Saint-Julien

Powerful yet graceful – that's the best way to describe the Grands Vins from the Bordeaux appellation of Saint-Julien. The vines benefit from some additional time to mature, allowing them to fully develop their enormous potential. They reward patience with unforgettable moments of enjoyment. Saint-Julien is a small appellation with a big reputation.

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Robert Parker 100
Domaine de la Romanee Conti
Domaine de la Romanee Conti - Romanee Conti 2015 Romanee Conti
2015
€ 25.995,00 (ex Vat) € 31.453,95 (in Vat) more info
Robert Parker 99
Domaine de la Romanee Conti
Domaine de la Romanee Conti - Romanee Conti 2005 Romanee Conti
2005
€ 24.950,00 (ex Vat) € 30.189,50 (in Vat) more info
Robert Parker 100
Domaine de la Romanee Conti
Domaine de la Romanee Conti - Romanee Conti 2016 Romanee Conti
2016
€ 21.995,00 (ex Vat) € 26.613,95 (in Vat) more info
Robert Parker 100
Domaine de la Romanee Conti
Domaine de la Romanee Conti - Romanee Conti 2019 Romanee Conti
2019
€ 19.995,00 (ex Vat) € 24.193,95 (in Vat) more info
Domaine de la Romanee Conti
Domaine de la Romanee Conti - Echezeaux 1998 Echezeaux
1998
(OWC of 6 bottles)
€ 17.995,00 (ex Vat) € 21.773,95 (in Vat) more info
Robert Parker 97
Domaine de la Romanee Conti
Domaine de la Romanee Conti - La Tache 2009 La Tache
2009
(Magnum)
€ 17.995,00 (ex Vat) € 21.773,95 (in Vat) more info
Jasper Morris 98
Domaine de la Romanee Conti
Domaine de la Romanee Conti - Montrachet 2019 Montrachet
2019
€ 9.995,00 (ex Vat) € 12.093,95 (in Vat) more info
Robert Parker 97
Chateau Le Pin
Chateau Le Pin - Chateau Le Pin 2019 Chateau Le Pin
2019
(Magnum)
€ 7.995,00 (ex Vat) € 9.673,95 (in Vat) more info
Burghound 97
Domaine de la Romanee Conti
Domaine de la Romanee Conti - Montrachet 2018 Montrachet
2018
€ 7.995,00 (ex Vat) € 9.673,95 (in Vat) more info
BOW 9
Duclot
Duclot - Caisse Collection Bordeaux 2018 2021 Caisse Collection Bordeaux 2018
2021
€ 7.495,00 (ex Vat) € 9.068,95 (in Vat) more info
Robert Parker 93
Domaine Leroy
Domaine Leroy - Chambolle Musigny les Charmes 2011 Chambolle Musigny les Charmes
2011
€ 6.995,00 (ex Vat) € 8.463,95 (in Vat) more info
Robert Parker 99
Chateau Le Pin
Chateau Le Pin - Chateau Le Pin 2018 Chateau Le Pin
2018
(Magnum)
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James Suckling 100
Chateau Lafleur
Chateau Lafleur - Chateau Lafleur 2018 Chateau Lafleur
2018
(OWC of 6 bottles)
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Domaine d'Auvenay
Domaine d'Auvenay - Auxey-Duresses La Macabree 2009 Auxey-Duresses La Macabree
2009
€ 5.850,00 (ex Vat) € 7.078,50 (in Vat) more info
Robert Parker 92
Domaine Leroy
Domaine Leroy - Clos de Vougeot 2001 Clos de Vougeot
2001
€ 5.495,00 (ex Vat) € 6.648,95 (in Vat) more info
Robert Parker 94
Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair
Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair - La Romanee 2002 La Romanee
2002
(slightly bin soiled label)
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Vinous 91
Chateau Ausone
Chateau Ausone - Chateau Ausone 1950 Chateau Ausone
1950
(4.5 l.)
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BOW 9
Domaine de la Romanee Conti
Domaine de la Romanee Conti - La Tache 2018 La Tache
2018
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Burghound 97
Coche Dury
Coche Dury - Corton Charlemagne 2013 Corton Charlemagne
2013
€ 4.795,00 (ex Vat) € 5.801,95 (in Vat) more info
Jancis Robinson 17
Harlan Estate
Harlan Estate - Harlan 1990 Harlan
1990
€ 4.595,00 (ex Vat) € 5.559,95 (in Vat) more info
Robert Parker 93
Domaine de la Romanee Conti
Domaine de la Romanee Conti - La Tache 2001 La Tache
2001
€ 4.495,00 (ex Vat) € 5.438,95 (in Vat) more info
Robert Parker 94
Domaine Leroy
Domaine Leroy - Gevrey Chambertin les Combottes 2015 Gevrey Chambertin les Combottes
2015
€ 4.495,00 (ex Vat) € 5.438,95 (in Vat) more info
Robert Parker 95
Domaine Leroy
Domaine Leroy - Nuits St. Georges Les Boudots 2011 Nuits St. Georges Les Boudots
2011
€ 4.395,00 (ex Vat) € 5.317,95 (in Vat) more info
Robert Parker 99
Georges Roumier
Georges Roumier - Chambolle Musigny les Amoureuses 2015 Chambolle Musigny les Amoureuses
2015
€ 4.295,00 (ex Vat) € 5.196,95 (in Vat) more info

The best wines from Saint-Julien

Powerful yet graceful – that's the best way to describe the Grands Vins from the Bordeaux appellation of Saint-Julien. The vines benefit from some additional time to mature, allowing them to fully develop their enormous potential. They reward patience with unforgettable moments of enjoyment. Saint-Julien is a small appellation with a big reputation.

