The Architect Gift Set
This is a robust, "old-school" Medoc with a deep crimson hue and a nose of cedar, black pepper, and bramble fruit. The palate is structured and honest, featuring firm tannins that provide a satisfying "chew," rounded out by a core of earthy damson plum. It’s a wine with a sturdy spine and a rustic, savory elegance.
Chateau Tour St Bonnet Cru Bourgeois
This is a robust, "old-school" Medoc with a deep crimson hue and a nose of cedar, black pepper, and bramble fruit. The palate is structured and honest, featuring firm tannins that provide a satisfying "chew," rounded out by a core of earthy damson plum. It’s a wine with a sturdy spine and a rustic, savory elegance.
Alcohol: 13.5%
Region: Médoc, Bordeaux, France
Year: 2014
Chateau de Fonbel Grand Cru
Deep garnet in the glass, it opens with a decadent nose of plum compote and dark chocolate. On the palate, it’s a masterclass in texture—broad, supple, and rich, balanced by a surprising mineral freshness from the sandy-gravel soils. It’s generous without being heavy, finishing with a spicy kiss of clove.
Alcohol: 13.5%
Region: Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France
Year: 2009
Poggiotondo
A bright, translucent ruby red, this organic Chianti is the essence of "freshness." It’s packed with tart red cherry fruit, dried oregano, and a touch of leather. The acidity is "racy" and food-friendly, supported by fine, dusty tannins that provide a classic Tuscan structure.
Alcohol: 13.5%
Region: Chianti, Tuscany, Italy
Year: 2019
Chateau Monbrison Cru Bourgeois
This is Margaux at its most hauntingly fragrant, led by perfumed violets and a core of plush blackcurrant. The structure is remarkably poised, offering fine-grained tannins that feel more like a caress than a grip. A subtle hint of cedar and graphite lingers on a finish that is as long as a summer twilight.
Alcohol: 13.5%
Region: Margaux, Bordeaux, France
Year: 2005