THE MÉDOC

Vineyards in the Médoc Wine Region of Bordeaux

The Médoc is arguably the most famous red wine district in the world, serving as home to many of the greatest and most renowned châteaux in Bordeaux. This historic wine region stretches north-west from the city of Bordeaux, bordered tightly by the Atlantic Ocean to the west and the expansive Gironde estuary to the east.

The unique gravel soils here provide exceptional drainage, forcing the vines to dig deep for water and creating the ideal conditions for ripening Cabernet Sauvignon.

Geographically, the district is split into distinct quality tiers based on elevation and soil composition. The low-lying vineyards furthest to the north are classified simply as Médoc AOC, producing approachable, classic everyday claret.

As you move further south toward the higher gravel banks closer to the city, the vineyards elevate into the prestigious Haut-Médoc appellation. Within this premium zone sit the highly focused village appellations of Moulis and Listrac, alongside the world-famous communal giants: Saint-Estèphe, Pauillac, Saint-Julien, and Margaux. As a timeless rule of thumb across the Left Bank, the most exceptional, long-lived red wines are almost always crafted at the historic properties that enjoy a direct view of the Gironde river.

Delve Deeper

The Entrance Gateway to Château Beaumont

Château Beaumont | Haut Médoc
Château Cissac Corks

Château Cissac | Haut-Médoc
Château Clarke Marker Plaque on Oak Barrel

Château Clarke | Listrac-Médoc
Château de Lamarque | Haut-Médoc

Château de Lamarque | Haut-Médoc
Château Dutruch Gran Poujeaux Wine Label

Château Dutruch Grand Poujeaux | Moulis-en-Médoc
Château Fourcas Dupré Logo

Château Fourcas Dupré | Listrac-Médoc
Tour de By Marker Stone on Gatepost

Château La Tour de By | Médoc
Close up image of Château Potensac Wine label dated 1996 vintage

Château Potensac | Médoc

THE LINE UP

Château La Tour de By Grand Vin Médoc Bottle

Château La Tour de By 2016
£26.00
£26.00
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A balanced, finely scented & elegant red from one of the Médoc's leading Cru Bourgeois estate... Read More...
Le Merle Blanc de Château Clarke 2024

Le Merle Blanc de Château Clarke 2024
£34.00
£34.00
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A fine, dry white Médoc that is as wonderful as it is rare... Read More...
Château Beaumont Cru Bourgeois Bordeax Red Wine Bottle

Château Beaumont Cru Bourgeois 2016
£24.00
£24.00
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A stylish & well regarded Cru Bourgeois made from a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon & Merlot... Read More...
Reflets de Cissac Haut-Médoc Bordeaux Red Wine Bottle on a plain white background

Reflets de Cissac Haut-Médoc 2018
£16.50
£16.50
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Less taninc & dense than the Grand Vin but more approachable in its youth... Read More...
Château Cissac Cru Bourgeois Supérieur Haut-Médoc Red Wine Bottle

Château Cissac Cru Bourgeois Supérieur 2017
£21.00
£21.00
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Classic & elegant Cru Bourgeois showing dark chocolate & beautifully balanced cedar notes... Read More...
Château Fourcas Dupré Cru Bourgeois Bottle

Château Fourcas Dupré Cru Bourgeois 2017
£23.00
£23.00
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Located between Moulis & Saint Julien this is an affordable, classy, classic claret... Read More...
Château Clarke 2017

Château Clarke 2017
£37.00
£37.00
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Savoury, complex & classically styled red considered one of the most promising wines in the Médoc... Read More...
Chateau Potensac Red wine bottle on a white background

Château Potensac Cru Bourgeois 2010
£58.00
£58.00
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Experience the monumental 2010 vintage of Château Potensac, delivering classic Médoc structure & profound depth... Read More...
G d'Estournel Médoc Red Wine Bottle

G d'Estournel 2019
£40.00
£40.00
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Crafted with the same dedication & expertise as the wines of Cos d’Estournel & Pagodes de Cos... Read More...