Vins Rouges
135 Château Les Ormes de Pez, St‑Estèphe “This is stylish in the way it captures the warm cassis and mulled plum fruit of the vintage, along with the AOC’s telltale warm stone, lilac and iron accents. The long, smoldering finish pulls everything together thanks to a subtle chalky thread. Understated and nicely done. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Best from 2026 through 2038.” 94 pts, James Molesworth, Wine Spectator 332869 $75 136 Pagodes de Cos, St‑Estèphe “Juicy and sporting a fresh edge, this drives steeped red currant and cherry paste notes, injecting dried rose petal, singed alder and warm earth along the way. A late echo of game adds a final flirtation. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Drink now through 2036.” 92 pts, James Molesworth, Wine Spectator 272755 $125 137 Château Palmer, Margaux (L) “Expressive and well-delineated, with singed iris, ink and alder accents leading off, followed by dark currant, blackberry and black cherry paste flavors that are both lush and racy in feel. Warm paving stone and dark tobacco gird the finish, which has ample structure for the cellar, Shows the floral lift and showy fruit of the vintage married to a growl of real terroir. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot. Best from 2027 through 2050.” 97 pts, James Molesworth, Wine Spectator 272628 6 bottle limit $850
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