Saint-Estèphe
Welcome to Saint-Estèphe, the historic Bordeaux appellation known for producing some of the most powerful and complex wines in the region. Located on the western shores of the Gironde, Saint-Estèphe is a renowned red wine appellation on Bordeaux's Left Bank that is celebrated for its Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot-based wines. It is the northernmost prestigious AOC in the Left Bank, and its soil is predominantly limestone-based with heavy clay. The wines produced here are richly colored, deeply flavored, and known for their longevity. Saint-Estèphe is home to some Second Growths and Third Growths, including two Super Seconds - Château Cos d'Estournel and Château Montrose, and other highly regarded wineries such as Château Calon-Ségur.
Experience the power and complexity of Saint-Estèphe wines today. Browse our selection and discover why this historic Bordeaux appellation continues to produce some of the finest wines in the world.
Saint-Estèphe
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Bordeaux | 6 | 94-95 (JS) | $187.00 | |||||
James Suckling (94-95)The blackberries and blackcurrants show through beautifully, together with very integrated tannins. Dense and textured. Transparent. Graphite coming through. Second wine of Montrose. 61% merlot, 32% cabernet sauvignon, 5% petit verdot and 2% cabernet franc. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 89 (VN (NM)) | $186.00 | |||||
Vinous - Neal Martin (89)The 2016 Le Haye has a playful bouquet with orange sorbet laced red berry fruit, more open and generous than its appellation peers. The palate is medium-bodied with fine, supple tannin. This is quite saturated in style, with candied orange peel lacing the pretty, almost Margaux-like finish. This is a delight. Tasted at the Cru Bourgeois tasting in London. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 89 (VN (NM)) | $250.00 | |||||
Vinous - Neal Martin (89)The 2016 Le Haye has a playful bouquet with orange sorbet laced red berry fruit, more open and generous than its appellation peers. The palate is medium-bodied with fine, supple tannin. This is quite saturated in style, with candied orange peel lacing the pretty, almost Margaux-like finish. This is a delight. Tasted at the Cru Bourgeois tasting in London. |
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Bordeaux | 16 | 89 (VN (AG)) | $147.00 | |||||
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (89)The 2017 La Haye is gorgeous. Soft, floral and refined, La Haye shows the more restrained side of Saint-Estèphe. Crushed red berry, spice and floral notes are all beautifully lifted throughout. The 2017 is classy and polished to the core, which makes it a total sleeper in this vintage. The blend is Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and, unusually, Malbec. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 86-88 (VN (AG)) | $186.00 | |||||
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (86-88)The 2019 La Haye is a plump, juicy Saint-Estèphe that will drink well right out of the gate. Cedar, tobacco and earthy accents add lovely aromatic complexity. The 2019 is not terribly complex, and some angular contours remain, but it is quite good for what it is - a tasty Cru Bourgeois to enjoy in its youth. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 86-88 (VN (AG)) | $250.00 | |||||
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (86-88)The 2019 La Haye is a plump, juicy Saint-Estèphe that will drink well right out of the gate. Cedar, tobacco and earthy accents add lovely aromatic complexity. The 2019 is not terribly complex, and some angular contours remain, but it is quite good for what it is - a tasty Cru Bourgeois to enjoy in its youth. |
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Bordeaux | 17 | 86-88 (VN (AG)) | $147.00 | |||||
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (86-88)The 2019 La Haye is a plump, juicy Saint-Estèphe that will drink well right out of the gate. Cedar, tobacco and earthy accents add lovely aromatic complexity. The 2019 is not terribly complex, and some angular contours remain, but it is quite good for what it is - a tasty Cru Bourgeois to enjoy in its youth. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 90-92 (VN (NM)) | $171.00 | |||||
Vinous - Neal Martin (90-92)The 2020 La Haye has a slightly herbaceous nose, although there is decent black fruit mixed with mulch/earthy aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy black fruit and fine acidity. Quite mineral-driven, culminating in a fresh, tensile finish. One of the appellation’s hidden gems. |
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Bordeaux | 18 | 90-92 (VN (NM)) | $147.00 | |||||
Vinous - Neal Martin (90-92)The 2020 La Haye has a slightly herbaceous nose, although there is decent black fruit mixed with mulch/earthy aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy black fruit and fine acidity. Quite mineral-driven, culminating in a fresh, tensile finish. One of the appellation’s hidden gems. |
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Bordeaux | 5 | 87-89 (VN (NM)) | $157.00 | |||||
Vinous - Neal Martin (87-89)The 2021 La Haye has a perfumed, graphite-tinged bouquet, quite Pauillac in style and nicely proportioned. The palate is medium-bodied with firm grippy tannins and a little chewy, leading to a muscular finish. This will need to muster more finesse by bottling time, but there is some potential here. |
