As the second wine of Château Cantemerle—a Fifth Growth with centuries of history—Les Allées de Cantemerle offers a glimpse of classed-growth pedigree without the wait or the splurge. Sourced from younger vines and made in a more accessible style, the 2019 vintage is textbook Left Bank: structured, elegant, and quietly complex.

A blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot rounding things out, it opens with notes of blackcurrant, cedar, and crushed violets. The palate is medium-bodied and smooth, with fine tannins and just enough grip to remind you this is still classic Médoc. There’s a freshness here, too—lifted acidity that gives the wine energy and drinkability even in its youth.

Perfect for those who love Bordeaux’s traditional structure but want something ready to go. Pair it with roast chicken, grilled steak, or a Friday night that deserves a little upgrade.