Wine prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2023 / 750ml | ≈ $639.87Original €560.00≈ £480.50 | www.lacaveduchateau.com ↗ |
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2022 / 750ml | ≈ $982.66Original €860.00≈ £737.90 | www.lacaveduchateau.com ↗ |
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2021 / 750ml | ≈ $742.71Original €650.00≈ £557.72 | www.lacaveduchateau.com ↗ |
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2020 / 750ml | ≈ $914.10Original €800.00≈ £686.42 | www.lacaveduchateau.com ↗ |
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2019 / 750ml | ≈ $662.72Original €580.00≈ £497.66 | www.lacaveduchateau.com ↗ |
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2018 / 750ml | ≈ $799.84Original €700.00≈ £600.62 | www.lacaveduchateau.com ↗ |
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2017 / 750ml | ≈ $685.58Original €600.00≈ £514.82 | www.lacaveduchateau.com ↗ |
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2016 / 750ml | ≈ $914.10Original €800.00≈ £686.42 | www.lacaveduchateau.com ↗ |
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2014 / 750ml | ≈ $639.87Original €560.00≈ £480.50 | www.lacaveduchateau.com ↗ |
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2013 / 750ml | ≈ $571.31Original €500.00≈ £429.01 | www.lacaveduchateau.com ↗ |
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2011 / 750ml | ≈ $868.40Original €760.00≈ £652.10 | www.lacaveduchateau.com ↗ |
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2010 / 750ml | ≈ $1,279.74Original €1,120.00≈ £960.99 | www.lacaveduchateau.com ↗ |
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2008 / 750ml | ≈ $685.58Original €600.00≈ £514.82 | www.lacaveduchateau.com ↗ |
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2007 / 750ml | ≈ $639.87Original €560.00≈ £480.50 | www.lacaveduchateau.com ↗ |
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2006 / 750ml | ≈ $754.13Original €660.00≈ £566.30 | www.lacaveduchateau.com ↗ |
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2004 / 750ml | ≈ $742.71Original €650.00≈ £557.72 | www.lacaveduchateau.com ↗ |
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2003 / 750ml | ≈ $742.71Original €650.00≈ £557.72 | www.lacaveduchateau.com ↗ |
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2002 / 750ml | ≈ $742.71Original €650.00≈ £557.72 | www.lacaveduchateau.com ↗ |
| Lowest shop price | 2024 / 750ml | ≈ $355.13Original CHF 291.80 | gerstl.ch ↗ |
2025 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.05%
Grape Varieties 62% Merlot, 26.2% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11.8% Cabernet Franc
Region Pessac-Leognan
Harvest Dates 1–18 September 2025
Oak Details 59% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak59%
Production Details The estate rigorously sorted the red crop, rejecting bunches excessively affected by the sun.
Tasting Notes Dark, intensely colored red with purple highlights; initially restrained, elegant nose developing floral notes, black fruit, cherry and eucalyptus; precise, densely textured palate with fresh fruit, refined tannins, power, persistence and a very long aromatic finish.
2024 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.2%
Grape Varieties 47.2% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37.5% Merlot, 15.3% Cabernet Franc
Region Pessac-Leognan
Harvest Dates 17 September–4 October 2024
Oak Details 75% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak75%
Production Details A meticulous sorting operation at the winery retained only berries judged perfectly ripe.
Tasting Notes Deep garnet-red color; intense, ripe and highly fruity nose; broad, fleshy and refined palate with a soft, generous presence and juicy, smooth tannins.
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2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
Grape Varieties 52.3% Merlot, 38.6% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9.1% Cabernet Franc
Region Pessac-Leognan
Harvest Dates 6 September–4 October 2023
Oak Details 68.7% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak68.7%
Production Details Extensive crop thinning was performed; leaves were removed on the sunrise-facing side across half the vineyard, while shoot topping was limited to preserve soil and grape freshness through shading.
Tasting Notes Deep dark red with purple highlights; subtle, complex nose of ripe red and black fruit with licorice and smoky notes; soft yet immediately present attack, powerful and savory development, and a long, perfumed finish.
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2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
Grape Varieties 53.6% Merlot, 35.4% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Cabernet Franc
Region Pessac-Leognan
Harvest Dates 29 August–15 September 2022
Oak Details 62.9% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak62.9%
Tasting Notes Deep color; captivating, precisely ripe fruit on the nose; broad, tightly structured and precise attack followed by a generous, rounded and lengthening palate.
