{"title":"Chateau Ausone","description":"\u003ch4\u003eAn Historic Saint-Émilion Estate\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNamed after the Roman poet Ausonius, who kept around 100 acres of vineyards in and around the area, Château Ausone is one of only four wines to be ranked Premier Grand Cru Classé A in the classification of Saint-Émilion wine. The winery is located on the Right Bank, close to the actual town of Saint-Émilion in Bordeaux. The smallest of the First Growths - with only seven hecatres of vines - 10% of which goes into producing the second wine, La Chapelle d'Ausone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith its characteristic fresh limestone soils, Château Ausone produces wonderfully mineral red wines, all farmed organically. 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This wine delivers - a contender for wine of the vintage.\" Decanter, 2017","brand":"Chateau Ausone","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62411822104906,"sku":"HED99138","price":2340.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED99138.jpg?v=1781890020"},{"product_id":"ausone-1989","title":"Ausone 1989","description":"Under Alain Vauthier`s stewardship, Château Ausone has reclaimed its esteemed position among Bordeaux`s elite Right Bank estates, standing alongside Pétrus and Cheval Blanc. The 1989 vintage, produced during a notably ripe year, presents moderately intense aromas of melted caramel, coffee, fruitcake, and ripe currants. On the palate, it exhibits medium body with red and black currant flavours, accompanied by firm tannins and a somewhat attenuated finish. 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Château Ausone, one of the region`s Premier Grand Cru Classé estates, produces limited quantities, typically around 20,000 bottles annually, emphasising its stature among connoisseurs.","brand":"Chateau Ausone","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62412761268554,"sku":"HED00697","price":250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED00697.jpg?v=1781893475"},{"product_id":"ausone-2006","title":"Ausone 2006","description":"Ausone is situated on the western edge of Saint-Emilion \u0026amp; ranked in the highest possible category for quality - Premier Grand Cru Classe (A). 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The wine is notable for its balance and the evolution of its flavours over decades, showcasing the influence of time on its structure.","brand":"Chateau Ausone","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62412892471626,"sku":"HED10958","price":350.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED10958.jpg?v=1781894529"},{"product_id":"ausone-2002","title":"Ausone 2002","description":"Ausone 2002 is a notable wine from the esteemed Saint-Émilion appellation, produced by Château Ausone, one of the region`s oldest and most revered estates. This vintage is crafted from a blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot, reflecting the terroir of its origins. The wine showcases a deep garnet hue, with aromas of dark fruits and earthy undertones. Given its limited production—approximately 20,000 bottles—Ausone offers a unique insight into the nuances of Bordeaux wines. 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While not overpowering, this 2009 vintage impresses with its purity of red fruit flavours, leaving a lingering impression with an almost understated finish.","brand":"Chateau Ausone","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62413907460426,"sku":"HED95708","price":945.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED95708.jpg?v=1781898786"},{"product_id":"chapelle-d-ausone-1998","title":"Chapelle d`Ausone 1998","description":"Chapelle d`Ausone is Château d`Ausone`s second wine, crafted in the same process as its Gran Vin, and made with Merlot and Cabernet Franc from younger vines. 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Both right and left bank properties produced excellent wines with Ausone being no exception. Robert Parker described Ausone 2000 as “by far the best Cheval Blanc since 1990 and before 2009”.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chateau Ausone","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62414768832842,"sku":"HED87331","price":915.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED87331.jpg?v=1781900301"},{"product_id":"ausone-2004","title":"Ausone 2004","description":"Ausone 2004 is a full-bodied Right Bank Bordeaux red wine from the St-Emilion appellation. Ausone is situated on the western edge of Saint-Emilion and ranked in the highest possible category for quality – Premier Grand Cru Classe (A). Producing around 2,000 cases a year from around 7 hectares of vines, the wine is usually an equal split of Cabernet Franc and Merlot. \"Tasted from barrel in 2005, this was among the best wines of the vintage, with limestone-soil character coming through the fresh brightness of fruit. Ausone was all potential energy then, and it has only improved in the two years since. The wine shares the resonant depths of the ancient limestone caves at Ausone, as the flavors echo through the finish. It starts off from a small place, a sweet confection that brings roasted blueberries to mind, the caramelized oak tasting like the edge of charred fat on extremely fine grilled beef. Over the course of several days, the wine becomes increasingly more subtle and serious in tone, with delicate red fruit, gracious mineral-inflected tannins and detailed flavors that last effortlessly. This Ausone will live for decades.\" Wine \u0026amp; Spirits, 2007","brand":"Chateau Ausone","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62415247212874,"sku":"HED98964","price":390.