Very little happens just by pulling the cork. Using simple laws of physics, it is the action of decanting that causes most of the effects to take place in the wine. The movement of the wine allowing air to mix with the liquid begins the chemical process.
Interest in 2011 Bordeaux wine will not be strong unless Bordeaux as a region takes a massive step back in prices. To spark worldwide interest, reductions of 40% or in some cases 50% will be needed.
The 2011 harvest in Germany is similiar to other European wine growing regions like Bordeaux. It was a curious year of weather extremes that brought great anxiety and fantastic harvest results.
Rudy Kurniawan, a resident of Los Angeles was taken into custody on 3 counts of wire fraud and 3 counts of mail fraud charges! The wine community is thrilled over this news.
Leoville Poyferre is one of the most exciting properties in the Medoc today. The style of Leoville Poyferre is a Bordeaux wine that offers lush ripe fruit with purity and concentration a powerful, plush style.
Robert Parker gives 16 Bordeaux wines from 2009 perfect scores! As we have reported, 2009 Bordeaux are a wonderful style of wine. They are rich, sexy, opulent and in the best examples, offer decadent drinking experiences.
When it comes to colder weather, few dishes offer better food and wine pairings with Bordeaux wine than slow cooked lamb, especially braised or in stew. Slow cooking releases flavors and fats that coupled with wine, offer sumptuous, rich, savory, dining experiences.