His mother passed on her passion and know-how to Vincent, who is nothing short of a true perfectionist. In the vineyard or the cellar, he aims for nothing less than excellence. Couche, quite simply put, is very intimate with his vineyard thanks to biodynamic farming. champagne vincent couche Côte des Bar, Champagne Biodynamic certified The South of Champagne has often been lost to the shining, bigger houses which dominate the north. But, if you game to venture just two hours south from Epernay, and only 1 hour from Chablis, you'll find the incredible wines of Côte des Bar. Here, fortune favours the brave, as the unique mineral style of its Champagne and the attitude of its winegrowers become equally enchanting. Once you go Bar, you never go back. It is here in the lesser-known and authentic "south" you'll find Vincent Couche - grower, vigneron, artisan. His mother passed on her passion and know-how to Vincent, who is nothing short of a true perfectionist. In the vineyard or the cellar, he aims for nothing less than excellence. Couche, quite simply put, is very intimate with his vineyard. He knows each vine, each plot of land, each slope, farming all 13 hectares biodynamically cross two terroirs: Buxeuil and Montguex. Buxeuil covers 10 hectares, with mostly Pinot Noir around the village where his cave is located, with steep slopes overlooking the Seine river. Soils are composed of limestone-clay and marl-clay according to each parcel, with high density to increase competition between the vines, resulting in berries with better maturity and flavour profile. His second terroir is in Montgueux Chardonnay kingdom, 48 min north-west near Troyes, with 3 hectares of Chardonnay on chalk dating back from the Cretaceous period. . Vincent continuously studies the needs of his vines, supplying the energy they need using only biodynamic treatments. His preparations include medicinal plant treatments, cow-horn manure, pulverisation of crystallised silica and natural compost. His aim through biodynamic farming is to express the richness and complexity of his land to its full potential. Harvest is strictly by hand, sorted directly in the vineyard, with only ripe and healthy berries reaching the cellar to be pressed. Alcoholic fermentation uses only natural yeast, followed by vinification with little or no sulphites in partial or full barrel. Shop wines Quick View 1999 Champagne Vincent Couche, 'Sensation' Brut MAGNUM Price $990.00 GST Included Quick View NV Vincent Couche, Ratafia 'Pinot de Buxeuil' fortified Out of stock Quick View 2004 Champagne Vincent Couche ‘Millesime’ MAGNUM Price $568.00 GST Included Quick View 2020 Domaine Vincent Couche Bourgogne blanc 'Terre de Molesme' white Price $93.00 GST Included

There are few estates in Saint-Émilion with the same combination of heritage, integrity, and forward-thinking as Château Grand Corbin-Despagne. Owned by the Despagne family for over 200 years, the estate lies in the northwestern reaches of the appellation, bordered by Pomerol to the north and Château Cheval Blanc to the southwest. CHATEAU GRAND CORBIN-D'ESPAGNE Saint- Emilion Grand Cru, Bordeaux Organic There are few estates in Saint-Émilion with the same combination of heritage, integrity, and forward-thinking as Château Grand Corbin-Despagne. Owned by the Despagne family for over 200 years, the estate lies in the northwestern reaches of the appellation, bordered by Pomerol to the north and Château Cheval Blanc to the southwest. This privileged location, combined with a deeply rooted family philosophy and exceptional farming, produces wines that are among the most consistent and soulful in the region. The Despagne name has been part of the Saint-Émilion landscape since at least the 17th century. In 1812, Louis Despagne, descended from generations of vignerons, acquired the estate’s first plots in the hamlet of Corbin. Since then, seven generations have cultivated the same soils, gradually shaping what would become Château Grand Corbin-Despagne. The estate was awarded Grand Cru Classé status in 1954, and has continued to honour that title through precision, patience, and quiet evolution. Today, the estate is led by François Despagne, a thoughtful vigneron whose background in molecular biology and oenology reflects his deep respect for science, observation, and the living vineyard. Taking over in 1996, François