Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.3

1999 vintage. Nice fill. Used a Durand. Solid cork with approx 50% saturation. Decanted and tasted after two hours. That decided Lynch-Bages medium heavy bod. Has dropped some, not all, of the overt primary fruit load. Pleasant spices and feminine characteristics easily noted and cataloged. Pretty harmonious now tho with a little chunkiness/tannic blessing as more of a fleeting kiss vs a big hug. Could easily go another decade in this ensemble. 6.14.26. — 10 days ago

Marcus Chacos

10

OMG... get this! — 7 months ago

Jason and Caitlin

8.9

Have bought and enjoyed many times — 9 months ago

Robert Krupp

9.3

Maybe it’s the perfectly grilled ribeye talking but sappy, sanguine and delicious — 3 years ago

Joe McGee

9.4

Earthy. Paired well with steak. Had earthiness, soul of Bordeaux loved it. — 5 years ago

Buddy G

9.4

Crisp. Delish — 7 years ago

Matt Sterr

9.0

100% Brachetto. Dry! Floral notes. Earwax? Palate is light and dry. — 9 years ago

Steve T

9.2

So freakin good! Perfect Rhône and fabulous price! 😊 — 3 months ago

Tristan

9.0

Decent but not good value at $73 — 6 months ago

leon egozi

9.5

NY wine spectator event — 8 months ago

Karen Lowenstein

9.5

$350 let’s open it up. Delicious drinking full bodied but light. Perfect for pork chops! 2/25 — 2 years ago

Jenks

9.2

Gigondas 92, ribeyes 98. — 5 years ago

Nathan Kinney

9.5

Always solid — 6 years ago

Richard Johnstone

9.4

great unassuming wine. great with damn near everything! — 8 years ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.0

Château Ormes de Pez 2023 – Saint-Estèphe. BDX, France 🇫🇷

Overview
An approachable and easy-drinking Bordeaux red from the Cazes family (Lynch-Bages lineage), offering a friendly, polished expression designed for immediate pleasure rather than intensity. The 47% Cabernet-driven blended with 39% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc and 4% Petit Verdot delivers clean fruit, gentle structure, and balanced freshness, making it an ideal casual and versatile claret.

Aromas & Flavors
Red cherry, blackcurrant, plum skin, light cedar, subtle graphite, dried herbs, soft cocoa and gentle spice.

Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied with smooth entry, soft tannins, moderate acidity, easy mid-palate flow, and a clean, uncomplicated finish that stays friendly and accessible.

Food Pairings
Burgers, roast chicken, grilled sausages, pizza, casual bistro fare, semi-soft cheeses, weeknight comfort foods.

Verdict
A reliable, crowd-pleasing Saint-Estèphe that emphasizes drinkability and balance over depth and complexity. A well-made, approachable red for casual enjoyment and broad appeal.

🍷 Personal Pick
This is a cruising wine, safe lines, smooth handling, and zero surprises. Perfect when you want something dependable, easygoing, and friendly on the palate without needing full focus or contemplation. — 5 months ago

Vasudev Vadlamudi

9.2

Medium-high acid, citrus. Sauvignon blanc primary with some muscadet and semillon — 7 months ago

Rob Brobst III

9.6

En Primeur 2025 — a year ago

Audrey Irvine

9.2

Wine Shoe 2022 — 4 years ago

Mike Miller

9.3

Paired with chicken saltimbocca for dinner. Crisp smooth start with a citrus finish and the essence of almond. — 6 years ago

with Anne and Jason

Robert Moore

9.0

Kermit comes through as usual. Great with some skirt steak chimichurri. Decanted for 30 mins. — 8 years ago