1996 Vintage Bordeaux Dinner, Friday 25th September 2026

With warm weather throughout July and August providing superb conditions leading into the harvest, 1996 stands as one of the standout vintages of the 1990s. As autumn 2026 marks exactly thirty years since this landmark vintage, this dinner offers the perfect opportunity to explore the evolution of these exceptional wines. With the finest conditions found in the Médoc, the lineup will focus on the Left Bank, featuring a selection of its most revered estates. From the poised grandeur of Ch. Montrose to the finesse and sensuality of Ch. Palmer, this exclusive dinner traces a journey through the communes of St Estèphe, Pauillac, St Julien and Margaux. Along the way, guests will compare the power and structure of Pontet-Canet and Grand-Puy-Lacoste with the remarkable longevity of Léoville Las Cases, before culminating in two of Bordeaux's most adored First Growths: Ch. Latour and Ch. Lafite Rothschild. Our chef, Stewart Turner, will create a four-course menu showcasing the finest seasonal and locally sourced produce to complement these exceptional wines. Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating a landmark vintage, legendary estates and the enduring magic of mature Bordeaux. Wines to be tasted: Apéritif: Champagne Leclerc Briant, Rosé Extra Brut, 1996 Ch. Montrose, 2ème Cru Classé, St Estèphe, 1996 Ch. Pontet-Canet, 5ème Cru Classé, Pauillac, 1996 Ch. Grand-Puy-Lacoste, 5ème Cru Classé, Pauillac, 1996 Ch. Léoville Las Cases, 2ème Cru Classé, St Julien, 1996 Ch. Palmer, 3ème Cru Classé, Margaux, 1996 Ch. Latour, 1er Cru Classé, Pauillac, 1996 Ch. Lafite Rothschild, 1er Cru Classé, Pauillac.