The reports are in. The barrel tastings are done. And for the first time in several years, the consensus in Bordeaux is unambiguous: 2025 is the real thing.
If you have been following En Primeur campaigns in Singapore, you will know that not every vintage deserves the same urgency. Some years are worth waiting for secondary market prices. Others reward patience. But 2025 is shaping up to be neither of those scenarios. It is the kind of vintage where moving early, and moving decisively, is the right strategy.
Here is what you need to know right now.
What Makes 2025 Different from Recent Vintages?
The last two En Primeur campaigns, 2023 and 2024, were commercially soft. Demand was muted, prices were negotiated, and many collectors took a wait-and-see approach. The result: secondary market prices for those vintages have not moved dramatically, and buyers who waited did not miss much.
2025 is a different story.
The growing season delivered exactly what Bordeaux's top appellations need: warm, dry conditions through summer, cooler nights in August and September to preserve acidity and freshness, and a clean, well-timed harvest. The Left Bank, covering Pauillac, Saint-Julien and Saint-Estèphe, performed exceptionally well, with Cabernet Sauvignon reaching full phenolic ripeness without losing the freshness that defines a truly great vintage. On the Right Bank, the standout estates, including Cheval Blanc, Pétrus, Figeac and La Conseillante, are reporting results they describe as exceptional.
This is not marketing language. This is what négociants and critics tasting from barrel are saying.
For our full analysis of the growing season and appellation-by-appellation breakdown, read our Bordeaux 2025 Vintage Report on the blog.
Why the Timing Matters for Singapore Buyers?
En Primeur is not just about the quality of the vintage. It is about the relationship between quality, pricing and availability. In 2025, all three factors point in the same direction.
On quality: this is a standout vintage. Early comparisons to 2022, widely regarded as one of the finest modern Bordeaux vintages, are being made seriously, not casually.
On pricing: after two weak commercial campaigns, châteaux are under real pressure to price sensibly. The incentive to attract buyers back to the En Primeur system has never been stronger. Release prices are expected to be calibrated carefully, creating a genuine entry point for long-term collectors.
On availability: yields in 2025 are extremely low. The best parcels produced small quantities of intensely concentrated fruit. For the most sought-after estates, including Lafite Rothschild, Le Pin, La Conseillante and Mouton Rothschild, allocations will be fully committed within days, not weeks, of release. Priority access goes to those whose wishlists are already on file.
The window is not infinite. It opens now and it closes fast.
Which Châteaux Should You Prioritise?
Not every château in every vintage deserves the same urgency. Here is where to focus your wishlist in 2025.
Highest priority
Château La Conseillante, Pomerol. One of Pomerol's most silky and perfumed wines. Quantities are tiny by nature, and 2025 conditions were ideal for the appellation's clay-limestone soils. Always one of the first to sell out.
Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande, Pauillac. Outstanding value in the context of Pauillac's grand names. Consistently among the appellation's most elegant expressions, and already generating strong pre-release interest.
Château Cos d'Estournel, Saint-Estèphe. One of the most reliable performers across all recent vintages, and particularly well-positioned in 2025 given the Left Bank's exceptional showing.
Château Cheval Blanc, Saint-Emilion. Perpetually allocated and almost impossible to secure after release. If there is one wine to prioritise on your wishlist, this is it.
Strong performers worth considering
Château Lynch-Bages: outstanding value within Pauillac's grand names. Château Figeac: Saint-Emilion's rising star, increasingly hard to find at release. Château Ducru-Beaucaillou: Saint-Julien benchmark, consistently precise. Château Montrose: Saint-Estèphe's powerhouse, long-ageing and underpriced at release. Château Haut-Brion: Pessac-Léognan's finest, and 2025 white conditions were outstanding.
How to Secure Your Allocation at The Vintage Club?
The process is straightforward. There is no commitment at this stage, only a priority position.
Step 1: Submit your wishlist via The Vintage Club's Bordeaux 2025 form. List the châteaux and approximate quantities you are interested in.
Step 2: Receive confirmation as each château releases its wines and confirms allocations to our portfolio.
Step 3: Review your invoice. You will have 10 days from invoice date to pay in euros and confirm your order. After this window, we cannot guarantee availability.
Step 4: Take delivery. Approximate delivery is Q4 2028, with wines stored under optimal conditions throughout.
For personalised advice or to discuss your wishlist, contact the team directly at order@thevintageclub.sg or WhatsApp +65 8511 2972.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 2025 really comparable to 2022? Early barrel tastings suggest yes, particularly on the Left Bank. The 2022 comparison is being made by négociants who have tasted extensively across appellations, not by marketing teams. Whether 2025 ultimately rivals or exceeds 2022 will only be confirmed with time, but the early indicators are compelling.
Can I modify my wishlist after submitting? Yes. A wishlist submission is not a purchase commitment. You can adjust quantities and châteaux until the invoice stage.
What if I am new to En Primeur? The Vintage Club's team is happy to walk you through the entire process. Read our complete guide to En Primeur on the blog, then contact us for a personal consultation.
The Vintage Club is open Monday to Saturday, 10am to 6pm. Contact us at order@thevintageclub.sg or WhatsApp +65 8511 2972.
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