2023 St. Julien offers everything you should like in the appellation. Lower in alcohol than in previous vintages, with freshness, elegance, complexity, and charm, there is a beautiful character this year that make these wines stand out in a crowd. Plus, even the top wines are going to drink well with minimal aging this year.
2023 Medoc wines are the result of a difficult and challenging growing season. Vineyards had to deal with mildew pressure, too much water, and not enough sun. Yet, if you know where to look, there are wines worth checking out for fans of Cabernet Sauvignon based wines in Bordeaux without big names, that often sell for a song.
2023 Pomerol, especially those on the plateau produce extraordinary wines featuring everything that’s great about Pomerol. The wines are opulent, sensuous, pure, refined, silky and vibrant. At their best, they compete with many of the more exalted vintages. Of course, all 2023 are not created equal. But the top wines of the vintage should be tasted, and cellared as they are compelling.
2022 Bordeaux is going to be seen as a legendary vintage in the years to come. It has the character, style, and consistency in every appellation at all price levels needed for greatness. There are numerous 100 Pt wines, as well as wines that are superb that sell for a song. 2022 Bordeaux is a vintage you need to pay attention to!
In 2022, the Satellite Appellations of St. Emilion, which are situated adjacent to Saint Emilion produced some outstanding wines. Not always consistent, the best wines are worth taking a look at.
2024 Pomerol might be mixed. But, you also find some the best wines of the vintage with true Pomerol characteristics, albeit in a modern, classic style. If they turn out to be well-priced, they could merit your attention.
 Thierry Manoncourt Chateau Figeac passed away Friday, August 27 at his beloved Chateau Figeac,…