Château Le Thil, Comte Clary, (Magnum) 2020 vs Pommard 'Les Cras', Domaine de Montille 2023
Compare current tracked prices, stockists and core specifications. Château Le Thil, Comte Clary, (Magnum) 2020 currently starts £0.40 lower.
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £56.40 | £56.80 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Château Le Thil | Domaine de Montille |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon | Pinot Noir |
| Size | 1500ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Château Le Thil, Comte Clary, (Magnum) 2020
Château Le Thil is one of those under-the-radar Bordeaux gems that really makes you sit up and take notice. Nestled in the heart of Pessac-Léognan, just down the road from the legendary Smith Haut Lafitte (in fact, it shares the same ownership), Le Thil combines pedigree with serious value. The vintage was kind to this corner of Bordeaux, and it shows in the glass. You get all the classic hallmarks—dark, juicy fruit, subtle spice, and a lovely thread of minerality—wrapped up in a sleek, finely balanced frame. There’s freshness, precision, and just enough grip to hint at how well this will age. A wine that punches well above its weight and overdelivers for the price. For our Club Members looking for a savvy Left Bank buy with real class, this is a bottle to stock up on before the word gets out.
Pommard 'Les Cras', Domaine de Montille 2023
"From south-facing, gravelly soils rich in red clay and iron, this wine showcases 80-year-old vines. Bright red fruit and sweet cedar box notes on the nose lead to a palate of crunchy raspberries and fine structure. With 50% whole cluster and 20% new oak, this wine is both approachable and structured, with early drinking appeal." Our note The 2023 vintage reflects a year of moderate warmth with consistent sunshine, leading to steady, well-paced ripening. Although temperatures weren’t extreme, the shift to warmer nights and milder days contributed to extended growing periods. This translated into wines that are strikingly fresh, with lower alcohol levels, vivid acidity, and vibrant character—brighter and more approachable compared to recent years. Both red and white wines achieved impressive yields, the largest ever recorded for the estate, with terroir expression and balance shining through. For reds, comparisons to the 2017 vintage are apt, showcasing elegance and precision. The domaine features as one of the Top 10 Côte de Beaune Red Wine, and White Wine Producers in Tim Atkin's Burgundy 2023 Special Report.
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