Devastating Bordeaux Frost, Up to 90% of Some Vineyards Destroyed
Frost decimated parts of Bordeaux. Growers report up to 90% of their potential 2017 crop destroyed. This is heart breakng and it can effect 2016 pricing too.
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2016 Saint Estephe Tasting Notes, Ratings, Comments all Top Wines
If you’re a fan of St. Estephe, 2016 Bordeaux wines are going to knock you out! From top to bottom, these are great wines, with true, character, style, vibrance and the ability to age, and at all price points!
2016 Bordeaux, En Primeur All the Best Places Dates to Taste 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.
2017 UGC N America Miami, New York, Chicago, Los Angeles San Francisco
Taste over 130 of the best Bordeaux wines from the 2014 vintage in North America in January. This is best tasting of Bordeaux wine offered all over the world. Details on the wines, wineries and winemakers in the UGC, plus dates and venues.
2014 Chateauneuf du Pape Report Tasting Notes Ratings, Vintage Summary
2014 Chateauneuf du Pape is a delicious, forward, fresh, early drinking vintage with good character and charm. Enjoy these wines while waiting for the more powerful, rich 2015 wines to come around.
Araujo Estate Brand Name Changed to Eisele Vineyard
Araujo Estate Wines will now be sold under the name of Eisele Vineyard, giving more recognition to the site.
The Folly of Blind Tasting Barrel Samples in Bordeaux
Is blind tasting the best way to taste barrel samples? A look at the controversy and value of blind tasting barrel samples in Bordeaux.