has helped guide the estate into a new era of sustainability, without ever losing sight of tradition. Describing himself as a modern traditionalist, he sees terroir as a living system—one that requires balance, curiosity, and constant care. The 29-hectare vineyard is a patchwork of old vines, each parcel planted to match its soil type and microclimate. Here, sandy-siliceous soils with iron-rich sublayers alternate with ancient sands over compact blue clay—an exceptional matrix that lends the wines both finesse and depth. This geological diversity allows François and his team to take a parcel-by-parcel approach, applying meticulous attention to the needs of each vine, each rootstock, each variety. Organic trials began in the early 2000s, with full conversion achieved by 2010, and official certification following in 2013. Biodynamic principles are now being explored across selected plots. No herbicides have ever been used. Vineyard work is entirely hands-on—from pruning and crop thinning to berry tasting for harvest timing—and each decision is made in pursuit of one goal: to let the land speak clearly through the wine. In the cellar, grapes from 53 distinct plots are fermented in small, temperature-controlled vats, allowing each parcel to express its identity. Fermentation techniques vary by lot, including pump-overs, délestage, and occasional pigeage, with each step guided by analysis and intuition. After vinification, the wines are aged for 12–18 months in French oak, with final blending taking place after careful élevage and tasting across the 312 barrels. The wines of Château Grand Corbin-Despagne are celebrated for their balance, structure, and longevity. Revue des Vins de France praises their "grace and depth," while Bettane & Desseauve hails the estate as producing one of the best value Grand Crus Classés in Saint-Émilion. Vintage after vintage, the style remains recognisable—floral and red-fruited in youth, with layers of spice, truffle and violet emerging as the wine matures. The tannins are always fine, silky, and unforced. Grand Corbin-Despagne represents the kind of Bordeaux we most admire—wines of place, made with integrity, by people with a profound connection to the land. It was during my student days in Bordeaux that I first visited the estate. François Despagne’s clarity of vision and generosity of knowledge made an impression that has stayed with me ever since. Later that day, tasting the wines—pure, resonant, and unmistakably honest—I knew I was experiencing something rare. This is Saint-Émilion at its most sincere: no artifice, no excess, just the quiet persistence of a family, a terroir, and a wine worth seeking out. Shop wines Quick View 2021 Petit Corbin-d'Espagne, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru red Price $95.00 GST Included

Domaine Labranche Laffont is living proof that a tannic beast can be tamed by a woman’s touch. The wines of Madiran are often thought of as robust, with the Tannat grape throwing its significant weight around the palate. Christine Dupuy was a game changer in the region. Domaine Labranche Laffont Madiran & Pacherenc du Vic Bilh, South-West France Organic certified Domaine Labranche Laffont is living proof that a tannic beast can be tamed by a woman’s touch. The wines of Madiran are often thought of as robust, with the Tannat grape throwing its significant weight around the palate. Enter Christine Dupuy, a game changer in the region, with a mission to fight the Tannat stereotype. Dupuy took over Domaine Labranche Laffont in 1993, becoming the youngest female winemaker in the region. The vineyard, located in the small commune of Maumusson-Laguian, has grown from 6 to 20 hectares under Dupuy’s guidance, with organically grown native varieties- including Tannat, Gros Manseng and Petit Manseng as well as Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. The estate is known as the keeper of hidden gems, as Christine is one of two winemakers in Madiran to own Tannat vines that date back to the pre-phylloxera era at the end of the 19th century (1870's). Trust us; they are a big, gnarly deal. The vines benefit from the silty clay and limestone soils, along with south - southeast facing, gentle hillsides around the domaine. The vineyard is certified 'ecocert', with Christine working mostly by hand in the vineyard. Soils are ploughed in Spring