Keeping the theme of great value for money, we are delighted to offer from Pauillac the high-scoring, yet well-priced, Ch. Batailley.
Batailley sits inland of Ch. Latour and next to the Pichons. With 74% Cabernet Sauvignon in this vintage, the vines thrive on the deep gravel soil. The blend is with 25% Merlot & 1% Petit Verdot.
The 2019 price is one to be excited about. It is the cheapest release since 2014, and at £168 it is a Seckford recommendation.
Also, just released from the right bank are Ch. du Domaine de l’Eglise in Pomerol & Ch. Trotte Vieille in St Emilion. Both leading lights in their respective villages.
2019 Ch. Batailley, Pauillac
£168 per six bottles in bond
£175 per three magnums in bond
95/96 Points (James Suckling)
A very cabernet-driven red with currants, light cedar, vanilla and flowers. It’s full-bodied, tight and powerful. Impressive finish. Classic. 74% cabernet sauvignon, 25% merlot and 1% petit verdot.
2019 Ch Domaine du L'Eglise, Pomerol
£159 per six bottles in bond
96/97 Points (James Suckling)
A pretty remarkable red for the vintage with great structure and richness, offering savory, ripe fruit and a long, long finish. One of the best I have had from here. 97% merlot and 3% cabernet franc.
2019 Ch. Trotte Vieille, St Emilion Grand Cru Classe
£299 per six bottles in bond
96/97 Points (James Suckling)
A really classy, beautiful red with seduction and force as the finish. Aromas and flavours of currents, wet earth and truffles, as well as mushrooms. Full bodied, tight and tannic. Toned and steely. A new traditional style, 49% cabernet franc, 48% merlot and 3% cabernet sauvignon.