The top ten wines of 2013, took numerous factors into consideration. Of course the best bottles delivering sublime tasting experiences made the list. But there had to be more than just quality to make the top ten. Each wine and memory needed to capture a moment that stood out, above all the other experiences from the year.
Clearly, 2013 Pomerol is a year for vineyard managers and winemakers that were up the Herculean challenge the vintage offered. You have to go back to 1991 and 1992 to find a vintage of Pomerol at this level.
Manfred Krankl, the beloved owner and winemaker of Sine Qua Non has been severely injured in a motorcycle accident. Fortunately, his condition is improving every day.
Robert Parker takes another step closer to retirement and names Neal Martin as the new head Bordeaux reviewer at The Wine Advocate!
The Napa Valley fires are raging out of control. So far, more than 50, 000 have been destroyed, close to 20,000 people have already been evacuated in what could be the worst fire in the history of the Napa Valley. Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone, hoping they are safe and sound.
2019 Bordeaux is an exceptional vintage offering stylish, character driven, sensual, aromatic wines from every appellation and price point. But some producers and appellations were more successful than others. We tell you what’s hot and not.
Austerity and refinement, stern, regal, powerful, graceful, and tannic, this is what great Pauillac is all about. Plus, for a 22 year old, 1855 Classified Growth from a top vintage, the wine is not going to break the either!