and Autumn; vines are fertilised using compost in the Autumn, and grass is left to grow between every second vine. Grapes are hand-harvested at perfect ripeness, before being sorted and de-stemmed. Fermentation is conducted in a temperature controlled vat with gentle pumping over for the reds. Malolactic and ageing occurs in old barrel, with a focus on minimal sulphites and lightly filtered (unfined) bottling. The red Madiran is deep, with aromas of spices, leather, and dark chocolate. The palate brings ripe, soft fruits and liquorice, and an elegant framework with fine tannins. It’s safe to say Dupuy has nailed her aim to produce approachable, elegant Tannat. These wines, much like their maker, have a natural ability to charm and leave you with a smile. Red grapes: Tannat, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon Whites grapes: Petit Manseng, Gros Manseng facebook.com/Domaine-Labranche-Laffont Shop wines Quick View 2016 Domaine Labranche Laffont, AOC Madiran 'Prephylloxerique’ Price $216.00 GST Included Quick View 2021 Domaine Labranche Laffont, AOC Madiran 'Vieilles Vignes’ Price $72.00 GST Included Quick View 2024 Domaine Labranche Laffont, Vin de France ‘Tan Nat’ Price $56.00 GST Included Quick View 2020 Domaine Labranche Laffont, AOC Pacherenc du Vic Bilh dry Price $56.00 GST Included

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The vineyard was planted in 1920, by Nicole Deriaux's grandfather in l'Etoile, and has produced traditional Jura wines since. The vineyard is organically farmed, and the vinification is very traditional, respecting the ancient practices of this region. Domaine de Montbourgeau L'Etoile, Jura Organic, in-conversion The Domaine de Montbourgeau is situated in the southwestern area of the Jura ,more precisely in the village of L’Etoile - meaning 'star'. depending on who you ask, the name comes from either the fact that five hills are surrounding the village make the shape of a star or, because of the many fossils of ancient starfish that you can find in the soils of this appellation. Either way, it is one of the smallest in the Jura with only 52 hectares. The vineyard was planted in 1920, by Nicole Deriaux's grandfather, and has produced traditional Jura wines since. In 1956 Nicole’s father, Jean Gros, became the head of the family and taking his turn to develop the vineyard and the cellar. Then some thirty years later in 1986, it was finally time for Nicole to take part in the operation of the Domaine. Continuing the family tradition, she is now helped by her son Cesar. They Deriaux's are hard-working people, with their efforts reflected in bottle. The wines are precise, straightforward, and with superb intensity. The ten hectares of vines are composed primarily of Chardonnay and Savagnin, as well as some reds with a small planting of Trousseau and Poulsard. The vineyard is organically farmed, and the vinification is very traditional, respecting the ancient practices of this region. Nicole Deriaux through her natural approach to viticulture and winemaking aims to retain and fully express the purity of l'Etoile terroir. When harvest time comes, the grapes are pick by hands and then vinified in the cave underneath Deriaux's home. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks using strictly indigenous yeasts. Then all the wines are racked into a mix of old foudres, demi-muids and smaller barrels. The whites are matured in barrel; they are never racked; they are not topped off. The small quantity of wines produced is then bottled, with no fining and a light filtration. The L'Etoile signature style, crafted by talented Nicole Deriaux, are wines of unique purity and elegance that we are proud to import. "2012 Cuvee Speciale Chardonnay: One of those Jura producers that seems to get overlooked for the Instagrammable ones, and by virtue of that, leaves us, the righteous, opportunity to access the wines! Hurrah! Meanwhile, sustainable farming is the ticket here, as is 20 to 90 year old vines. It is chardonnay that matures for four years, on lees, under a yeast flor. And so fresh out of these bottles. Amazing." 96 points, Mike Bennie, The Wine Front . "2014 L’Etoile Chardonnay: from an old school-good school producer out of Jura. Often unsung, but the proof is in bottle, definitively. Rocketing up my ‘interest’ rankings. Beautiful white wines." 