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED98964.jpg?v=1781901616"},{"product_id":"ausone-mid-shoulder-1934","title":"Ausone (Mid-Shoulder) 1934","description":"Château Ausone 1934 (Mid-Shoulder) is a Right Bank Bordeaux wine from the St-Emilion appellation. Château Ausone is one of only four wines to be ranked Premier Grand Cru Classé A in the classification of Saint-Émilion wine. This exceptionally rare bottle is from the outstanding 1934 vintage. 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This vintage is characterised by its concentrated fruit and subtle earthiness, revealing layers of dark cherry and refined tannins. Ausone, a historic estate with roots dating back to Roman times, showcases the potential of its terroir, reflecting the careful craftsmanship in each bottle.","brand":"Chateau Ausone","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62416602366282,"sku":"HED00632","price":1175.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED00632.jpg?v=1781905301"},{"product_id":"ausone-1987","title":"Ausone 1987","description":"Château Ausone sits in the highest possible quality tier in Saint-Émilion - Premier Grand Cru Classé ‘A’. The vineyards are a mixture of sand, clay and limestone and total around 17 acres, split 50\/50 with plantings of Cabernet Franc and Merlot. 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With production levels even lower than Pétrus, the demand for Ausone has surged, making it one of Bordeaux`s most sought-after and elusive wines. The 1990 vintage is still full of life, with ample fruit, lovely structure and well-integrated tannins.","brand":"Chateau Ausone","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62416839803210,"sku":"HED94005","price":515.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED94005.jpg?v=1781905729"},{"product_id":"ausone-2010","title":"Ausone 2010","description":"Château Ausone, situated in Saint-Émilion, enjoys a stellar reputation for crafting some of the best red wines within the appellation and the broader region.  In recent years, Alain Vauthier has overseen significant advancements at Ausone, assuming complete responsibility for winemaking and property management at his family`s estate. The 2010 vintage is a blend composed of 55% Cabernet Franc and 45% Merlot, aged in new oak barrels for 20 months. Despite an exceptionally dry growing season that presented its share of challenges, this vintage ultimately yielded greatness.","brand":"Chateau Ausone","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62416842522954,"sku":"HED94758","price":1010.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED94758.jpg?v=1781905739"},{"product_id":"ausone-2008","title":"Ausone 2008","description":"Ausone is situated on the western edge of Saint-Emilion \u0026amp; ranked in the highest possible category for quality - Premier Grand Cru Classe (A). 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Its reputation as a pinnacle of quality and excellence remains firmly intact among wine enthusiasts and experts alike. The 2001, marked by ideal growing conditions, exhibits a complex structure with restrained tannins and pronounced acidity, indicative of its age.","brand":"Chateau Ausone","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62417046438218,"sku":"HED20350","price":615.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED20350.jpg?v=1781906562"},{"product_id":"ausone-300cl-2005","title":"Ausone 300cl 2005","description":"Ausone is situated on the western edge of Saint-Emilion \u0026amp; ranked in the highest possible category for quality - Premier Grand Cru Classe (A). 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Wafting from the glass with aromas of wild blueberries and raspberries mingled with rose petals, violets, exotic spices, vine smoke and blood orange, it`s full-bodied, seamless and sensual, with a satiny attack that segues into a deep, layered mid-palate of breathtaking precision and intensity without weight. Built around bright acids and ultra-refined tannins and concluding with a resonant, perfumed finish, this profound young Ausone represents the essence of this great limestone terroir. I am not in the habit of drinking six-month-old Bordeaux cask samples, but this is one wine that would have sorely tempted me to make an exception to that rule if my appointment at the estate hadn`t been one of the first of the day!\" Wine Advocate, 2022","brand":"Chateau Ausone","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62418188468554,"sku":"HED11099","price":565.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED11099.jpg?v=1781908292"},{"product_id":"ausone-half-1996","title":"Ausone Half 1996","description":"The 1995 vintage in Bordeaux was marked by early flowering, and despite the long hot summer, there was no drought stress. Merlot and Cabernet Franc excelled on the Right Bank, giving rich, full-bodied wines such as this Gran Vin from Château Ausone. Lovely bouquet of redcurrants, plums, dark chocolate and sandalwood. Resolving, but still slightly firm tannins carry red fruits and earthy flavours. Aged gracefully, it reflects the nuances of its origin, making it a worthy addition for collectors.","brand":"Chateau Ausone","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62418456740170,"sku":"HED20266","price":250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED20266.jpg?v=1781909142"},{"product_id":"ausone-2020","title":"Ausone 2020","description":"While Château Ausone once held the coveted Premier Grand Cru Classé A status in Saint-Émilion, it made headlines in 2022 by voluntarily withdrawing from the classification, joining the likes of Cheval Blanc and other notable estates. Despite its departure from the ranking, Château Ausone continues to command immense respect as one of the finest wines within the appellation. Its reputation as a pinnacle of quality and excellence remains firmly intact among wine enthusiasts and experts alike.","brand":"Chateau Ausone","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62418858508618,"sku":"HED34155","price":800.