13/10/2026
🍷 Trade Lunch — Domaine Bonneau du Martray & Screaming Eagle
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We recently brought together our trade partners at Lawry’s The Prime Rib for an exclusive trade lunch hosted by Estate Manager Thibault Jacquet, exploring two distinct philosophies brought together under Stanley Kroenke’s stewardship. The afternoon offered a comparative look at the high, wind-ventilated slopes of Corton-Charlemagne alongside the focused, small-lot viticulture of Oakville.
Thibault shared the long history of Domaine Bonneau du Martray, whose unique west-facing plots in "Le Charlemagne" and "En Charlemagne" benefit from direct sunlight and natural breezes to yield w**es shaped by light rather than heat. He also offered insight into Screaming Eagle, where low yields, precise sorting, and a quiet focus on purity continue to define the estate’s style.
The menu at Lawry’s served as a thoughtful match for the w**es throughout the afternoon. Scallop carpaccio with black truffle opened the meal alongside the bright citrus oil, stone fruit, and saline finish of Bonneau du Martray Charlemagne Grand Cru 2022. Butter-poached lobster and slow-cooked abalone followed, paired with Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 2019 and 2010—offering a clear view of how the estate's Chardonnay shifts from satiny orchard fruit into flinty, estuarine complexity over a decade in bottle.
For the main course, Lawry’s classic roasted prime rib of beef was served with Screaming Eagle The Flight 2016. Driven by Merlot with Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, its dark berry, cocoa, and violet aromatics provided a balanced, structured partner for the rich beef cut. Dessert featured a choice of warm chocolate fantasy cake or crème brûlée to close the tasting.
It was a valuable opportunity for our trade guests to taste these allocations side by side and discuss the meticulous viticultural work behind both icons. Our sincere thanks to Thibault Jacquet, the team at Lawry’s The Prime Rib, and everyone who joined us for this memorable afternoon! 🥂
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