94 points Mike Bennie, The Wine Front . "2018 Poulsard: Organic producer that sits under the radar in Jura, but is firmly on mine now. It took me a while to get to these wines, but when I did they suddenly became very important in my Jura matrix... When poulsard is on, it is world beating. Here’s one.” 95 points Mike Bennie, The Wine Front . White grapes: Chardonnay, Savagnin Red grapes: Trousseau, Poulsard Shop wines Quick View 2018 Domaine de Montbourgeau, Jura L'Etoile 'Montangis' Chardonnay (Oxidative) Price $93.00 GST Included Quick View 2022 Domaine de Montbourgeau, Jura AOC L'Etoile 'Assemblage' Chardonnay blend Price $95.00 GST Included Quick View 2021 Domaine de Montbourgeau, Jura AOC L'Etoile '5 Etoiles' Chardonnay blend Price $95.00 GST Included Quick View 2019 Domaine de Montbourgeau, Jura AOC L'Etoile Vin de Paille Price $184.00 GST Included

After selling to larger Cognac brands for years, the family bravely chose to create their own house style, one that focused on putting nature and mankind back at the heart of the Cognac making process. The result has been a resounding success, selling to scores of Michelin star restaurants and even the prestigious Elysée Palace. BOURGOIN COGNAC Cognac Organic conversion Cognac Bourgoin is a family estate located in the village of Saint Saturnin, in Charente. It has existed since 1933, when Leon Marcel Bourgoin traveled to the area for vintage and fell in love with his boss’s daughter. He then decided to put down roots in the area, literally, planting vines of Ugni Blanc that had arrived in France via Italy (there called Trebbiano) after phylloxera had decimated much of the local rootstock. Fast forward a few generations to the present and you’ll find Frederic, Leon Marcel’s grandson, humbly and proudly continuing the family’s Cognac production. This generation, however, has decided to shake things up. After selling to larger Cognac brands for years, the family bravely chose to create their own house style, one that focused on putting nature and mankind back at the heart of the Cognac making process. The result has been a resounding success, selling to scores of Michelin star restaurants and even the prestigious Elysée Palace. The Bourgoin Cognac journey is one which starts and finishes on the clay, limestone and alluvial soils of the estate. The grapes are grown organically, harvested, vinified with indigenous yeasts, distilled and bottled entirely by hand, all on site, allowing the family to closely monitor the tiny 20,000 bottles they make per year. Production is done entirely without the use of sulphur, colouring or added sugar at any stage. Furthermore, these Cognacs are produced without blending or filtration. The precision of this approach is purely expressed in the single vintage and terroir cuvees, with the additional option of cask cuvees. We are so excited to be able to bring a small amount of this incredible Cognac to Australia, sharing the heart of Cognac with these vibrant, artisanal expressions. Shop spirits Quick View 2002 Bourgoin Cognac Microbarrique 350ml Price $145.00 GST Included Quick View 2012 Bourgoin Cognac Double Lies Price $192.00 GST Included Quick View XO Bourgoin Cognac 'Maree Haute' Price $195.00 GST Included Quick View 2020 Bourgoin Raisin Eau de Vie 'Double Zero' Price $115.00 GST Included

Nicolas Mariotti Bindi farmed organicaly fifteen hectares across several vineyards in Patrimonio, idyllically nestled between the Mediterranean sea and the Corsican mountains.The vineyards produce Niellucciu (aka Sangiovese) and Vermentinu (aka Vermentino), making wines for his premium Nicolas Mariotti Bindi Vin de France wines, along with the excellent entry level Cantina Di Torra AOP Patrimonio wines. DOMAINE nicolas Mariotti bindi Corsica Organic certified It’s all very well to leave Corsica for the bright lights of big city Paris, but once Corsica is in your veins, it’s only a matter of time before it calls you home. Such is the case for Nicolas Mariotti Bindi, who, while studying law decided that a life among the vines, and not the courtroom, was his true calling. Nicolas slowly made his way back to Corsica via a winding wine route, including Beaujolais. Once back on home soil, he sharpened his winemaking skills with local legends Antoine Arena, Domaine Leccia and Domaine Giudicelli. In 2007, he was fortunate to farm his first 5ha patch of