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Completely biodynamic, with yields sometimes lower than at Chateau d'Yquem in Sauternes, Grande Maison is the ultimate expression of Monbazillac. 

The wines of Monbazillac have an interesting history. For most of the 19th century, sweet wines from this region which hugs the winding Dordogne River near Bordeaux were highly sought after—even more so than wines from Sauternes or Barsac.  Today dedicated artisans such as Despres are putting Monbazillac back on the map. 

Winemaker Thierry Desprès shuns pesticides or artificial fertilizers and works his land by respecting the rhythms of nature.  His small estate is a organic wonderland, with its verdant border of forest and row after row of healthy vines and cover crops.  Grapes are always picked by hand and sorted berry by berry, to ensure every piece of fruit is properly botrytized.  

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Grande Maison Monbazillac Cuvee des Anges 375ml 2007 France / Bordeaux Monbazillac, to the southwest of Sauternes, is home to sweet wines that can rival those of their famous neighbors. For most of the 19th century, Monbazillac’s rich limestone hillsides were held in higher esteem than Sauternes. $15.95

Grande Maison Monbazillac Cuvee du Chateau 375ml 2005 France / Bordeaux Monbazillac, to the southwest of Sauternes, is home to sweet wines that can rival those of their famous neighbors. For most of the 19th century, Monbazillac’s rich limestone hillsides were held in higher esteem than Sauternes. $26.25

Grande Maison Monbazillac Cuvee des Monstres 375ml 2001 France / Bordeaux $64.39

Grande Maison Monbazillac Cuvee des Monstres 500ml 2001 France / Bordeaux Monbazillac, to the southwest of Sauternes, is home to sweet wines that can rival those of their famous neighbors. For most of the 19th century, Monbazillac’s rich limestone hillsides were held in higher esteem than Sauternes. $83.28

Grande Maison Monbazillac Cuvee de Château 1996 France / Bordeaux Monbazillac, to the southwest of Sauternes, is home to sweet wines that can rival those of their famous neighbors. For most of the 19th century, Monbazillac’s rich limestone hillsides were held in higher esteem than Sauternes. $59.95

Grande Maison Monbazillac Cuvee des Monstres 375ml 1996 France / Bordeaux Monbazillac, to the southwest of Sauternes, is home to sweet wines that can rival those of their famous neighbors. For most of the 19th century, Monbazillac’s rich limestone hillsides were held in higher esteem than Sauternes. $89.95

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