If you find the classification and continuing reclassification of St. Emilion Grand Cru Classe wines…
2013 St. Emilion is not big, bold, concentrated, opulent and bursting at the seams with ripe, ostentatious fruits like you would find in 2009 or 2010. 2013 St. Emilion wines are at their best are quiet, bright, cherry filled and refined in their early drinking character.
2014 St. Emilion wines are good. They are vibrant, with soft textures, medium/full bodied and made with ripe fruit. But be aware that 2014 St. Emilion wines are on the fresh, red berry side of the style range.
2015 Bordeaux is already generating a positive buzz. It’s going to be quite crowded in Bordeaux for the annual tastings, this year. If you are planning on being there in April, read this article to help you find all the best tastings in Bordeaux.
2016 Bordeaux appears to the third vintage in a row, (and perhaps the best of the 3) to capture people’s attention. If you are planning to come to Bordeaux to taste the new, vintage, you can find what you need to know here.
It’s that time again , to taste the current Bordeaux vintage. Journalists, wine buyers, negociants and others are ready to sample the 2017 vintage. It’s always crowded, but this will help you find the best places to taste.
2017 Bordeaux is going to be known as the year of the frost. But there is more to the story. The wines are mixed, but if you know where to look, there are several very good wines.