vines thanks to the generosity of another local producer. Today, that patch has grown to fifteen hectares across several vineyards in Patrimonio, idyllically nestled between the Mediterranean sea and the Corsican mountains. The vineyards produce Niellucciu (aka Sangiovese) and Vermentinu (aka Vermentino), making wines for his premium Nicolas Mariotti Bindi Vin de France wines, along with the excellent entry level Cantina Di Torra AOP Patrimonio wines. Against normal convention, the Vin de France wines from this producer are more premium, with the classification due to high density vineyards, planted at 7,600 vines per hectare, which is outside AOP laws but provides more freedom in the vineyard. The climate in this region is quite unique, making for frosty mornings, early winters and humidity in the valley, all impacting the vineyards in different ways as they vary from 50 - 200m above sea level. This diversity in climate also extends to the vineyard terroir. The founding Porcellese massal vineyard planted in 1966 consists of old, low yielding (25lh/ha) Niellucciu bushvines, and sits on old alluvial and pebbles.The Mursaglia and Lumiu vineyards sit on clay and limestone terroir, with the Carcu vineyard a clay and limestone slope, facing north east with vines planted in 1970, 1995 and 2009. This last terroir is used for the Cantina di Torra wines. Bindi goes gently in his vineyards, careful not to overwork to avoid soil erosion, with low input of copper and sulphur in the vineyard. The care extends to handpicking the grapes, going into 500L boxes to preserve the berries, many of which are picked early to ensure signature liveliness in the end wines. In the winery, the white grapes are pressed in whole bunches before allowing to naturally ferment for up to one month. The wines are then held in stainless steel for 12 months on fine lees. Unusually for Corsica, the white wines also go through malolactic fermentation. The red grapes are de-stemmed in order to avoid bitterness, with cold maceration for 48 hours and a natural fermentation never exceeding one month. During this time, the juice will see light pumping over daily to wet the top of the tank, avoiding over extraction to create wines with finesse. None of the wines are filtered given the natural clarification over time. Perhaps it’s Mariotti’s training in law that has fostered a precision from the vineyard right through to the labelling - each wine has the exact percentage of alcohol and sulphur written on the label. The wines are also certified organic, however Bindi chooses not to advertise this on the bottles.. Nicolas’ wines are lively and incredibly pure. Delicious in their youth and also capable of ageing brilliantly, we recommend buying some for now, and some for later! Shop wines Quick View 2023 Domaine Nicolas Mariotti Bindi VDF 'Les Soiffards' Niellucciu red Price $73.00 GST Included Quick View 2021 Domaine Nicolas Mariotti Bindi Patrimonio 'Mursaglia' Vermentino Price $108.00 GST Included Quick View 2023 Domaine Nicolas Mariotti Bindi Patrimonio 'Albore' Vermentino Price $86.00 GST Included Quick View 2022 Domaine Nicolas Mariotti Bindi Patrimonio 'Albore' Nielluccio Price $86.00 GST Included

Spread across 6.9 hectares, the vines of Chateau Gombaude Guillot are planted to 60% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Franc and 5% old vine Malbec, which is more than 80 years of age. The wines are known for their elegance, finesse, and balance. chateau Gombaude-Guillot Pomerol, Bordeaux Organic certified JANE ANSON: "There is a brilliant, brilliant estate that I love called Gombaude Guillot. They are a very small producer, organic, biodynamic - great to look out for and very good value." True to the foundational spirit of Bordeaux, the estate dating back from 1860 was secured via marriage. The Bélevier family were well established as vignerons in Pomerol and Néac when this property was passed down to Marie Bélevier as a dowry in 1868. Later, in 1922, the actual chateau would be added to the property, retiring itself as the local post-church cafe for a grander life. Fast-forward to 2010, and you’ll find 6th generation Olivier Techer at the helm of this certified organic estate. Perhaps it was this extensive knowledge of healthy soil that also fostered a passion for sustainability that has extended to a pursuit of biodynamic