Joseph Phelps one of the original Napa Valley pioneers dies at the age of 87.
2014 St, Julien wines are charming, elegant, polished, fresh, bright and complex. As a generalization, they are classic in style. But in this case, stating 2014 St. Julien wines are classic is not a pejorative term, it can be a positive.
2014 Pauillac wines are stylish. The tannins have a silky quality. The Cabernet Sauvignon grapes ripened well, delivering richly textured, round, smooth wines that feel great on the palate.
2014 St. Estephe wine commands a lofty position in the historical pantheon of great Bordeaux vintages. To be clear on my reasoning, not only is 2014 Saint Estephe quite stylish, but many smaller estates excelled and what is really exciting about 2014 St. Estephe wine is, there are 3 chateau that made what could be the best wines in the history of their estate!
The 2014 Bordeaux vintage, the best vintage in 4 years got off to a great start. However, numerous problems took place during the growing season that almost killed the vintage. In the end, is 2014 Bordeaux another miracle saved by September?
All the information you need to on when, where and what to taste for the upcoming 2014 Bordeaux wine En Primeur tastings in Bordeaux in April.