The 2010 Chateau d'Issan is 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot, showing 'classic Margaux' in its perfume, finesse and apparent elegance. Soils are gravel and clay, which contributes to the high-tones of perfume from the wine, and though an estate that is neccesarily clawing its way back to a higher profile, is doing so with deeds in bottle over showmanship. On its side, the vineyard is dense with older vines that naturally offer lower yields, allowing for a higher quality of fruit for the winemaking team, in turn producing a wine of stellar quality from 2010.

Château Pavie Decesse is a St. Emilion Grand Cru Classé property in the Côtes sub-district, considered the equal of its illustrious neighbour, Chateau Pavie. The origins of both can be traced back to ancient Roman times. The 3.5ha vineyard, on chalky, limestone and clay soils and contiguous with Pavie, is 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc. Following cold maceration, the Chateau wine is vinified in temperature-controlled oak vats. Malolactic fermentation takes place in French oak barrels. The wine is aged in 80% new oak for between 18 and 24 months, depending on vintage character. Production is small, around 650 dozen each year. The hedonistic Pavie Decesse style combines opulent, rich, sensuous textures with minerality, freshness and concentration. Due to its lush style Pavie Decesse drinks well young, yet does develop additional complexity with time in the cellar. Wine quality has been consistently excellent under the ownership, since 1997, of Gerard and Chantal Perse.

Château Rauzan-Ségla has a long history, with the first vines planted on the property in 1661. However, the official birth date of the château is considered to be 1763, when it separated from Rauzan-Gassies. The estate was gradually divided through the generations of the Rauzan family, but it gained a reputation and was classified as a Deuxieme Grand Cru Classe in 1855 alongside Château Mouton Rothschild. While the wines of the late 19th century became legendary, subsequent success was hindered by several obstacles, including a decline in vineyard area and outdated equipment. The estate was later acquired by the Wertheimer family, who continued to improve the vineyards and facilities, consolidating the Grand Vin as a super-second. Château Rauzan-Ségla has 70 hectares of vineyards, planted with the four Bordeaux grape varieties. The Grand Vin of Château Rauzan-Ségla is made with great care, using grapes from the main vineyards where the old Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot vines grow in well-cultivated soils. Small vats are used to create different batches that correspond to specific plots. Segla, the second wine of the estate, was created in 1989 and is produced using grapes from the vineyards surrounding the historic centre of Château Rauzan-Ségla. The wine is made with the same care and attention as the Grand Vin but is aged with less new oak and is typically less Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant. Segla is a renowned wine produced by Château Rauzan-Ségla, made from a blend of 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 53% Merlot, 1% Petit Verdot, and 1% Cabernet Franc. The wine undergoes an 18-month aging process in barrels, with 20% of new oak used in the process. The 2018 vintage of Segla is structured with a full body and firm, chewy tannins that are polished and focused. It has a tight hazelnut finish and is recommended for drinking in 2024. James Suckling gave it a rating of 93 points.

Chateau Queyron Pindefleurs is a renowned vineyard located at the foot of the southern hillsides of the medieval city of Saint-Emilion. The Fillon family has been cultivating this exceptional terroir with passion and pride since 1937, producing wines that are rich, elegant and harmonious. In 2010, Chantal Fillon and her Australian husband Peter took over the family property, bringing a fresh approach to the winemaking process. This dynamic duo has continued the family tradition of producing high-quality wines while also incorporating new techniques and ideas to enhance the flavor and complexity of their wines. The vineyards of Chateau Queyron Pindefleurs are blessed with a unique terroir that is ideal for growing grapes. The soil is rich in limestone, providing the perfect balance of nutrients for the vines. The vineyard's location at the foot of the southern hillsides of Saint-Emilion also provides excellent drainage, ensuring the grapes are not overwatered. Chateau Queyron Pindefleurs is a vineyard that has been producing exceptional wines for almost a century. With the addition of Chantal Fillon and Peter's fresh approach to winemaking, this vineyard is sure to continue producing rich, elegant and harmonious wines for generations to come. St-Emilion Grand Cru is a renowned appellation located in the Bordeaux region of France. It is known for producing some of the world's most exceptional wines, with a reputation that dates back centuries. The appellation is located in the heart of the medieval village of Saint-Emilion. The vineyards are planted on a variety of soils, including limestone, clay, and sand, which give the wines their unique flavour profiles. St-Emilion Grand Cru wines are made from a blend of grape varieties, including Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. The wines are known for their rich, full-bodied flavors, with notes of black fruit, spice and oak. One of the unique features of St-Emilion Grand Cru is its classification system, which ranks the wines based on their quality. The top-ranked wines are known as Grand Cru Classé, with the highest-ranking wines being Premier Grand Cru Classé. St-Emilion is a world-renowned appellation that produces exceptional wines. The Chateau Queyron Pindefleurs St-Emilion Grand Cru 2015 is a classic Bordeaux Right Bank blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. On the nose, the wine reveals notes of fleshy cassis, fresh red berries and a hint of raspberry, with a subtle hint of blackberry, violet, toasted oak, spices, mocha and licorice. On the palate, the wine is well-balanced, silky and offers juiciness, freshness, as well as a certain deepness. The tannins are fine and there's good length. The wine is fruity, well-built and gourmande, with a slight suavity and fat. In the mouth, the wine expresses notes of cassis, blackberry and slight notes of fresh raspberry, with hints of fresh red berries, cassis, toasted oak and dark chocolate. The Chateau Queyron Pindefleurs St-Emilion Grand Cru 2015 is a beautifully balanced wine with a complex flavor profile that showcases the unique terroir of the region. The fine tannins and notes of fresh fruit and toasted oak make it a great choice for pairing with a variety of dishes.

Built in the 16th century and situated in Barsac at about 30 kilometers from Bordeaux, Château Massereau was acquired by the Chaigneau family in 2000. A 19 hectare estate with 10 planted (6,600 – 7000 plants/hectare) in the Barsac, Graves and Bordeaux Superieur appellations. Château Massereau Bordeaux Supérieur 2018 is a blend of 50% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Cabernet Franc & 10% Petit Verdot. Vinified in concrete vats for 4-8 weeks naturally without additional yeast, finings, filtration and low sulphite. The resulting wine is garnet in colour with an intense nose of black fruit, with hints of sweet spice and pepper.

Located in the northern reaches of the Medoc., where breezes regulate temperatures during hot spells and allow fruit to maintain freshness, the vineyard is particularly adapted to growing Merlot grapes. In perfect harmony with the estate's terroir. Merlot is key in creating a smooth, supple, seductive wine that is fruity yet pure.