2022 Domaine Fleuron de Liot, Saint-Estèphe is produced by the Negrier family at their Bordeaux estate, a welcome rarity in a region now dominated by larger corporate ownership. Henri Negrier, who learned his trade as cellar master at Sociando-Mallet, brings that Left Bank sensibility to this small Saint-Estèphe holding, where gravel soils and old vines give the wine its mix of grip, freshness, and depth.

The estate sits just north of Saint-Estèphe in Saint-Seurin-de-Cadourne, close enough to share the appellation’s cool estuary influence and gravel-driven character. In 2009, the family expanded into Fleuron de Liot, a well-sited micro-production parcel with serious potential; the result is a Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot blend that beautifully balances dark fruit, spice, and structure with surprising polish.

Why You’ll Love It

• 50/50 Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with real Left Bank shape.

• Pure gravel soils, giving the wine lift, tension, and classic Saint-Estèphe grip.

• Serious value for cellar-worthy Bordeaux with black fruit, spice, and cigar box detail.

How To Serve It

• Decant 30 to 60 minutes and sever in Bordeaux stems between 60–64°F

• Serve with grilled steak, roast lamb, or anything rich and savory.

• Drink some now and cellar some through 2030