certification Chateau Gombaude-Guillot are recognised as one of the first in area to spearhead an organic approach in the vineyard, with the Château Gombaude-Guillot 2000 vintage the first organic certified Pomerol wine, along with their 1.15 ha Clos Plince. The desire to lessen the environmental impact of the chateau extends beyond the vineyard, sourcing local oak for use in the winery. Planted across 7 hectares, the vines of Chateau Gombaude-Guillot are located in the unique plateau of Pomerol; with 60% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Franc and 5% old vine Malbec, which is more than 80 years of age. Surrounded by decent neighbours (Chateau La Fleur-Petrus, Chateau Lafleur, Chateau Clinet and Chateau Trotanoy) the vineyards are comprised of glacial gravel deposits and clay, and vineyard work is focused around soil health, low yields, and maximising ripeness. To encourage microbiological activity between vineyard rows, Olivier has planted a range of cover crops, and avoids using chemical or synthetic herbicides or fungicides. The importance of the vineyard’s ecosystem is the priority here. When the time comes to harvest, grapes are hand-picked, then sorted, de-stemmed and lightly crushed. The wine then undergoes natural fermentation in temperature-controlled concrete and stainless steel tanks for 3-4 weeks, with regular pumpovers occuring at the beginning of fermentation (2-4 times a day). Once ferments are complete, depending on the cuvee the wines are aged in a mix of stainless steel tanks, old oak barrels or amphora before bottling (unfiltered). The resulting wines of Château Gombaude-Guillot are known for their elegance, finesse, and balance. They are recognised as showcasing the unique terroir of Pomerol and we are thrilled to share their legacy in Australia. Shop wines Quick View 2018 Chateau Gombaude-Guillot Pomerol 'Clos Plince' red Price $190.00 GST Included Quick View 2020 Chateau Gombaude-Guillot Pomerol 'Pom'N'Roll' red Price $129.00 GST Included Quick View 2015 Chateau Gombaude-Guillot Pomerol red Out of stock Quick View 2019 Chateau Gombaude-Guillot Pomerol red Price $215.00 GST Included

Clos Marie was established in 1995, when Christophe Peyrus and Françoise Julien took over the family vineyards in the Pic Saint Loup appellation of the Languedoc, naming the domaine in honour of Francoise's grandmother to whom the vineyards had belonged. Many of Clos Marie’s wines are considered to be reference points for Languedoc - a point we won’t argue having tasted these wines alongside many other. CLOS MARIE Pic Saint Loup, Languedoc Organic certified and Biodynamic Those in wine circles have known the potential of the Languedoc region for decades. With a large area under vine, it’s one of the most prolific wine producing regions in France, however it remains one of the most misunderstood (in our humble opinion). The region is an agricultural playground, with ancient soils, mature vines and a terroir that is more suited to natural farming than many of its surroundings. Languedoc has often attracted innovative winemakers given its diversity, and flying largely under the radar has allowed producers to push boundaries, experiment and ultimately create some of the most exciting wines in the world - including those of Clos Marie. Clos Marie was established in 1995, when Christophe Peyrus and Françoise Julien took over the family vineyards in the Pic Saint-Loup appellation of the Languedoc, naming the domaine in honour of Francoise's grandmother to whom the vineyards had belonged. Until this point, the vineyard was a reliable source of fruit for the local cooperative, however Christophe and Françoise felt there was a greater potential for these vines. Their intuition was confirmed after consultation with a slew of France’s greatest vignerons and domaines (Didier Dagueneau, Clos Rougeard, and Grange des Pères), and before long they set out on bottling wines under the Clos Marie label. The hardworking pair focused on caring for the vineyard above all else, quickly realising the benefits of organic and biodynamic practices, they began solely farming this way in 1997, achieving organic certification in 2010. Today, the domaine’s vineyard holdings sit at 23 hectares (20ha reds, 3ha whites), and are sprinkled in and around the village of Lauret, located to the north of Montpellier. The vines sit