2023 En Primeur Wines: Top 10 Best Price/Parker Ratings
Which 2023 primeur wines should I choose?
The release of Bordeaux early produce This period sparks genuine excitement among wine lovers, discerning collectors, and investors every year. It's the perfect time to acquire exceptional wines at attractive prices. These advantageous rates are made possible by the early sale of wines while they are still aging, well before bottling and marketing.
En primeur sales offer a unique opportunity to buy prestigious wines at prices often lower than those once the wines are available on the market. It's a prized opportunity to acquire rare bottles which, after a few years of aging, can see their value increase considerably.
To guide you in your research and analysis of the 2023 En Primeur wines, we have prepared this article to present a selection of ten châteaux which, in our opinion, offer... outstanding price/rating ratiosThis selection is based on a rigorous evaluation of the scores awarded by William Kelley, international critic for the Parker team at Wine Advocate. Based in France, William Kelley travels throughout the vineyards, particularly those of Bordeaux, to discover the gems of tomorrow and also to rate the greatest wines of this 2023 Bordeaux En Primeur campaign. This list will help you identify the best possible purchases among the 2023 En Primeur wines, to enrich your collection or cellar at advantageous prices.
Château Mango
Château Mango is a 34-hectare family estate steeped in rich history. The earliest written records of the property date back to 1546. Indeed, vines were already being cultivated there as early as 1559. During the French Revolution, the property was seized and divided into several small plots: Mango, Lisset And Bardoulet. It was only in 1985 that these three plots were reunited thanks to numerous purchases made by the parents of the current owners. Today, the entire Todeschini family actively participates in the production of this great Saint-Émilion wine.
Château Mangot 2023 Grand Cru Classé
SAINT-EMILION
92-94 PARKER
“Another magnificent wine from this constantly improving estate.” William Kelley
€26.04 incl. VAT /bottle
Château of Fieuzal
THE Château of Fieuzalwith its 400 years of history, is deeply rooted in winemaking tradition. Located in the Graves appellation, this 80-hectare vineyard cultivates both white and red grape varieties. Today, the château is owned by Irish enthusiasts, the Quinn family, under the management of Stephen Carrier. domaine is distinguished by the accuracy And elegance of its wines, which never cease to amaze us.
Château De Fieuzal 2023 Grand Cru Classé de Graves
PESSAC-LÉOGNAN
94-96 PARKER
“Property has reached new heights in recent years.” William Kelley
€28.08 incl. VAT /bottle
Château Laroque
THE Château Laroque is a domaine A majestic estate located in Saint-Émilion, dominated by an imposing 12th-century tower. Owned by the Beaumartin family, it is managed by David Suire, a brilliant oenologist from the Right Bank. This estate is renowned for the exceptional quality of its wines. Elegant, powerful, chiseled And dynamics, the wines of Château Laroque wines are distinguished by their unique style. The 61-hectare vineyard is composed of vines averaging 40 years old, mainly planted with Merlot, with some Cabernet Franc.
Château Laroque 2023 Grand Cru Classé
SAINT-EMILION
92-94 PARKER
€28.50 incl. VAT /bottle
Château Larrivet-Haut-Brion
THE Château Larrivet Haut-BrionWith over 150 years of history, it was already recognized in the 19th century as one of the Premier Crus of Léognan. Located in the Pessac-Léognan appellation, it benefits from a exceptional terroir, passionately run by a team of dedicated experts. Since 1987, Christine and Philippe Gervoson have been the owners of this domaine. Under their leadership, the Château Larrivet Haut-Brion continues its quest for excellence. domaine is also famous for its connection to art, particularly through its “Garden of Intoxication", a scenographic and plant composition dedicated to wine.
Château Larrivet-Haut-Brion 2023 Grand Cru Classé
PESSAC-LÉOGNAN
92-94 PARKER
“Charming and well executed.” William Kelley
€34.20 incl. VAT /bottle €68.40 incl. VAT /magnum
Château High Bages Liberal
THE Château High Bages Liberal is perched on the heights of Pauillac, in the Bordeaux region. This 5th Grand Cru Classé is experiencing a true renaissance. After an initial period of prosperity followed by fifty years of economic hardship, Haut-Bages Libéral is regaining its former glory today. Carried by a exceptional terroir and the determination of the women who have marked its history, the Château Haut-Bages Libéral once again establishes itself among the greatest vintages.
Château Haut Bages Liberal 2023 5th Grand Cru Classé
PAUILLAC
93-95 PARKER
“The Haut-Bages-Libéral 2023 is very promising.” William Kelley
€35.52 incl. VAT /bottle
Château Lagrange
The winemaking tradition of Château Lagrange goes back to the Gallo-Roman period. This historic site produces exceptional appellation wines Saint-Julien 3rd Grand Cru Classé. Currently, Suntory's president and vice president are actively working to maintain this reputation. Matthieu Bordes and his team are also committed to this pursuit of excellence, offering wines with a distinctive character.
Château Lagrange 2023 3rd Grand Cru Classé
SAINT-JULIEN
93-95 PARKER
“A smooth and vibrant profile, it is beautifully homogeneous and complete.” William Kelley
€43.68 incl. VAT /bottle €89.76 incl. VAT /magnum
Château Durfort-Vivens
THE Château Durfort Vivens is located in the heart of the appellation Margaux. It benefits from an exceptional terroir under a climat favorable oceanicNestled in the Médoc, this domaine extends over 55 hectares of vineyards spread across the communes of Margaux, Cantenac and Soussans. Ranked 2nd Grand Cru of Margaux, this vineyard is now certified and cultivated using biodynamic methods.
Château Durfort-Vivens 2023 2nd Grand Cru Classé
MARGAUX
94-95 PARKER
“A resounding success.” William Kelley
€55.91 incl. VAT /bottle
Château Beau-Séjour Bécot
Located in the heart of the Saint-Émilion appellation, the Château Beau-Séjour Bécot was honored with the title of Premier Grand Cru Classé in 1996. Recognized as one of the most prestigious wines of the appellationIts reputation is firmly established and continues to grow stronger every year.
Château Beau-Séjour Bécot 2023 1er Grand Cru Classé B
SAINT-EMILION
“First vintage produced in the new, highly functional winery of the domaine, The 2023 Beau-Séjour Bécot is proving to be magnificent and should rival, or even surpass, the brilliant 2022.” William Kelley
96-98 PARKER
€60.96 incl. VAT /bottle
Domaine of Chevalier
THE Domaine of Chevalier is a Grand Cru Classé An exceptional Graves wine located in the Pessac-Léognan appellation. The estate offers both a red and a white wine. imbued with the essence of their terroir. The Bernard family, passionate and owners of domaine, leverages its deep knowledge of the terroir to create exceptional wines. The unparalleled expertise of the teams is evident in the production of these great wines.
Domaine of Chevalier 2023 Grand Cru Classé de Graves
PESSAC-LÉOGNAN
94-96 PARKER
€63.84 incl. VAT /bottle
Château Rauzan-Ségla
THE Château Rauzan-Ségla, located in Bordeaux in the Gironde region within the appellation Margaux, has enjoyed a sensational reputation for nearly four centuries. Having weathered periods of both success and hardship, this Second Cru Classé today reached a remarkable level of excellence. This rise is the result of significant investments by the House of Chanel since the takeover in 1996 under the direction of John Kolasa, and continued by Nicolas Audebert from 2014.
Château Rauzan-Ségla 2023 2nd Grand Cru Classé
MARGAUX
"THE Rauzan-Ségla 2023 is very promising.” William Kelley
94-96 PARKER
€84.00 incl. VAT /bottle
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