Welcome to one of the most exciting ways to buy wine.
Bordeaux En Primeur lets you secure the 2024 vintage wines now, while they’re still maturing in barrels at the Châteaux in France. You’ll get early access to limited releases, with delivery in 2027 once the wines are bottled.
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Lynne Coyle Master of Wine, O'Briens Wine Director
An expert's view:
"Following our recent trip to Bordeaux to taste their 2024 vintage, we have carefully chosen a selection of wines that best reflect the excellent quality available from key châteaux , as well as the good value that this vintage reflects. Whilst the 2024 growing season was challenging with high rainfall experienced, better weather prevailed in the summer, helping the grapes along. This, coupled with careful fruit selection in both the vineyard and cellar, means there are good wines on offer from highly regarded properties.
The overall impression of 2024 is that the wines are vibrant and fresh from this classic oceanic vintage. You can expect an intensity of flavour, with structured tannins. These wines will be able to enjoy within the next five to ten years. Our view is that the prices offer value, especially as they come on the back of 2023 price reductions. It could be a good year to treat yourself to some top names."
- Lynne Coyle Master of Wine, O'Briens Wine Director
Why Buy En Primeur?
✔️ First Access to In-Demand Wines
Secure sought-after wines from top Bordeaux Châteaux before they’re released to the wider market.
✔️ Great Value at Pre-Release Prices
Buy before bottling and often before prices** rise, it’s one of the smartest ways to build a cellar.
✔️ Guaranteed Allocation
Some wines sell out quickly after release, buying En Primeur means you won’t miss out.
✔️ Wines to Enjoy or Age
Many 2024 wines will drink beautifully within 5-10 years, perfect for future celebrations or gifting.
How it works?
1. Choose & Buy Today
Choose and order your wines today. The price includes Wine, VAT & delivery to your selected Irish address in 2027.
2. Your Wines Mature in France
The wines remain at the Château to finish ageing in barrel until bottling in summer 2027.
3. Final Charges in 2027
You’ll receive a separate invoice for Excise Duty and VAT on the duty when your wines arrive in Ireland.*
4. Delivery to Your Door
Once duties are paid, your wines are delivered directly to your chosen Irish address.
Featuring Top Names from Bordeaux
This year’s handpicked selection includes exceptional wines from legendary estates like: Château Lynch-Bages, Château Leoville Barton, Château Kirwan, Château Lafite Rothschild, and Château de Fieuzal. These are some of the most sought-after names in Bordeaux, many with global followings and limited allocations.
Shop all the latest releases from En Primeur 2024.
SHOP THE FULL COLLECTION*In compliance with Irish tax laws, VAT on the wine is payable now and included in the case price of your wine (currently 23%). Duty will be charged at the rate set by Revenue when wines arrive in the country (currently €3.19 per bottle) and duty will also be subject to VAT. For estimation purposes the current Excise Duty rates in Ireland are €3.19 per bottle (€19.14 per 6 bottle case) plus 23% VAT. If the rate of VAT changes before your wines arrive, there may also be a small balance due or owed on the original case price.
**Please note that fine wine prices fluctuate with market demand and there is no guarantee on future valuation.
