Robert Parker rated this perfect, scoring it 100/100 points and we agreed. It is a benchmark for the property and the commune of St-Estèphe and easily of first growth quality. The vintage, rating and current market means that the price is only going in one direction. It has the necessary constituents to last for a very long time indeed and should drink well for the next 30 years.

• Feel free to mix Fine Wines with “regular” wines to make up your order of 12 bottles (or more!) in total. However, at least 6 bottles must be Fine Wine products, because Fine Wines require special distribution from our temperature-controlled Fine Wine Centre in London. Original wooden cases not available outside the M25.