{"title":"Bordeaux","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe ultimate crowd pleasers.\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn comparison to the very sensual Burgundy, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBordeaux's appeal is cerebral.\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover a collection of quintessential Cabernet and Merlot-based reds, crisp and elegant white blends, and be ready to experience the subtle nuance and complexity that makes Bordeaux wines a timeless classic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chateau-du-moulin-noir-montagne-saint-emilion","title":"Château du Moulin Noir Lussac - Saint Emilion 2014","description":"\u003cp\u003eSoftly-textured wine from an estate in Lussac-Saint-Emilion. Moulin Noir consists of seven hectares of vineyards on a good clay and limestone site. The wine is a blend of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Franc and is aged 12 months in oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis notably complex right bank blend from a satellite appellation of Saint-Emilion offers appealing savoury notes along with a mineral, iron component and liquorice spice. The oak treatment is wonderfully integrated with wood spice elevating the bright red fruit. Harmoniously matured, graceful and very elegant. The staying power of the finish is impressive. Drinking very well now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe high content of Merlot in this wines makes it perfect with spicy Asian dishes like Korean hotspots or Chinese food. It also pairs nicely with roasted lamb or duck terrines and with fatty cheeses like Comté.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château du Moulin Noir","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35374312325278,"sku":"947175-1","price":407.4,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/7922\/3966\/files\/PunsetPre-order_34.png?v=1764016536"},{"product_id":"chateau-haut-grelot-sauvignon-blanc","title":"Château Haut Grelot Sauvignon Blanc Côtes de Blaye 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eChâteau Haut Grelot is located near the Gironde Estuaire, north of the town of Bordeaux. Haut Grelot has been making wine and taking great care of their vineyards since its establishment in 1920!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a classic Bordeaux blend: 90% Sauvignon Blanc, 5% Sémillon \u0026amp; 5% Muscadelle. It's a floral, crisp, and elegant wine that offers exotic fruit aromas: grapefruit, gooseberry, and wild herbs that intermingle with ample citrus fruit on the palate. It has a generous weight, roundness, and a perfect balance that lets you savour every drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect to drink by itself or pair with seafood, chicken, fresh salads, and cheese boards.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Haut Grelot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35374491238558,"sku":"116888-1","price":263.4,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/7922\/3966\/files\/PunsetPre-order_15_fce0f3d0-bdd5-433d-9a21-e6a57ef11394.png?v=1784741388"},{"product_id":"chateau-plaisance-les-palues-bordeaux-superieur-aop","title":"Château Plaisance Les Palues Bordeaux Supérieur 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe construction of Château Plaisance dates back to the 1780s, however its vineyards are much older. Bordering the Margaux appellation, Château Plaisance's vineyards overlooks the Garonne River and counts with ten hectares. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe soils name 'palues' are mostly composed of clay, with a small percentage of sand. Its particularity is that is is located only a few meters away from the Garonne River. The 'palues' were gained on the river thanks to a draining technique implemented in Bordeaux by the Dutch. The 'palues' contain a large amount of sediments that were before underwater, making it a rich and fertile soil. In the past, wines produced on 'palues' were considered the best of their appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn elegantly matured Bordeaux Superieur with surprising persistence. Named after the limestone soils ('palues') of the vineyards, this blend of 70% Merlot with 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Petit Verdot is showing lovely earthy, leather and licorice notes along with cherry, raspberry and blackcurrant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e A stunning value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with rack of lamb and braised fennel.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Plaisance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35377341268126,"sku":"198183-1","price":299.4,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/7922\/3966\/files\/PunsetPre-order_20.png?v=1763742393"},{"product_id":"chateau-les-paruades-macau-en-medoc-bordeaux-superieur-2014","title":"Château Les Paruades Macau en Médoc Bordeaux Supérieur 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003eChâteau Les Paruades is located in Macau en Médoc, on the foothills of the Margaux appellation and on the edge of the Gironde. The estate covers an area of 3.5 hectares with Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc planted on clayey palus soil.  The vinification process follows the traditional methods of the Médoc, with total destemming and fermentation in stainless steel and concrete vats.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassy and complex, this wine opens with delicate aromas of rose petals, black fruits, and subtle mineral nuances. The palate is rich and layered, revealing concentrated notes of ripe blueberries, blackberries, and black cherries. Well-structured and balanced, it is supported by firm tannins and medium acidity, leading to a smooth, elegant finish with good persistence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTry pairing with beef, lamb, or other grilled meats, or a variety of vegetable-based preparations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Les Paruades","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42096306258138,"sku":"789966-1","price":287.4,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/7922\/3966\/products\/LesParuades.png?v=1637357706"},{"product_id":"chateau-haut-grelot-premiere-cuvee-rouge","title":"Château Haut Grelot Première Cuveé Rouge 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003eChâteau Haut Grelot, situated near the Gironde Estuary north of Bordeaux, has been dedicated to vineyard care and winemaking since 1920. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis classic Bordeaux blend features 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, cultivated in the gravelly, sandy, and silty soils of Côtes de Bordeaux. Exhibiting a deep ruby hue, its bouquet reveals vibrant red berry aromas complemented by vanilla and spice. On the palate, the wine is smooth, fruit-forward, and well-structured, making it an excellent companion to game or red meat dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Haut Grelot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46772975141082,"sku":"174564-1","price":251.4,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/7922\/3966\/files\/PunsetPre-order_17_ef6ac470-4309-4163-8986-ac7cdfa875ce.png?v=1784742114"},{"product_id":"chemin-de-lestuaire-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"Chemin de L'Estuaire Cabernet Sauvignon 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eJulien Bonneau, (Château Haut Grelot in the Blayais), and his friend Alexandre Lavigne, restaurateur in Saint-Palais-sur-Mer, created in 2014 a range of wines, Grains d'Estuaire, from a 10 ha vineyard located in Saint-Bonnet-sur-Gironde, in the south of Charente-Maritime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes and produced at a yield of 40 hectoliters per hectare. The vines thrive in gravelly-sandy loam soils on the Agrières hillsides, near the estuary, which contribute to the wine’s distinctive character and structure. Vinification is carried out entirely in barrels, ensuring a meticulous expression of the grape and terroir. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 16 months in 225-liter barrels, allowing it to develop depth, complexity, and refined balance. On the nose, it reveals woody, vanilla, and toasty aromas complemented by the freshness of red fruits. 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