RATED 90 WINE ENTHUSIAST : Lacroix-Martillac is the second label for Château LaTour-Martillac in Graves, which has been owned by the same family since the late 1800's. Since the 1980’s, they have increased the area planted in Sauvignon Blanc to compliment perfectly with the Sémillon, the historical grape variety of the property. This white is made from the clay-limestone soil on the eastern slopes of the property, offering good natural drainage.  A blend of 60% Sauvignon Blanc and 40% Sémillon, with vines averaging 35 years, farmed with sustainable methods and green harvesting by hand.The Lacroix-Martillac 2016 has an intense and fresh nose, with typical aromas of Sauvignon: citrus, herb and white peach. The mouth is juicy, fresh and pleasing with ripe yellow fruits from the Sémillon.

RATED 93 JAMES SUCKLING : 'Attractive aromas of mixed summer berries and violets, as well as fresh earthy nuances. The palate has a smooth, cool-fruited core of plum and dark-berry flavor. Smooth layered and long tannins.' Chateau La Fleur des Rouzes is a micro-estate located near Chateau Clinet in Pomerol’s exclusive district, known as ‘the plateau’. A family property for 100+ years, the estate is comprised of only 2.8 hectares (7 acres) of vineyards and the production is only about 500 cases. Made in a classic Pomerol style, the wine is from 26-year-old vines of 80% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, planted in complex soils with gravel, silt, iron and sandstone.

RATED 90 VINOUS : 'The 2015 BriO de Cantenac Brown shows just how rich the second wines of Margaux are in this vintage. Super-ripe dark cherry, plum, violet, menthol and spice give the 2015 much of its succulent, inviting personality. The ripeness and richness of the vintage is very much front and center. 88-90' Classified as a Third Growth in 1855, Cantenac Brown is planted to 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc on a 100 acre vineyard with complex gravel soils.  The first wine of the estate is collected across the globe by savvy Bordeaux enthusiasts, and typically trades for $80-100 per bottle. Although a classic, historic estate, Cantenac Brown is also modern in its thinking. They created a new wine in 2001 named: BriO de Cantenac Brown, with a beautiful label, and high quality inside the bottle, made from 100% estate grown fruit. Made from the younger vines, Brio is an elegant, fruit-driven wine which may be consumed in its youth, or cellared for up to 7-10 years from the vintage.