“Yesterday is less interesting than tomorrow”, and yet.
Synonymous with finesse, passion and innovation, Alias Lawton : it is the expertise of the trade and the poetry of wine in Bordeaux. We are more than just wine merchants: we are storytellers, artists and dreamers.
Yes, we love Wine. For its complexities, its shared moments. For everything it highlights and for its rarity. For us, each bottle is a work of art that makes the moments it accompanies immortal. So it was unthinkable to only talk about its content and its container. This is why we imagined and created a unique studio to highlight the different references that we present.
Château Quintus
Saint-Emilion Grand Cru
Château Quintus, located on a promontory in Saint-Émilion, was acquired by Domaine Clarence Dillon in 2011. The name “Quintus” refers to the Gallo-Roman tradition of naming the fifth child in the family as such. This estate is distinguished by its varied microclimates and its exceptional limestone terroir, favoring the cultivation of Merlot and Cabernet Franc. The vision of Robert de Luxembourg, president of the estate, is to create one of the greatest wines of Saint-Émilion, by combining tradition and innovation.
The 2011 vintage, characterized by a varied climate, allowed for slow and even ripening of the grapes. When tasting, Château Quintus 2011 presents a beautiful aromatic complexity with notes of ripe red fruits, plums and a spicy touch. On the palate, the wine stands out for its elegant structure and silky tannins, offering remarkable length.
Pavillon Rouge du Château Margaux
Margaux
Pavillon Rouge du Château Margaux 2008 is the second emblematic wine of Château Margaux. This vintage is distinguished by its elegant and homogeneous balance, despite slow ripening of the grapes due to varied climatic conditions. Composed of 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 26% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot and 1% Cabernet Franc, it offers a beautiful aromatic complexity with notes of raspberry, strawberry and light nuances of tobacco.
On the palate, Pavillon Rouge 2008 is characterized by fine tannins and a delicate structure, offering a soft and harmonious finish. This wine can be enjoyed now, but it will continue to improve in the cellar for 12 to 15 years.
Produced in the typical gravel terroirs of Margaux, this wine benefits from the heat released by the soil during the night, promoting optimal maturation of the grapes. The vinification and aging in French oak barrels provide a finesse and depth which make this vintage a real success.
La Chapelle de la Mission Haut-brion
Pessac Léognan
La Chapelle de la Mission Haut-Brion is the second wine of the prestigious Château La Mission Haut-Brion, located in Pessac-Léognan. Produced in small quantities, this wine is a tribute to the estate's chapel, erected in 1698 by the Vincentian priests. La Chapelle de la Mission Haut-Brion 2010 embodies the elegance and complexity of its terroir, offering an exceptional tasting experience.
The 2010 vintage was marked by a varied climate with periods of intense heat and cooler conditions, leading to slow but steady ripening of the grapes. The manual harvest made it possible to select small, tasty and fruity berries.
Mouton Rothschild
Pauillac
Château Mouton Rothschild is the perfect alliance between tradition and innovation. Acquired in 1853 by Baron Nathaniel de Rothschild, this Pauillac estate has become an emblematic symbol of the great wines of Bordeaux. Under the visionary leadership of Baron Philippe de Rothschild since 1922, the château initiated full bottling on site and transformed each label into a work of art. Since 1945, renowned artists such as Dalí, Chagall and Warhol have contributed to the famous “Art and Etiquette” collection.
This vintage is styled by the famous and fascinating image poet: Robert “Bob” Wilson. It features the owner at the time, Philippine de Rotschild, against a colorful background where the green of the vines and the gold of the sun match the ranges of this wine, from light red to deep purple.
Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande
Pauillac
Château Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande is the embodiment of feminine elegance in Pauillac. This second Grand Cru Classé from 1855 shines with its purity and refinement, a discreet and majestic force. Owned by the Rouzaud family since 2007, also owner of the prestigious Maison de Champagne Louis Roederer, this château illustrates the perfect symbiosis between tradition and modernity.
The 2009 vintage was marked by a dry winter followed by a mild and rainy spring, then a dry and sunny summer. This climate favored regular flowering and homogeneous ripening of the berries, giving a sunny, generous and legendary wine.
Château Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande is truly a work of wine art, a jewel of the left bank of Bordeaux.
Opus One – Overture
Napa Valley
A Bordeaux grape variety under the Californian sun. This is the eloquence of this wine.
Completed by the iconic Rothschild family and renowned California producer Robert Mondavi, Opus One is Napa Valley's most iconic wine. This estate produces multi-vintage wines, each vintage being unique and reflecting the best qualities of the appellation.
Opus One benefits from a unique terroir thanks to geothermal springs and soil rich in minerals. Winemaking is carried out with meticulous precision: the harvest is manual, fermentation takes place in stainless steel vats, and the wine is aged for 18 months in new French oak barrels.
Founded in 1978, Opus One is the result of the shared vision of two wine giants. Today, Opus One continues to shine under the expert leadership of the Rothschild family, with a constant focus on innovation and excellence.
Castello Di Ama
Chianti Classico
San Lorenzo
This estate, steeped in art, cultivates its vines in perfect harmony between tradition and creativity. Perched on the heights of Chianti, it excels in working with Merlot, although this emblematic vintage is mainly composed of Sangiovese.
Castello di Ama San Lorenzo 2018 is above all a solid and elegant tannic structure, the wine expresses itself with power and intensity through ripe fruits and remarkable aromatic complexity.
Castello di Ama flourishes in the heart of Tuscan hills and olive trees. The village of Ama, located at an altitude of 500 meters, gives its name to this exceptional area. Founded in 1970, it is now managed by Lorenza Sebasti and Marco Pallanti. The vineyard today extends over 80 hectares, covering some of the best terroirs of the Chianti Classico appellation without being pretentious.
Château Ducru-Beaucaillou
Saint-Julien
If we were to capture contemporary art and bottle it, this is the wine that would flow. Iconic in its drinkability, this super second from Bordeaux is adorned with a unique label to celebrate the Château's Three Centenary.
When tasting, Château Ducru-Beaucaillou 2020 reveals itself with a silky texture and delicacy on the palate, without losing any of its depth. Dense and elegant, this wine promises remarkable evolution over time.
The estate's vines flourish on Quaternary gravel soil and benefit from natural irrigation thanks to the proximity of the Gironde estuary. This unique terroir gives the wines exceptional freshness and unparalleled purity.
Since the 13th century, Château Ducru-Beaucaillou has survived the ages, strengthened by the expertise and passion of the Borie family. Today, Bruno Borie perpetuates this heritage with exemplary precision and commitment.
Château Léoville-Barton
Saint-Julien
Léoville Barton is elegance without dyspnea.
This second classified growth from 1855, adorned with history and emotion, transcends simple nectar to become a true work of liquid art. Barton family wine is the reflection of an iconic lineage, a bridge between generations where every drop of this wine is an ode to family love.
The Barton identity is found in every subtlety, every nuance, making this wine a delicate representation of their heritage.
When tasting, Léoville Barton 2018 reveals itself with finesse like delicately woven lace. Dense and generous, this wine has a rare depth, promising remarkable potential for evolution over time.
The Barton family is the very definition of the term “gentleman farmers”. She cultivates their estate with respect for nature and tradition. Since 1722, their dedication has endured, crossing the ages to offer a wine that embodies immensity without pretension.
Today, Lilian Barton, representing the ninth generation, perpetuates this heritage with passion and finesse.