An inexpensive Bordeaux that is rich and full of flavor yet distinctly Bordeaux? Impossible, you say. It’s rare as a nun in a bikini, but
Tag: Bordeaux
Budget Wine Review: Chateau Brannens Graves 2014
Cheap Bordeaux but from a specific sub-region rather than the generic appellation? That’s unusual but Trader Joe’s sometimes tracks down the unusual. Alas, if it’s
Wine Review: Closerie Du Bailli Blaye Cotes De Bordeaux Grand Reserve 2014
This co-op wine from Alliance Bourg is interesting and unusual. Aromas of dried black cherry, dust, and hints of fennel contend with more raw wood
Saint Glinglin Carte Verte Cotes de Bordeaux 2011
The endless search for inexpensive, drinkable Bordeaux continues. This one is drinkable and interesting although not quite classic Bordeaux and not quite inexpensive. This wine
Budget Wine: Barton and Gustier Bordeaux Rouge 2014
Barton and Gustier is a very large negocient firm and wine merchant that has been around since 1725. They buy grapes or raw wine from
Budget Wine: La Fleur Du Roi Red Bordeaux 2012
This is what cheap Bordeaux should taste like. Simple plum with chocolate hints that peek around the funky earth that reminds me of decaying leaves
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