BORDEAUX 2025 EN PRIMEUR

The best reds have richness and an abundance of generous ripe fruit, while remaining incredibly vibrant and fresh, with perfectly judged tannins that melt into the wine. The word of the trip was ‘bright’, inspired by the wonderful perfume, and fine, lifted, high-toned aromas.

Our recommendations are our most focused ever, in spite of 2025 being the smallest vintage in recent times for many Châteaux in Bordeaux. Our aim is simple, to guide you by offering only our top picks within all appellations and at all price levels. We are, of course, aware you may have other personal favourites, and these will also be available, with comprehensive tasting notes. 

Our team are always on hand to give personalised recommendations and advice to keep your cellar on the the inside track. 

“My father likened 2005 to the fabled 1928. The 2025s would possibly gazump those, if he had seen them!” Henri Lurton, Ch Brane Cantenac 

“The similarities to 1961 at Cheval are uncanny! The two smallest crops in the estate’s history. Tannin profiles are identical as are the alcohols at 12.5%.” Pierre-Olivier Clouet, Ch Cheval Blanc 

“Just three words: radiant, precise and vibrant!” Emmanuel Cruse, Ch d’Issan 

“Put the best components of the last 5 vintages ending in a 5 together and you get 2025.” Eric Kohler, Ch Lafite Rothschild 

“The wines have the depth of 2022 with the persistence of 2016 and layers of density!” Nicolas Glumineau, Ch Pichon Longueville Lalande and Ch de Pez 

If you’re interested in the idea of Bordeaux En Primeur, but don’t know where to start we would be delighted to tailor a parcel of up to £1,000 or £3,000 to get you started.

Click below to find out what you can expect from a beginner’s parcel. These wines have been carefully curated by the team who were out tasting in Bordeaux last week, with a focus on the standout wines across all the major appellations on both Left and Right Banks. This hand-crafted list would serve as the perfect way to dive headfirst in the delights of Bordeaux En Primeur – whether you’re looking to participate in En Primeur for the first time, or to get a loved one’s wine collection off to a stellar start.