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2021 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.8%
Grape Varieties 50.3% Merlot, 38% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11.7% Cabernet Franc
Region Pessac-Leognan
Harvest Dates 13 September–8 October 2021
Oak Details 73% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak73%
Tasting Notes Dark purple color; aromatic, fine, dense and fruit-driven nose with pure, fresh and subtle fruit; rich, savory attack combining power and delicacy; full, fresh palate and a lingering, substantial finish.
2020 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 15.0%
Grape Varieties 42.8% Merlot Noir, 39.7% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17.5% Cabernet Franc
Region Pessac-Leognan
Harvest Dates 7–29 September 2020
Oak Details 77.3% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak77.3%
Production Details During the exceptionally hot, dry summer, vineyard interventions—particularly leaf removal—were reduced to preserve bunch integrity and aromatic freshness.
Tasting Notes Bright dark red; complex, fresh and spicy nose with precisely ripe fruit; tightly structured, precise palate with substantial presence, full, refined and juicy tannins, and strong persistence.
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2001 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
Merlot52%
Cabernet Sauvignon36%
Cabernet Franc12%
Region Pessac-Leognan
Harvest Dates 17 Sep 2001 to 8 Oct 2001
Oak Details 75% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak75%
Bottling Date 6 Oct 2003
Production Details Bottled October 6-15, 2003. Harvest conducted September 17 to October 8, 2001 with mild, dry weather conditions (similar to 2000 vintage) and two days of heavy rain on September 22 and October 3.
Tasting Notes
Nose: aromas, mineral
Palate: soft, dissolving tannins, licorice, unctuous
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1995 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Grape Varieties Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
Merlot48%
Cabernet Sauvignon43%
Cabernet Franc9%
Region Pessac-Leognan
Harvest Dates 11 Sep 1995 to 26 Sep 1995
Oak Details 75% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak75%
Bottling Date 23 Jun 1997 to 10 Jul 1997
Production Details Precocious vintage with mild winter and hot, dry spring. Bud burst and flowering were early and homogeneous. Hot, dry conditions June-August, with cooler September. Harvest perfectly ripe. Bottled June 23 to July 10, 1997.
Tasting Notes
Nose: complex aroma, Graves terroir character
Palate: soft, fine structure, harmonious, charming
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1988 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
Merlot48.7%
Cabernet Sauvignon39.6%
Cabernet Franc10.7%
Petit Verdot1%
Drinking Window 1993-2025
Classification Premier Cru Classé (1855)
Region Pessac-Leognan
Soil Deep gravel over clay and sand with minerals and quartz
Slope 27.0°
Grapes Picked Mid-September 1988 (white grapes), followed by Merlot, then Cabernet
Estate Grown Yes
Vine Age 36 years average at château, some vines close to 90 years old
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel
Oak Details 100% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak100%
Oak Types French Oak
Production Details Barrel fermented in 100% new French oak. Aged up to 24 months in barrel depending on vintage. 70% of barrels produced at château's own onsite cooperage. Blending conducted shortly after malolactic fermentation completed, before barrel aging began. Medium-bodied, structured, unfolds incrementally on palate with superb density and complex Graves elements. Decant for approximately 2.5 hours before serving.
Tasting Notes
Nose: licorice, underbrush, compost, truffles, dried herbs, creosote, black cherries, currants, havana, spicy plums
Palate: minerally, earthy, sweet, leather, iron, deep, black wine
Food Pairing beef, lamb, duck, game, grilled meats, roasted meats, veal, pork
Critics Ratings Wine Advocate: 92
Wine Advocate92
Wine Spectator98
Serena Sutcliffe MWExceptional - WA 92
Shop prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shop price | 2020 / 750ml | ≈ $726.58Original CHF 597.00 | gerstl.ch ↗ |
| Shop price | 2016 / 750ml | ≈ $815.42Original CHF 670.00 | gerstl.ch ↗ |
| Shop price | 2025 / 1500ml | ≈ $794.73Original CHF 653.00 | gerstl.ch ↗ |
| Shop price | 2025 / 750ml | ≈ $399.19Original CHF 328.00 | gerstl.ch ↗ |
| Shop price | 2018 / 750ml | ≈ $680.33Original CHF 559.00 | gerstl.ch ↗ |
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Pessac, Bordeaux, France
Owner
Domaine Clarence Dillon (Prince Robert of Luxembourg, Chairman)
Cellarmaster
Jean-Philippe Masclef (Technical Director), Florence Forgas (Cellar Master)