Located directly on the Gironde, in the Haut-Médoc, this appellation covers just 920 hectares on the left bank of Bordeaux. Famous  chateaux like Leoville Las Cases, Ducru Beaucaillou, Gruaud Larose and Leoville Barton are just a few examples of high scoring wines which are worldwide renowned and very sought after.

Saint-Julien

Where exactly is the Saint-Julien appellation?

Located directly on the Gironde, in the Haut-Médoc, this appellation covers just 920 hectares on the left bank of Bordeaux. Bordered by Margaux to the south and Pauillac to the north, Saint-Julien stretches across the commune of Saint-Julien-Beychevelle and selected parcels in Cussac-Fort-Médoc and Saint-Laurent-Médoc. This strategic location between two iconic neighbouring appellations shapes the distinctive character of the wines: a synthesis of the floral elegance of Margaux and the powerful structure of Pauillac.

Although the Romans first cultivated wine in Saint-Julien in the 1st century, the appellation did not experience its first heyday until the 17th century. At that time, noble families such as the Léovilles and Bartons promoted the drainage of the marshy soils, creating the vineyard structure that is so beloved today. The port of Beychevelle enabled early exports to Nordic countries – a key factor in the international fame of the wines, which remains unbroken to this day.

Saint-Julien received its decisive seal of quality in 1855: in the famous classification commissioned by Napoleon III, five châteaux – Léoville Las Cases, Léoville Barton, Léoville Poyferré, Gruaud Larose and Ducru-Beaucaillou – were classified as Deuxièmes Crus, with six others classified as Third to Fifth Growths. It is remarkable that Saint-Julien still has the highest density of classified Cru Classés in the Médoc (11 out of 18 estates). That's pretty impressive! There is no separate classification – the hierarchy established in 1855 remains unchallenged, supplemented only by the Cru Bourgeois system, from which Saint-Julien deliberately opts out. If you've got it, you've got it.

Climate and soils in Saint-Julien

The temperate oceanic climate is influenced by the Gironde and the Atlantic: mild winters, sunny summers with cooling breezes and steady rainfall create ideal ripening conditions. The proximity of the river reduces the risk of frost, while afternoon winds prevent fungal growth – a natural advantage over more humid appellations. However, the reason for the legendary reputation of Saint-Julien wines can actually be found in the soil, which has one of the most complex profiles in the world.

On the surface, glacial gravel and scree layers dominate, storing heat and ensuring optimal drainage. Beneath this lies a patchwork of clay, limestone and sand, which gives the roots different minerality depending on the plot. In the north, near Pauillac, coarse pebbles predominate, producing tannic, long-lived wines. Southern sites tend to have finer sediment, which produces more elegant, earlier-accessible wines. Which finally brings us to the taste of the wines.

What does a Saint-Julien wine taste like?

In general, it can be said that a typical Saint-Julien combines the power of Pauillac with the elegance of Margaux. In other words, in its youth, it captivates with aromas of cassis, baked plum and violet candy, underpinned by subtle smoke and graphite. With age (10–15 years), tobacco, leather and truffle develop, while the tannins become velvety and fine.

However, there are also clear differences between the north and south of the appellation. The wines from the northern crus, such as Léoville Las Cases or Ducru-Beaucaillou, emphasise power and ageing potential (40+ years) with dense black fruit and pithy tannins. Southern crus such as Beychevelle or Branaire-Ducru, on the other hand, surprise with a silky texture and aromas of violet pastilles and Sanguinello orange. What unites both styles, however, is their straightforward acidity and mineral precision. Both styles are therefore consistently on the highly elegant side of enjoyment.

What food goes well with wines from Saint-Julien?

Lamb rack with rosemary, entrecôte à la Bordelaise or wild boar ragout with cranberries – red meat of all kinds is a great accompaniment to wines from Saint-Julien. Especially when roasted aromas are also present. Mature wines, on the other hand, also go very well with mushroom dishes, as they pick up on the earthy aroma.

And it may surprise you, but if you enjoy chocolate with a very high cocoa content (over 85%), try pairing it with a glass of Saint-Julien. The hints of cocoa and roasted coffee beans in the wine harmonise perfectly. We find that the high-quality wines are particularly impressive on their own. Just you and the wine – that's all you need when you're dealing with a drop of Saint-Julien.

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