In 1966, Robert Mondavi opened the first major winery in Napa since prohibition. Moreover, he set out with an ambition: To make world class wines in Napa Valley, wines so fine, they could rival the best European wines. While this ambition may seem self-evident today, at the time it was nothing short of revolutionary, and many doubted it could ever be realised. The Robert Mondavi Winery Estate Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 is no exception to the vision that Mondavi set out to achieve, our Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon is traditionally a blend of all five Bordeaux varietals, with the final blend crafted to showcase the vintage and the beautiful varietal character of fruit from our Oakville estates in a balanced, yet complex wine. On the palate this wine displays layers of ripe dark fruit, baking spice, toast, and vanilla.

"Lynch-Bages is an iconic fifth growth of Pauillac and has the distinction of having produced the only wine that has ever been sent into space. Established in the early 1700s, the wine was labelled Chateau Jurine Bages at the time of the 1855 classification, later renamed in recognition of earlier owners the Lynch family. Jean-Charles Cazes purchased the property in the 1930s, later passing the management of the estate to his grandson Jean-Michel Cazes who modernised the winery and was a prolific spruiker of not just his own wines, but those of all Bordeaux throughout the 70s and beyond. Now managed by the next generation, (another Jean-Charles) Lynch-Bages continues to produce Cabernet Sauvignon-led wines of great concentration, offering ripe cassis and enviable cellaring potential."

Compelling and convincing, with florals, currants and blackberries, not too sweet; it has a savoury edge, with the oak seamlessly integrated. Perfectly ripe tannins with poise and presence ensure that this is lovely now, but will be more so in years to come.

Textbook Cabernet Sauvignon, the expressive Bin 407 demonstrates the reward of Penfolds multi-regional blending philosophy. A core of ripe dark fruit is supported by sensitive use of French and American oak, adding savoury complexity. The 2023 vintage is one for the long haul.

Haut Bailly II is the second wine of Chateau Haut-Bailly based in Pessac-Leognan, which was previously released as La Parde de Haut Bailly. A lovely wine with energy and drive.

This multiple award-winning full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon expresses aromas of black cherries and dark chocolate with notes of mixed spice that enhance as the wine is allowed to breathe. The palate displays excellent depth and complexity; with layers of dark fruits including black cherry and blackcurrants rounding the palate with a rich lasting finish. This reserve wine is ready to be enjoyed now or can be cellared further.

2021 is delicate with white flowers that lead into a classic Cabernet-Sauvignon bouquet with aromas of blackcurrant, licorice, and lovely woody notes. The combination is elegant and refined. The attack is ample and fresh, the mouthfeel is taut and thick, wrapped in a pleasing tannic structure. Flavors of blueberry, ripe cherry, cedar, and mild spices joyfully enrich this powerful wine. It lingers at the finish, sappy with hints of licorice candy. Les Griffons de Pichon Baron is one of the second wines of the property. Created since the 2012 vintage, it has a pure and direct character. The grapes which make up this wine's blend come primarily from gravelly plots of land near the Gironde estuary, a good environment for Cabernet-Sauvignon. Les Griffons offers a vigorous and fresh tasting experience, full-bodied and clean, overflowing with energy.