This sumptuous, deeply flavoured, barrel-aged gem is an absolute must for claret fans. From a terrific little estate, whose 50-year-old, biodynamically grown vines (think super-organic!) thrived in 2005, "Bordeaux's best ever vintage" (Wine & Spirits magazine).

The château, situated in Saint-Germain-de-Graves has been owned by eight generations of the Duc family since 1850. Current winemaker, Sébastien Duc, draws on the knowledge handed down by his forebears, along with the "gift of Madame Nature" as he calls it, to craft this elegant, classically wooded claret.

Deeply coloured, brimming with ripe red and black berry aromas, with a touch of cedar wood. Fine oak gives excellent structure, complemented by a long, long finish. Delicious with traditional roast beef.