Bordeaux
Hello mes chics, welcome to the Bordeaux category! I know what you might be thinking—“Why focus on Bordeaux wines when the motto is ‘Drink Beyond Bordeaux’?” Here’s the deal: When I started my wine journey, Bordeaux was the first place I dove into. It’s like the gateway that helped me build a solid foundation. My WSET teacher always said, “Start with Bordeaux,” and that’s exactly what I did. So why should you care? Understanding Bordeaux is like learning the basics of a new language. It gives you the context and knowledge that make exploring other wines even more exciting. Plus, it’s pretty fascinating! Here’s what you’ll find in this category: All about the French wine of Bordeaux Why do Brits call Bordeaux Claret What wine is most similar to Bordeaux Starting with Bordeaux isn’t just about sticking to the classics; it’s about building a strong base that makes exploring other wines even more rewarding. Think of it as your stepping stone to discovering wines from all over the world. Cheers to exploring Bordeaux and using it as a springboard for your wine adventures!
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What is the difference between German Rieslings and French Sauternes?
Although Sauternes is usually considered the best sweet wine in the world, German Rieslings are really not far behind… These wines can seem very similar at first sight, they are both sweet (for the sweet ones of course, German Rieslings can also be dry) with high acidity. So, what is the difference between German Rieslings and French Sauternes? What is…
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Is Sauternes a digestif?
Sauternes is a French sweet wine from Bordeaux. These wines have high acidity and distinctive notes of honey, apricot, citrus zest and dried fruit, from the botrytis. Usually sweet comes at the end of a meal : does this make Sauternes a digestif? Let’s find out! What does Sauternes taste like? The great sweet wines of Bordeaux, Sauternes (or Barsac)…
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What is confit de Sauternes?
Sauternes is a white sweet wine from Bordeaux. It is one of the greatest sweet white wines in the world. However, sometimes, you may come across “confit de Sauternes”. So, what is confit de Sauternes? What is confit de Sauternes? First, let me try to explain what confit is. The word confit derives from a French verb (confire), which means…
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Can I substitute sherry for Sauternes?
Sauternes wines are known to be expensive and for the best of them, prices are through the roof! So finding a substitute can come in handy once in a while. For instance : Can you substitute sherry for Sauternes? What does sherry taste like? Sherry is made from three grape varieties. Palomino produces wines with naturally low acidity that do…
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How would you compare Sauternes wine to ice wine from Canada?
Sauternes and Ice wine are both sweet white wines. The former comes from Bordeaux, in the sub region Graves. The latter is made in Germany and Austria mostly but also in Canada. Are they similar? How could you compare Sauternes wine to ice wine from Canada? Let’s start by defining each type and compare them afterwards. What is Sauternes wine?…
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What typical/traditional dish from Asia would pair well with Sauternes?
Pairing wine with Asian food is not always simple. Indeed, like I often say, the best way to succeed in your wine and food pairing is to pair wine and food from the same region. However, Asia is not known for its wines… But this doesn’t mean, there aren’t great pairings. The acidity of Sauternes contrasts with the sweetness in…
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What is the best way to serve a Sauternes wine?
Sauternes wines are known throughout the world, thanks notably to Château Yquem’s reputation. These wines are sweet and full-bodied, with usually a high level of alcohol. But its high acidity enables to balance all of this. These wines have clearly reached the bliss point! In order to get the best of your Sauternes wine, you want to serve it right,…
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How long can you keep Sauternes wine?
Sauternes is a sweet white wine from the eponym wine region in the Bordeaux area. They are made from noble rot on Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc grapes. The best are fermented and aged for up to three years in new barrels. These wines have distinctive notes of honey, apricot, citrus zest and dried fruit. Unfortunately, these are also expensive wines….…
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Why is Sauternes so expensive?
Let’s start by what are the parameters in the pricing of a wine? First, there is the production cost (in the vineyard and in the cellar), then, transport costs, storing costs and taxes… If you want more details on this subject, check out this article. So, back to Sauternes! Sauternes is a sweet white wine from Bordeaux. Bordeaux wines are…
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What food goes with a Médoc wine?
First let’s not forget that each of us has a different sensitivity to flavors and aromatic components. The same level of bitterness, for example, can be perceived much more strongly by one person than by another. This is not just a personal preference, because some like strong reactions and others don’t. These sensitivity thresholds are all different, as are individual…