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED34155.jpg?v=1781910045"},{"product_id":"ausone-magnum-2006","title":"Ausone Magnum 2006","description":"Ausone 2006 is a full-bodied, Merlot-based red wine from the St-Emilion appellation of Bordeaux. Château Ausone is situated on the western edge of Saint-Emilion and ranked in the highest possible category for quality – Premier Grand Cru Classe (A). Producing around 2,000 cases a year from around seven hectares of vines, Ausone is usually an equal split of Cabernet Franc and Merlot. \"The inky\/blue-colored 2006 Ausone possesses a striking perfume of minerals, flowers, blackberries, and blueberries. Even though 100% new oak is utilized in the wine’s upbringing, there is no hint of wood in the aromas or flavors. Despite its fabulous texture, medium to full body, size, richness, and profound depth of flavor and nuance, it is surreal in its lightness and delicacy. Prospective purchasers should be aware that the 2006, a legend in the making, will require 10-12 years of cellaring.\" Robert Parker, 2007","brand":"Chateau Ausone","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62420006764874,"sku":"HED98111","price":1155.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED98111.jpg?v=1781910334"},{"product_id":"ausone-2015","title":"Ausone 2015","description":"Ausone 2015 is a red wine from the prestigious Saint-Émilion appellation, crafted as a blend of 55% Merlot and 45% Cabernet Franc. 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The 2012 vintage is distinguished by its concentration and structure, offering a palate that reflects the estate`s commitment to meticulous vineyard practices. With limited production of around 20,000 bottles, Ausone remains a sought-after choice for discerning collectors and connoisseurs alike.","brand":"Chateau Ausone","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62428111307082,"sku":"HED00531","price":3350.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED00531.jpg?v=1781913081"},{"product_id":"ausone-2011","title":"Ausone 2011","description":"The 2011 Château Ausone is a Saint-Émilion Premier Grand Cru Classé A wine. This vintage is a blend of 55% Cabernet Franc and 45% Merlot. The wine shows intense elegance, complexity and length, with old-vine Cabernet Franc defining its structure. It is full-bodied with firm, silky tannins and a persistent finish. The open aromatics display exotic fruit, dark cherry, cassis and a violet-like perfume.","brand":"Chateau Ausone","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62428124447050,"sku":"HED11411","price":495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED11411.jpg?v=1781913147"},{"product_id":"ausone-300cl-2011","title":"Ausone 300cl 2011","description":"Ausone is situated on the western edge of Saint-Emilion \u0026amp; ranked in the highest possible category for quality - Premier Grand Cru Classe (A). 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Now at 23 years of age this should be entering its peak drinking window.","brand":"Chateau Ausone","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62428816474442,"sku":"HED54664","price":615.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED54664.jpg?v=1781915906"},{"product_id":"ausone-1988","title":"Ausone 1988","description":"Ausone 1988 is a mature-vintage Right Bank Bordeaux red wine from the St-Emilion appellation. Ausone is situated on the western edge of Saint-Emilion and ranked in the highest possible category for quality – Premier Grand Cru Classe (A). Producing around 2,000 cases a year from around 7 hectares of vines, the wine is usually an equal split of Cabernet Franc and Merlot. \"Bottle proffered for my birthday. Deep garnet core with faint, thin dark brick rim. The nose is quite spicy, earthy and Graves in style. Burnt toast, turning more mulberry-ish with aeration. The palate is tannic at first but becomes more rounded with notes of blueberries and cassis. Backward but focused and very long. A bit frayed on the finish, a touch of volatility. A very fine Ausone that needs another 3-5 years to reach its peak.\" Neal Martin, 2004","brand":"Chateau Ausone","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62429019603274,"sku":"HED99553","price":400.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED99553.jpg?v=1781916621"},{"product_id":"ausone-1982","title":"Ausone 1982","description":"After a difficult period in the Seventies, 1982 was a new dawn for Bordeaux and its celebrated vintage is considered to be a landmark in the region. On the nose, Ausone 1982 reveals aromas of soft plums, blackberries, coffee beans and a touch of tobacco. The palate is medium-bodied and complex, with blackcurrants, dried herbs and mixed spices. The tannins are mellow and the wine finishes on a balsamic note.","brand":"Chateau Ausone","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62429270049098,"sku":"HED33643","price":720.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED33643.jpg?v=1781917492"},{"product_id":"ausone-300cl-2017","title":"Ausone 300cl 2017","description":"Château Ausone is a Premier Grand Cru Classé ‘A’ property in Saint-Emilion. The 2017 expertly combines 55% Cabernet Franc with 45% Merlot to create an unendingly charming wine with layers of intense plum, blackberry and mulberry fruit. 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