Domaine des Grands Maisons

Château La Rame

AOC Sainte-Croix du Mont Traditionnel 2003

Produced from about 80% of Sémillon (well-known for its capacity to develop the “noble rot” together with its property in terms of aroma and structure); and, 20% of Sauvignon (which gives a refined and fruity aroma), it has a robe of an intense gold yellow, a pretty honey nose, vanilla, and candied fruits; a quite liqueur-like mouth, with a harmonious range of flavours: flower of acacia, lime-tree, grilled almond, vanilla and crystallized fruit; a beautifully  balanced finish. A classic of strength and delicacy.SKU 417154

Château La Rame

AOC Sainte-Croix du Mont Réserve 2001

Coup de Cœur - Le Guide Hachette des Vins

« C’est le travail patient et acharné d’Yves Armand qui a fait de la cuvée spéciale de La Rame l’une des vedettes des liquoreux de la rive droite.  S’inscrivant dans la meilleure tradition du cru, ce millésime ne pourra que renforcer la réputation de la propriété. D’un beau jaune doré égayé de reflets attrayants, il développe un bouquet fort séduisant par ses notes de miel et de vanille qui se marient heureusement avec les parfums d’orange confite et d’abricot. Riche, équilibré et complexe, le palais témoigne d’une vendange surmûrie très bien triée. Une remarquable bouteille à attendre cinq, six ou sept ans voire plus. »

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**** "In the remarkable vintage of 2001, this special reserve is an equal and a great rival  of the great cru classées of Sauterne"                

- La Revue du Vins de France  Nov 2005

SKU 354217

Château La Caussade "Prestige"

AOC Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux Rouge 2003

The wines from this small vineyard owned by the Armand family (Château La Rame) are always perfectly vinified; are ideally fruity, floral, and spicy; and, are very enjoyable to consume after only one year in bottle.  This vintage is no exception; it is well-balanced, delicate and with the correct fruit on the nose and palate.

SKU 354191

Château des Graviers "La Quintessence"

AOC Margaux 2001

*"Produced from of a small parcel of old vines, this prestige cuvée carries the mark of its pedigree in the warm aromas showing off its particular tonality.  But there its personality does not stop. Pretty currant perfumes marry with wood, while on the palate appears an ensemble of power and elegance. This wine will benefit from cellaring for another 3 to 8 years."         - Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2005

"Spicy, violet, tender mouth, elegant, quite fruity filled with the silky tannins typified by good Margaux."  - Le Point

SKU 421719