18 years in Bordeaux: 6 archival red Médoc wines

How has the taste of Bordeaux transformed between the 2001 and 2017 vintages? Soon your own taste buds will find out. This journey through time is delicious.

You’ll become familiar with the dry red wines that make Bordeaux famous. Our sommelier Jan Pánek personally selected the 6 best vintages of this region’s dry red Médoc wine. Get ready for a flood of ruby red color, the scent of currants and woody tones, and a full, unbelievably harmonious taste.

The 6 archival wines in this tasting set were produced in our favorite Château Saint-Hilaire winery. Each grape was hand-picked by the winemakers there, they process the varieties separately, and only blend them after 12 months of maturation in barrique casks. This is why their archival wines are so unforgettable.

Enjoy tastings with friends. Or give the wines some time – they’ll reward you for archiving.

What can you expect in this wine gift set?

Château Saint Hilaire Médoc 2001: Archival dry red wine

The 2001 Saint-Hilaire dry red wine is an exceptional representation of the specific terroir of the famous Médoc wine region. It is made from Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes and has excellent archiving potential thanks to a well thought-out proportion of varieties. The maturation period takes place in barriques for one year.

Château Saint Hilaire Médoc 2008: Archival dry red wine

Médoc 2008 was created after a wonderfully sunny year. That’s why this dry red wine is light, but at the same time has a full and complex flavor. It will enchant you with its aroma of currants and red fruit, and its delicate tannins that linger for a long time on the tongue.

Its elegant taste earned this wine the silver medal at the largest French competition The Challenge International du Vin.

Château Saint Hilaire Médoc 2011: Archival dry red wine

A balanced blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (50 %), Merlot (45 %), and a drop of Cabernet Franc (5 %). This is the archival red Médoc 2011. You’ll be surprised by its distinctive aroma with mint and woody tones and harmony of tastes balanced between fruity nuances and freshness.

Médoc 2011 rightfully brought home the silver medal from The Challenge International du Vin wine competition.

Château Saint Hilaire Médoc 2014: Archival dry red wine

The dark purple treasure of Bordeaux. This is the archival red wine Médoc 2014, which will show off its region of origin in its full beauty. Prepare your taste buds for juicy fruity and woody tones that will develop and transform during archiving.

Parisian connoisseurs awarded Médoc 2014 a silver medallion. How will you rate it?

Château Saint Hilaire Médoc 1999: Archival dry red wine

 Médoc 2017 is a rich and elegant wine. It smells of plums, black fruit, and currants. It will enchant you with its full taste and tannins that remain for a long time in your mouth.

This archival red wine earned a gold medal at the largest French competition, the Challenge International du Vin.

Château Saint Hilaire Médoc 2019: Archival dry red wine

Did you catch the scent of currants and red fruit? This is how the aromas of the red Médoc 2019 weave their enchantment. It combines Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, which gave it freshness, full taste, roundness and a surprising strength.

Pour yourself a glass of Médoc 2019 tomorrow evening. Or give it time – it will reward you for archiving.

A wooden gift box included in the price of this gift set

The most delicious archival wines from Bordeaux deserve beautiful packaging.