrose made to the same rigorous standards...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Montrose","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31062765764675,"sku":"A15DAMEDEMONTROSE-1","price":65.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/LaDame2012Bottle.jpg?v=1662451056"},{"product_id":"pagodes-de-cos","title":"Pagodes de Cos 2015","description":"\u003cp\u003eSince its inaugural vintage in 1994, Pagodes de Cos has been produced from grapes grown on a clearly identified terroir whose vines are on average forty years old. Each vintage is an excellent introduction to the style of Cos d’Estournel. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (44%), Merlot (46.2%) Cabernet Franc (5.8%) and Petit Verdot (4%) the 2015 vintage is fruity and explosive, with a silky aromatic signature. Intense, refined and deep, it is perfectly balanced and voluptuous, a highly enjoyable wine. With satisfying notes of ripe fruit and fresh notes of spice, Pagodes de Cos 2015 is a glorious, balanced wine filled with promise.[#intro]Vibrant, silky \u0026amp; seductive, the perfect introduction to the style of Cos d'Estournel...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cos d'Estournel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40125453762627,"sku":"A15PAGODES","price":70.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/PagodesBottle.jpg?v=1660392826"},{"product_id":"chateau-ormes-de-pez-saint-estephe","title":"Château Ormes de Pez Saint-Estèphe 2017","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith distinctive harmonious spicy character, Château Ormes de Pez is true to its terroir. Wine lovers appreciate its opulence, elegance and well-rounded structure. Its powerful, rich and excellent tannic backbone allows graceful ageing. 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This is an impressive wine, well made and with lovely balance, round tannins, fresh and perfumed on the palate; attractive for early drinking and silky and fresh on the finish.[#intro]An impressive wine appreciated for its opulence, elegance \u0026amp; silky, well-rounded structure...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Ormes de Pez","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40633428705347,"sku":"A17ORMESDEPEZ","price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/OrmesdePezGrandVinBottle.jpg?v=1696076346"},{"product_id":"le-marquis-de-calon-saint-estephe","title":"Le Marquis de Calon Ségur Saint Estèphe 2019\/20","description":"\u003cp\u003eLe Marquis de Calon Ségur is Château Calon Ségur's second wine, that offers a different interpretation of the Calon terroir. 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