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 temperature is perfect to serve Bordeaux wine?
While hosting, being in charge of the wine is no simple task! After knowing if you should let your wine breathe or decant it, you must also pay attention to the service temperature. Indeed, too many good wines are ruined because served at the wrong temperature. And this leaves a bitter taste in your guests’ mouths… which is a shame…
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Is Bordeaux wine healthy?
In France, winemakers love to enhance the terroir effect. It means they want to the terroir (soil and climate) to be “tasted” in their wines. For that, they minimize the impact in the wine making process. Moreover, a trend of natural wine has been spreading throughout the years. It means adding nothing to the wine during the winemaking process and…
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Is Bordeaux similar to Malbec?
In France, wine are named by regions usually. Apart from Alsace, the grape variety will rarely appear on the wine label, at least at the place of wine’s name. Moreover, we can’t literally compare Bordeaux with Malbec seeing as the former is a region whereas the latter is a grape variety Additionally, Bordeaux wines are usually blends so they can…
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Why do Bordeaux wines age well?
Bordeaux wines are known to be able to age 20 to 30 years. I strongly recommend being careful with aging over 30 years, you might have to pour your wine in the sink… I’ve seen some first-class wines go down the drain because their time had come and passed… But more to the point, why do Bordeaux wines age well?…
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Why is Bordeaux wine the best?
You know how some names stick with you? Well Bordeaux does that. Bordeaux has been for a very long time and is still a reference in term of wines. A lot of wine enthusiasts may disagree, having discovered Burgundy or other wine regions, but we can’t deny that most wines are compared to Bordeaux. Pick any topic of conversation (on…
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Is Bordeaux like Pinot Noir?
Is Bordeaux like Pinot Noir? That is a question I’ve seen asked a lot and I understand what is the real question behind it. Indeed, we can’t literally compare Bordeaux with Pinot Noir seeing as the former is a region whereas the latter is a grape variety. Bordeaux wines are mostly blends (from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot) and wines from…
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Should I decant Bordeaux wine?
French people will talk about “carafer un vin”, when english-speaker will say “decant a wine”. However, in both cases, pouring a wine in a decanter can be used in two very separate ways and for two separate reasons. Let’s take Bordeaux for instance? Why ? Because it’s mostly Bordeaux (or Bandol) wine you’ll be looking to decant. This concerns only…
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Should you let Bordeaux breathe?
Enjoying a bottle of wine with friends is great. But when you say you’re opening a bottle of red wine, there’ll always be someone to ask if you should let your wine breathe or even state it. Let’s take the example of a Bordeaux wine. Why? Because in Bordeaux, we have different kind of wines. Wines can be aged a…
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What makes Bordeaux wine special?
Bordeaux has become inescapable. Whenever there is a conversation going on about wines, Bordeaux’s name is bound to get out. If you’re at a tasting (with no theme), Bordeaux is going to be present. No restaurant or bar can open without having any Bordeaux wine. Bordeaux has become the reference and strongly influenced the New World in wine. But, what…
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Why do Brits call Bordeaux claret?
Wine from Bordeaux is usually called “Bordeaux wine” throughout the world. Well, except for the Brits of course. But, hey, you wouldn’t except less from them. They like doing things differently, don’t they? No offense, we LOVE them nonetheless. I actually spent a few years as a kid near Stratford-upon-Avon, so I have a soft spot for you guys. But…
