2020 Haut Medoc wines at their best, hit everything right with the 2020 vintage. With a massive appellation, there are numerous styles of all types this year, from classic to modern, and everything in-between. Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes ripened, giving producers a wealth of fruit to work with.
Listrac and Moulis, the two smallest appellations in the Left Bank do not always hit it right, as the vineyards are located in cooler, in-land terroir, But with 2020, both Listrac and Moulis produced super wines that show off their blends of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, offering consumer-friendly prices and solid, wine tasting experiences.
Located in the far north of Bordeaux, with its cooler terroir and climate, 2020 is perfect for the appellation. The Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot ripened, delivering not only a plethora of value wines but stylish, Left Bank bottles that will not only drink well early, but also sell for a song.
Some of the best Right Bank value wines come from Bordeaux Superieur and the 2020 vintage shows why. At their best, they are forward, silky, ripe, fresh, and creamy, delivering a lot of bang for the buck. And they do not require aging. See them. buy them, and best of all, enjoy them!
2020 Generic AOC Bordeaux Wines, both red and white can offer some of the best values in the entire region. If you know where to look. The best are interesting, delicious on release and they usually sell for a song. Plus you can often find interesting, unique blends, especially with the whites. Savvy shoppers and adventurous drinking can find some cool wines this year.
2020 White Bordeaux is a bit of a mixed bag. The wines offer fabulous aromatics and creamy textures, but they are also on a fast, evolutionary track. With 75 wines tasted, here’s what you need to know.