2018 Berry Bros. & Rudd St Estèphe by Tronquoy-Lalande, Bordeaux

St Estèphe is the northernmost of the four famous communes in the Médoc on Bordeaux’s Left Bank, sitting just north of Pauillac. It is renowned for its powerful, full-bodied red blends, often featuring a high proportion of Merlot alongside Cabernet Sauvignon and other Bordeaux grape varieties. For our 2018 St Estèphe, we have worked with Château Tronquoy-Lalande. This hidden-gem estate is part of the SCDM Domaines group, alongside its near-neighbour, the illustrious Château Montrose.

Cellar Plan members enjoy a 10% saving on this wine at checkout.

Tasting note

Our 2018 St Estèphe is dominated by Merlot, though the warm growing season was perfect for the late-ripening Petit Verdot – which makes up an unusually high 41% of the blend. The result is a lush and powerful Claret. Aromas of cassis, plum and cherry adorn the nose. The palate brings grippy but ripe tannins, gentle acidity and a pencil-lead finish. This is balanced and extremely drinkable. Serve it with your favourite steak or a winter stew. 

Drink 2024 - 2025

Georgina Haacke, Bordeaux Buyer, Berry Bros. & Rudd