on terraces nestled on the backside of the Montagne de l’Hortus, the peak that faces the pointed Pic Saint-Loup. This sub appellation under the Coteaux du Languedoc AOC is known for some of the most finessed wines of the region, in large part due to the cooling breezes that blow south from the Cévennes Mountains. Working the vineyard to produce the best possible wines remains the focal point for Christophe and Françoise. The soils of the vineyards are continuously ploughed, forcing the vines’ roots to seek nourishment deep down in the chalky limestone bedrock. Yields are kept low, between 15 to 35 hl/ha, with 75% of the vineyards replanted from séléction massale cuttings (sourced from their 70- to 100-year-old vines) to achieve a higher vine density. Many growers believe this causes enough competition among the roots to invigorate the vine. Perhaps the most intriguing and exciting element to Languedoc wines, and Clos Marie in particular is the diversity of varietals producers have at their fingertips. For Clos Marie, this includes Cinsault (10%), Syrah (50%), Grenache noir (15%), Carignan (15%), Mourvèdre (10%) for the reds, and Carignan gris (15%), Grenache blanc (20%), Clairette (10%), Roussanne (15%), Vermentino (10%), Grenache gris (20%), Muscat à petits grains blancs (5%) for the white wines. In the cellar, Christophe continues his fastidious approach to winemaking, firmly believing the devil is in the detail. As the hand-picked grapes arrive in the cellar, they then ferment naturally in cement tanks and undergo long cuvaisons at cool temperatures, stabilising the wines sufficiently so that fining and filtration are not necessary. Vinification varies with each cuvee, with some of the wines, such as the signature ‘Les Glorieuses’ aged in barrel for up to three winters, mostly in neutral barrels and newer Stockinger foudres. Christophe is also in the minimal intervention camp and uses low sulfur while ensuring quality and purity in the end result. Many of Clos Marie’s wines are considered to be reference points for Languedoc - a point we won’t argue having tasted these wines alongside many other, better known producers. Christophe and Françoise do not chase the limelight, or endeavour to be the best known producers in the region. Instead, their focus is on their vineyards, the grapes and producing wines of incredible purity to showcase just how good Languedoc can be. Shop wines Quick View 2023 Clos Marie Pic Saint Loup 'L'Olivette' red Price $78.00 GST Included Quick View 2020 Clos Marie Pic Saint Loup 'Simon' red Price $110.00 GST Included Quick View 2023 Clos Marie Languedoc Blanc 'Manon' Price $78.00 GST Included

Chateau du Prada is situated in Labastide d’Armagnac, a tiny village in the heart of Bas Armagnac. Although there are many provisions in place to ensure all Armagnac is qualitative, there are a few one that elevate Chateau du Prada above the rest: minimum cask ageing, no addition, hand bottling. Chateau du prada Bas-Armagnac South-West France The region of Gascony is best experienced in the depths of winter, as the best produce here lends itself to blustery weather, long lunches and crackling open fires. There is the decadent foie gras and roasted duck of course, however the real jewel in the crown is without doubt your secret weapon to digestion, Armagnac. Moreover, due to the warm hospitality of the locals, a nip of Armagnac is no longer just an option- it becomes a necessity. Chateau du Prada is situated in Labastide d’Armagnac, a tiny village in the heart of Bas Armagnac. It’s one of those buildings with an impressive past- built in 1764 by Victor Louis (who designed the Bordeaux Grand Theater) for Phillipe De Bouglon’s ancestors. Today, it is part of a protected historic monument, making and housing the mono-varietal Armagnac, which has become the De Bouglon signature for centuries. Although there are many provisions in place to ensure all Armagnac is qualitative, there are a few one per centers that elevate Chateau du Prada above the rest. This includes minimum 10 years cask ageing, and the man himself, Phillipe, bottling directly from the cask to the bottle for each order. Customer service is alive and well in this part of France! White grapes: Baco, Folle blanche, Colombard, Ugni blanc Shop spirits Quick View 2004 Chateau du Prada, Bas-Armagnac, Folle Blanche Price $359.00 GST Included Quick View 1999 Chateau du Prada, Bas-Armagnac 'Folle Blanche' single varietal Out of stock Quick View VSOP Chateau du Prada, Bas-Armagnac Out of stock Quick View XO Chateau du Prada, Bas-Armagnac, Folle Blanche and Colombard Price $216.00 GST Included

