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Celebrate Bordeaux Wine Month with Grape Minds

02 Sep 2025

Celebrate Bordeaux Wine Month with Grape Minds


September is Bordeaux Wine Month, and at Grape Minds we’re celebrating one of the world’s most iconic wine regions with exclusive tastings and a handpicked selection of bottles. Whether you’re new to Bordeaux or a long-time enthusiast, we have events and wines to inspire and delight.

Bordeaux Tasting Events
  • Pessac-Léognan with Famille André Lurton – OXTWO
    📅 4th September 2025, 19:00
    Discover the elegance of Bordeaux whites and reds from the esteemed André Lurton estates, guided by their in-house expert.
    👉 Reserve your spot »

  • Tour of Bordeaux – Wallingford
    📅 19th September 2025, 19:00
    A relaxed journey through Bordeaux’s grapes and terroirs, perfect for both casual sippers and seasoned wine lovers.
    👉 Reserve your spot »

Six Bordeaux Highlights Available at Grape Minds

We’ve chosen six standout bottles to showcase the breadth and beauty of Bordeaux — from crisp whites to rich reds and a decadent dessert wine.

White Bordeaux
  1. Château Bonnet Blanc Réserve – From Entre-Deux-Mers, this crisp, refreshing blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon offers citrus, white peach, and a mineral edge. Perfect with seafood or light dishes. ABV: 12.5%
  2. Château Couhins-Lurton Blanc (Pessac-Léognan) – A benchmark dry white Bordeaux. 100% Sauvignon Blanc, with vibrant grapefruit and lime zest, layered with floral and smoky mineral notes. ABV: 13%

Red Bordeaux
  1. Château des Gravières Bordeaux Supérieur – Supple and approachable, with juicy black cherry fruit, a hint of spice, and smooth tannins. Excellent everyday Bordeaux. ABV: 13.5%
  2. Château Balac Haut-Médoc Cru Bourgeois – Structured yet elegant, offering dark berries, cassis, and a touch of oak. A classic Left Bank wine with ageing potential. ABV: 13.5%
  3. Château Mangot Saint-Émilion Grand Cru – Plush and expressive, this Merlot-dominant wine has ripe plum, blackberry, and mocha notes with a silky, refined finish. A perfect special occasion bottle. ABV: 14%

Dessert Bordeaux
  1. Château Violet Sauternes – A luscious dessert wine blending Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, and Muscadelle. Golden in colour, with honey, apricot, candied citrus, and ginger spice. Delicious with blue cheese or fruit desserts. ABV: ~13.5%

Why Celebrate Bordeaux with Grape Minds?
  • Exclusive tastings in Oxfordshire — two unmissable events this September.
  • Expertly curated bottles — six wines across styles and price points.
  • Independent, local, passionate — we bring Bordeaux’s best to your table.

Join us at Grape Minds this September and explore the diversity and brilliance of Bordeaux. Whether at a tasting or with a bottle at home, there’s never been a better time to celebrate Bordeaux Wine Month.

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GET TO KNOW US BETTER

Find out more why we love what we do and how we can help!

At Grape Minds, our customers come first. We’re committed to curating only the wines we truly believe in — bottles that over-deliver on taste, quality, and value. Every wine on our shelves has been handpicked with care, ensuring you get the best, at the best possible price. Because great wine should be a joy to discover, not a challenge to afford.

We've got 2 stores and a wine bar where you can taste our drinks. Our stores are located in Wallingford and Summertown, Oxford. You can also find us at OXTWO, our Small Plates restaurant and wine bar, where we offer a selection of wines by the glass, as well as a curated menu of small plates to pair with your drink.

We're always happy to help and give a personal touch, listening to what you need and choosing the right bottles for the occassion. Simple give us a ring on 01865 661749 for our Summertown store, or 01491 824549 for our Wallingford store. Theres more info on our Contact page.

Feel free to peruse our online shop, or read more about our story and our wines on our About page. We also have a Events page where you can find out about our upcoming tastings and events.

Some of our recent favourites

Discover some beautiful wines that we're really enjoying right now.

Ondarre Gran Reserva Rioja

Tempranillo
£17.99

Pa Road Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc
£12.99

Cape Mentelle SB/Semillion

Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc
£14.99

Domaine Fourmone Ceps d'Or Vacqueyras

Grenache
£21.99

Domaine Berthier Sancerre Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc
£21.99

Proprieta Sperino Uvaggio

Nebbiolo, Vespolina, Croatina
£33.99

Hostellerie Pierre de Taille Provence Rosé

Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault
£13.49

Virginie T 2018 Macaron

Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
£59.99

Kreuznacher Narrenkappe Trocken

Riesling
£15.99

DSR Les Derniers Cepage

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot
£9.99

Chateau Cantemerle 2016

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
£39.99

Chateau de Rochemorin Rouge

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot
£26.99

Domaine Bellevue Cremant de Loire

Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc
£14.99

Kaiken Disobedience Red Blend

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec
£21.99

Massoc Freres Lassemblage Pais

£13.99

Al Cantara Occhi Di Ciumi

Grecanico, Carricante
£24.99

Oh! Merlot

Merlot
£15.99

Domaine Fournillon Bourgogne Blanc

Chardonnay
£14.99

Tenuta Fortercole Marche IGT

Sangiovese, Montepulciano
£18.99

Domaine JP Seve Macon Solutre

Chardonnay
£16.99

Vignerons Buxy Bourgogne Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir
£17.99

Mailloches Bourgueil Vieilles Vignes

Cabernet Franc
£13.99

Muses Estate Assyrtiko

Assyrtiko
£17.50

Scruffy's Shiraz

Shiraz
£13.99

De Saint-Gall Tradition 1er Cru

Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
£31.99

Zensa Primitivo

Primitivo
£13.49

Sandhi Sta. Rita Hills Chardonnay

Chardonnay
£39.99

August Tasting Box

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Domaine Besson Petit Chablis

Chardonnay
£17.99

Domaine JP Seve Pouilly-Fuisse Vieilles Vignes

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