Ron Siegel

9.3

More of a suave & polished version of LB that is showing well at 38 yrs. Notes of red & black fruits, spice box, earth, cedar, floral, leather & tobacco — 5 days ago

Marcus Chacos

10

OMG... get this! — 5 months ago

Jason and Caitlin

8.9

Have bought and enjoyed many times — 7 months ago

Steve T

9.2

So freakin good! Perfect Rhône and fabulous price! 😊 — a month ago

Tristan

9.0

Decent but not good value at $73 — 4 months ago

leon egozi

9.5

NY wine spectator event — 6 months ago

Karen Lowenstein

9.5

$350 let’s open it up. Delicious drinking full bodied but light. Perfect for pork chops! 2/25 — a year 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. — 3 months ago

Vasudev Vadlamudi

9.2

Medium-high acid, citrus. Sauvignon blanc primary with some muscadet and semillon — 5 months ago

Rob Brobst III

9.6

En Primeur 2025 — a year ago