10/22/2026
You can’t keep Dave away from a good Merlot, and Bordeaux-heads better take note of this one: Crafted by Domaine Clarence Dillon, the prestigious team behind Château Haut-Brion, Château Quintus sits atop Saint-Émilion’s prized limestone plateau. Named after the mythical dragon statue overlooking its steep, ancient terraces, Le Dragon serves as the estate’s expressive second w**e, blending Merlot and Cabernet Franc to highlight the region’s famed gravelly clay soils 🐉
The stellar 2018 vintage produced incredible depth and refinement. On the nose, expect rich aromas of dark cherries, crushed blackberries, licorice, and a subtle hint of toasted oak. The palate is velvety yet structured, delivering lush black fruit balanced by supple tannins, fresh acidity, and a long, cocoa-dusted finish 🍫
Pairing suggestion: This Right Bank classic pairs effortlessly with roasted rack of lamb, duck breast with a plum reduction, or aged Saint-Nectaire cheese 🧀
MISA Imports Inc. Château Quintus 🏷️