Chateau La Clariere Vertical Six (2020/2021/2022/2023)

Since Tony Laithwaite first worked in Castillon in 1967, he has been a champion of the region. As Wine International wrote, and he believes: “If it weren’t for the line dividing Castillon from Saint Emilion, its wines would be twice the price. The hills are the same, the soil is the same, the exposure is the same.” In 1980 Tony bought Château La Clarière and has been proving his point ever since, winning Golds and Trophies, and twice the coveted Paris’ Lauréat Prix d’Excellence. The team has led the field in innovation too and no expense is spared: low yields for intensity, rigorous sorting for quality, and ageing in the finest new French oak. This is the fine claret from his family estate and a rare chance to try four consecutive vintages in one case. All the wines are delicious now but will age gracefully for years to come. (1 bottle each of 2020 & 2021 plus 2 bottles of 2022 & 2023)