Château Roseraie 2016 Saint Émilion Bordeaux, France

The 2016 Château la Roseraie is a blend of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc. In the glass, you’ll instantly recognize notes of cassis, plum, and graphite in this classic Right Bank Bordeaux. It’s at a lovely point of development right now; however, it will hold very nicely in the cellar for at least a few years. If you guessed that I might suggest pairing this with lamb chops, you would be spot on! I’d also love it with filet of beef or braised short ribs.

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Château Peyrabon Haut Medoc Bordeaux, France

Bordeaux over-achiever — Drinking at it’s peak! Bordeaux fans may remember the 2012 vintage as a bit of a snoozer — one of those classic vintages sandwiched between some blockbuster vintages. Here’s the thing: if you bought any of the 2012s, and you’re just getting around to them now, you’re in for an ample reward…

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