2004 Pricing Is Back: Cheval Blanc & Top Bordeaux Steals from Pauillac to Pessac-Léognan

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It's a banner day in Bordeaux! Today brings an unprecedented pricing opportunity with three standout releases from the vintage. Leading the charge is Château Cheval Blanc, now offered at its lowest price since 2004—an impressive 28% below last year and 41% below 2022. With First Growth prestige at this price, it’s one of the most compelling buying moments for this legendary Saint-Émilion!

Also making headlines: the 94-point Château Lynch-Bages, at its best pricing since 2014, following a 35% drop in yields. And Smith Haut Lafitte Blanc, praised by Jane Anson as “up there with one of the whites of the vintage.”

Low yields and the sharpest pricing in 10–20 years create a rare opening for serious collectors. Secure your share of Bordeaux’s future today—this window may not open again for decades!

Today's Releases

Critical Acclaim

2024 Lynch-Bages

- 94 Points, Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux: "Savoury and juicy with cassis fruits. Consistent for Pauillac in an inconsistent vintage. Delicious."

- 93-95 Points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous: "Packed with cedar, scorched earth, and dark fruit. Long, polished finish with great balance."

- 91-93 Points, Neal Martin, Vinous: "Pure blackberry, graphite, and iodine notes. Focused, with grippy tannins. A capable Lynch-Bages with aging potential."

2024 Cheval Blanc

- 94-96 Points, William Kelley, Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate: "One of the stars of the vintage. Suave, medium-bodied, with minty berries and plums. Stunning quality."

- 94 Points, Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux: "More density and texture than previous vintages. Impressive precision and clarity."

- 93-95 Points, Neal Martin, Vinous: "Charming and refined with balance and pepperiness. Will age well for 20-25 years."

2024 Smith Haut Lafitte Blanc

- 95-97 Points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous: "Dynamic, with crisp citrus, mint, and white pepper. Remarkable tension and energy."

- 95 Points, Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux: "Fragrant and generous with white peaches, sage, and truffle spices. Exceptional depth and length."

- 94-96 Points, Neal Martin, Vinous: "Well-balanced with nectarine, pear, and ginger. Linear with great depth."

2024 Lafite Rothschild

- 95-97 Points, Neal Martin, Vinous: "Understated with black fruit and saline notes. Impressive focus and a promising finish."

- 95 Points, Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux: "Rich texture, precise, with graphite and cassis. Elegant and will age beautifully."

Recent 2024 En Primeur Releases

Our Expert's Take on the 2024 Vintage

Despite the challenges of the year, 2024 is emerging as a collector’s vintage, defined by low yields, excellent balance, and the most compelling pricing in over a decade. With alcohol levels moderating to 12–13%, this vintage marks a return to Bordeaux's hallmark freshness, tannin quality, and aromatics. The result? Wines that are elegantly sculpted rather than exuding raw power. Faced with yields reduced by as much as 50%, the châteaux prioritized quality above all else in this vintage.

Here’s a look at some highlights:

- The top red wines from Margaux, Pauillac, and Pomerol are refined, expressive, and exceptionally rare.

- Sauternes enjoyed ideal conditions for the development of botrytis.

- White Bordeaux wines are showing vibrant energy and distinct salinity.

Regional Standouts:

- Left Bank: Margaux and Pauillac are the clear stars of the vintage.

- Right Bank: Pomerol stands out, with iconic estates like Vieux Château Certan (VCC), Figeac, and Cheval Blanc demonstrating remarkable depth.

Given the limited allocations and sharp pricing, En Primeur 2024 offers a prime opportunity to secure the top wines from this vintage before they disappear.