"Lucien Guillemet's wines, particularly Boyd-Cantenac, have an incomparable style that is truly distinctive. Some may focus primarily on the oak, which stands out through roasted notes, but it would be a shame to overlook the inviting and obvious fruity notes that enrich the bouquet! On the palate, the wine offers a sumptuous attack! It is dense and charming. Its fine tannins unfold slowly and harmonize with the acid structure. The latter lends vibrancy and ensures the freshness of the finish. A savory and delicious wine that deserves some aging. 2026–2044” (Yves Beck 2021) - Delivered in a wooden case for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (excluding Point Relais delivery method)
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Eye
Dark, intense, purplish color
Nose
Very aromatic, with black fruit and roasted notes
Palate
Rich, silky, full-bodied, with supple yet distinct tannins
Serve
At 17-18°C
Open
2 hours before
Drink from
2026
Drink before
2044
Production
70,000 bottles on average
Food and wine pairings
Pair with red and white meats, game, and aged cheeses...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2020 guide) 94/100
Rated estate (2018 guide): 4 stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the wine:
Intense and flavorful, with notes of cedar and plenty of character. A wine with aging potential and remarkable value for the price.
About the estate:
This small 17-hectare vineyard is run by its owner, Lucien Guillemet, just like its neighbor, Château Pouget. An agricultural engineer and oenologist, he is a perfectionist who, by nature, shuns trends and modernity. He is a master of his craft and, in recent vintages, has consistently produced well-rounded wines capable of aging for many years.
Decanter
Wine rated (2022 guide) 95/100
About the wine:
A dark, concentrated nose with intense aromas of blackberries. The structure is excellent right from the start. You can really sense the fruit’s density, which is so well-proportioned and balanced. It’s a rich, full-bodied style on the palate with a refreshing minty note. It has lovely spicy notes and a bright acidity that propels it forward. The texture is remarkable, with soft yet present tannins that create a very appealing mouthfeel. I really wanted another glass, but it will be even better with a few more years of aging. Drinking window: 2027–2044.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2018 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines are regularly recognized by the guide)
About the estate:
A beautiful terroir of lean, siliceous gravel (17 hectares), a diverse blend of grape varieties—including Petit Verdot—and a family with deep roots in the Médoc, the Guillemets (owners since 1932). They do not follow trends but instead strive for balance and finesse in their wines. An authentic grand cru, established in 1754 by a Belfast wine merchant, and managed since 1996 by oenologist and agronomist Lucien Guillemet.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the estate:
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2020 guide) 94/100
Rated estate (2018 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the wine:
This wine, with its lovely soft, silky body and charming oak notes that haven’t quite integrated yet, needs a little time to develop. It has a nice tannic structure and a beautifully smooth texture.
About the estate:
Lucien Guillemet, a discreet and affable man, manages his estate with the utmost care. Here, there is nothing flashy about the cellars or even the bottles. The wine is nonetheless one of the appellation’s most exciting classic expressions. It ages beautifully in the bottle, eventually revealing itself to be graceful and very silky. The consistency of recent vintages has led us to award it a second star this year.
James Suckling
Wine rated (2022 guide) 91/100
About the wine:
Aromas of blackberries, blueberries, dried leaves, earth, charcoal, toasted nuts, and graphite. The wine is medium-bodied to full-bodied with firm, tight tannins. Structured and compact with a note of damp earth. Try after 2025.
Le Figaro vins
Wine rated (2022 guide) 94/100
About the wine:
Remarkably smoky on the nose, with notes of charcoal and flowers. On the palate, a wonderful blend of crisp, fresh fruit and the smoky notes detected on the nose. A lovely finish with coffee aromas.
Yves Beck
Wine rated (2021 guide) 94/100
About the wine:
Lucien Guillemet’s wines, particularly Boyd-Cantenac, have an incomparable style that is deeply distinctive. Some may focus primarily on the oakiness, which stands out through roasted notes, but it would be a shame to overlook the inviting and obvious fruity notes that enrich the bouquet! On the palate, the wine offers a rich, indulgent attack! It is dense and charming. Its fine tannins unfold slowly and harmonize with the acid structure. The latter lends vibrancy and ensures a fresh finish. A flavorful and delicious wine that deserves some aging. 2026–2044
Jean-Marc Quarin
Wine rated (2022 guide) 91/100
About the wine:
Deep, intense purple color. A very aromatic, fruity nose with an interesting hint of hazelnut. Delicate on the palate at first, aromatic in the middle, with a smooth, full-bodied texture and good flavor; the wine develops a slightly austere yet flavorful character. A medium-length finish where the oak is currently a bit prominent, while the tannins remain refined.
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