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Bordeaux | 13 | 93 (VN (AG)) | $159.00 | |||||
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (93)The 2019 Lafitte-Carcasset is impressive, just as it was from barrel. A wine of breadth and textural intensity, the 2019 packs a ton of punch. Black fruit, spice, leather, tobacco, gravel, menthol and licorice build effortlessly in the glass. All the elements are so well balanced. The 2019 is beautifully rendered. |
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Bordeaux | 17 | - | $127.00 | |||||
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Discover the refined sophistication of Laffitte Carcasset 2022, a distinguished Champagne from the celebrated Laffitte estate in the heart of the Champagne region. Meticulously crafted from premier Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes sourced from the esteemed Carcasset vineyard, this vintage exemplifies Laffitte's dedication to excellence. Employing the traditional méthode champenoise, the Carcasset 2022 undergoes extended ageing on lees, enhancing its depth and complexity. The result is a symphony of vibrant citrus, delicate white peach, and subtle brioche nuances, harmoniously balanced with a crisp, lingering finish. The fine bubbles and elegant structure make Laffitte Carcasset 2022 a quintessential choice for both connoisseurs and those seeking to elevate special occasions. Laffitte's unwavering commitment to quality and heritage shines through in every bottle, offering a Champagne experience that is both timeless and exceptional. Indulge in the unparalleled charm and finesse of Laffitte Carcasset 2022. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - | $1,365.00 | |||||
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93 (JS) | $672.00 | |||||
James Suckling (93)Decadent and rich with a meaty and ripe fruit aroma. Full, dense, and juicy, with round, velvety tannins, and a long finish. A big burly wine. Pull the cork after 2015, this needs the time. Find the wine |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 17 (JR) | $96.00 | |||||
Jancis Robinson (17)63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot, 1% Cabernet Franc. Started organic viticulture and moving towards biodynamics – but still not certified. Very deep crimson. Exotic and polished nose. Inky and sweet and rather gorgeous. Lots of energy here. Good tannin quality. Long and opulent. Not the most characteristic of the appellation but lots of pleasure. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (VN (NM)) | $377.00 | |||||
Vinous - Neal Martin (94)The 2015 Lafon-Rochet has a lively, floral bouquet that opens enthusiastically with aeration to reveal blackberry, melted tar and just a touch of black truffle mixed with cigar box. The palate is medium-bodied, taut, fresh and saline, with pliant tannins and a composed, relatively fleshy finish. This is worth investigating and arguably the best value you can find on the Left Bank in this vintage. Tasted blind at the 2015 Bordeaux Ten-Year-On tasting at Farr Vintners. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (VN (NM)) | $402.00 | |||||
Vinous - Neal Martin (95)The 2016 Lafon-Rochet has a very engaging bouquet, a mixture of red and black fruit laced with pencil shavings and loamy scents. In fact, the more you nose this wine, the more its complexity becomes apparent. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins and a fine line of acidity, ripe and generous yet maintaining outstanding tension and revealing a judicious touch of peppercorns on the finish, which fans out gloriously. This is a fabulous Lafon-Rochet and certainly the best bottle of 2016 that I have encountered. Tasted blind at the Southwold tasting. |
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Bordeaux | 6 | 95 (VN (NM)) | $253.00 | |||||
Vinous - Neal Martin (95)The 2016 Lafon-Rochet has a very engaging bouquet, a mixture of red and black fruit laced with pencil shavings and loamy scents. In fact, the more you nose this wine, the more its complexity becomes apparent. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins and a fine line of acidity, ripe and generous yet maintaining outstanding tension and revealing a judicious touch of peppercorns on the finish, which fans out gloriously. This is a fabulous Lafon-Rochet and certainly the best bottle of 2016 that I have encountered. Tasted blind at the Southwold tasting. |
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Bordeaux | 6 | 93 (DC) | $225.00 | |||||
Decanter (93)This is a lovely St-Estèphe this year, firm and bright with bristling fruit right out of the gate - hugely unusual to see that this year. This is one of my favourites, and is totally charming with its cassis and damson fruit, but it's the juice and friendly tension that sets it apart. Silky and enjoyable. Buy. |
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Bordeaux | 5 | 94 (VN (AG)) | $119.00 | |||||
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (94)The 2018 Lafon-Rochet is such a classy wine. Power and finesse meld together in this Saint-Estèphe that is gorgeous, right from the very first taste. Black cherry, herbs, leather, licorice and dried flowers all build in the glass. In 2018, Lafon-Rochet is richer and bolder than it usually is, and yet all the elements are so nicely balanced. I would give it a few years in the cellar to allow some of the baby fat to melt away. |
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