Second Tranche Ausone & Margaux

The first tranche of Chateau Ausone literally leaped out of the doors of our St James's Street office. Hardly a surprise given the potentially perfect score from Robert Parker and the impeccable reputation of this estate, forged by perfectionist proprietor Alain Valthier. Yields were down substantially, so we could only offer the first tranche to those who had purchased the 2007. Since the demand has been sky high, we have been busy sourcing more stock, and are delighted to offer a very limited quantity at the second tranche price of £7500.

We could eulogise for hours about the intensity and complexity of Alain's wines, but we simply wouldn't do them justice. They possess an ethereal quality that is hard to put into words. Ausone has for some time now been right at the very pinnacle of the Bordeaux trade. Unchallenged as the outstanding wine from St Emilion, it also vies for the title of the best wine in Bordeaux, even the world. The 2008 is no exception; quite simply, it is breathtaking.

We have also procured a few more cases of Margaux, also at their second tranche price. This appears to be another wine in high demand. A tiny quantity of the 2008 has been released on to the market, so we were relieved and elated to be offered a few more cases.