In the heart of Saint-Julien, amid gravel-rich soils and centuries of tradition, 1855 2nd Grand Cru Classé Château Léoville Poyferré stands as a quiet force in Bordeaux sitting on what Bettane & Desseauve rightly call “the heart of the Médoc’s best land.” Its legacy is woven through time—first as part of one of the largest estates in the region, Léoville was divided in the 19th century into three names now etched into Bordeaux lore: Léoville-Las Cases, Léoville-Barton, and Léoville Poyferré. CHATEAU LÉOVILLE POYFERRÉ Saint-Julien 2nd Grand Cru Classé 1855, Bordeaux Sustainable In the heart of Saint-Julien, amid gravel-rich soils and centuries of tradition, Château Léoville Poyferré stands as a quiet force in Bordeaux. Its legacy is woven through time—first as part of one of the largest wine estates in the region, and later as a distinguished Second Growth in the 1855 classification. Even in the 18th century, its wines were turning heads: during his tour of Bordeaux, Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States and an avid oenophile, noted the estate in his travel journals, recording it as “Lionville.” A fleeting mention, perhaps—but one that hints at the enduring allure of this exceptional terroir. Once a single estate, Léoville was divided in the 19th century into three names now etched into Bordeaux lore: Léoville-Las Cases, Léoville-Barton, and Léoville Poyferré. Though the vineyards were separated, the buildings remained entwined—so much so that the parking lot is still shared between Las Cases and Poyferré. During a visit to the estate, Olivier Cuvelier shared a quiet anecdote: when Cuvelier of Poyferré and Delon of Las Cases needed to speak, they would step out of their respective châteaux and meet, quite literally, in the middle of the car park. It’s a scene that captures the estate’s singular character—rooted in tradition, rich in neighbourly nuance, and unlike anything else in Bordeaux. Léoville Poyferré enjoys a position among Bordeaux’s most privileged terroirs. Its vines—some facing Léoville Las Cases, others brushing shoulders with Latour and Pichon-Longueville—lie in what Bettane & Desseauve rightly call “the heart of the Médoc’s best land.” Since acquiring the property in 1920, the Cuvelier family has stewarded the estate with both reverence and reinvention. Under Didier Cuvelier’s leadership in the late 20th century, a modernisation of vineyard and cellar took place—from replanting to cutting-edge vinification—resulting in a dramatic rise in quality. Today, the estate is guided by his cousin, Sara Lecompte Cuvelier, who upholds the family’s values while deepening their commitment to sustainable farming and climate-conscious viticulture. Spanning 80 hectares of prime Saint-Julien terroir, the vineyards are a mosaic of gravel terraces, sandy-clay subsoils, and cooler clay-rich plots that allow each grape variety to shine. Cabernet Sauvignon provides structure and length, Merlot lends plushness and warmth, while smaller parcels of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc contribute complexity and lift. It’s the highest Merlot proportion of any of the Léovilles—one of many quiet distinctions that sets Poyferré apart. Precision defines every step of the winemaking process: hand harvesting, double sorting (including optical selection), parcel-by-parcel vinification, and long ageing in carefully selected French oak. Malolactic fermentation in barrel adds seamless texture and polish, while the final blend, crafted by winemaker Isabelle Davin and cellar master Didier Thomann, reflects both site and signature. The result is unmistakable: Léoville Poyferré marries Saint-Julien’s classical frame with sensuous fruit, spice, and depth. A wine of power and poise, it rewards patience but speaks clearly from the glass even in youth. We’re honoured to represent Léoville Poyferré’s second wine, Pavillon de Léoville Poyferré, in Australia—a name with centuries of story, and a future still unfolding. Shop wines Quick View 2019 Chateau Léoville Poyferré, Saint-Julien Grand Cru Classé 'Pavillon' red Price $156.00 GST Included